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Texas Facilities Commission · 2 months ago

26-38 Program Management Specialist IV

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$93K/yr - $157K/yr

6+ years exp

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) builds, supports, maintains, and manages over 28 million square feet of state-owned and leased facilities. They are seeking a Program Management Specialist to serve as the Sunset Program Manager, responsible for leading the daily operations of the Sunset and Process Improvement Precision Team, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and managing program planning and communications.

ConstructionFacilities Support ServicesFacility Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manages a program throughout its life cycle by defining goals, objectives, and controls

Manages program planning, including the development, implementation, monitoring, and documentation of policies and processes for specific programs involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing programs, operations, or service offerings

Manages communications with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, contractors, other agencies, internal divisions/departments, senior management, and the general public to ensure alignment with program updates, changes, risks and to support performance goals, contract compliance, customer satisfaction, and quality service delivery

Identifies program requirements and establishes methodology to measure the effectiveness of agency initiatives

Identifies program gaps and proposes improvements or enhancements

Ensures that program decisions are made in accordance with program requirements; other applicable rules, policies, and procedures; and the agency's strategic objectives

Coordinates with internal divisions and departments to achieve complex cross-functional program and business outcomes consisting of multiple work streams

Develops in-depth technical and non-technical knowledge of programs to mitigate problems

Recommends, develops, and manages the development of program standards and tools

Ensure that program management team continues to learn new technologies to enhance program knowledge and skill sets

Address compliance challenges and implement changes to address concerns

Represent the agency at business meetings, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees

Performs related work as assigned

Qualification

Program ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP)Microsoft Office SuiteProgram Engagement StrategiesBudget ManagementData AnalysisPublic SpeakingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Six (6) experience in program management in relevant areas of assignment

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field relevant to assignment is generally preferred

Experience and education may be substituted for one another

Ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure of the State of Texas

Knowledge of project/program management theories and practices; project/program costing, estimating, and scheduling; systems and procedures used to evaluate project/program performance; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project/program undertaken

Strong interpersonal, relationship building, and communication competencies, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Proficiency in public speaking and facilitation, with the ability to organize and lead meetings and events

Knowledge of program engagement strategies and best practices, particularly within the context of public service

Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office suite) and familiarity with social media and digital communication tools

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing program deadlines

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems