http://jobs.scottrade.com/feeds/release-management-St-Louis-MO-jobs/ Custom RSS Feed for release-management-St-Louis-MO-jobs Tue, 21 May 2013 20:47:00 GMT en-us /sites/scottrade/images/Scottrade-Careers-Logo.png http://jobs.scottrade.com/feeds/release-management-St-Louis-MO-jobs/ 720 Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Senior Public Relations Specialist position available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to assist in promoting Scottrade Financial Services, Inc. through media relations activities, including but not limited to developing and executing pitch ideas, writing news releases and blogs, and building relationships with reporters and influencers, all while coordinating with Scottrade stakeholders and the PR Manager.

Responsibilities:

* Coordinate with marketing team and other departments regularly to develop PR plans, and then implement PR tactics to complement activities, such as product launches, education resources and awareness campaigns.
* Oversee local media outreach activities to earn coverage for Scottrade’s branch offices.
* Consistently develop new ideas and pitch stories to secure positive media coverage.
* Schedule, develop messaging for, prepare spokespeople and participate in media interviews.

* Assist to identify, write and edit award applications.
* Update and create media content for the Scottrade About Us website.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Proven success in news release writing and distribution processes and pitching story ideas.
* PR measurement capabilities, familiatriy with media monitoring software.
* Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
* Must have strong work ethic and show initiative, a self-starter.
* Knowledge of AP writing style.
* Journalism experience preferred.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, International Studies, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
* 3+ years of relevant media outreach experience; background in media relations, public relations Journalism experience a plus.
* Financial Services and/or brokerage industry experience strongly preferred.
* International experience preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Sun, 19 May 2013 07:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Senior-Public-Relations-Specialist-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2497367/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Senior-Public-Relations-Specialist-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2497367/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Build and Release Engineer position available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to configure test environments for Scottrade’s in-house and 3rd party distributed production applications for the Quality Assurance department. This includes deployment of software changes, upgrades, and application code remediation to address known defects, as well as database changes. In addition, this position provides a thorough understanding of the Scottrade architecture and supports interfacing application servers, web servers, Windows servers, Linux servers, platform components and message buses. The Build and Release Engineer ensures the environment is documented and updated reflecting the latest code releases, ensures accuracy, and provides installation automation where possible. Key performance indicators include customer satisfaction, timely configurations to test projects, and accurate configuration to mirror production.

Responsibilities:

* Works closely with the business & IT associates, as well as outside vendors, to effectively plan, deploy, document and maintain the distributed application/middleware environments’ additions and changes.
* Collaborates with IT and outside Level 3 escalation points of contact.
* Initiates and participates in timely communication to all stakeholders as necessary during release processes.
* Provides advanced technical skills in monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance and enhancements of distributed applications and middleware.
* Creates and maintains various QA test environments using VM Lab Manager with templates provided by the Server Administration department.
* Creates and maintains Wise deployment scripts and MSIs for deployments to Windows servers.
* Responsible for application software deployments to multiple testing environments.
* Responsible for performing configuration tests in environment immediately after updates are applied.
* Coordinates research on application release build/package issues.
* Works with Change Control, Quality Assurance, and PMO departments with scheduling releases.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Solid understanding of Incident, Problem, Release, Change, and Project Management policy and processes, as well as an established SDLC framework.
* Knowledge of ITSM and ITIL V3 preferred.
* Ability to create application release packages and schedule the deployment of the packages via Altiris DS.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic team-oriented environment, while quickly adapting to changes.
* Experience with Windows 2003 and 2008 server administration and Linux administration preferred.
* Ability to deploy application changes to Windows, Linux, and AS/400 based servers and test environments.
* Intermediate knowledge of: Altiris Wise package Studio, Altiris Deployment Console, & Beyond Compare.
* Basic knowledge of: Windows Registry; IIS, Active Directory, Networking and Firewalls.
* Basic SQL server and Oracle database knowledge
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Visio, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Highly motivated and strong attention to detail.
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, MIS, or similar field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 5-7 years of IT experience required.
* 3-5 years experience creating build definitions and deployment scripting required, preferably utilizing Microsoft Team Build and Altiris Wise Package Studio.
* 3-5 years experience using a source code repository required, preferably using Microsoft Team Foundation Server.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Build-&-Release-Engineer-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2600609/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Build-&-Release-Engineer-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2600609/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Mobile Platform Analyst position available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to play a significant role in implementing features and functionality to expand Scottrade’s mobile offerings. The scope of the Scottrade mobile strategy includes multiple mobile initiatives including mobile apps, mobile websites, SMS / MMS, with an emphasis on mobile tablets and other emerging mobile technologies. ????

