Purpose: |
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Under general direction, this position is responsible for the successful development and management of programs in accordance with the strategic direction. |
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Oversees the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and sponsored special events.
- Leads initiatives related to community needs and outreach.
- Ensures the programs and services offered contribute to the organization’s mission and reflect the priorities and approved budget.
- Works with internal and external individuals to identify/plan program themes.
- Monitors the delivery of the programs and events to maintain or improve quality.
- Provides regular program reports.
- Works with director on program-related sponsorships, grants, and contributions.
- Keeps all parties apprised of ongoing program-related budget issues.
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Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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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 Local, State, and Federal resources and categorical programs.
- Knowledge of community resources available and how to use them effectively.
- Knowledge of research techniques.
- Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grants and contracts administration.
- Knowledge of grants and contract administration and principals.
- Skill in determining needs and gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management use.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications, including Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to work well with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, including community leaders, residents, service providers, local officials, and elected representatives.
- Ability to train others.
- Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
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Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to the job.
- Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
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Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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None.
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