About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $91,000.00 - $107,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

About This Job

As an IT Project Manager, you will facilitate the prescribed Agile, Scrum or Kanban Ceremonies to ultimately deliver commitments from cross-functional teams. You will maintain dedication to basic Agile principles, schedules, budgets, team capacity and transparency in communication and reporting and will serves as the resident mentor on topics of Project Management Best Practices and Agile Principles for the team.  

Essential Functions

Lead medium to large scale IT Projects to meet business and technology scope and strategy

Develop skills of teams and facilitate Agile Ceremonies, maintaining focus on their purpose and objectives

Prepare and deliver various levels of reporting for varying audiences

Manage, read, and take action on standard Agile metrics

Manage the development and release schedules and plans

Develop, coach and mentor peers on Agile principles

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Intermediate knowledge of agile methodology, including best practices

Intermediate knowledge and understanding of strategic project planning and execution

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with multiple IT areas and business partners

Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Inquisitive, agile, and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate to Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

4+ years of Agile/Scrum methodology experience required

2+ years of information technology experience required

2+ years of Traditional Project Management methodology experience preferred

Experience in the financial services industry preferred

Agile Practices Certification (CSM, Agile Practitioner, etc ) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the IT Project Manager II job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $91,000 to $107,000 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time