USAC's target compensation range for a new hire into this position is $75,000- $100,000 USD per year. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors based on knowledge, skills, and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process. In addition, this position may be eligible for an annual performance bonus. USAC has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits and Wellness Programs.

Why Work Here?

Our mission to achieve universal service addresses America's current critical needs to build out broadband capabilities for telehealth, online learning, and keeping families connected. Join us and help USAC accomplish our mission to bridge the digital divide. Through its administration of the $10 billion Universal Service Fund (USF) programs on behalf of the FCC, USAC works to promote the availability of quality services at just, reasonable and affordable rates and to increase access to advanced telecommunications services throughout the nation. Additional information on USF programs can be found at: https://www.usac.org/about/

Benefits

USAC supports our employees well beyond their salary with a system of benefits that rivals the top organizations in the country. Simply put: if you are committed to improving the lives of others, we are committed to improving yours. USAC provides low-premium, top-of-the-line medical, dental, and vision insurance in addition to disability and life coverage. Generous 401k contribution, Federal and floating holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time that increases every year. Regular telework schedule and opportunities to take professional development courses and training.

A Multicultural Team

We have actively built an organization that doesn't just celebrate our diversity; we depend on it. The challenges of achieving universal service require creative and unique perspectives. Our accepting and inclusive community will challenge you to grow and learn from others while always recognizing the value of your contribution.

USAC employees are passionate about our mission. Our work contributes to the success of all Americans. We've worked together to build a culture that is collaborative, ambitious, outcome-oriented, and feedback-focused

As USAC continues to support universal service impacting health care providers, educators, and consumers, it is critical now more than ever that we hire people equally passionate and committed to helping fulfill our mission. We are currently seeking an experienced, dynamic and collaborative professional to serve as a Project Manager to join our EPI team. Reporting to the Senior Manager Enterprise Projects Enterprise Process Improvement you will:

• Perform project management lifecycle activities (including organizing, managing, reviewing and reporting on project status, and working closely with the team to maintain issues and risks related to stakeholders, project scope, resources, and time) for small and medium sized USAC initiatives.

This is an outstanding career opportunity for an individual interested in a genuine professional challenge in support of a public-spirited mission. The Project Manager will

• Manage initiatives defined as small and medium:
  1. Performs project planning, resourcing and scheduling.
  2. Convenes cross-functional teams and drives project activity to defined milestones and deliverables.
  3. Monitors, tracks, and reports on project schedules.
  4. Updates project stakeholders through weekly status reports and appropriate meetings.
  5. Documents decisions and processes and ensures knowledge transfer to Operations at the close of the project.

• Gathers and synthesizes data and information required for development and the implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Ensures adherence to internal review processes and technical standards

About You

• You have Bachelor Degree and/or relevant technical training
• You have Three (3) to Four (4) years of directly related experience
• You have a strong understanding of Project management principles and methodologies.
• You can demonstrate a strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• You can demonstrate strong interpersonal, written communication, and persuasive skills, comfortable and effective working with peers.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office, precisely Outlook, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint, and you have a strong working knowledge of Projects.
• You have a thorough knowledge of business management concepts.
• You have a strong understanding of and commitment to continuous business improvement processes.
• You have experience building and maintaining cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of SDLC desired.

Certificates

Project Management Professional (PMP) in good standing.

USAC is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. All offers of employment with USAC are conditioned on completing and passing a background and reference check. USAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No agencies please.