SECO - Program Manager - Team Lead (Program Management Spec I)
Austin, Texas
Employer: CAPPS
Industry: Business and Financial Operations
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Description
Applications must be filed at
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00045743
If you have previously applied, there is no need to reapply. You application is still being considered for this position.
Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller's Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller's office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas' chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.
Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptroller's office
About the State Energy Conservation Office
Working in the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) is not your typical government job. If you want to work in a small office where you are involved in managing projects from cradle to grave and you help represent our state's interests at national meetings, this is the ideal position for you.
While we have many programs at SECO that help public entities in Texas reduce utility costs and maximize efficiency, this opportunity focuses on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) nuclear weapons complex and environmental cleanup, by leading cooperative efforts with DOE, state and local governments to ensure their activities in our state do not adversely impact public health, safety, and the environment. In addition, travel to regional and national meetings with other states and tribes who host DOE facilities provides a network of organizations to work with and learn from. These groups partner with DOE to tackle challenging issues such as environmental cleanup across the nuclear weapons complex, as well as future nuclear reactor designs to provide clean energy across the nation and the world.
Since this position is unique, we are looking for someone with: (1) great attention to detail; (2) excellent communications skills to work with various peoples across a myriad of disciplines; and (3) a positive attitude to work through challenges and find solutions. SECO is a harmonious team, so we want to hire someone who values a collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Preferred Education:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, energy management, sustainable energy, or related field.
Experience:
• Experience leading the development and implementation of complex projects.
• Five (5) years of life-cycle contract management experience,
• Experience as a project lead, team lead, supervisor, or manager.
Preferred Experience:
• Hands-on experience in the development and implementation of rebate programs.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on experience managing energy efficiency contracts.
• Experience providing technical assistance to state agencies, local governments, public schools, and higher education institutions.
• Experience in Davis-Bacon payroll reporting and/or verification.
• Experience in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reporting requirements.
• Experience in National Historic Preservation Act reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and writing skills as this position will be coordinating with contract managers and vendors.
• Experience using specialized software to include an in-house designed grants management system such as NetSuite and Salesforce.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
• Experience leading, supervising and collaborating with staff.
Licenses and Certifications
• Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or must obtain the Certified Texas Contract Manager certification within 12 months.
In this role you will:
• Oversees and leads the implementation and ongoing management of complex SECO programs.
• Provides leadership, direction, and oversight for the development, execution, and coordination of all priorities, projects, and initiatives within assigned program/s.
• Coordinates with Director to prepare the annual application and budget for each program, defining the milestones, deliverables, and associated budgets for submittal to the U.S. Department of Energy.
• Ensures timely staff contract preparation and execution with state and local governments to perform the activities prescribed in each of the programs.
• Executes contracts and amendments with state and local governments to perform the activities prescribed in each of the programs.
• Oversees and performs program and contract management, including preparation of the scope of work and budget for each contract, monitoring the progress of each contractor and their activities, and providing adjustments as needed to assure the contractor and the program's success.
• Assists in preparation of reports to state and federal authorities as required by law and the existing agreements.
• Oversees and prepares monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares and ensures all quarterly and final reporting for state and federal financial and performance reports are completed in a timely fashion.
• Manages the development of Requests for Applications (RFA) and Requests for Proposals (RFP). Assists in the evaluation process.
• Analyzes and monitors the performance of the assigned program(s).
• Maintains networks with vendors, various local governments, public schools, stakeholder groups and associations. Keeps abreast of external trends and events affecting SECO programs.
• Works with public and private agencies, local governments, and public schools involved in the program to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness.
• Conducts and oversees compliance audits and outreach activities.
• Develops program evaluation policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with program objectives and goals.
• Performs related work as assigned.
Summary of Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations must be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the incumbent to primarily perform sedentary office work; however mobility (standing and walking (is routinely required to carry out some duties. It requires extensive computer, telephone and client customer contact. It requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel and reach as need for filing or similar routine office duties. This job also requires normal cognitive ability, require the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to details despite interruption. Marginal or corrective visual or audio requirements are required for reading printed materials, computer screens, and communicating with internal and external customers. May involve up to 25 pounds of office equipment/material on a limited basis.
Employees are required to use their personal mobile phones as a part of 2 factor/multi factor authentication for accessing CPA systems securely. You will also receive critical/emergency calls/texts on your cell phone to ensure immediate communication.
Maximize Your Earnings!
At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering
If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Important Note to the Candidate:
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
MILITARY PREFERENCE
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office,
Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas:
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
The Comptroller's Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller's office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
Applications must be filed at
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00045743
If you have previously applied, there is no need to reapply. You application is still being considered for this position.
Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller's Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller's office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas' chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.
Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Click here to see an inside look at the Texas Comptroller's office
About the State Energy Conservation Office
Working in the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) is not your typical government job. If you want to work in a small office where you are involved in managing projects from cradle to grave and you help represent our state's interests at national meetings, this is the ideal position for you.
While we have many programs at SECO that help public entities in Texas reduce utility costs and maximize efficiency, this opportunity focuses on the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) nuclear weapons complex and environmental cleanup, by leading cooperative efforts with DOE, state and local governments to ensure their activities in our state do not adversely impact public health, safety, and the environment. In addition, travel to regional and national meetings with other states and tribes who host DOE facilities provides a network of organizations to work with and learn from. These groups partner with DOE to tackle challenging issues such as environmental cleanup across the nuclear weapons complex, as well as future nuclear reactor designs to provide clean energy across the nation and the world.
Since this position is unique, we are looking for someone with: (1) great attention to detail; (2) excellent communications skills to work with various peoples across a myriad of disciplines; and (3) a positive attitude to work through challenges and find solutions. SECO is a harmonious team, so we want to hire someone who values a collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Preferred Education:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, energy management, sustainable energy, or related field.
Experience:
• Experience leading the development and implementation of complex projects.
• Five (5) years of life-cycle contract management experience,
• Experience as a project lead, team lead, supervisor, or manager.
Preferred Experience:
• Hands-on experience in the development and implementation of rebate programs.
• Detail-oriented and hands-on experience managing energy efficiency contracts.
• Experience providing technical assistance to state agencies, local governments, public schools, and higher education institutions.
• Experience in Davis-Bacon payroll reporting and/or verification.
• Experience in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reporting requirements.
• Experience in National Historic Preservation Act reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication and writing skills as this position will be coordinating with contract managers and vendors.
• Experience using specialized software to include an in-house designed grants management system such as NetSuite and Salesforce.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Excel and Word.
• Experience leading, supervising and collaborating with staff.
Licenses and Certifications
• Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) or must obtain the Certified Texas Contract Manager certification within 12 months.
In this role you will:
• Oversees and leads the implementation and ongoing management of complex SECO programs.
• Provides leadership, direction, and oversight for the development, execution, and coordination of all priorities, projects, and initiatives within assigned program/s.
• Coordinates with Director to prepare the annual application and budget for each program, defining the milestones, deliverables, and associated budgets for submittal to the U.S. Department of Energy.
• Ensures timely staff contract preparation and execution with state and local governments to perform the activities prescribed in each of the programs.
• Executes contracts and amendments with state and local governments to perform the activities prescribed in each of the programs.
• Oversees and performs program and contract management, including preparation of the scope of work and budget for each contract, monitoring the progress of each contractor and their activities, and providing adjustments as needed to assure the contractor and the program's success.
• Assists in preparation of reports to state and federal authorities as required by law and the existing agreements.
• Oversees and prepares monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares and ensures all quarterly and final reporting for state and federal financial and performance reports are completed in a timely fashion.
• Manages the development of Requests for Applications (RFA) and Requests for Proposals (RFP). Assists in the evaluation process.
• Analyzes and monitors the performance of the assigned program(s).
• Maintains networks with vendors, various local governments, public schools, stakeholder groups and associations. Keeps abreast of external trends and events affecting SECO programs.
• Works with public and private agencies, local governments, and public schools involved in the program to resolve problems, identify training needs, and discuss program effectiveness.
• Conducts and oversees compliance audits and outreach activities.
• Develops program evaluation policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with program objectives and goals.
• Performs related work as assigned.
Summary of Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations must be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the incumbent to primarily perform sedentary office work; however mobility (standing and walking (is routinely required to carry out some duties. It requires extensive computer, telephone and client customer contact. It requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel and reach as need for filing or similar routine office duties. This job also requires normal cognitive ability, require the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to details despite interruption. Marginal or corrective visual or audio requirements are required for reading printed materials, computer screens, and communicating with internal and external customers. May involve up to 25 pounds of office equipment/material on a limited basis.
Employees are required to use their personal mobile phones as a part of 2 factor/multi factor authentication for accessing CPA systems securely. You will also receive critical/emergency calls/texts on your cell phone to ensure immediate communication.
Maximize Your Earnings!
At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering
If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Important Note to the Candidate:
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
MILITARY PREFERENCE
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click on the occupational category for the position.
Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office,
Military Crosswalk Guide.
The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas:
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
The Comptroller's Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller's office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.
Created: 2024-10-09
Reference: 00045743
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Austin
ZIP: 78749
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