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JAMES ROSS JR

Dallas,TX

Summary

Resourceful Program Manager with 5 years of experience delivering complex technical and business transformation projects. Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects valued at $500K+, implementing Project Management as a service solutions, and leading cross-functional teams. Expert in Agile methodologies, stakeholder management, and strategic planning with consistent delivery of projects under budget and ahead of schedule.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Project Coordinator

CDI/AHEAD
07.2023 - Current

Managed a portfolio of 20-34 concurrent projects, ensuring consistent delivery and alignment with organizational goals

  • Codesigned and implemented Project Management as a service framework
  • Co-developed and tested SMARTSHEET templates for T&M and Fixed Fee projects that automated project status reports
  • Mentored new hires and facilitated their onboarding, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Project Manager

Right Brain Group
01.2020 - 11.2023
  • Expert in agile and waterfall project management methodologies.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.

IT Project Manager

MTC
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Led implementation of new systems and processes, resulting in 10% improvement in operational efficiency while maintaining stringent security standards
  • Managed multiple technology projects simultaneously, ensuring facility aligned with security needs and regulatory requirements
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues quickly, minimizing downtime and preventing any disruption to critical facility operations.

IT Vocational Instructor

MTC Correctional Facility
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
  • Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.

Education

Political Science -

University of Akron
Akron, OH
12.2007

History -

North Lake Community College
Irving, TX
12.2005

CADD -

Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX
12.2005

Skills

  • Agile Scrum
  • Program Management
  • SMARTSHEET
  • Notionso
  • Microsoft Project
  • Software Development
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Training Program Development
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Scrum Framework
  • Project Scheduling
  • Business Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Risk Management
  • Project Planning

Personal Information

Title: PROJECT MANAGER

Certification

  • Google Project Management Professional Certificate Issued on October 27, 2024

Timeline

IT Project Coordinator

CDI/AHEAD
07.2023 - Current

IT Project Manager

MTC
10.2020 - 07.2021

IT Vocational Instructor

MTC Correctional Facility
10.2020 - 07.2021

Project Manager

Right Brain Group
01.2020 - 11.2023

Political Science -

University of Akron

History -

North Lake Community College

CADD -

Grand Prairie High School
JAMES ROSS JR