Program Administrator - PPT

North Slope Borough; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost health care for employees

Alcohol and drug free workplace

Job summary

The North Slope Borough seeks a Program Administrator to develop, analyze, and coordinate social service programs in Barrow, AK. You will work under the Department to plan, evaluate, and report on outcomes, and support the NSB Health Board.

This role may be grant funded and ends with grant completion; employee notified if funding status changes. Strong data reporting, coordination, and regulatory knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health-related field or Public/Business Administration or comparable fields.
• Two years of experience with North Slope Borough policies and procedures.
• Valid Alaska driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and analyze social service programs.
• Coordinate program planning and data reporting.
• Oversee department operations and staff training.
• Interface with the NSB Health Board and other agencies.

Skills

Communication

Policy interpretation

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's in health-related field

Bachelor's in Public/Business Administration

Tools

PC software

Job description

Program Administrator – PPT in Barrow, AK | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded. Program Administrator – PPT in Barrow, AK | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.This position may be a GRANT FUNDED position and will end with the completion of the grant program. (Employee will be notified if the position will be Grant Funded.) Develops, plans, coordinates, and analyzes existing or projected social service programs or projects in support of goals and objectives of the Department. Work involves research, evaluation, quality assurance, gathering, and reporting of statistical data. Manages the NSB Health Board.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches, reviews, and analyzes federal, state, and local legislation for intent, meaning, and predicted effects related to anticipated or existing programs or projects.
• Responds to requests for information; provides technical information to programs, departments and outside entities as needed.
• Assists in the organization, design, and development of program structure and associated plans based on collected data and research findings; makes recommendations to the Deputy Director and/Director of the Department in order to address anticipated or observed problems.
• Evaluates/monitors new or modified program operations and policy design with regard to feasibility and effectiveness; makes recommendations to the Deputy Director and/or Director of the Department in order to address anticipated or observed problems.
• Monitor new or modified program operations to ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local regulations.
• Explain Department programs and projects to community resources to encourage their participation in the program or project under development and/or modification.
• Develops or assists in the development of comprehensive plans for anticipated or existing programs or projects in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Department.
• Designs and develops operational and administrative procedures and forms necessary for the collection and transmission of information, satisfaction of reporting requirements, and establishment of control systems to evaluate program/policy effectiveness.
• Coordinates and assists in development of training events for staff and management working with new or modified programs, procedures, and policies.
• Manages the NSB Health Board and acts as Board Secretary for the board. (Health Dept. only)
• Responsible for the Criminal Background Check program for the Department. (Health Dept. only)
• Monitors programs in order to ensure that desired changes are affected, objectives are achieved, and program changes are maintained in the immediate and long‑term future. Advises the Deputy Director and/or the Director of the Department of administrate matters and concerns in a timely, accurate, and detailed manner. (not Police Dept.)
• Interview children alleging sexual abuse using forensic interviewing techniques. (Police Dept. only)
• Help locate information and resources as well as connect victims with appropriate criminal justice agencies or social services organizations. (Police Dept. only)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of general administrative principles and practices, and knowledge of procedure and policy development.
• Knowledge of methods and means of collecting and evaluating information and data pertinent to social services and related federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification standards and their application to delivery of services to Behavioral Health consumers.
• Knowledge of North Slope Borough Police Department policies and procedures, rules of evidence, current law enforcement techniques and procedures regarding domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
• Knowledge of Borough, State, and Federal Laws, Regulations and Ordinances regarding domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
• Knowledge of the criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols in the State of Alaska. (Police Dept. only)
• Knowledge of investigative procedures and protocol for observations of critical details to include conducting forensic interviews. (Police Dept. only)
• Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions. (Police Dept. only)
• Knowledge of domestic violence and sexual assault investigative procedures, and professional rules of conduct. (Police Dept. only)
• Skill in analyzing complex law enforcement issues and developing solutions in regard to domestic violence and sexual assault. (Police Dept. only)
• Skill in communicating and interpreting complex ideas, plans, procedures and programs to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex laws, rules, regulations, procedures and programs.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
• Knowledge of PC and common software applications.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

• Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field or Public or Business Administration or comparable fields, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Services or Criminal Justice; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Police Dept. only)
• Two years of experience with North Slope Borough policies and procedures.
• Applicant must pass a criminal history background check conducted by CARCO Check to Hire (Health Dept. only)
• Documentation that the individual is free from active pulmonary tuberculosis;
• Valid Alaska driver’s license that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
• Ability to pass FBI fingerprint background check within 60 days of hire. (Police only)

The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week. Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits. Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.

The North Slope Borough is an Alcohol and Drug free workplace.