Program Specialist

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Leave and holiday time

Health insurance

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a Program Specialist for the Domestic Violence and Shelter Services/Victim of Crime Act Unit, located in Cole County, Jefferson City. You will research, review, and analyze federal and state legislation for its intent and impact, and assist in planning for program development.

You will develop and design new policy and procedures, modify existing ones, and interpret policy to field staff. The role may involve group work or independent tasks under supervision.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of professional/technical experience with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System in the Missouri Department of Social Services.
• Bachelor’s degree plus four+ years of professional social services experience, or related.
• Graduate credits may substitute for one year of experience; Master’s may substitute for two years.
• Lack of post-secondary education will not be sole basis to deny consideration.

Responsibilities

• Research, review, and analyze federal and state legislation for intent, meaning, and effects.
• Assist in planning for program development and design new policy and procedures.
• Review and analyze existing procedures, data systems, and impact evaluations.
• Interpret policy to field staff and others; work in groups or independently as needed.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or GED

Master’s degree in social/behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

The Family Support Division, Office of Workforce and Community Initiatives is seeking applications for a Program Specialist within the Domestic Violence and Shelter Services/Victim of Crime Act Unit. This position will be located in Cole County at 3705 MO Blvd 2nd Floor, Jefferson City, MO.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: research, review, and analyze federal and state legislation for its intent, meaning, and effects; assist in planning for program development; develop and design new program policy and procedures and modify existing program policy and procedures; review and analysis of existing program and procedures, including the data systems and impact evaluations; interpret policy to field staff and others as required. Individual may work as a group with other units, divisions, departments and/or organizations or work independently depending on the scope of the work assignment.

General Summary:

This is a professional position accountable for managing the processes and activities of an agency program or operation or providing support to senior management in a specialized area. Applies professional and technical knowledge to undertake analysis and interpretation of information and data. Participates as a contributing team member, presenting recommendations and building on others’ ideas. Performs assignments under the general guidance and advice from more experienced colleagues or supervisor. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: In addition to those identified in the previous level: Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to the assigned program or operation. Skill in the analysis and interpretation of information and data, and presentation of recommendations.

Two or more years of experience in a professional or technical job classification with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System in the Missouri Department of Social Services; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

OR A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and Four or more years of professional or technical experience providing social services; or conducting investigations or audits of social service providers, recipients, and/or applicants.

(24 earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral sciences, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the stated experience.)

(A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social or behavioral sciences, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field may substitute for two years of the stated experience.)

(Additional qualifying experience may substitute year-for-year for deficiencies in the required education .)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Recruitment Area:

Accepting applications from all qualified applicants.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes

• defined pension plan
• generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• eligibility for health insurance coverage

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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