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Program Manager
Location:
Washington, DC
Description:
Who We Are Founded more than a century ago, ICMA is the premier professional association for local government leaders, managers, staff, and stakeholders, serving more than 13,000 members globally. As a membership association, we provide research and knowledge resources, professional development and training, peer to peer engagement, and technical assistance. We are also a major implementing partner for many grant and contract funded programs on emerging and prevailing topics and challenges to create stronger communities. At ICMA, we take the concept of local government leadership, management, and innovation further into the future. Through our mission and passion to advance professional local government, we help communities deliver innovative services, empower resident engagement, enable economic development, strengthen leadership, uphold ethics, and provide forward-thinking management. We ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace by welcoming people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and by learning from each other, individually and collectively. A Great Opportunity Are you passionate about work that helps local governments foster resilient, innovative, and equitable and communities? Do you have an appetite for learning, stellar organizational skills, and an eye for detail? If the answer is yes, we have an excellent opportunity waiting for you! This is an ideal fit for someone interested in a public service career to gain experience and contacts across a wide range of topics and communities. ICMA is seeking a Program Manager to support research and programming equipping local government administrators with information about leading practices, policies, programs, and other strategies in areas such as management, service delivery, resiliency and livability, community and economic development, and more. The selected individual will join a small local government research and content team that develops research-based knowledge products and provides subject matter expertise to cross-cutting thought leadership efforts. The Program Manager reports to the Director of Research or Senior Program Managers. This position does not have supervisory authority. What You'll Do Research and Content Development Contribute to research briefs, reports, case studies, surveys, summaries, and other forms of content alone and in partnership with other ICMA staff, members, and academic or other third-party partners. Manage and contribute to project communications, including the development of website and social media content, presentations, newsletters, and other collateral. Respond to research inquiries from members and other stakeholders. Support the research and content development needs of ICMA business lines including membership, outreach, events and sponsorships, and technical assistance. Project/Financial Management Coordinate with research team staff on administrative and project management issues, e.g., timelines, meeting facilitation and support, travel, payments, reports, staffing, shipping, event planning, etc. Review and reconcile expense reports; prepare purchase orders and reimbursement requests, consulting agreements, scopes of work and other contract and procurement documents. May provide administrative support to and liaise with relevant ICMA member committees. Business and Proposal Development Participate in business development and proposal efforts, which includes conducting research, recruiting staff, collecting cost information, developing the cost proposal, editing/formatting resumes, drafting required proposal sections. What You Need To Be Successful In This Role Bachelor's Degree in public administration, planning, public policy, political science, or related discipline Three (3) to five (5) years applicable experience (may include graduate study, internships, and/or volunteer work) Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in related field or equivalent level of study Prior experience working for or with local governments Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Clear and effective written and oral communication skills Exceptional organizational, follow through, and time management skills Strong attention to detail Working knowledge about local government operations, structures, and policy issues Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and deadlines, adapt to changing constraints and priorities, and propose solutions to problems and challenges Interpersonal skills to build and work with cross-functional teams, members, and external partners in a decentralized office environment Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel and Teams; familiarity with virtual communication platforms and with survey and statistical software Physical Requirements/Work Environment The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is typically performed in an office environment free from hazards or unpleasant environmental conditions. Work may require domestic and/or international travel up to 10% of time for conferences and events or in-person project meetings. What We Can Offer You: Remote work environment A collegial working environment where teamwork and individual contributions are valued A competitive salary A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer sponsored health, dental, life, disability, and employee assistance benefits Paid time off to include vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating days Generous retirement plan Opportunities for ongoing professional development This position is based out of ICMA's headquarters, located in Washington, D.C. At this time, all ICMA staff are working remotely. The selected individual must be able to work the core business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST. Our office will remain operational and accessible for staff to use on a voluntary basis, subject to local COVID-19 guidelines. The selected candidate m ust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. As a federal government contractor subject to Executive Order 14042, ICMA requires its Colleagues to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on a disability (including a medical condition) or sincerely-held religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. Colleagues must provide proof of full vaccination prior to their start date or obtain a legally-required accommodation from the vaccination requirement. EEO Statement: At ICMA, we strive to promote and sustain a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging every day. ICMA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or on any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists, and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for ICMA job opportunities.
Company:
International City County Management
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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