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Senior Strategic Program Manager

Jack Henry & Associates

Remote · USFull-time$89–130K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$89–130K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Senior Strategic Program Manager oversees cross-divisional projects and initiatives within Jack Henry’s Banking organization, including work involving banking core solutions. The role manages project planning, execution, control, and closure, as well as operational readiness and client testing. It also supports other project managers and coordinates schedules, budgets, and cross-functional activities. The position is described as remote, with candidates required to live near specified office locations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project ManagementFinancial Institution ExperienceMicrosoft ProjectScheduling ToolsCommunicationCustomer InteractionProject Management Body of KnowledgeIndustry Project Management PracticesSoftware DevelopmentIT PracticesCoachingDeadline ManagementMultitasking

Qualifications

PMP CertificationBachelor's DegreeHigh School Diploma or GED6+ Years Project Management or Financial Institution Experience

Full job description

Experience Required

6 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Description & Requirements

At Jack Henry, we're more than a technology company, we're a force for good in financial services. We're redefining how community banks and credit unions connect with the people they serve. Our mission is rooted in people inspired innovation, empowering financial institutions to deliver seamless, secure, and human centered experiences. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that are paving the way for the next generation of digital banking and payments, but our true impact begins with our associates. If you're ready to help transform an industry and grow with a company that values purpose, collaboration, and excellence then we'd love to meet you.

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Strategic Project Manager manages the implementation, planning, execution, control and closing of projects which cross divisional organizational boundaries; or projects which design and implement products which will affect the entire corporation; or projects which design and implement corporate processes. This individual will specifically support projects within the Banking organization and will require experience working with one of Jack Henry's banking core solutions.

This is a remote position and candidates must live within approximately a 70-mile radius of our office locations in Allen, TX; Overland Park, KS; Cedar Falls, IA; Birmingham, AL; Charlotte, NC; Louisville, KY; Springfield, MO; or Monett, MO.

The salary range for this position is $88,650- $130,000 and will be determined based on location and experience level.

All positions, regardless of location, may require an onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirement to verify your identity.

What you'll be responsible for:

Manages the development and implementation of new or upgraded products and/or manages the creation and implementation of corporate processes for the foundational cores.

Manages operational readiness and client testing to ready products for market.

Monitors the project from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending.

Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project is on schedule and within budget constraints.

Provides mentoring and support to other project managers in dealing with project management issues for their assigned projects.

Demonstrates excellent project management skills.

Assists less experienced peers.

May perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need to have:

Minimum of 6 years of project management or financial institution experience.

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Project or other scheduling tools.

What would be nice for you to have:

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Bachelor's degree.

Has a wide range of experience and able to resolve complex issues. Works on complex and diverse projects. Analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises good judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions.

Excellent communication and customer interaction skills.

Excellent knowledge and experience of the project management body of knowledge.

Excellent understanding of industry project management practices.

General knowledge of software development/IT practices and procedures.

Able to assist/coach less experienced peers.

Able to complete successful product design and implementation projects that are on schedule, within budget and receive high customer satisfaction results.

Able to meet deadlines.

Able to use professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

Able to manage multiple projects at a time.

Able to interact and communicate effectively with senior internal and external personnel.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.

Why Jack Henry?

At Jack Henry, we live by the motto:"Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun."It's more than a tagline, it's the foundation of our culture. We recognize that our associates are the key to our success, and we're deeply committed to their wellbeing. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

We're also leading the way intechnology modernization, helping financial institutions evolve with speed, security, and flexibility. Our strategy focuses on delivering secure data access, mitigating fraud, and enabling seamless integration. Empowering our teams to build innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of accountholders.

Culture of Commitment

Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Our culture empowers us to rise to challenges, seek new opportunities, and support one another through change. It's this shared commitment that drives our success. We're proud to foster an environment where inclusion, sustainability, and community impact are more than values, they're how we operate. Visit our Corporate Sustainability site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business - and our society - stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of r ace, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, s ex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, s exual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

Requests for full corporate job descriptions may be requested through the interview process at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Applicants for U.S. based positions with Jack Henry & Associates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE-M/F/Vet/Disability

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

17625

How this job compares

Set against the 11,602 open Program Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$89–130K/yr
  • Kentucky median$105–210K/yr82 salary ranges
  • US median$118–202K/yr9,124 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $109K, is 27% below the Kentucky median midpoint ($150K) — in the lowest quarter of Program Manager salary ranges in Kentucky.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 105 open Program Manager jobs in Kentucky and 11,602 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Kentucky
Experience
This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Program Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years at the median (9,771 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 5,109 of the 11,602 open Program Manager jobs (44%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 31, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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