SPFHS-2026-4 Program Specialist 2 (Internal Posting)
About The Position
Under the limited supervision of a Program Specialist 3 or 4, or other supervisory official in a state department, institution or agency, or in a local jurisdiction, takes the lead over professional and/or technical staff engaged in program activities; performs professional, administrative and analytical work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment; conducts the research and field work necessary to meet the needs of the appropriate state and/or local public or private agencies; does other related work. Specific to the Position Takes the lead over professional staff engaged in communication, review of client submissions, preparation and dissemination of permitting documents, record keeping, calendar maintenance and event operations. Prepares and makes recommendations to the Events Supervisor & Park Superintendent to make significant changes to the program designed to increase revenue and address program deficiencies. Reviews/approves timesheets for hourly employees and assists with grants and special projects assigned by the Park Superintendent.
Requirements
- Six (6) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.
- Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate for the position; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.
- Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
- All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.
- Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to take the lead on all aspects of the Liberty State Park Special Use Permitting Program and Special Event Program.
- Ability to assist the Park Superintendent as needed, with special assignments including calendar maintenance, attendance tracking, grants and GIS work.
- Ability to effectively lead a team of professional staff and communicate program goals and direction.
Responsibilities
- Takes the lead over professional staff engaged in communication, review of client submissions, preparation and dissemination of permitting documents, record keeping, calendar maintenance and event operations.
- Prepares and makes recommendations to the Events Supervisor & Park Superintendent to make significant changes to the program designed to increase revenue and address program deficiencies.
- Reviews/approves timesheets for hourly employees and assists with grants and special projects assigned by the Park Superintendent.
Benefits
- Paid Benefit Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Workweek Program
- Telework
- Pension
- Deferred Compensation
- Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
- Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Tax Savings Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
