Project Coordinator

Cherokee Federal

. Oversee and manage projects from initiation to completion .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeAlaska • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and risk management, while utilizing PMBOK principles and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and developing technical documentation and executive-level presentations.

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Project ManagementAgile and SCRUM ManagementPMP CertificationMicrosoft Project ServerDoD Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk AnalysisData Quality AssessmentIntegrated Master Schedule ManagementTechnical DocumentationCritical Path AnalysisResource AllocationProcess Re-engineeringSchedulingBudget Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingCollaborationAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft Project ServerSharePointPMBOK Guidelines

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

DoDD 5000.1DoDI 5000.02Defense Acquisition GuidebookConfiguration Control BoardSOP Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage projects from initiation to completion
Plan, organize, and execute projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, set project objectives, and allocate resources
Manage project risks, resolve issues, and ensure successful project delivery
Provide system administration of the IMS, Microsoft Project Server, and Microsoft Project
Understand Project Server infrastructure and dependencies on the SharePoint farm; recommend and make approved changes
Implement, maintain, and manage planning tools and products
Conduct data and process quality assessments of planning products and prepare assessment reviews
Coordinate modeling and re-engineering of the Integrated Master Schedule and integrate the Integrated Master Plan/WBS into the IMS
Establish business rhythms for program control, analysis, and forecasting
Perform critical path and risk analyses using project management tools, network logic, and measurement methods
Review schedule and resource risks and issues with Service Owners and Project Managers; communicate impacts and propose corrective actions
Make hardware and software technical recommendations and assist with planning, design, and research for new or upgraded systems
Assist in developing departmental and Command-level SOPs and Desktop Procedure Manuals
Perform project management activities including planning, scheduling, reporting, organizing, coordinating, and directing internal resources
Use PMBOK terminology, guidelines, and principles in support of contractual obligations
Maintain a repository of enterprise-level and local-level projects and major deployment activities using the IMIT tracking page
Report near-real-time project status using current organizational tools
Aid in submitting Configuration Control Board documentation for hardware and software initiatives
Provide a Transition to Operations Plan

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree is preferred or five (5) plus years of related experience
Three (3) years of general computer systems experience
One (1) year must relate to principal duties and responsibilities
One year of Agile and SCRUM management is preferred
Experience managing complex, integrated work plans
Experience assembling technical documents and providing detailed analysis of various business system functions
Familiarity with DoD lifecycle management, DoDD 5000.1, DoDI 5000.02, and Defense Acquisition Guidebook
Excellent oral, verbal, and written communication skills
Experience developing executive-level briefings and presentations
Ability to lead or contribute to the development of technical reports and procedures
Ability to lead a team of highly trained professionals to meet project requirements
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word, Excel, Access, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio
PMP Certificate is preferred
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Other possible benefits as provided
Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply