Data Science Manager jobs in Jacksonville, AR

Arkansas Center for Data Sciences (ACDS) is helping Southern Bancorp hire a Project Manager in Little Rock, AR. 

About the Employer: 

Southern Bancorp, Inc., along with its development partners – Southern Bancorp Bank and Southern Bancorp Community Partners, has grown to become one of the largest community development organizations in the United States, as well as a model for an entire industry of mission-focused financial institutions known as Community Development Financial Institutions or CDFIs. Southern’s focus is on growing its impact and influence through responsive, responsible, and innovative product delivery to the un/underbanked, as well as developing strategic partnerships that help broaden its impact far beyond its physical market borders such as with the CDFI Fund and the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV).

About the position:

Responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle: planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery.  Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators.  Manages day to day operations of the project.  Prepares and presents updates for senior management. 

• Defines project scope, deliverables, timeline, and success criteria for enterprise-wide projects
• Oversees execution of project deliverables alongside project team members
• Creates and updates a dynamic project schedule throughout the project lifecycle
• Identifies and escalates issues effectively; ensures contingency plans are in place
• Identifies interdependencies with internal departments, consultants, and vendors
• Manages appropriate resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle
• Leads progress meetings with project team members
• Routinely and succinctly provides project status to senior management and project sponsors
• Optimizes project planning tools and technology to plan, develop, and monitor phases of planEnsures effective communication and change management principles are followed
• Develops and maintains relationships with departmental and senior management
• Ensures decisions, outcomes, and policies are appropriately documented and organized
• Develops comprehensive project budget; monitors, tracks, and reports on related expenditures
• Adheres and helps the team to adhere and comply with relevant regulatory frameworks and industry standards
• Provide continuous process improvementPerforms other duties as assigned

• 2 years in project management in the banking and financial sector or four years in project management or related work experience
• Leadership and team management experience 
• Strong time management skills
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical abilities
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to appropriately prioritize goals and tasksStrong attention to detail
• Ability to manage staff when those individuals report to someone else organizationally
• Must be a quick learner and highly adaptable to liaison with subject matter experts
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office suite with proficiency in Excel
• Proficient in project management software solutions
• Ability to keep executive management and the project team informed of the progress of the initiative
• PMP Cert Preferred, not required

• Ability to work in the United States without a current or future need for sponsorship
• Ability to work onsite at office in Little Rock, AR

What's an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a full time position with a focus on learning! During your first year of employment, you are guaranteed formal training, a mentor, and a pay raise! Employers who have committed to the apprenticeship model for hiring are committing to building you and your career. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Apprenticeship positions welcome diverse applicants who are looking to grow their career in IT! 

How does the interview process work? We want to get to know you! ACDS will conduct an initial phone interview and knowledge assessment. If your skills and interest match with the employer's needs, we'll share your resume or ask you to apply directly with them. After that, the employers will continue with their recruiting and interview process. If you are a match, an offer will be made for you to get started in your new apprenticeship role! We'll be here to make sure your apprenticeship year goes smoothly and that you are set up for career growth and success!

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The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30

The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. The Arkansas Center for Data Sciences will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30