Responsibilities:

* Work with multiple Scottrade departments and third party mobile solution providers in the delivery of any mobile channel projects, where applicable.
* Monitor competitors’ mobile offerings. Determine new features and enhancements to competitively position our mobile platform products, with particular focus on mobile tablets and other emerging mobile technologies. Monitor and analyze mobile usage reports.
* Articulate the business and functional requirements for mobile software development projects. Work closely with Scottrade Information Technology to manage the development timeline for improvement and maintenance projects.
* Ensure project success through thorough user acceptance testing as well as coordinating cross-departmental communication, training and release schedules.
* Design prototypes for client interfaces built internally.
* Serve as a key contact person for mobile platform support and issues.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to determine solutions on the fly.
* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* Strong attention to detail, while still able to focus on the big picture.?????
* Strong ability to manage projects.
* Strong efficiency in multi-tasking and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
* Strong presentation and communication skills, both written and oral.
* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers or management.
* Ability to build relationships and work effectively among a diverse group of team members such as legal, compliance, IT, marketing, and branch department representatives.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Windows operating systems.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 2+ years experience in Mobile platform/product/app experience required.
* 2+ years experience in the online trading/financial services industry preferred.???
* 1+ years business analysis or project leadership experience strongly preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Mobile-Platform-Analyst-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2543294/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Mobile-Platform-Analyst-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2543294/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a PR Analyst position available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to assist in building and promoting the firm’s trader-focused reputation by executing on proactive and reactive public relations strategies

Responsibilities:

* Develop and execute media relations strategies for Scottrade, Inc., as it relates to the trader segment and other client types or lines of business as necessary. This includes strategy development, identifying trend story opportunities, message development, pitching stories to reporters (national, local and trade), responding to media requests, media training spokespeople and serving as media spokesperson where appropriate.
* Build out and elevate dedicated trader and digital product development spokespeople by working with them to identify story ideas, byline opportunities and speaking engagements.
* Collaborate with other PR team members and trader segment team members to share in collective efforts that support the brokerage to develop PR plans, and then implement PR tactics to complement activities, such as product launches and awareness campaigns.

* Assist in the development of public relations strategy, thought leadership development and reputation management for Scottrade Financial Services, Inc. This includes monitoring and identifying risks to the brokerage, serving as the voice of the trader and recommending communication strategies as needed.
* Oversee Scottrade’s trader segment awards and broker survey strategy, including researching, interviewing, writing and editing.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to communicate and present ideas effectively to individuals at all levels of the company, as well as reporters and others outside of the company.
* Excellent writing and editing skills.
* Ability to prioritize multiple, concurrent tasks and meet deadlines while producing consistently error-free work.
* Excellent organizational skills and great attention to detail.
* Comfortable dealing with matters that require confidentiality.
* Knowledge of news release writing and distribution processes.
* Proven media relations success (pitching reporters to secure news coverage).
* PR measurement capabilities, familiatriy with media monitoring software.
* Knowledge of public relations best practices.
* Knowledge of SEO general practices and AP writing style.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing or related field is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 5+ years of public relations experience required.
* Financial services experience required; brokerage industry experience preferred.
* Journalism experience preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-PR-Analyst-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2426661/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-PR-Analyst-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2426661/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Senior Application Support Engineer position available in Saint Louis, MO.This position is responsible for providing Level 1 and 2 support (24x7) of Scottrade’s in-house and 3rd party distributed production applications, as well as deployment of new software, upgrades, and application code to remediate known defects. This position is responsible for effectively escalating to Level 3 in-house and 3rd party support teams. In addition, this position provides support, maintenance, and configuration services for various middleware and platform components, such as application servers, web servers, and message buses. The Senior Application Support Engineer ensures that application documentation needed for code release and support is accurate, tested, and complete, and provides services to automate installations where possible. This position provides technical expertise in support of all business and I.T. sponsored projects. Key Performance Indicators include Customer Satisfaction, Problem Resolution Rate, Application Availability, and Project Deliverable Success Rate.

