Texas Department Of Criminal Justice · 4 hours ago
Program Specialist I - Contracts and Procurement (024797)
United States-Texas-HUNTSVILLE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is seeking a Program Specialist I in Contracts and Procurement. The role involves providing consultative services and technical assistance, supporting program planning and implementation, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists with the preparation of administrative reports, studies, and specialized projects; and works with program staff in determining trends and resolving technical programs
Assists with the collection, organization, analysis, and preparation of materials in response to requests for program information and reports
Performs an array of technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities related to program assignment
Monitors and reviews compliance with requirements, laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; assists in the development of policy and procedure manuals; and provides technical assistance in the program area
Provides support and assists in program planning, development, and implementation; assists with the review of program area operations to identify areas in need of change; assists with the development of plans to improve and address areas of concern; and assists in preparing justifications for the implementation of procedural and policy changes
Serves as a liaison to staff, government agencies, community organizations, or the public to assist in explaining program specifics and requirements
Assists in preparing and evaluating program budget results
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE)
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management
Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes
Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely
Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public
Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports
Skill in problem-solving techniques
Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment
Skill to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures
Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports in an automated system
Skill to train others
Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment
Preferred
Major course work in Business Administration or a related field
Program administration, public administration, technical support, research, auditing, accounting, administrative support, or statistical analysis experience
Financial operations or purchasing experience
Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs
Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Company
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