PROJECT MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION UNIT ADMINISTRATOR

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health & Prescription Drug Benefits

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

457(b) Deferred Compensation plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Paid holidays & generous leave

Résumé du poste

The State of New Hampshire is seeking a Project Management & Innovation Unit Administrator in Concord to lead department-wide strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects. You will direct planning, implementation, and evaluation across complex programs to advance the agency mission.

Key responsibilities include budgeting, grant administration, RFPs, contracts, and performance measurement, with a focus on innovation and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience or an equivalent combo of education and experience.
• Relevant fields: public admin, business admin, planning, project management, operations management.
• License: valid driver's license and access to transportation for statewide travel.
• Background check: criminal and driving record review required.

Responsabilités

• Leads and consults on department-wide strategic initiatives and organizational improvement efforts.
• Directs and coordinates cross-agency project teams and manages resources and budgets.
• Identifies opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, and processes, with policy and tech considerations.
• Develops and administers project budgets, oversees grants, RFPs, contracts, and expenditures.
• Implements organizational change plans, including communications and training.
• Supervises project management staff and collaborates with partners to secure funding.

Connaissances

Project management

Budget management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Negotiation

Formation

Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience

Description du poste

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

PROJECT MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION UNIT ADMINISTRATOR (Job ID: 53790)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE / PROJECT MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION UNIT

29 HAZEN DRIVE, CONCORD NH 03301

Position #41640

Typical Starting Salary: $ 37.22 /hour - $ 51.07 /hour

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Commissioner's Office, Project Management & Innovation Unit, has a full-time vacancy for Project Management & Innovation Unit Administrator.

Provides strategic leadership for the Project Management & Innovation Unit at the Department of Environmental Services. Administers department-wide initiatives by directing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of multiple complex, cross-functional projects that advance organizational priorities, agency mission and ensure operational excellence.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 11 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Relevant areas must be in the fields of public administration, business administration, planning, project management, operations management, or a related field.
• License/Certification: Valid driver's license and access to transportation for statewide travel.
• Other Requirements: Criminal background and driving record review required.
• Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP), LEAN, or equivalent certification preferred. Knowledge of project management, program administration and process evaluation. Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to the programs within assigned area. Knowledge of project management scheduling software such as Microsoft Project. Knowledge of the principles of supervision. Strong negotiating and innovation skills. Ability to provide effective leadership while maintaining good working relationships with assigned staff and stakeholders. Ability to prepare and manage budgets. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to evaluate and analyze program effectiveness and resource management. Ability to speak before public groups and legislative committees. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet schedule deadlines.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads and consults on department-wide strategic initiatives and organizational improvement efforts by directing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of existing and new complex, cross-functional projects. Establishes project scope, objectives, timelines, resource requirements, budgets, and performance measures, and applies project management methodologies to ensure successful implementation and timely completion.
• Directs and coordinates cross-agency and multidisciplinary project teams, including engagement with departmental staff, contractors, consultants, and external partners. Assigns project responsibilities, monitors progress and work quality, resolves implementation issues, and reallocates resources as needed to achieve project objectives.
• Identifies, evaluates, and implements opportunities to improve organizational performance, operational efficiency, business processes, policies, and technology. Analyzes current and proposed state and federal laws, regulations, organizational resources, and information systems to develop recommendations that support innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic decision-making.
• Develops and administers project budgets, oversees grant-funded initiatives, prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and contracts, and monitors project expenditures in accordance with department policies, rules and compliance standards. Evaluates project outcomes against established goals and performance measures and prepares reports and documentation for executive leadership.
• Develops and implements organizational change strategies, including communication plans, policy and procedural changes, training programs, and implementation guidance to support successful adoption of new initiatives.
• Supervises assigned project management and analyst staff by establishing performance goals, supporting project and innovation focused expectations, conducting performance evaluations, approving annual increments, and supporting employee development. Collaborates with federal, state, and local partners and agency subject matter experts to secure grant funding and implement strategic initiatives that enhance the Department's mission and long-term objectives.

For further information please contact Craig Wright, Air Resources Division Director (acting Assistant Commissioner), email address: [e-mail] and phone number: 603-271-1380.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Health & Human Services Building 29 HAZEN DRIVE PO BOX 95 MERRIMACK CONCORD NH 03301 US
• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• *Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• * Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• *State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• *Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• *$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• *Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

See the following resources for more details:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964