What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Project Manager Ed Tech position at Kforce Inc?
Responsibilities
Kforce has a client that is seeking a remote Associate Project Manager with experience in Ed Tech for a contract role. Summary: The Associate Project Manager plays a key role in supporting project planning, coordination, and execution within an Agile environment. This role involves assisting in backlog management, tracking project progress, and facilitating communication across cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, ensuring that projects stay on schedule, risks are mitigated, and stakeholders remain informed. With a focus on Agile methodologies, this position contributes to continuous process improvement and ensures the successful delivery of high-quality projects.
Requirements
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce has a client that is seeking a remote Associate Project Manager with experience in Ed Tech for a contract role. Summary: The Associate Project Manager plays a key role in supporting project planning, coordination, and execution within an Agile environment. This role involves assisting in backlog management, tracking project progress, and facilitating communication across cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, ensuring that projects stay on schedule, risks are mitigated, and stakeholders remain informed. With a focus on Agile methodologies, this position contributes to continuous process improvement and ensures the successful delivery of high-quality projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years of experience in project management, operations, or a related role, ideally in an Agile environment (internships or co-op positions are also acceptable)
- Experience with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, or similar)
- Knowledge of agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and program management best practices
- Solid understanding of risk management and issue resolution techniques
- Familiarity with Agile environments and basic project coordination tasks
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Attention to detail with the ability to track project progress and identify potential roadblocks
- Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, including product, technical, and business leaders
- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
- High attention to detail and a focus on results
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to foster collaboration among diverse teams
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Salary : $38
