Programs Manager

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

okgov is seeking a Programs Manager for the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services. The role involves directing or supervising statewide programs and staff to deliver agency services effectively across the state.

Focus areas include policy development, program analysis, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, with responsibilities spanning major units and multiple programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Level II/III program supervision experience desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs or supervises a major agency unit, section, division, or program.
• Reviews program effectiveness and ensures accountability.
• Develops policies and coordinates program activities across a statewide scope.

Job description

Programs Manager

Agency: 805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

Supervisory Organization: Dept Rehabilitation Services-VR - ADM

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date: (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: Monthly/Annual Salary: Monthly Annual

• Level II (Pay Band M) $5,997.523 $71,970.28
• Level III (Pay Band N) $6,556.239 $78,674.87

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving the direction or supervision of programs related to the delivery of agency services on a statewide basis. This includes the supervision of professional level staff in providing a variety of services and assistance to eligible clients, responsibility for a work unit of a division or a single program area, assisting in directing a major multifunctional program or unit, or overall responsibility for major program activities involving the principle operations of the agency. Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving providing direction and guidance for program services or operations and coordinating program functions and activities within an agency division or unit.

Typical Functions

• Manages a major agency unit, section, division or program; directs or supervises staff in the completion of assigned functions and activities.
• Develops and recommends policies, rules and regulations which pertain to the administration of assigned programs consistent with federal and state laws; participates in program analysis, including the analysis of problems and needed services.
• Directs studies of needs; reviews and analyzes information from studies and projects for immediate and long-range program development; advises subordinate program staff and other interested groups of the proper interpretation and application of agency rules and policies.
• Reviews periodic staff reports, administrative audits, program activities and other information to evaluate program effectiveness and quality of service; develops controls to assure accountability for program operation, policy implementation and the maintenance of efficiency in various units.
• Develops and maintains sound personnel policies and practices; participates in the selection of persons for educational scholarships; directs staff training programs.

Level Descriptor

Level II

At this level employees are assigned responsibilities related to direct supervisory responsibility over a professional level staff; responsibility for assessing program staffing needs, conducting local on‑site staff meetings and training to provide information about program policies and procedures, counseling with local officials about needs and problems at the local level, developing and coordinating community, stakeholder, or partner outreach for the program, and initiating corrective actions concerning program procedures and staff management.

Level III

At this level, employees are assigned responsibilities involving the direction and supervision of a work section of a division having responsibility for a single program area administered by the agency. Employees will perform all essential functions related to the position.

Education and Experience

Level II

Education and Experience required at this level consists of a Master’s degree and one year of professional experience; or a bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.

Level III

Education and Experience required at this level consists of a master's degree and two years of professional experience; or a bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Level II

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of agency policies and procedures; of all state and federal legislation related to assigned agency programs; and of supervisory principles and practices.

Ability is required to supervise and evaluate personnel and program performance; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to interpret and apply policy material; and to maintain effective working relationships with others.

Level III

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of agency policy; of state and federal regulations relevant to agency programs; of sound methods of administration; of methods of management and planning; and of supervisory principles and practices.

Ability is required to administer programs an