Program Manager I Jobs

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to the job, one (1) year of which was in a lead, supervisory, project or program management capacity.

Licenses Or Certifications

• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Notes to Applicants

Job Preview

This position is located within the Economic Development Department's Global Business Expansion Division: Workforce Development team. The mission of the Economic Development Department is to promote a competitive, sustainable, and equitable economy for all. The Global Business Expansion Division contributes to this mission by developing and supporting programs that promote business expansion and attraction. The goal of the Workforce Development program vertical is to support departmental and division priorities by working collaboratively to identify and address business and community labor force needs. The Program Manager 1 will assist the team lead in researching and developing a Citywide strategy for workforce development. The Citywide strategy will be designed to complement the goals of the Hire Local plan developed by Workforce Solutions Capital Area. As part of their work, the Program Manager 1 will contribute to the development of program area goals and expectations. The Program Manager 1 will also assist in developing, monitoring, and evaluating vendor performance on workforce development service delivery contracts.

When Completing The City Of Austin Employment Application

The City of Austin employment application is an official document. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.

• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
• A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If You Are Selected As a Top Candidate

• And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

Driving Requirement

This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License.

External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite.

To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Pay Range

30.14 - $37.68

Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (flexibility may be an option)

Periodic evening and weekend meetings required.

Job Close Date 07/21/2023

Type of Posting External

Department Economic Development

Regular/Temporary Regular

Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable

Category Professional

Location 5202 E. Ben White Blvd, suite 400, Austin, TX 78741

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of Federal and State law and legislation pertaining to workforce development
• Skill in navigating organizational, community, and team dynamics.
• Skill in problem solving
• Experience in areas including economic development, community development, and program development/management.

Duties, Functions And Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Determines program goals, objectives and resource requirements. Establishes program standards, methods, policies and procedures Coordinates and collaborates with stakeholders Monitors and evaluate programs effectiveness and implements improvement strategies Manages the budget of assigned program and associated projects and provides financial information Assists in developing, managing and submitting proposed budget forecast information Manages, coordinates, implements and monitors projects associated with assigned program Interacts with internal and external customers Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public and other departments Provides technical advice and assistance to department management, city management, field personnel, contractors, etc.

Responsibilities- Supervision And/or Leadership Exercised

• May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for discharge.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of management principles related to municipal project and program activities.
• Knowledge of principles and practices associated with assigned program area(s).
• Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedure.
• Skill in interpreting, organizing, coordinating, and executing assignments, projects and programs.
• Skill in planning, coordinating, and implementing programs and activities.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation and monitoring.
• Ability to establish and maintaining good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation

EEO/ADA

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date? * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? * Provide a summary of your experience with workforce development or social service programs. Your experience may come from work, school, or from volunteering with an organization that provides these services. What services did these programs deliver? What did you like about these programs? What are some things you would change or implement to improve them?

• No
• No
• This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to the job, one (1) year of which was in a lead, supervisory, project or program management capacity. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications of this position?
• Yes
• Yes
• Yes
• No

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe your experience conducting a research project. In your response, please tell us the research purpose, research question, and the approach you took to find answers. What data or evidence did you collect? How did you validate the information you received? What were some of your research outcomes?

(Open Ended Question)

• How has your professional work advanced competencies in equity, diversity, and social justice, particularly as they relate to centering the experiences of low-income communities and communities of color?

(Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents