National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)

Implementation Project Manager - Utility Customer Care & Billing Software

Bismarck, ND

About This Job

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) is an information technology company that develops and supports software and hardware solutions for our Member/Owners who are primarily utility and telecommunications cooperatives and companies across the nation. NISC is an industry leader providing advanced, integrated IT solutions for consumer and subscriber billing, accounting, engineering and operations, as well as many other leading-edge IT solutions. NISC is ranked in ComputerWorld's Best Places to Work survey for twenty consecutive years and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our Team.

Summary:

In the position, you will be responsible for performing software implementations for Member/Customers and managing implementation projects. You will provide application support to customers and validate the accuracy of their converted data. Utilizing your customer service and critical thinking skills, you will train personnel on all aspects of the application and answer questions on the functions/usage of the Customer Care and Billing (CC&B) product via telephone, e-mail, remote, or on-site.

For more information on Utility CC&B, click here.

Work Schedule:

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Hybrid from one of these office locations:

+ Lake Saint Louis, MO + Mandan, ND

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Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 day per week out of an office location and ability to work up to all 5 days a week from an office location.

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Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday - the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose.

Essential Duties:

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Assist and perform in coordinating basic software implementation project plans.

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Present and share software application usage information and best practices with Member/Customers as it relates to assigned project plan.

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Assist in validating and verifying the accuracy of converted data.

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Assist and provide application support throughout the project lifecycle.

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Assist with basic level conversion analysis.

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Prepare Change Requests (CRs) and follow up through resolution.

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Perform after hours call support as assigned.

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Commitment to NISC's Statement of Shared Values.

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Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred:

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Basic level knowledge of business-related software applications and services.

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Basic level knowledge of the Utility or Telecom industries.

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Basic level knowledge of Project Management processes and theory.

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Basic verbal and written communication skills.

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Basic level presentation and training skills.

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Excellent telephone/email etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Member/Customers.

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Basic research and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.

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Basic level ability to organize and prioritize.

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Basic level ability to set and manage internal and external Member/Customer expectations.

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Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful business conclusions relevant to Project Management.

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Basic level ability to demonstrate initiative and accountability.

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Basic level ability to multi task and time manage.

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Moderate level ability to demonstrate professionalism.

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Basic level ability to troubleshoot.

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Basic level understanding of change management best practices.

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Basic level knowledge of Utility/Telecom software and software integrations.

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Ability to travel as often as necessary, generally around 10-20% a year, to meet the goals and objectives of the position.

Education Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees must be able to see, speak, and hear, to operate computer keyboards or office equipment, and are required to stand, walk, and sit.

Disclaimer:

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.

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