Responsibilities:

* Provide advanced technical skills in monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancements of distributed applications and middleware.
* Provide technical expertise and perform tasks for all related projects where application releases across QA and Production environments are necessary (including Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity).
* Provide 24x7 support of the distributed applications and middleware.
* Work closely with business and I.T. associates, and outside vendors to effectively plan, deploy, document, and maintain the distributed application/middleware environments’ additions and changes.
* Maintain relationships with I.T. and outside Level 3 escalation points.
* Initiate and participate in timely communication to all stakeholders as necessary during release and incident processes.
* Provide mentoring and guidance to coworkers.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Solid understanding of Incident, Problem, Release, Change, and Project management policy and processes, as well as an established SDLC framework
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* 3+ years of technical experience in current Intel/Windows and Linux-based server operating systems
* Solid knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
* 3+ years of technical experience supporting and configuring application and web servers
* 3+ years of technical experience in software packaging and distributing, using packaging/distribution tools and scripting, including configuration and monitoring of related server components via WMI interface
* Solid knowledge of application code repositories and functions
* 3+ years experience in technical writing and documentation techniques, using tools such as MS-Office, Visio, and various screen capture utilities components and administration.
* 3+ years experience supporting multi-tier applications, including database connection configurations
* Bachelor’s degree in MIS or Computer Science is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Current MCSE certifications or other relevant technical certifications/training highly desirable.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2524073/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2524073/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Project Manager opportunity available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to coordinate and successfully execute projects within the Scottrade enterprise, and to implement strategic initiatives at a project level. This position oversees all aspects of projects including but not limited to setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress. Through the building and maintaining of working relationships with team members, vendors, and other departments involved in projects, this position leads and directs the work of others and requires a wide degree of creativity and latitude to accomplish assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

* Execute Project Management process by performing designated Project Management activities including: developing and maintaining project schedules; utilizing standard planning, execution and controlling templates; appropriate resource forecasting; issue and risk management; consistent communication; meeting facilitation; release/deployment planning; actively manage project's triple constraints of quality, schedule, and scope. The typical projects ranges from 750 to 5000 hours, with a duration of 0 to 12 months and a project team of approximately 25 associates.
* Complete timely and consistent project reporting such as: project status; new or outstanding issues, risks, actions and decisions; upcoming or late tasks and deliverables. Present reports and status updates to all levels of management.
* Establish, build, and maintain working relationships with project stakeholders, project team members, vendors and other departments as necessary to encourage team work and enable effective collaboration.
* Provide recommendations for process improvements of existing or new processes and serve on departmental sub-committees as assigned.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Demonstrated knowledge in all facets of project management including but not limited to development and utilization of project schedules, resource plans, risk and issue plans, communication plans, and change management plans.
* Knowledge of at least one software development lifecycle management methodology: Waterfall, Iterative, or Agile.
* Ability to lead multiple project teams averaging up to 25 team members representing multiple functional areas in a matrixed environment.
* Ability to lead and manage project teams in a fast-paced environment that requires continual change to plans.
* Ability to lead multiple projects, each with a Rough Order of Magnitude less than 5000 hours, representing multiple functional areas and up to one external vendor or third party, in a matrixed environment.
* Strong written and oral communication skills, meeting management/facilitation skills, negotiation skills and ability to deliver reports and presentations to senior management.
* Effective use of leadership skills to skills to effectively lead large complex projects. Ability to provide conflict management, display sensitivity to others and use individual influence to address team performance issues.
* Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook and Visio.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 4+ years project management experience required. Experience utilizing project management practices and methodologies required.
* 2+ years experience managing or leading IT projects, each involving 10+ team members and <1,000 resource hours required.
* Financial services systems knowledge and online technology experience preferred.
* PMI (Project Management Institute) membership preferred.
* PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Project-Manager-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2565564/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Project-Manager-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2565564/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Quality Assurance Supervisor position available in Saint Louis, MO. The main purpose of this position is to review new and existing testing assignments, and to work with team members and the QA Manager to assign, estimate and allocate testing resources. Escalate testing issues and project risks as required. Participate in the interview process of new hires, and follow-up to ensure training plans are reviewed with new employees. This position will be responsible for successfully mentoring employees, and conducting quarterly performance reviews.

