PROGRAM OFFICER 3

Announcement Number: 49283 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 10/17/2024 Close Date: 11/18/2024 Recruiter:
JENNIFER KAUBLE
Phone: (775)684-0128
Email: jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted for another 6 Days 13 Hrs 29 Mins
The Position

Program Officers administer a program or major component of a program by planning, coordinating and managing services and activities in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and established program performance standards and objectives.

Incumbents are responsible for administering a large and complex program which affects a significant number of people on a continuing basis; develop, revise, recommend, and implement changes to work plans, program performance standards and objectives for providing services, and eligibility requirements as permitted by program regulations and guidelines; ensure compliance with State, federal and/or other granting agencies rules and regulations; and draft laws, rules and/or regulation changes.

The Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR) division is recruiting for a Program Officer III. The person in the position reports to a program manager within the Library Planning and Development division. While the Youth Services Consultant may perform a wide variety of duties, the position's main responsibilities include the development and support of statewide youth, literacy, and family services programs in libraries, including program implementation, evaluation, and coordination. This includes establishing partnerships with local, state, and national organizations, providing training and consulting for library staff, and managing the state's summer reading program. The position also oversees the youth services budget and grants, assesses and reports on program effectiveness, and maintains documentation and communication. Additionally, it requires representing the state library at events, participating in committees, and staying updated on national library trends and practices for continuous professional development. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-7_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, or other discipline related to the program assignment and two years of professional experience in planning, coordinating or administering a program which included interpretation of laws and regulations; development of program policy and procedures; development and implementation of program performance standards and objectives for providing services; and development and implementation of eligibility requirements; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of professional experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Program Officer II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes Some positions may require additional certifications at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment, which will be identified at the time of recruitment. Special Requirements This position requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. This position requires a State of Nevada/FBI fingerprint based background check as a condition of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment

1) Describe your experience with planning, coordinating, and/or managing youth services programming in libraries.

2) Describe your experience with planning, coordinating, and/or managing programs for children, teens, and/or families.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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