PROGRAM MANAGER-CONSENT ORDER AND GRANTS MANAGEMENT - Military veterans preferred

Salary: $89,318.32 - $138,454.78 AnnuallyLocation : Fort Lauderdale, FLJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: FP026-05-U1023Department: Public WorksDivision: 06BI Utilities EngineerOpening Date: 06/06/2024POSITION SUMMARY The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers. Leads, oversees, manages, plans, coordinates activities of major programs involving contract administration. Responsibilities include preparations of proposals, plans and specifications; participation in the negotiation of contracts; monitoring contracts for compliance, including benchmarks for quality assurance and performance measures; and ensuring that goals or objectives of programs are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. The Program Manager will ensure adherence to master plans and schedules; develop solutions to program problems; initiate new and innovative programs to improve service to internal and external customers; and direct the work of personnel assigned to programs for various departments. Experience with program management methods and knowledge of federal and state permitting requirements as it relates to the compliance of a consent order involving water/wastewater treatment plants.(e.g. Florida Department of Environmental Protection) will be beneficial to this position. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Manages the work of assigned personnel; develops detailed work plans, delegates and reviews work assignments; hires, trains, and evaluates employeesProvides direct leadership for multiple projects; develops objectives and goals; analyzes and reports on metricsPrepares and manages contractual service agreements with private companies, including the development of technical specifications for the delivery of services; inter-local and service agreements; grants, engineering and construction contractsServes as the team leader in working with City staff to develop program initiatives; assesses cost effectiveness, technical feasibility, and implementation methodsIdentifies problems or factors inhibiting the effective accomplishment of departmental or city-wide goals and objectives; determines requirements and scope of necessary study in light of objectives and problems to be solved; collects data; analyzes data; develops alternatives and makes specific recommendations for resolutionPrepares and administers budget for assigned programs or division; prioritizes and approves expensesDevelops, administers, and monitors contracts with providers; conducts regular meetings with providers to evaluate performance and verify level of service to the City and to ensure compliance with contract provisions, budget targets, and specifications; recommends awards for the area of assignment; completes annual performance review of vendorsCoordinates and oversees completion of financial studies, forecasts and trend analysis, legislative and benchmark research, and fiscal impact analysisPrepares productivity and informational reports, City Commission and Purchasing memorandums, and general correspondence with the public as applicableDevelops Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Invitations to Bid (ITB) for multiple services and productsCoordinates with Procurement Services, Risk Management, and the City Attorney's Office on the drafting of contractsSupports strategic planning for the Program and DepartmentOperates as a subject matter expert throughout the City to resolve issues or provide support as neededMay serve as a City liaison to an advisory board of the City CommissionPerforms other related work as required JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Bachelor's degree in public administration, environmental management, engineering or other closely related field.Seven (7) to nine (9) years in the development, implementation and administration of programs, policies and operations performing contract preparation and administration, preparation of specifications, including at least three (3) years of supervisory experience. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.Preferences: Depending on the program type, may include certification in the required field of responsibility; Project Management Professional CertificationSpecial Requirements: Essential Employeesmay be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work EnvironmentFrequency Working in Designated EnvironmentOffice or similar indoor environmentFrequently or OftenOutdoor environmentSometimesStreet environment (near moving traffic)Seldom or NeverConstruction siteSeldom or NeverConfined SpaceSeldom or NeverIn the community (homes, businesses, etc.)Seldom or NeverLabSeldom or NeverWarehouse environmentSeldom or NeverHOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Depending on the number of applications and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening, prior to appointment.An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204)).The City of Fort Lauderdale is AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Fort Lauderdale is committed to providing a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment consistent with the standards of the community in which it serves. Alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of City's employees and to the security of the City's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, the City is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity.The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Fort Lauderdale will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.Click for an overview of employment information including our benefits package and click for additional Federation of Public Employees management benefits.01 This application supplement is an integral part of the application process and must be completed together with the formal application in order for you to be considered as an applicant. Answer each question as thoroughly as possible, with information and examples that are relevant to your personal knowledge and hands-on experience, as your responses will be rated by how they relate to the position to be filled. Please answer each question in this application supplement directly and DO NOT make references such as "See Resume." Failure to complete the answers in this supplement may result in a lower rating. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. If a supplemental question is not applicable, or you do not have an answer, please indicate "N/A" as your response. Please indicate that you have read and understand the above instructions by typing your name below. 02 Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in public administration, environmental management, engineering, or other closely-related field? Yes No 03 lf you answered "yes" to Question #2, please list your degree obtained. 04 Describe your project and/or program management experience as it relates to the types of projects listed below. Include name of employer, length of experience, your specific job duties, project details, and job title of employees supervised. Note that "project management experience" refers to managing a consultant's or contractor's contract to complete a project.-not acting as designer of record or a resident project representative.a) Utility Infrastructure Projects (Water and Sewer);b) Utility Treatment Facilities Projects (Water or Sewer Treatment Plants);c) Roadway or Sidewalk infrastructure projects; d) Grant application and/or compliance management 05 Describe your knowledge of or experience with government/regulatory mandated programs such as FDEP Consent Orders. Required Question