Program Manager II

City of Austin

16d • $75,950 - $95,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited direction, responsible for developing, implementing and managing moderately complex program(s) that integrates multiple elements or projects to achieve a defined objective. This generalist role combines program development, project coordination, budgeting, research, and communication. You will work with City staff, partner agencies, and community organizations to translate safety priorities into achievable plans, coordinate implementation, and evaluate results. Assignments may include coordinating safety improvements on high-injury roadways, facilitating the Fatality Review Board, developing grant proposals and managing funded initiatives, and supporting research and program evaluation. Priorities will evolve with the team’s needs and your skillset, offering opportunities to learn and contribute across the Vision Zero portfolio. The City of Austin's Vision Zero team seeks a versatile Program Manager to advance programs that reduce traffic deaths and serious injuries. We welcome applicants from a range of professional backgrounds who bring strong organizational skills, curiosity, sound judgment, and the ability to move work forward with others.

Requirements

• 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 practice, policy, and procedure.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• 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 and the public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.
• Graduation with Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of experience in a field related to the job, including two (2) years of which were in a supervisory, project, or program management capacity.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advancing programs, projects, or policies that serve community needs. Relevant backgrounds may include transportation, public health, data science, communications, or other fields.
• Ability to bring together people with different responsibilities and perspectives to establish priorities, solve problems, and deliver results.
• Ability to communicate clearly with varied audiences through writing, presentations, and meeting facilitation.
• Experience organizing complex work, balancing competing priorities, and managing project timelines, budgets, or resources.
• Ability to use data, research, and stakeholder input to understand problems, assess outcomes, and recommend improvements.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and collaborative leadership, including developing practical solutions when the path forward is unclear.
• People who ask thoughtful questions, build productive relationships, navigate unfamiliar challenges, and follow through.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements full-scale programs that may have multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Determines program goals, objectives, and resource requirements.
• Establishes program standards, methods, policies, and procedures.
• 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 provides financial information.
• Assists in the development, management, and submittal of proposed budget forecast planning.
• 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 Board and Commissions, City Council Committees, City Council, and other related agencies.
• May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for discharge.

Benefits

• low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities
• Generous leave
• Work-life balance programs
• Extensive benefits
• City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
• Wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers
• Mental health support
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

What This Job Offers

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