AVP Project Management

Position Summary: The Assistant Vice President (AVP), Project Management champions strategic leadership, operational effectiveness, and continued maturity of Achieva Credit Union's Project Management Office (PMO). This hands-on leadership role oversees enterprise portfolio governance, project management standards, project delivery methodology, and PMO team performance while directly leading and supporting high-priority strategic initiatives. The AVP serves as a trusted advisor to Executive Leadership and business leaders, translating organizational strategy into prioritized initiatives, resource plans, and measurable business outcomes. This role advances project management maturity across the organization, improves portfolio visibility, strengthens governance practices, and ensures successful delivery of projects and programs that support Achieva's strategic goals, member experience objectives, operational effectiveness, and regulatory requirements. The AVP develops and leads a high-performing PMO team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and execution excellence. The role participates in annual training and other training as required by BSA and the Privacy Act. Projects. Priorities. People. You know how to connect all three. Achieva Credit Union is excited to introduce an Assistant Vice President (AVP), Project Management opportunity. With strategic initiatives and projects happening across all levels of our organization, we’re looking for an experienced project management professional who knows how to connect people, priorities, and resources and help move complex initiatives from strategy to successful execution. What you can expect in this role: Lead, coach, and develop our Project Management team Provide oversight and direction for enterprise-wide projects and strategic initiatives Drive project and portfolio governance, prioritization, reporting, and resource planning Leverage current project management technology and portfolio tools to improve visibility, collaboration, and decision-making Partner with executive and business leaders across Achieva to keep priorities aligned and projects moving forward What we’re looking for: 10+ years of progressive project, program, or portfolio management experience 5+ years of experience leading teams and complex organizational initiatives Experience supporting and leading a Project Management Office Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience PMP certification required or strongly preferred Financial institution experience strongly preferred Location matters: This is a hybrid position with regular on-site work at our corporate headquarters in Dunedin, Florida . Candidates must live within reasonable driving distance of Dunedin. This is not a fully remote opportunity. Achieva is a growing credit union with exciting work happening throughout our organization. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with leaders and teams across the credit union, support initiatives that impact our employees and members, and be part of an organization focused on continuing to grow and serve our communities. If you thrive on bringing people and priorities together, navigating complex projects, developing others, and turning strategy into action, we’d love to hear from you. Come see what you can achieve at Achieva Credit Union. No third-party recruiters, please. Physical Demands & Work Environment: Achieva Credit Union is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role operates in a flexible environment and may include hybrid work, in-field visits, and time in an office setting at Corporate Headquarter and/or Achieva Branch. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual meeting platforms. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and communicate effectively via phone, video, and electronic messaging. The position may require extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Occasional travel to company offices or events may be required. EEO Statement: Achieva Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status. Achieva participates in E-Verify. 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