Youth Programs Officer
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Job Summary This position is located in the Office of Youth Programs (OYP), Education and Workforce Innovation Bureau, Department of Employment Services. The mission of the office is to plan, direct, administer and coordinate an array of youth employment and training programs designed to provide District youth with meaningful work and training experiences. This position serves as the Youth Programs Officer for the Office of Youth Programs responsible for the planning/developing, directing, operating, and monitoring employment and training programs designed to meet the employment needs of in school and out of school youth as it pertains to DC Code 32-242 and other applicable laws; and other employment and training related initiatives. Duties And Responsibilities Plans, develops, directs, operates, and monitors employment and training programs designed to meet the employment needs of in school and out of school youth as it pertains to DC Code 32-242 and other applicable laws; and other employment and training related initiatives. Formulates proposals for special employment and training programs. Oversees the various phases of proposal development to ensure that local and federal qualitative and quantitative standards and criteria are met. Coordinates with the Office of Contracting and Procurement, the Office of Grants Management and Resource Allocation and the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, as required, in preparing contracts, program specifications and other required documents. Oversees the negotiation of employment and training contracts/grants in accordance with contract and grant requirements and specifications. Provides program supervision and curriculum control. Monitors activities to ensure compliance with regulations and other requirements and to encourage collaboration with other programs; ensures that activities are integrated into current delivery system in accordance with operational and organizational objectives. Ensures that optimum technical assistance and guidance is provided to service providers throughout the contract/grant period and for the review, verification, approval of contracts/grants, and monthly invoices. Provides leadership and guidance as required to staff in investigating complaints of discriminatory employment practices. Responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of systems for: 1.) Financial management, including fiscal data and other records necessary to comply with local reporting and cash management, 2.) Personnel management for the office, including planning, managing workloads, determining priorities, and coordinating assigned areas which affect or are affected by program activities. Provides personnel and time and attendance services for special programs and organizations, where needed. Evaluates needs and develops plans for providing staff support services. Directs and supervises the development of annual planning and reporting documents including staff activities, monies disbursed, special program administration, development, operation, and contract negotiation and monitoring. Provides current information and/or advice to the Senior Deputy Director on legislation, policies, regulatory requirements, and other program initiatives. Qualifications And Education Individual must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the MS-14 grade level. Specialized experience is experience that is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Mastery of District laws, rules, codes, and regulations governing local and federal Paid Family Leave laws, procedures, policies and services, or any other public benefits program. This experience could include but not be limited to the preparation and management of budgets and grants, developing, and providing authoritative advice and interpretation of relevant budget, policy, and procedural issues, and application of management principles and practices to provide sound recommendations regarding personnel management and evaluation processes. Licensure and Certifications None Work Conditions/Environment The work is typically performed in a normal office setting. Other Significant Facts Tour of Duty: Monday Friday, 8:30 am 5:00 pm Operating Status: In-Person reporting, flexible and limited telework options available upon position eligibility and operational needs. Pay Plan, Series, and Grade: MS-301-15 Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service At-Will MSS At-Will Statement: All positions and appointments in the Management Supervisory Service serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement. Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential Area of Consideration: Open to the public Position Designation: This position has been designated as security-sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability, and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable. Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment. Residency Requirement: If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment. EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr