Program/Project Mgmt 3 Manages people who lead cross-functional teams that are focused on the delivery of a product or computer-based system from design to release for customers. Manages the activities of the team and is responsible for staffing decisions, training and development, and performance management of the staff.  Develops, defines and executes project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables. Identifies needed resources for projects, defines and assigns major project roles. Monitors the product/program/project from initiation through delivery, interfacing with external customers or field-based employees on technical matters, as needed. Assigns and monitors work of project/program management staff, providing technical support and direction. This position is most common in a matrix type organization, where the position does not have true responsibility over product development but does have overall product/program/project management responsibility, i.e. coordinating efforts leading to product release. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.