Program Manager

State of Nebraska • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Program Manager oversees a team responsible for distributing grant funding through economic recovery grant programs. Under the administrative direction of the Division Administrator, the role coordinates the administration and supervision of state and federal grant programs and performs related work as required. The position manages assigned programs and awards, supports staff performance, and helps ensure consistent application of program and administrative policies, procedures, and standards. The role requires travel and regular, reliable attendance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, public administration, community or regional planning, marketing, or a related field, plus three years of related experience; related experience may substitute for education year for year.
• Knowledge of federal and state loan and grant programs, finance principles and practices, agency organization and operations, state government structures and administrative processes, applicable federal and state laws and regulations, and supervision and regulatory compliance principles and techniques.
• Ability to apply fiscal-management principles; manage funds and provide financial recommendations; communicate facts and opinions orally and in writing; analyze data and draw conclusions; prepare administrative evaluation reports and recommendations; collaborate cross-functionally; direct, guide, and evaluate others’ work; establish short-term goals; coordinate program operations; and assess staff progress and adherence to standards.
• Skill in federal or state grant management, financial review, attention to detail, and time management.
• Must be able to provide a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation because the position requires travel.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous federal or state post-award grant-management experience.
• Experience using AmpliFund/Euna grants.
• Experience managing a portfolio of large-scale, concurrent projects from inception to delivery.
• A degree in economics, accounting, or business with an emphasis in accounting or auditing.

Responsibilities

• Train consultants in grant-management policies and procedures to maintain or improve performance and job knowledge.
• Plan, assign, and direct consultants’ work to accomplish team goals and ensure consistent application of administrative and program policies, procedures, and standards.
• Analyze project records and status reports, evaluate staff progress, and implement actions to help projects meet their goals and objectives.
• Explain policies and procedures, provide operational guidance, and instruct consultants on handling situations not covered by existing guidance; obtain relevant information when an issue requires expertise.
• Manage and oversee federal and state grant programs, including the development and maintenance of program materials, documents, and files.
• Manage assigned programs and awards by reviewing expenditure and performance documentation, resolving missing, incorrect, or incomplete reports, and approving payment requests.
• Escalate overpayments, non-compliance, and legal issues to assigned divisions and monitor issues until resolved or deferred.
• Attend technical assistance sessions, site visits, events, and trainings.
• Perform other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately.
• Military leave.
• State-matched retirement at 156%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employer-paid health insurance plans covering 79% of premiums.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the federal government.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Training and development based on career aspirations.

What This Job Offers

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