Texas Workforce Commission
Government
Manager
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“Manager at Texas Workforce Commission. Skills: Grants administration, Process management, Resource planning. Manage day-to-day activities of staff. Establish goals”
What You'll Achieve.
Maximize agency effectiveness in assisting grantees
Industry & Context.
Problem identification; Alternative evaluation; Solution implementation
20% travel within Texas, Must be a Texas resident or willing to relocate
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Five years of full-time experience in policy development, implementation, or interpretation, One year and six months of administrative management or supervisory capacity
Nice to Have
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations, Principles and practices of public administration and management, Experience with policy development, Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, Experience managing multiple complex projects, Meeting deadlines, Effectively prioritizing tasks, Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and coordination skills, Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions, Ability to multi-task and deliver high quality work, Ability to quickly learn complex new content, Ability to adapt to changing priorities, Ability to establish goals and objectives, Experience supervising the work of others
What You'll Do.
Manage day-to-day activities of staff
Manage evaluation activities
Confer with executive management
Develop strategic plans
Develop long- and short-term goals
Develop and implement techniques for evaluating business function
Develop and evaluate budget requests
Monitor budget expenditures
Make budget adjustments
Prepare management and productivity reports
Ensure professional quality and appearance of reports
Ensure appropriate content of reports
Ensure consistency of reports
Ensure responsiveness of reports
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional coordination; Vendor management; Stakeholder management
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
WHO WE ARE: Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St., Austin Texas, in the Board Grants Department. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. WHO YOU ARE: An experienced and results-oriented manager seeking to lead a talented team responsible for administering and monitoring federal and state Grants. You are committed to maximizing the agency’s effectiveness in assisting grantees throughout Texas. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the successful administration and implementation of federal and state funds. If you are a self-starter looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, this opening could be the perfect match for you! WHAT YOU WILL DO: The Manager IV performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agency’s business function, division, or department. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO: -Manage day-to-day activities of staff in a business function(s), division(s), or department(s). -Establish goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities. -Confer with executive management to develop strategic plans and long- and short-term goals for the department. -Develop and implement techniques for evaluating business function, division
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