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Airport Program Administrator - Construction Project Manager

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Airport Program Administrator - Construction Project Manager position. This position will be responsible for multiple assigned projects throughout the construction phase and is ultimately responsible for the performance of the entire project team and the success or failure of the projects. This position provides project oversight, technical assistance, and review and evaluation of construction schedules and cost estimates. Responsibilities also include administering agreements for construction and professional services in support of assigned projects and directing the work of relevant vendors. Further, this role administers all aspects of assigned construction projects, ensures compliance with contract documents, adheres to federal, state, and local requirements, and abides by departmental mission, funding source regulations, and other requirements and guidelines. Individuals in this position are responsible for ensuring the project is delivered on time, on budget, and within the approved scope of work. During the design phase of projects, this position will assist in constructability review, phasing, and work sequencing. Throughout the bidding process of projects, this position will assist in answering questions posed by contractors. This role will also be instrumental in assisting the Airport Senior Program Administrator of Construction with process improvement and standardization methods within the Construction and Design division.

This recruitment is limited to the first 250 applications received and will close without notice once that number is reached. The closing date for this recruitment has been changed and is now reflected in the job announcement. This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Employee Services. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility List to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Employee Services. This classification is designated exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and is therefore, not eligible for overtime. Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration or a field related to the programmatic area to which assigned and four (4) years of full-time related professional level experience. An advanced degree in an appropriate field is preferred. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: Attend meetings outside of normal working hours. Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Positions assigned to the Airside division must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six (6) months of hire/transfer, be recertified every year and must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment. Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions. Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted and maintain a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc. Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten (10) year employment and five (5) year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.

Physical Demands

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and be capable of traveling to various locations throughout the County in order to visit work sites or attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Examples of Duties

Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of professional, technical and/or support staff. Recommends selection of staff; trains staff in work procedures; administers discipline as required. Plans goals, objectives, policies and work standards for the program(s); provides input into the program's budget. Develops and modifies techniques and formats to evaluate pilot or current program effectiveness and to determine the need for program modification and/or new program development. Researches and develops program alternatives; ensures that the programs are meeting the departmental mission; locates funding sources, service deliverers and other resources; designs and implements program procedures and manuals. Contributes to the overall quality of the program's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures. Monitors assigned program or programs; ensures compliance with departmental mission, funding sources regulations and other guidelines. Acts as the program, Department of Aviation, and County representative with other departments, community organizations and public and private service providers, general public, funding sources, community and business organizations; answers questions, resolves problems and provides information and technical assistance as required. Makes presentations to a variety of community groups; promotes the programs through developing contacts with various organizations and through media announcements. Monitors changes in legislation and FAA regulations that may affect program operations or service delivery; evaluates their effect upon program activities and recommends appropriate policy and procedure modifications. Maintains or directs the maintenance of accurate records and files. Prepares a variety of correspondence, reports, policies, procedures, program documentation and other written materials. May provide staff support and guidance to a policy board or committee. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; may drive a motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit various work sites.

Benefits

Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Alternative Work Schedules
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes
• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following 15 days of employment
  • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
• Retiree insurance eligible after 5 years of service
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance Employer Paid
• AD&D Employer Paid
• Long Term Disability Employer Paid
• Generous Leave Accruals that include:
  • 13 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday, and an additional Floating Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
• Other leave options
  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave Up to 90 days
• Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions.
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
  • Guardian Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC Flexible Spending Account FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
• Community