Junior IT Project Manager (DIN-03HF) // 100% Onsite Bethesda, MD

About the OpportunityWe are only considering US Citizens, Permanent Residence (Green) Card holders, and EAD document holders for this position. We are unable to support any other sponsorship at this time.We are only considering candidates who currently reside within 35 minutes of postal code 20814No Third PartiesMust be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and boosterStarting $30 per hour 1099 or approx $60K per yearLocation: Starts 100% on-site (Red Line Bethesda Metro)Job Id: DIN-03HFHours are M-F, 9am - 6pm with 1 hour lunch breakModern, light, and spacious work environmentFree parking, snacks, and gym membership for this roleExcellent opportunity for growth and advancement

Short DescriptionWe are seeking an Junior IT Project Manager to gain and implement the knowledge of how to support Dantech and its clients. This is a short term engagement with a maximum duration of six months. The first four months will consist of paid on-the-job training. The goal is to be eligible for promotion on or before the 6 month engagement end date. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Math, Sciences, Management, or Technology. We will accept 4 years of professional in-office work experience in lieu of a Bachelor degree.

Required Skills/Years of Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Math, Sciences, Management, or Technology experience)3+ years of excellent verbal and written communication skills3+ years of exemplary time management skills3+ years of customer service3+ years of excellent and tactful negotiation skills2+ years of experience using Word or Google Docs2+ years of experience using Excel or Google Sheets1+ years of experience using Outlook to schedule calendar events1+ years of experience authoring professional emails1+ years of working as a member of a team to complete a goal1+ years of presenting or speaking to audiences1+ years of familiarity with Cloud concepts1+ years of familiarity with designing, developing, or supporting applications1+ years of experience working onsite in a professional office

Desired Skills/Years of Experience:AWS Cloud Practitioner1+ years of programming experience

DescriptionFor over 20 years, organizations have come to depend on Dantech for our IT expertise, quality, and customer service. We have helped startups, companies of all sizes, educational institutions, government agencies, associations, and international firms securely and efficiently transform and scale their IT, the way they work, and meet the demands of their customers.

We are seeking an Junior IT Project Manager to gain and implement the knowledge of how to support Dantech and its clients. This is a short term engagement with a maximum duration of six months. The first four months will consist of paid on-the-job training. The goal is to be eligible for promotion on or before the 6 month engagement end date. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Math, Sciences, Management, or Technology. We will accept 4 years of professional in-office work experience in lieu of a Bachelor degree.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, to deliver quality, and to be flexible regarding possible technical and operational solutions, approaches, and strategies. This role will be 60% technical growth and 40% office administration. For this role, you should be able to work efficiently, communicate effectively, and be obsessed with high quality code and deliverables that meet assigned timeframes.

Responsibilities:Become a highly valued, contributing member of the Dantech TeamBe courteous, kind, constructive, eager to learn, reliable, and professional at all timesAdhere to all Dantech policies and protocolsBe flexible and adaptable as technical and operational requirements do changeLearn quickly and document/update documentation accordinglyComplete assigned training and/or exercises, within requested timeframesObtain technical accreditations and certifications, as assigned, within requested timeframesAdhere to Dantech technology standards and practicesDevelop high quality documentation and deliverables that meets all tim, content, and quality requirementsCreate and manage task activities, schedules, and deliverablesCraft professional and tactful email correspondence and calendar invites upon requestDraft weekly status reportsDocument meeting minutesUpdate sprint artifacts in various formats and portalsAccept feedback graciously and resolve to address issues or concernsContribute to the overall quality of the Dantech Team solutions deliveriesComplete weekly timesheets and expense reportsSupport the Dantech project manager in preparing statuses, presentations, or other deliverablesComplete all administrative office tasks to the highest of standardsSupport internal projects and office functionsComplete additional tasks, as requested

Hiring ExpectationsWe are only considering US Citizens, Permanent Residence (Green) Card holders, and EAD document holders for this position. We are unable to support any other sponsorship at this time.No Third PartiesExpect hands-on interview screeningExpect F2F interviewBackground checks and verifications will be required

About DantechDantech Corporation, Inc. is a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) in the District of Columbia and a federally recognized Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB). The company has a history of technology, innovation and transformation since its launch in 1999. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please see: www.dantechcorp.com.