Job Summary

Business Services Financial Operations Program Manager II positions manage a significant program(s) and associated staff that directly impact departments and policies countywide. Incumbents are expected to handle considerable complexity in program budget process and management, and high visibility or impact on significant operations within the County. Incumbents forecast, plan, develop and implement strategies and programs to accomplish goals, priorities and objectives including: managing department resources; developing, interpreting, monitoring, adjusting and implementing policies and procedures; and managing daily operations.

Business Services Financial Operations Program Manager II positions provide management services over a division/section/unit or serve as a management team leader, providing supervision and direction. Incumbents represent the department at various events such as: meetings, hearings, training, and bid openings; ensures that department goals, views and positions are served; responds to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints and resolves operational and policy issues.

Incumbent establish precedent for work of the program and at this level care is exercised in evaluating political and policy ramifications in terms of the unit, department, County and program(s). Specific duties vary based on department of assignment and range of responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

Business Services Financial Operations Program Manager II positions typically require a job related Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree; and/or a combination of experience and specialized training which includes a minimum of five (5) years experience within the assigned area.

Knowledge of:  The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations;  project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; methods and procedures of budget development and justification; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues; local and state lawmaking processes; research methods and techniques; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.

Ability to: Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components; assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; delegate  responsibility and authority to carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; write clear and concise reports, memoranda, and letters; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations; utilize various PC applications at an advanced level; interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff. 

Other Special Requirements: Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

 

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

 

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

 

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

 

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

 

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps