Program Management Office Director jobs in Topeka, KS

*For full position details, please view Jobs.KS.gov #208813*

Governor’s Office of Recovery

https://covid.ks.gov/

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Salary up to $50,000.00

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

• First day of employment coverage under the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) for medical and prescription drug coverage and dental plan.
• Additional voluntary options including vision, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.
• SEHP members and their covered family members have access to the HealthQuest Health Center at 9th and Kansas Avenue in Topeka for in person and virtual health care services.
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/benefits

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Office of Recovery State Agency Program Coordinator

The Office of Recovery State Agency Program Coordinator is responsible for the management and implementation of programs funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. This position will work closely with stakeholders, including agency leadership, Governor’s Office, legislators, and other community partners to develop, implement, manage, and closeout COVID relief and response programs. Tasks include monitoring and assessing grant planning, implementation, and compliance for both financial accountability and programmatic outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain regular communication with agency contacts to ensure timely completion of federal and state program application, implementation, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as technical assistance resource to state agencies receiving federal funding.
• Assist in the development and production of webinar and other training/informational materials for agencies and other stakeholders.
• Research and monitor federal and state legislative and regulatory developments regarding Federal COVID relief programs.
• Proactively manage changes to program scope and implementation.
• Assist in the development, implementation, revision, and evaluation of office policy and procedure.
• Represent the Office of Recovery at agency, state or local meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in order to meet the objective of the Office of Recovery.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year experience in planning, organizing, and directing the work of a department, program, or agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in state government operations and federal grant administration.
• Ability to comprehend state and federal regulation, legislation, and policy.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with MS Word and MS Excel
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting
• Willingness to take on administrative tasks as needed

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Kim Warren
• Email: dofapersonnel@ks.gov
• Phone: 785-296-4770
• Mailing Address: Department of Administration Personnel Office, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/veterans-preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person