Associate Manager, Programs - Partnership for Public Service

INTRODUCTION









The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. We believe that our future and our democracy depend on our ability to solve big problems—and that we need an effective federal government to do so. For more than 20 years, we have helped make this vision a reality by helping our government—the public institution most fundamental to our democracy—address current and future challenges. 




Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values:





+ Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government.


+ People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect.


+ Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results.


+ Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible.












We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. Are you ready to join our team?
















POSITION OVERVIEW









As an associate manager with the Programs team, you will play a critical role in planning and executing the Partnership’s work to develop strong leaders, engage federal employees, strengthen government management systems and improve government-wide workforce-related challenges such as recruiting and hiring talent. The associate manager will have a range of responsibilities including budget management, internal and external stakeholder management, and managing programs and events.







Th e associate manager will lead program operations, delivery, communications and team coordination. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player able to organize multiple assignments, take ownership, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and bring an innovative mindset to solving problems. They will have the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, customers and our partners. They will demonstrate a commitment to public service and have an interest in taking on increasing responsibility for program management and supervision.   














ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES










+ With senior-level oversight, manage small to mid-size projects or key components of larger, more complex projects.


+ Develop and oversee budget and expenses for small project or component of larger project .


+ Once project scope is established, assist with breaking work down into activities and deliverables; manage the completion of those activities and deliverables as assigned.


+ Analyze evaluation data for project effectiveness, offering a point of view and making recommendations to maximize impact and solve problems.


+ Synthesize information and use it to create a clear and concise approach to executing work and deliverables.


+ Demonstrate developed written, oral and presentational skills, managing external and internal program communications.


+ Coordinate and facilitate internal planning meetings and project meetings with external partners.


+ Build and maintain productive working relationships with government leaders and external partners, establishing credibility and earning their confidence through exceptional customer service and relationship-building.


















KEY COMPETENCIES





+ Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage various priorities and deadlines.  


+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  


+ Strong relationship building and management skills with external and internal stakeholders. 


+ Excellent attention to detail, quality and value.


+ Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.


+ Adept at working in a fast-paced and high-energy environment.  


+ Demonstrated presentation and meeting facilitation skills.


+ Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems, and effectively connecting the organization’s leadership programming to our broader mission.


+ Commitment to continuous learning. Commitment to the values of public service; the mission of the Partnership for Public Service; and diversity, equity, and inclusion. 




















REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE










+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience required.


+ Minimum of two to four years of total work experience.


+ One year demonstrated project management experience.


+ Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint, required.












WORK ENVIRONMENT




This job operates in a hybrid (remote + office) environment in Washington, DC, and requires the candidate to be a permanent resident in the Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia area. This role is required to work in the office, on average, two days per week. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer , telephone, printer and scanner.




In assessing employee performance at the Partnership, we consider collaboration, results, demonstration of our values and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.














POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK




This is a full-time, exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note that the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules.














TRAVEL




If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Some out of the area and/or overnight travel may be required as well.














SALARY AND BENEFITS




The starting salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401k program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on-site exercise facility.














AAP/EEO STATEMENT




The Partnership is an inclusive organization that fosters learning, collaboration and respect. We actively recruit for diversity in our workplace, believing that a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences contributes to our mission of revitalizing government. The Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.














VACCINATION POLICY




All Partnership employees, regardless of position or physical location, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as a condition of employment. For new employees, a simple unnotarized copy of the official vaccination card or a notarized COVID-19 Vaccination Form attesting to full vaccination must be provided to human resources within two weeks after the start date.









If you believe you qualify for an exception from the requirements of this policy, for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs, you must provide a letter (on letterhead) from your doctor or clergy to the Vice President of Human Resources. The Partnership will explore potential reasonable accommodations for you that would not cause undue hardship to the Partnership. However, such reasonable accommodations are not required and cannot be guaranteed.