State of Indiana · 2 days ago
Program Director
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across various agencies. The Program Director will be responsible for establishing and monitoring program objectives, directing policies and activities, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while leading a team to achieve operational goals.
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Responsibilities
Establish and monitor program objectives, KPIs, and actions to achieve them
Direct, plan, or implement policies, objectives, or activities of organizations or businesses to ensure continuing operations, or to increase productivity
Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals
Recommend and implement corrective action plans to solve program problems
Prepare reports for approval, including those for funding or implementation of services
Direct or coordinate the financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency in the specified program
Ensure program requirements meet federal and state policies and grants compliance
Develop, train employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage
Coordinate and deliver communication plans and communications
Serve on boards of directors and management committees
Serve on management committees or other governing boards
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree with 3+ years of experience, or
Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience, or
Associate's Degree with 7+ years of experience, or
at least 9+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role
Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education
Extensive knowledge of provider agencies and their programs and services
Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs
Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications
Ability to present to both internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems
Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders
Ability to prepare monthly finance and accounting reports to maintain program budget and grants
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Company
State of Indiana
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pamella Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Annie Frischkorn
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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