Job Information
Columbia Bank Senior Program Manager, Marketing Operations in Tacoma, Washington
About the Role:
This position partners with the Marketing, Communication and Community Impact team to create and facilitate program management of department programs consisting of multiple projects while ensuring alignment of strategic objectives, scope, schedule and budget across the programs.
Oversees large department programs consisting of multiple cross functional workstreams and/or projects of varying complexity, scope, schedule and scale.
Develops, manages and continuously optimizes production framework, meets quality standards and the production of expected deliverables during all phases of the program life cycle: intake, planning, execution, review and closing.
Responsible for activities of program team, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
Leads the department and key stakeholders to effectively coordinate program activities.
Communicates with senior management and/or department leaders regarding status of specific projects, including providing monthly reporting and evaluation of overall program.
Facilitates all related communications for the program.
May direct activities of peer project/program/product/business managers to maintain alignment of their project(s) to the program management structure and objectives.
Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”.
May perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications or other relevant work experience required.
10 or more years of experience in complex project and/or program management experience.
8-10 years of experience in marketing experience in Banking or Finance.
Demonstrated experience managing to successful delivery of projects of varying scope, scale and complexity.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred.
Program Management Professional (PgMP) Preferred.
Ability to manage budget tracking and conduct complex cost benefit analysis.
Strong client and Senior Management and executive interface and presentation skills.
Ability to influence decisions from top down and bottom up.
Demonstrated solid analytical, problem-solving and financial analysis skills.
Demonstrated strategic thinking with the ability to translate high-level strategic directives into structured programs, aligning workstreams effectively. Skilled in decomposing strategic objectives into actionable projects, programs, and deliverables to drive organizational goals.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders without direct authority by building trust, fostering collaboration, and communicating a compelling vision. Adept at navigating complex organizational dynamics to drive alignment and achieve shared goals.
Experienced in managing vendor relationships and external resources to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Skilled monitoring performance, and fostering collaborative partnerships to drive quality, efficiency, and value delivery.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer software such as Project, Power Point, Excel, Word.
The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $140,000.00
The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).
1301 A Street 7th Floor Tacoma WA 98402
Our Benefits:
We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.
We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com .
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.