We are a national, innovative, high-growth software company devoted to K12 education administration. Our products beat the competition by focusing on all business operations of K12 schools, including both financial and school nutrition management. We have a deep understanding of K12 school systems and regulations, with a focus on providing creative, integrated and user-friendly solutions supported by excellent customer service. Our workforce is talented, loyal, dedicated and highly enthusiastic. This is a fantastic career opportunity for the right individual.

Unless specifically stated in the job description below, this is a remote opportunity. Candidates may reside in one of the 40 contiguous US states where LINQ is authorized for employment.

CULTURE:

We offer challenging work in a team environment. We respect each other and collaborate for continuous improvement. We are the experts in our product lines and we anticipate the needs of our customers. Our customers say we work efficiently and always strive to provide the proper solution. We have achieved this by building relationships based upon: expertise, patience, attentiveness, clear positive communication, tenacity, and a calm presence.

The LINQ Project Manager role supports the business strategy and objectives of LINQ’s CX – Implementations department through ensuring best practices of project management principles in the delivery of LINQ software products and services. The LINQ Project Manager will support the Implementation teams in building and executing effective project plans, utilizing in LINQ corporate systems. As LINQ seeks better, more innovative, and more effective ways of performing work and delivering an excellent client experience, the LINQ Project Manager will play a critical role in helping to drive effective implementation project management.

The LINQ Project Manager will report to the PMO Director and will be responsible for supporting all project management processes for the LINQ Implementation team. This includes but is not limited to coordinating kickoff meetings, assigning consultants, creating statements of work and group training schedules, following up on task completion, fielding customer concerns, meeting with Services management and team members to ensure timely completion of projects and handling project transition to Support.

The LINQ Project Manager will work collaboratively with other project managers, Implementation teams and other CX teams to create and execute on efficient project management plans for the delivery of LINQ software and services. The LINQ Project Manager will also assist in building and maintaining accurate and timely reporting for LINQ stakeholders on project delivery and backlog as well as forecasting for utilization capacity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Confirm sales order information in Salesforce and work collaboratively with LINQ Sales Operations to resolve any questions on orders

Follow established service level expectations to communicate with clients throughout the implementation process, including initial contact, project schedule maintenance and delegation of projects

Ensure that clients entering implementation are fully informed on the implementation process and that they understand all timelines and deliverables

Assist PMO Director, Implementation Directors and other CX teams in troubleshooting issues that impact project schedule

Review milestone delivery dates and verify delivery with Implementation Directors, Managers and Consultants

Document all project-related processes and communications in Wrike or other corporate software as required

Track time on all projects and assist implementation teams in all project management processes

Update training material and documentation for project management processes and assist in implementation team onboarding and training

Assist PMO Director and CX leadership in development of standard and specialized reporting, including monthly, quarterly and annual project and backlog reporting

Manage team schedules, coordination, system reporting, and internal communication

Contact client for project closure and transition to Support, while maintaining service level expectations

Develop and maintain high-level working knowledge of LINQ products, including awareness of releases and product roadmaps

SKILLS

Minimum 3 years of project management or implementation project experience, with PMI or other project management certifications preferred (equivalent experience accepted)

Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills, including experience with leading remote meetings and webinars with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to create documentation for processes and procedures for internal and external customers

Demonstrated orientation toward goal setting and achievement

Strong ability to work collaboratively with others

Excellent skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, project management and CRM tools (Salesforce experience preferred)

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in software support or implementation, including project management

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college

TOTAL REWARDS:

Remote working with a friendly virtual environment

Ability to work in a physical office, if near one of our 4 offices

One America 401k plan with 4% employer matching on total earnings, not just base (100% fully vested)

Company Bonus Plan or Target Sales Commission Plan

Flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan

10 paid holidays

16 hours of paid volunteer time

Blue Cross Blue Shield benefit network (medical/dental/vision)

Low-deductible PPO option or HDHP option with employer contributed HSA

Dental with child orthodontia

100% Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Health and wellness benefits including gym and Headspace reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

EOE STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.