Responsibilities:

* Interview potential new hires and review training plans with new employees. Mentor direct reports to ensure employee growth and retention
* Work with team members and QA Management to review new and existing testing assignments, and assign, estimate, and allocate testing resources as required. Escalate testing issues and risks as required
* Attend project related meetings to ensure testing milestones for team members are met. Ensure daily and weekly QA Summary reports are produced to measure and provide transparency for QA related activities
* Work with team members to ensure readiness of application production deployments. Ensure test plans, test cases, post deployment verification test plans, etc. have been completed to ensure a quality production release
* Provide continuous feedback on employee performance and complete and conduct quarterly performance reviews
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong knowledge of testing methodologies and application debugging from a technical and/or business perspective.
* Strong knowledge of ODBC.
* Expert knowledge of Open Database Connectivity (ODBC).
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to direct, mentor and motivate others in a fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment.
* Ability to create and improve testing processes to reduce overall cycle time and improve software quality.
* Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
* Strong knowledge of programming concepts.
* Strong knowledge of SQL and Oracle databases.
* Strong knowledge of FIX protocols.
* Strong knowledge of API’s, .NET, and Web Services.
* Strong knowledge of AS400 mainframes.
* Strong knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems.
* Strong knowledge of testing Web applications with multiple browsers.
* Strong knowledge of HP Quality Center, to include best practices in regards to requirements management, defect tracking and automation concepts.
* Expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by displaying a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 6+ years of Software Quality Assurance experience. Up to 1 year experience working with Scottrade applications may be applied to this requirement.
* Experience leading projects within a Software Quality Assurance team required.
* Experience with defect tracking and test management software required.
* Experience creating and executing test plans and test cases required.
* Automation experience preferred.
* Software Quality Assurance Certification preferred.
* 1+ years prior leadership and/or supervisory experience in a software testing role required.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - St Louis]]>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Quality-Assurance-Supervisor-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2569763/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Saint-Louis-Quality-Assurance-Supervisor-St_-Louis%2C-MO-Job-MO-63101/2569763/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Loan Servicing Associate position available in Neosho, MO. The main purpose of this position is to provide administrative support of the loan servicing activities of Boulevard Bank.

Responsibilities:

* Provide customer service to internal and external customers. Research and resolve issues as necessary.
* Enter and maintain loan records in loan accounting system.
* Assemble and maintain loan documents and files (both paper and electronic).
* Prepare a variety of loan forms and documents.
* Maintain activity logs to generate reports as necessary.
* Monitor real estate taxes and insurance coverage on applicable loans; generate payments and prepare reporting related to escrowed and non-escrowed loans.
* Process loan payments and payoffs.
* Process loan exception items.
* Compile and enter Loan Application Register (LAR) information for all branches; submit annual Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) reporting.
* Process investor payments, remittance, and reporting.
* Perfect/release collateral as required.
* Prepare and process releases for paid loans.
* Provide support to other divisions as required.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong verbal communication skills and a team player.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Ability to work in a team environment.
* Quick and accurate data entry skills; including 10-key.
* Attention to detail and accuracy required.
* Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong basic math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
* Basic level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 1+ year of customer service or banking experience required.
* 1+ year of loan servicing experience preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location MO - Neosho]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Neosho-Loan-Servicing-Associate-Neosho%2C-MO-Job-MO-64850/2592814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Neosho-Loan-Servicing-Associate-Neosho%2C-MO-Job-MO-64850/2592814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Manager of Project and Release Management position available in Westminster, CO. The main purpose of this position is to manage and lead various positions within the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) including Senior Project Managers, Project and Release Managers, and Project Analysts that support one or more lines of business from a service delivery standpoint. This role is responsible for managing the people, processes, and tools necessary to support timely and effective management and delivery of projects and releases consistent with best practices and aligned to the firm’s strategy.

