Program Manager III

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Job Description : Program Manager III

Purpose :

Under limited direction this position is responsible for developing implementing and managing complex program(s) that integrates multiple elements or projects to achieve a defined objective.

Duties Functions and Responsibilities :

Essential duties and functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Develops and implements full-scale complex or multiple programs that may have both internal and external stakeholders.

Determines program goals objectives and resource requirements.

Establishes program standards methods policies and procedures.

Develops manages and submits proposed budget and forecast planning.

Coordinates and collaborates with multiple stakeholders involved in or affected by programs.

Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and implements improvement strategies.

Develops manages and monitors the program budget and associated projects and provide financial information.

Manages coordinates implements and monitors projects associated with assigned programs.

Interacts with internal and external customers.

Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public and other departments.

Attends meetings and conducts presentations to Boards and Commissions City Council Committees City Council and other related agencies.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and / or Leadership Exercised :

May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection training evaluation counseling and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Must possess required knowledge skills abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of program management.

Knowledge of principles and practices associated with assigned program area(s).

Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation and monitoring.

Knowledge of management principles related to municipal project and program activities.

Knowledge of City practices policies and procedures.

Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

Skill in strategic planning and budgeting.

Skill in oral and written communications.

Skill in planning coordinating and implementing programs and activities.

Skill in interpreting organizing coordinating and executing assignments projects and programs.

Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

Skill in using computers and related software applications.

Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.

Ability to establish and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees City management political offices and the public.

Ability to exercise good judgment tact and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

Graduation with Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus five (5) years of experience in a field related to the job including two (2) years of experience which were in a supervisory project or program management capacity.

Licenses and Certifications Required :

Valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in management overseeing and leading teams in public safety higher education or a similar field.

Experience teaching evaluating courses and developing curricula and academic programs of higher learning.

Experience collaborating with internal and external public safety stakeholders to develop and sustain positive policecommunity relationships and engagement.

Experience in process development refinement and documentation to ensure efficient and consistent implementation of training and curriculum initiatives.

Experience conducting independent research develop data-driven recommendations and present findings related to leadership with professionalism and objectivity.

Notes to Candidate :

Location : 4800 Shaw Lane Austin TX 78744

Hours : 8 : 00 am - 4 : 00 pm

Salary Range : $38.70 - $49.13

The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking a Program Manager III to lead the Police Academy s Curriculum and Instructor Development and eLearning (Distance Learning) teams. This leadership role provides strategic direction to Academy staff and executive leadership on implementing professional recommendations managing and tracking curriculum initiatives and guiding the revision efforts of the Academy s Professional Advisory Committee. The Program Manager III oversees the review and development of all training curricula to ensure compliance with Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) standards and alignment with the Department s mission and instructional goals. The position also serves as the primary reviewer of all Academy responses related to curriculum development and training ensuring quality consistency and adherence to professional standards. Additional responsibilities include coordinating curriculum for cadet in-service leadership response to resistance firearms and specialized classroom training programs.

City of Austin Application :

A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles job duties performed full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed any supervisory or lead responsibilities and any equipment or computer software used.

CBI :

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintainCJISeligibility. Due toCJISrequirements related to system access the following will result in being disqualified for this position : Felony Convictions Felony Deferred Adjudication Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication Class B Misdemeanor Convictions an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor) and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.

Secondary Employment :

All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employees duty and responsibility to the Department.

APDmust review all secondary employment.

Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired withAPD as well as currentAPDemployees considering Secondary employment.

Benefits :

Working with the Austin Police Department provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as medical paid leave time retirement plan training opportunities and more. Please click here to find more information.

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Travel :

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Important Note to Applicants :

Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply but the posting will close at 11 : 59 PM the day before the date listed . All application steps including attachments and submission must be fully completed before that time.

We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed it will no longer be viewable in the system.

EEO / AA statement :

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

EEO Statement for City of Austin :

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

EEO Statement for City of Austin :

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 38 - 49