Program Manager (Remote - US)

The Program Manager is responsible for managing programs or multiple projects, with complex interdependencies, on an ongoing and regular basis. Responsibilities include project planning and status reporting, risk management, and issue resolution. The Program Manager works more often with strategy and articulates the goals and objectives of the program and how it will impact the business.

About the Role

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's GO Title division provides global title and escrow production support across all channels within First American Title including the Mortgage Services, Commercial, Direct, and Agency divisions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages multiple projects/programs typically moderate in size with complex interdependencies
• Manages overall tactical aspects of program
• Participate in the creation and execution of work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
• Develop program deliverables including program roadmaps, plans, scope, and schedules and establishes governance
• Counsels and coordinates with cross-functional teams to ensure successful completion of projects
• Conducts risk monitoring and controls to ensure ability to achieve expected outcomes, on time and on budget
• Communicates program status to team and stakeholders to ensure their understanding of risks, issues and activities related to the program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced degree or certification preferred
• 8-10 years of directly related experience
• PMP desirable

Qualifications

• Successful track record designing, developing, and executing complex projects in area of functional expertise
• Experience with program management methodologies and techniques, and their application in business and technical environments
• Excellent planning, time management, communication, decision making, presentation, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strong MS Office Suite skills
• Leadership skills to inspire coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence
• Conceptual understanding of current technologies and methodologies to plan and communicate effectively with project team and sponsors

Skills

• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Communication
• Time Management
• Leadership

Benefits

Pay Range: $112,400.00 - $149,800.00 Annually

Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).