Responsibilities:

* Manage and administrate project and release management processes by appropriate resource allocation, consistent communication, accurate specifications/documentation/reporting, auditable budgets, and timely delivery of end products.
* Conduct periodic gate reviews and develop and publish the necessary management, audit and ad-hoc reports to ensure projects are adhering to expected standards.
* Hire, mentor and create development plans for all PMO associates to ensure consistent leadership approaches, methodologies, tools, techniques and procedures are effectively utilized.
* Lead progressive improvements and on-going operation of the PMO. Foster creative and effective project management practices through regular evaluation and ongoing improvement of the PMO processes and tools.
* Track, compile and report on KPIs. Additionally, analyze and draw conclusions on the departmental successes and needed improvement based on KPI data.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong understanding of the project life cycle and how it corresponds to various system development lifecycle methodologies such as Agile, Iterative, or Waterfall.
* Familiar with the Brokerage Industry and/or Financial Services systems.
* Strong general management knowledge and skills such as departmental planning, personnel administration, and information technology.
* Demonstrated ability to assume higher-level leadership roles and responsibilities when necessary (critical thinking and decision-making skills).
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate/manage conflict effectively at all levels of management and peers.
* Ability to display sensitivity to others and use influence to address individual performance issues.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to speak effectively and present information to external customers, the general public and groups of peers or management with Scottrade, in person or via phone conversation.
* Ability to quickly learn and grasp technical and industry concepts.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Outlook.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administation, Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 8+ years Project and/or Program Management experience required.
* 5+ years experience leading or managing project teams required. 3+ years direct line management experience preferred.
* 3+ years software development life cycle experience required.
* 3+ years online technology project experience preferred.
* PMI (Project Management Institute) membership preferred.
* PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location CO - Westminster]]>Sat, 04 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Manager-of-Project-and-Release-Management-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2509731/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Manager-of-Project-and-Release-Management-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2509731/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Manager of Project and Release Management position available in Westminster, CO. The main purpose of this position is to manage and lead various positions within the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) including Senior Project Managers, Project and Release Managers, and Project Analysts that support one or more lines of business from a service delivery standpoint. This role is responsible for managing the people, processes, and tools necessary to support timely and effective management and delivery of projects and releases consistent with best practices and aligned to the firm’s strategy.

Responsibilities:

* Manage and administrate project and release management processes by appropriate resource allocation, consistent communication, accurate specifications/documentation/reporting, auditable budgets, and timely delivery of end products.
* Conduct periodic gate reviews and develop and publish the necessary management, audit and ad-hoc reports to ensure projects are adhering to expected standards.
* Hire, mentor and create development plans for all PMO associates to ensure consistent leadership approaches, methodologies, tools, techniques and procedures are effectively utilized.
* Lead progressive improvements and on-going operation of the PMO. Foster creative and effective project management practices through regular evaluation and ongoing improvement of the PMO processes and tools.
* Track, compile and report on KPIs. Additionally, analyze and draw conclusions on the departmental successes and needed improvement based on KPI data.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Strong understanding of the project life cycle and how it corresponds to various system development lifecycle methodologies such as Agile, Iterative, or Waterfall.
* Familiar with the Brokerage Industry and/or Financial Services systems.
* Strong general management knowledge and skills such as departmental planning, personnel administration, and information technology.
* Demonstrated ability to assume higher-level leadership roles and responsibilities when necessary (critical thinking and decision-making skills).
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate/manage conflict effectively at all levels of management and peers.
* Ability to display sensitivity to others and use influence to address individual performance issues.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to speak effectively and present information to external customers, the general public and groups of peers or management with Scottrade, in person or via phone conversation.
* Ability to quickly learn and grasp technical and industry concepts.
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Outlook.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administation, Information Systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* 8+ years Project and/or Program Management experience required.
* 5+ years experience leading or managing project teams required. 3+ years direct line management experience preferred.
* 3+ years software development life cycle experience required.
* 3+ years online technology project experience preferred.
* PMI (Project Management Institute) membership preferred.
* PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification preferred.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location CO - Westminster]]>Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Manager-of-Project-and-Release-Management-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2583726/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Manager-of-Project-and-Release-Management-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2583726/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Senior Application Support Engineer position available in Scottsdale, AZ.This position is responsible for providing Level 1 and 2 support (24x7) of Scottrade’s in-house and 3rd party distributed production applications, as well as deployment of new software, upgrades, and application code to remediate known defects. This position is responsible for effectively escalating to Level 3 in-house and 3rd party support teams. In addition, this position provides support, maintenance, and configuration services for various middleware and platform components, such as application servers, web servers, and message buses. The Senior Application Support Engineer ensures that application documentation needed for code release and support is accurate, tested, and complete, and provides services to automate installations where possible. This position provides technical expertise in support of all business and I.T. sponsored projects. Key Performance Indicators include Customer Satisfaction, Problem Resolution Rate, Application Availability, and Project Deliverable Success Rate.

