Administrative Programs Officer

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

17h • $65,000

About The Position

The Administrative Programs Officer provides essential administrative and programmatic support to the Conservation Programs Division Director. The role calls for leadership, written and oral communication skills, and general knowledge of the goals and responsibilities of the Oklahoma Conservation Commission’s Conservation Programs Division. The position supports program administration, budget monitoring, records and database management, procurement, and division operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional or technical administrative experience in business or public administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying experience for each year of required education.
• Technical administrative experience may include highly complex clerical work gained under the direct supervision of a professional supervisor or manager.
• Must be a legal resident of the United States.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Must be willing to travel, including overnight trips, to meet program needs.
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize needs, develop schedules, exercise initiative, and work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, express ideas clearly and concisely, and create a positive public image.
• Knowledge of proper office practices, processes, and computer software programs.
• Ability to solve problems with minimal oversight and contribute to team success.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Conservation Cost Share Program in cooperation with Oklahoma’s 84 conservation districts.
• Review and approve conservation district cost-share reimbursement claims.
• Develop and maintain the program budget and monitor cost-share program expenditures.
• Maintain the cost-share program database.
• Prepare reports, identify trends, and outline alternatives or recommendations to program guidelines.
• Serve as the division Certified Procurement Officer.
• Establish, update, and maintain division files, inventories, and records, including relational database management systems as required.
• Support division activities by assisting with and resolving problems and inquiries, reviewing and controlling incoming and outgoing correspondence, and following up on operational commitments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level