Who we are:

At SECU, we put our employees first, recognizing that their well-being and professional development are vital to our success. By fostering a supportive and empowering work environment, our employees are committed to helping members achieve long-term financial security. They are also inspired to give back to the communities we serve by volunteering and spreading kindness, which reflects our core values and who we are as an organization.

Every employee at SECU contributes to our members’ financial well-being, and we’ll always do what’s right for our members, employees, and communities.

Feel good about what you do. Belong to a place where you matter and can make a difference.

What you will do:

Project Manager (PM) role is accountable for the end-to-end execution of organizational projects that support SECU’s Transformation and Optimization division. PMs work with Executive Sponsors and Business Line Leaders to build and deliver solution-based programs, on time and on budget. PMs will also provide support for consortium initiatives, as needed, and will complete all required documentation and processes needed to ensure success.

The Project Manager adheres to regulations and organizational policies, maintaining awareness and knowledge required to perform the duties of the position, including all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act and related regulations, such as OFAC, and the USA Patriot Act, Fair Lending and Information Security.

PMs will independently manage projects using SECU and Consortium project management framework.

A day in your life might include:

Project Management:

• Manage projects from inception to implementation, fostering cross divisional and consortium teamwork.
• Creates Project Charters and detailed project plans, RACI models, testing plans with all tasks, dependencies, and timelines identified. (Keeping those project plans continuously updated.)
• Coordinate all project logistics, including budget, governance, Discovery, Planning & Requirements, Testing, Implementation, and Closeout activity.
• Organize and lead meetings that work with stakeholders to break down project requirements and collect relevant/necessary information for the project.
• Track project deliverables and milestones, using standard project tools. Update project tracking systems and provide periodic reports to senior leaders on project operations and progress.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify & manage project contingencies.
• Responsible for the full execution and reporting of assigned projects, recommending any changes to project scope or project timelines.
• Facilitates adherence to SECU and Consortium project requirements and Change Management policies.
• Using and adhering to established project management artifacts throughout the project life cycle.
• Prepare, document, and report on project meetings, status updates, issues, risks, and budget.
• Resolve issues, remove blockers, and mitigate risks to ensure project delivery times and regulatory compliance.
• Establish, monitor, and manage risk that impacts service levels. Participate in portfolio management, resource allocation and prioritization activities.
• Other duties will be necessary.

What we need from you:

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or comparable experience
• PMP or other industry certification preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years in financial services/banking and proven skills with project management
• Experience leading deposit and or loan product, service, and system projects preferred.
• Experience managing multiple projects, tasks and priorities effectively, while maintaining attention to detail.
• Demonstrates an understanding of SECU’s culture, core values, mission and strategic priorities as it relates to one’s work and overall performance.
• Clearly communicates information, thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise and organized manner.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce errors, or enhance member satisfaction.
• Prioritizes tasks effectively to support team goals and organizational timelines.
• Applies critical thinking to troubleshoot issues and escalate concerns when appropriate.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality, compliance, and ethical behavior in daily responsibilities.
• Adapts to changes in processes, tools, or organizational priorities with a positive, solutions-focused approach.
• Maintains professionalism in communication, behavior, and representation of SECU.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

Compensation Information: Offers will be commensurate with experience and education. Please Note: We typically hire at or below mid-point, which is $115,100 for this role.

• Salary: Min. $88,500 – Max. $141,700

Other Compensation Includes:

• Annual corporate-wide incentives

We provide comprehensive benefits, with a focus on total well-being:

• Medical, vision, dental benefits
• 401k plan with company matching
• Generous sick, vacation and personal leave
• And more...2026 SECU Benefits Guide

SECU is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce where all individuals are valued and respected. We take pride in providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.