Associate Manager-Digital Projects

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

The Associate Manager-Digital Projects serves as the primary liaison between Digital Marketing and Operations, TDS project teams, and external vendors. It supports the scoping, planning, scheduling, and coordination of the Digital teams' work on cross-functional projects, including managing Digital Marketing tasks delivered by external vendors. Responsibilities include tracking project progress, managing documentation, facilitating communication, and supporting issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.

The Associate Manager-Digital Projects reviews business cases to assess Digital team impact, communicates resource availability, and serves as the initial Marketing resource on project planning teams. This role coordinates across Marketing to share project updates and engage appropriate resources as needed in a fastpaced environment.

This position can work remotely in any of the 40+ states in which TDS Telecom operates.

Scope, plan, and schedule Digital Marketing teams' work on TDS and external projects.
• Own and manage team JIRA (project management software) boards - ensuring tasks are properly assigned, scoped and completed on time.
• Monitor work-in-progress to ensure work is on track and communicate status up to project teams.
• Participate in requirements gathering for Digital Marketing tasks across projects.
• Work with team leaders to schedule work and communicate priorities.
• Review business cases and consult with Business Owners on Digital Marketing Resources.
  • Work with team leaders to understand what projects may require team resources, what those resources are, and roughly how involved the team will be on each given project.
  • Work with project owners to help scope Digital Marketing needs for their projects.
• Maintain working knowledge on the systems and tools within the scope of the Digital Operations team's responsibility.
• Attend project planning meetings and report back on impacts to Marketing teams.
• Provides weekly reporting and updates on projects back to Marketing, keeping them aware of upcoming work and any changes to scope and priority.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience.
• 4+ years of combined experience working on digital projects.
• 1+ years working with modern project management practice methodologies (i.e., Scrum, Kanban, or Lean).

Other Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with project management tools and systems (e.g., Jira, Clarity, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint).
• Familiarity with telecom services and technology.

• Committed to continual skill development in applicable systems and tools.

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what's listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Join us and experience a work environment where your well-being is a top priority!

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Associates working 30 or more hours per week additionally have access to:

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• TDS Service Discounts
• Education Assistance
• Paid Volunteer Time

In addition to these benefits, all associates will have the opportunity to participate in our Associate Resource Groups, which are designed to encourage community and facilitate professional development. To learn more, click here.

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role-specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.