5/19 DHS Program Manager R145 22097787H

This position closes on May 19th.

CLASS SUMMARY
The Department of Human Services Program Coordinator works under
administrative direction and is responsible for developing and coordinating a
statewide program.  This position is governed by state and federal laws and
agency policy.

EXAMPLES OF WORK
1.  Establishes short and long-range goals, plans, and activities, develops or
  participates in the development of operating policies and procedures and
  staffing and program needs, defines monitoring methods, monitors program
  or service delivery effectiveness and compliance, identifies problem
  areas, and initiates corrective action.

2.  Supervises a professional and administrative support staff by interviewing
  and recommending for hire, training employees or arranging training
  opportunities, assigning and reviewing work and special projects,
  evaluating the performance of incumbents, and conducting staff meetings to
  address problems and obtain status reports.

3.  Provides technical assistance to internal and external personnel by
  disseminating and interpreting laws, policies, and procedures. 
  Coordinates personnel and activities to identify program needs, problems,
  and progress, and implement revisions or corrections.  Develops and
  presents workshops and training and serves as a liaison between field,
  central office, and/or contracted provider staff.

4.  Monitors and approves program expenditures, prepares budget requests for
  program operations, and develops and monitors provider contracts.

5.  Performs administrative duties by reviewing and analyzing statistical
  data, compiling information and preparing reports and correspondence, and
  researching and recommending legislation, trends, and program options.

6.  Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The Department of Human Services Program Coordinator has regular contact with
departmental, state and federal agency personnel, contracted provider
personnel, and program participants.  Occasional contact with community
representatives and the general public is required.
SPECIAL JOB DIMENSIONS
Occasional in-state travel may be required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing specialized 
  program area.
Knowledge of human service programs and resources. 
Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management and state 
  budgetary procedures.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
Ability to develop, evaluate, and analyze programs, services, policies, and 
procedures and implement needed changes.
Ability to interpret and apply state and federal laws and regulations 
  governing program area.
Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and 
  reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public
administration, business management, or a related field; plus three years'
experience in social service program organization, development, and
administration.

Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or
part of these basic requirements upon approval of the Qualifications Review
Committee.