Golden Entertainment, Inc. Las Vegas , NV 89134
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Summary:
Plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, including acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. Defines project objectives and oversees quality control throughout the life cycle. The candidate will need to gather and document both system and functional requirements and analyze the system to ensure system functionality. Ensure that the best business practices are used and that the developers/vendors execute the requirements stated.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Directs Performing requirements analysis
Evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions
Document both Business and/or Functional Requirements
Directs and manages project development from beginning to end
Defines project scopes, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
Effectively communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Estimates the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
Drafts and submits budget proposals and recommends subsequent budget changes when necessary
Where required, negotiates with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company
Determines and assesses the need for additional staff or consultants and makes the appropriate recruitments if necessary, during the project cycle
Sets and continually manages project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
Delegates tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel
Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within the project team
Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical paths
Tracks project milestones and deliverables
Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations
Determines the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyzes results and troubleshoots problem areas
Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies potential crises and devises contingency plans
Defines project success criteria and disseminates them to involved parties throughout project life cycle
Reports project status to IT Management on all current and upcoming IT related projects in a centralized timeline
Assists IT management in prioritizing current and upcoming projects based on available resources
Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, if they apply to the position
Provide outstanding guest service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members that meets the company's guest service culture standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Qualifications
At least two years of both business analyst and project management experience in an information technology environment, including experience in cross-functional project management methods and techniques preferred
Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software, and equipment
Knowledge of the techniques for managing cross-functional teams
Skill in planning and preparing written and verbal communication
Skill in technical planning of information technology projects
Skill in working with groups to build consensus
Skill in effectively serving a divergent customer base
Ability to synthesize project information and establish the appropriate scope of a project
Ability to apply strong project management skills and methodologies
Ability to create new work processes
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management
Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical users
Previous experience leading in both small groups and one-on-one situations
Previous experience managing and prioritizing multiple projects
Possesses general understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design
Understands Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures
Experience working in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment
Must have reliable communication (i.e., cell phone, pager) readily available when not at work in case company needs to reach out during non-scheduled work hours
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent educational experience preferred
At least 21 years of age
Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
Obtain and maintain all work cards as required by the company
Verify right to work in the United States
Work Cards
Physical Requirements
Occasionally push/pull up to 15lbs
Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 15lbs at floor, knee, waist, and chest levels
Occasionally squat, kneel, bend, and twist
Regularly sit and work at a desk or computer
Regularly standing or walking
Constant use of hearing and vision, distinguish between shades of color, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
Ability to move throughout the property
Work Environment Potential Conditions
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoky & Noisy
Extreme Heights
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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