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Vail Resorts HR IT Project Manager in Michigan
Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced HR IT Project Manager to manage and lead various projects in a busy and critical HR Technology portfolio. This role will be responsible for managing projects of varying complexity that drive business value across several lines of business. Reporting directly to the Director of HRT Program Management, this role will have the opportunity to lead and/or contribute to a variety of HR transformation projects that enhance the employee experience across a broad HR technology landscape. We are looking for an articulate project manager who is ambitious and detail oriented. The ideal candidate will have prior project and portfolio management expertise, with a proven track record for delivering projects in these areas: Core HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Workforce Management, Timekeeping.
This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in driving high visibility projects critical to Vail’s continued success.
Job Specifications:
Outlet: Corporate
The budgeted range starts at $85,863 - $110,363 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time / Year Round
Other Specifics: Hybrid - Remote
Job Responsibilities:
Lead HR Technology projects through activities including: definition of scope, building realistic project plans, identification of resources needed to successfully execute project deliverables, monitoring of project finances, and communication of project risks and mitigation strategies
Build and manage resources, processes, systems and controls to effectively execute the HRT program management functions.
Provide leadership for a multi-disciplinary delivery team (Business Analysts, Developers, Quality Analysts and Product Owners) to ensure successful implementation of key initiatives across the employee-facing web, mobile, and mobile app application portfolio.
Engage and proactively communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of project and program status, milestones, key decisions, issues, dependencies and operational planning considerations
Develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with all constituents including business and IT peers and leaders
Demonstrate timely delivery of software projects based upon the portfolio roadmap, expectations of stakeholders, and operational dependencies on new technology solutions
Serve as a subject matter expert in routinely briefing key stakeholders, steering committees, etc. on different aspects of project delivery to support key decisions
Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify highly technical or complex problems into a logical presentation format
Manage relationships with 3rd party vendors, contract negotiations, invoice payment and tracking
Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required
3+ years of experience managing highly visible and critical enterprise HR/Technology projects
Proficient in Microsoft suite of products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and MS Project
Detail oriented with strong program and project management competencies.
Ability to step into projects already in progress, or in need of rescue and effectively assume a leadership role.
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Preferred
Certified Project Management Professional
Certified Scrum Master and/or Product Owner
Prior PM experience managing HRT projects
Solution-oriented mindset who identifies and acknowledges challenges swiftly and directly; offers solutions and course-corrects as needed
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $85,863 - $110,363 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
Free ski passes for dependents
Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 505824
Reference Date: 10/29/2024
Job Code Function: Project Management
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