Chief, Program Development & Strategy

State of careers Rhode Island; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Rhode Island Department of Transportation seeks a Chief, Program Development within the Project/Program Management division. This executive role oversees total planning, development and research for department programs to improve services for Rhode Islanders.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field and substantial experience in program development in human services, with ability to coordinate across agencies and manage grants and complex

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in program development in human services.
• Or, combination of education and experience deemed equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and coordinate department programs across the division and with other agencies.
• Coordinate current and proposed programs with other state departments as needed.
• Develop plans for program expansion, modification or elimination based on needs and funding.
• Draft reports for the director and liaise with local governments and community groups.

Skills

Program planning

Liaison abilities

Program evaluation

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Social sciences background

Job description

The State of Rhode Island Department of Transportation seeks a Chief, Program Development within the Project/Program Management division. This executive role oversees total planning, development and research for department programs to improve services for Rhode Islanders.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field and substantial experience in program development in human services, with ability to coordinate across agencies and manage grants and complex