Careers at WESTAF
Web Project Manager
The Web Project Manager is responsible for the proactive project management of web application builds and enhancements as well as leading software testing efforts. Applicants should be familiar with recent technologies and trends, usability concepts, and have significant experience in project management of web applications. In addition, applicants should also be familiar with the entire software development life cycle, including web application functional testing processes. Experience working with on and off-shore development teams is desired. The Web Project Manager reports to the Associate Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works with the WESTAF program staff to move concepts into financially
successful technology web applications.
Works directly with out-of-office development teams to successfully build
new software.
Manages resources so that efforts are on time, within budget, and of
desired quality.
Organizes and supervises functional testing efforts by providing repeatable
processes for the entire team.
Works with program staff to meet customer requirements through
information gathering and specification writing including user stories, use
cases, and other deliverables.
Manages the software development life cycle including project scope,
schedule, resources, quality, costs and change.
Conducts project meetings, sets and manages internal expectations.
Provides current accurate reports on project status to management.
Offers proactive solutions for all contingencies.
SECONDARY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in the creation and support of standards, processes and
procedures
Creates and supports standards, processes and procedures that are
instituted as processes for functional testing
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize work, multi-task across many
assignments
Ability to assess the impact of new requirements on an existing set of
complex projects
Ability to work effectively with program staff
Ability to lead requirements gathering analysis, documentation, and
technical writing
Understanding of human computer interaction and usability principles
Established leadership skills in a matrix organization structure
Understanding of Agile methodologies
Understanding of functional testing principles
Proven project management body of knowledge (PMBOK)
Knowledge of web based PM systems
Bachelor’s degree (or higher)
PMI certification desired
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 3 years project management of web application development
preferably in start up environments
COMPENSATION:
Annual salary range--$45,000 to $55,000
Eligibility for an annual bonus after one year of employment
Three weeks paid vacation
Eleven paid holidays
Health/dental/vision insurance
RTD eco-pass
To Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to with “WESTAF Web Project Manager” in
the subject line to: staff@westaf.org
No phone calls
No headhunters please
Application deadline: Friday, March 2
