Program Manager
About The Position
The Program Manager leads and manages the daily operations of a program within the Engineering Department’s Planning Division – Development Review Program. The program reviews public and private sewer and drainage works proposed for construction, alteration, or reconstruction within the District’s boundaries. The manager directs and motivates staff, organizes program activities, and works with other programs, departments, public officials, legal staff, and external stakeholders to meet program goals and support the District’s strategic plan. The role also includes maintaining records, preparing reports, and attending or conducting public hearings and presentations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, with major coursework in engineering appropriate to the related program.
- Eight years of experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a related area, together with progressive supervisory experience.
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri, or the ability to obtain this license within six months of hire.
- Licensure in the State of Missouri for the position’s field of expertise.
- Valid driver’s license issued by the state in which the employee resides.
- Must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test; the position is designated as safety sensitive.
- Employees of MSD must have a meets expectations.
Nice To Haves
- Considerable management and technical knowledge of the program area.
- Considerable skill in management techniques and their application.
- Thorough knowledge of District rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the program.
- Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with consulting engineers, contractors, private developers, governmental officials, the general public, and District personnel.
- Extensive oral and written communication skills.
- Skill in planning, supervising, and coordinating the work of others.
- Skill in preparing technical reports and maintaining records.
- Good knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing, and design software.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and manage the daily operations of a program within the Engineering Department.
- Direct, develop, and motivate staff to meet objectives that support the District’s strategic plan.
- Plan, organize, and direct program activities to achieve program goals.
- Manage and supervise the daily activities of personnel assigned to the program.
- Coordinate activities with other programs within the Division and Department, and maintain working relationships with public officials.
- Maintain records and prepare reports.
- Coordinate activities with District legal staff and other District departments.
- Attend and/or conduct public hearings and presentations.
- May assist in developing departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Perform related duties as required or delegated by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
