Project Specialist (56906)

Job DetailsJob Location: Farmington, Main - Farmington, MO 63640Position Type: Full TimeTurn Plans into Progress—Join Us as a Project Specialist!

Drive operational excellence and help shape the future of our organization by managing projects from start to finish. This role ensures strategic alignment, fosters collaboration, and champions continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage projects—develop schedules and budgets with precision (Professionalism).
Track progress and deliverables using project management tools to keep teams on target (Accountability).
Lead project close-outs and lessons learned to strengthen future performance (Resilience).
Facilitate meetings and share clear agendas to keep communication sharp and effective (Professionalism).
Deliver weekly status reports that inform and empower leadership decisions (Service).
Support executive reporting with accurate, timely insights (Accountability).
Maintain organized documentation for transparency and compliance (Professionalism).
Assist with major initiatives like branch transformation and acquisitions, adapting to change with confidence (Adaptability).
Champion process improvements and education to elevate project management across teams (Initiative).
Spot opportunities for efficiency and take bold steps to enhance delivery (Courage).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or related field
1–2 years of project coordination or management experience
Project management certification (CAPM, PMP) preferred
Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
Familiarity with project management tools preferred

Why Join Us?

Collaborative, supportive environment
Professional growth opportunities
Make a meaningful impact on our organization and the communities we serve

If you’re ready to bring professionalism, adaptability, accountability, initiative, service, courage, and resilience to every project, we want to hear from you!QualificationsAdditional Information

Being a First Stater . . .
Being a First Stater means that you roll up your sleeves and dig in. It means you work hard and do your best. It means that you enjoy learning new skills and are always eager to improve. It means you help the team by being a great teammate. It means you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our customers and our communities. It means you consistently find new ways to improve our organization.

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First State Bancshares Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guide.