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Nelnet Business Services is seeking an Implementation Project Manager to oversee the end-to-end implementation projects for higher education clients, focusing on payment platform configurations and integration with ERP systems.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include managing project scope, facilitating meetings, driving project timelines, conducting training, and troubleshooting technical issues while collaborating with internal teams.

Skills: Candidates should possess strong technical skills for system configuration, excellent organizational, communication abilities, and experience managing multiple projects while paying attention to detail.

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with preferred qualifications including CAPM or PMP Certification and 2-4 years of experience in system analysis or software implementation, ideally in SaaS or ERP.

Location: This position is located in Lincoln, United States.

Compensation: $50000 - $55000 / Annually

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You’re part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

The Implementation Project Manager leads end-to-end implementation projects for higher education clients, focusing on configuring payment platforms and integrating with client ERP systems. This role ensures seamless onboarding experience through testing, training, and ongoing support, while also driving process improvements and collaborating across departments. The position is critical to successful client adoption and ongoing satisfaction, working closely with both internal teams and external partners.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and clarify project scope, requirements, and objectives; initiate and manage implementation projects.
• Facilitate project meetings with clear agendas and actionable outcomes; escalate issues as needed.
• Drive project timelines to meet milestones and deliverables within agreed-upon schedules.
• Document communications, action plans, processes, issues, and resolutions thoroughly.
• Conduct interactive workshops to demonstrate system functionality and best practices.
• Configure platform settings based on client requirements; perform functional and integration testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with internal data integration teams.
• Deliver online and in-person training for client staff; prepare user guides and training materials.
• Develop workflows, processes, and procedures for new products or services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues and optimize implementations; advocate for customer priorities

**Pay Range for this role is - $50,000 - $55,000

EDUCATION:  

Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) required; CAPM or PMP Certification preferred. 

EXPERIENCE:  

Required:

• 2–4 years in a system analyst and/or software implementation role

Preferred:

• 3+ years in SaaS implementation, ERP integration, or technical project management
• Project management experience
• Experience with SQL, HTML, XML
• Familiarity with higher education systems and payment processing 

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:  

• Strong technical aptitude for system configuration and troubleshooting
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively while working independently or as a part of a team
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Demonstrated leadership, flexibility, and cooperative attitude 

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone. 

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 orcorporaterecruiting@nelnet.net.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.