Project Program Manager Jobs in Wenatchee, WA

POSITION OVERVIEW
Our projects with Tribal partners rarely follow a fixed start date, end date, or scope — priorities shift as community needs and circumstances evolve, and we need a Sr. Project Manager who treats that as the normal nature of the work, not an obstacle to it. This role is about standing up projects from the ground up, staying proactive when direction changes, and building the kind of trust with Tribal partners that lets the work move forward even when the path isn't linear. Within that, the Sr. Project Manager is still accountable for delivering on budget and against an evolving scope.

This position extends beyond traditional task tracking — it requires direct ownership of key action items, effective facilitation of internal and customer-facing meetings, and active support for the engineering team, and the Director of Tribal Programs. Additionally, the project manager is responsible for directly contributing to monthly customer billing targets.

In addition, the Sr. Project Manager serves as the primary relationship manager for Tribal accounts, fostering trust and ensuring that projects address both technical requirements and community priorities. Success in this role demands a collaborative approach: the Sr. Project Manager is expected to contribute meaningfully to project execution, working alongside the team rather than solely delegating or reporting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and contributing directly to deliverables
• Original project plan development: demonstrated ability to build a complete project plan from scratch — translating scope of work, subject-matter knowledge, and team input into a structured plan, without relying on an existing template or precedent
• Comfort operating without a fixed start date, end date, or locked scope — demonstrated ability to stay proactive and keep projects moving forward as direction changes
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated success building and maintaining strong customer relationships, with high emotional intelligence and cultural awareness that fosters trust in diverse communities
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor communication to diverse audiences including technical teams and senior leadership

• Strong command of MS Project, Smartsheet, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, with experience presenting to stakeholders and leadership.
• Strong business analysis capabilities to identify risks and roadblocks before they impact project success

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Telecommunications industry experience
• Experience working with Tribal governments, community-based organizations, or public sector partners
• PMP Certification

APPLICATION INFORMATION

We review applications on a rolling basis and will keep this posting open until we find the right candidate.

Required Application Documents

Submit the following:

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter addressing:
• • Describe a project where you built the project plan completely from scratch, with no existing template to follow.
  • What tools did you use to build and track it?
  • Any experience building relationships with Tribal governments, public sector agencies, or community-based organizations

Three professional references will be requested after the final interview.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires a comprehensive background check, which may include criminal history and driving record review. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and will include verification of professional certifications and education.

ABOUT US

Native Network, Inc. helps Native American Tribes connect with communications technology, so they are empowered to reduce costs, generate revenue, create jobs, and ultimately diversify their economies. Native Network provides professional services and wholesale telecommunications services to enable customers with the tools to connect & realize the benefits of the 21st century digital economy.

OUR CORE VALUES

As members of Native Network, Inc.'s organization, we shall strive to exceed our customers', employees', shareholders', and communities' expectations by conducting our business with the following values as our guide. We:

• Are customer focused and quality driven
• Have a sense of urgency
• Deliver on what we promise
• Are honest and respectful
• Work as a team
• Have a passion for excellence
• Go above and beyond to deliver for our customers

EEO/AA STATEMENT

Native Network, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits and termination.