Program Manager II – NBS

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. Independently manage a portfolio of typically multi-departmental projects and potentially strategic programs .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeLincoln • Nebraska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multi-departmental projects and strategic programs, with a focus on delivering value through effective communication, risk management, and performance measurement. Proven ability to lead teams, adapt to change, and mentor new project management members.

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Project ManagementPMP CertificationProject Management SoftwareLeadership SkillsConsensus-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk ManagementPerformance MeasurementStrategic PlanningDocumentationWorkflow DevelopmentChange ManagementProblem SolvingGoal SettingStatus Reporting

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationPresentation SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Project Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Project Portfolio ManagementStakeholder EngagementInterdepartmental CollaborationAgilityValue Delivery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage a portfolio of typically multi-departmental projects and potentially strategic programs
Consult with internal and external partners to clarify and define project requirements
Track progress while navigating ambiguity
Manage information flow, conflicts, and problems to deliver successful project/program outcomes
Develop and manage plans covering interdependencies, dependencies, communications, scope, changes, risks, and issues
Set realistic project/program goals and develop strategies to achieve them
Thoroughly and professionally document communications, risks, and issues
Measure project/program performance and identify improvement areas
Provide and tailor project/program status reporting to applicable audiences
Utilize best practices, techniques, and standards throughout execution
Assist in developing departmental workflows, processes, and procedures
Serve as a resource and mentor to new project management team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3+ years of project management experience
Proven record of success in previous projects
Experience with project management software
PMP certification preferred
Excellent leadership skills
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Consensus-building skills
Self-motivated
Ability to handle ambiguity, change, and competing demands
Demonstrated respect, collaboration, and pride in ownership
Ability to adapt to change
Focus on delivering value
Must already be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HSA and FSA
Generous earned time off
401K/student loan repayment
Life insurance & AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee stock purchase program
Tuition reimbursement
Performance-based incentive pay
Short- and long-term disability
Robust wellness program
Hybrid work option
Remote work for part of the week for eligible associates living within 30 miles of the Lincoln, Nebraska office