Program Manager, Senior
Position Summary
The position is located in Sells, AZ. Under general direction, the incumbent leads the planning, organizing, and supervising of all functions required to develop, implement, and operate an assigned program of a sizeable and complex magnitude. Specific policies, procedures, and guidelines are virtually nonexistent except for executive directives and accepted professional standards.
Responsibilities
Directs and develops the establishment, implementation, and communication of program goals, objectives, and policies in accordance with a strategic plan and applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and regulatory agencies.
Directs and oversees the day-to-day operation of the program.
Implements and coordinates the program's strategic planning components related to the department, including developing, researching, coordinating, and implementing strategies relating to the function of the program and other areas as developed and/or assigned.
Develops and coordinates the development of strategic plans with other programs connected to or impacted by the program as assigned.
Achieves financial objectives by preparing and administering budgets; presenting and recommending budgets for Legislative approval.
Captures and coordinates the development of grant proposals to meet identified priorities.
Serves as initial Project Director for grants as appropriate to ensure timely implementation of awarded grants.
Conducts research, analyzes information; prepares and submits reports as required to improve program services and according to established time frames.
Conducts annual program evaluation and assessment of program components and staff, according to established policies, procedures and regulations.
Makes program services accessible in all areas of the Tohono O'odham Nation (Nation) and to all members of the Nation.
Increases management's effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling and disciplining managers; communicating values, strategies, and objectives; assigning accountabilities; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; developing a climate for offering information and opinions; integrating functional objectives; providing and participating in educational opportunities.
Maintains professional knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies; conferring with representatives of contracting agencies and related organizations.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham culture, customs, and traditions.
Knowledge of the economic, educational, health and social problems of Native Americans.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
Knowledge of budget preparation and grant/proposal writing and administration.
Knowledge of tribal, federal and state accounting, purchasing, auditing and human resources policies and procedures.
Knowledge of effective principles and practices of management and supervision.
Knowledge of statistical compilation and analysis.
Skills in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.
Skills in budget preparation and administration; grant/proposal writing and administration.
Skills in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions and implementing recommendations.
Skills in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
Skills in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs.
Skills in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
Ability to travel long distances throughout the Tohono O'odham Nation.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity to community issues and concerns.
Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
Ability to prepare research reports, position papers, and tribal and grant reports.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise initiative and independent judgment and meet strict timelines.
Ability to facilitate meetings, conferences and training for staff and others.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to interact with and maintain excellent working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Social Services or closely related field and four years senior management experience in program and/or grant administration, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements
Upon recommendation for hire, a criminal background check is required to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
May require possessing and maintaining a valid driver's license, (no DUIs or major traffic citations within the last three years).
If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit to operate program vehicles.
Based on the department's needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.