Responsibilities:

* Provide advanced technical skills in monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancements of distributed applications and middleware.
* Provide technical expertise and perform tasks for all related projects where application releases across QA and Production environments are necessary (including Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity).
* Provide 24x7 support of the distributed applications and middleware.
* Work closely with business and I.T. associates, and outside vendors to effectively plan, deploy, document, and maintain the distributed application/middleware environments’ additions and changes.
* Maintain relationships with I.T. and outside Level 3 escalation points.
* Initiate and participate in timely communication to all stakeholders as necessary during release and incident processes.
* Provide mentoring and guidance to coworkers.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Solid understanding of Incident, Problem, Release, Change, and Project management policy and processes, as well as an established SDLC framework
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* 3+ years of technical experience in current Intel/Windows and Linux-based server operating systems
* Solid knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
* 3+ years of technical experience supporting and configuring application and web servers
* 3+ years of technical experience in software packaging and distributing, using packaging/distribution tools and scripting, including configuration and monitoring of related server components via WMI interface
* Solid knowledge of application code repositories and functions
* 3+ years experience in technical writing and documentation techniques, using tools such as MS-Office, Visio, and various screen capture utilities components and administration.
* 3+ years experience supporting multi-tier applications, including database connection configurations
* Bachelor’s degree in MIS or Computer Science is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Current MCSE certifications or other relevant technical certifications/training highly desirable.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location AZ - Scottsdale]]>Tue, 14 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Scottsdale-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-Scottsdale%2C-AZ-Job-AZ-85250/2547720/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Scottsdale-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-Scottsdale%2C-AZ-Job-AZ-85250/2547720/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Description:

Scottrade, Inc. has a Senior Application Support Engineer position available in Westminster, CO.This position is responsible for providing Level 1 and 2 support (24x7) of Scottrade’s in-house and 3rd party distributed production applications, as well as deployment of new software, upgrades, and application code to remediate known defects. This position is responsible for effectively escalating to Level 3 in-house and 3rd party support teams. In addition, this position provides support, maintenance, and configuration services for various middleware and platform components, such as application servers, web servers, and message buses. The Senior Application Support Engineer ensures that application documentation needed for code release and support is accurate, tested, and complete, and provides services to automate installations where possible. This position provides technical expertise in support of all business and I.T. sponsored projects. Key Performance Indicators include Customer Satisfaction, Problem Resolution Rate, Application Availability, and Project Deliverable Success Rate.

Responsibilities:

* Provide advanced technical skills in monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancements of distributed applications and middleware.
* Provide technical expertise and perform tasks for all related projects where application releases across QA and Production environments are necessary (including Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity).
* Provide 24x7 support of the distributed applications and middleware.
* Work closely with business and I.T. associates, and outside vendors to effectively plan, deploy, document, and maintain the distributed application/middleware environments’ additions and changes.
* Maintain relationships with I.T. and outside Level 3 escalation points.
* Initiate and participate in timely communication to all stakeholders as necessary during release and incident processes.
* Provide mentoring and guidance to coworkers.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Solid understanding of Incident, Problem, Release, Change, and Project management policy and processes, as well as an established SDLC framework
* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
* Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Foster company success through a professional appearance, being courteous to customers and all Scottrade associates and by having a positive attitude.

Education and Experience:

* 3+ years of technical experience in current Intel/Windows and Linux-based server operating systems
* Solid knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
* 3+ years of technical experience supporting and configuring application and web servers
* 3+ years of technical experience in software packaging and distributing, using packaging/distribution tools and scripting, including configuration and monitoring of related server components via WMI interface
* Solid knowledge of application code repositories and functions
* 3+ years experience in technical writing and documentation techniques, using tools such as MS-Office, Visio, and various screen capture utilities components and administration.
* 3+ years experience supporting multi-tier applications, including database connection configurations
* Bachelor’s degree in MIS or Computer Science is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Current MCSE certifications or other relevant technical certifications/training highly desirable.

Scottrade, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce.

Requirements:

Languages English – Spoken, English – Written
Location CO - Westminster]]>Tue, 14 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2547722/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://jobs.scottrade.com/job/Westminster-Senior-Application-Support-Engineer-Westminster%2C-CO-Job-CO-80003/2547722/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS