Program Manager - Brazos River Authority

Program Manager

Pay Grade: 619

Location: Central Office

Vacancy Announcement

Nature Of The Work

Office Environment WC - 8810

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Brief Description

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all phases of program initiatives to further the strategic objectives of the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This includes developing and implementing program plans, including program setup, general management budgets, and timelines, as well as monitoring progress, adjusting as needed, and closing out; working closely with other departments and stakeholders to ensure that program goals are met; implementing overall operating plans, budgets, policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with established program objectives; developing and implementing corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are necessary; and seeking senior management assistance in resolving schedule and budget issues as they arise. Other responsibilities may include working with internal departments to develop budgets and plans for the programs; evaluating and assessing the programs' strengths and weaknesses; meeting with stakeholders to discuss program status and goals; identifying opportunities for continual improvement; developing program assessment protocols for enhancement of program efficiency and effectiveness; and any other duties as assigned.

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Job Requirements

• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and good driving record are required.
• Minimum of seven years of experience or an equivalent combination of education.
• Experience with leading concurrent, interdependent projects preferred.
• Project Management Institute Certification preferred.

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• Bachelors Degree (in related field) - Completed course requirements to earn a Bachelor's degree in the field related to the position and is expected to utilize this level of education during the work day to the benefit of the organization.

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Key Competencies

• Investing time and energy into understanding the evolving nature of their role within the organization, and developing the skills, behaviors, procedures, and perspectives to be successful...
• Emphasizing corporate values, mission and long-term goals rather than short-term objectives or perspectives.
• Setting objectives which are specific and clearly communicated, measurable, challenging but realistically achievable, and time targeted...
• Staying motivated even when faced with inevitable delays, setbacks, policy shifts and disappointment.
• Taking responsibility for clarifying the expectations of others; acknowledging how personal decisions, actions, and standards of performance influence work accomplishments; accepting responsibility for work accomplishments; and recognizing changes required to achieve better results going forward...
• Demonstrating support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve effectiveness; initiating, sponsoring, and implementing change management practices; helping others to successfully navigate organizational change.
• Identifying and evaluating unique ways to improve the organization (cost reductions, use of resources, policies/procedures, products); generating useful new ideas, approaches or techniques.
• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications...

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STARTING SALARY RANGE:Min: $100,668 to Max: $161,069 annual salary. This is an exempt position.

POSTING DATE: October 27, 2023 to November 10, 2023.

BENEFITS:Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE:The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment by way of the Brazos River Authority Website at www.brazos.org.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply