Strategic Programs Administrator

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　　Strategic Programs Administrator

　　Salary

　　$136,614.40 - $174,865.60 Annually

　　Location

　　CA, CA

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　01750-E

　　Division

　　Integrated Water Management

　　Unit

　　Office of Integrated Water Management

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Description

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　　Description

　　Overview:

　　NOTE: 5.0% MMBA differential will apply

　　Valley Water is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the Strategic Programs Administrator position within the Office of Integrated Water Management reporting to the Assistant Chief Executive Officer. This Strategic Programs Administrator will lead the development and maintenance of Executive level processes and procedures and implementation of strategic projects and initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of expertise in project management, financial analysis, and policy development. The position will coordinate with the Chief of Staff to the CEO to ensure execution of directives from the Assistant CEO and CEO. This position may lead and participate in the work of staff and consultants, both internally and externally.

　　The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of public sector administration and project management techniques and will be skilled in generally accepted research methodologies. They will be able to lead diverse groups, establish trust and credibility with co-workers and the public and have the ability to create and achieve "win-win" solutions to problems and conflicts. Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential in this position.

　　Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　Identify key issues and participate in setting and establishing priorities to meet the organization’s strategic direction; develop budget policies and procedures; participate in the administration of assigned budgets; recommend revisions as needed.

　　Evaluate and develop appropriate procedures to address current and proposed Executive level policies, regulations, legislation, and projects that impact the strategic goals and direction of Valley Water.

　　Prepare and deliver presentations and briefings to staff, management, and the Board, other agencies, local, State and Federal elected officials, and their staff, prepare comprehensive reports for Valley Water staff, management, and the Board.

　　Interact extensively with Executive management, senior technical, legal, and policy staff and elected officials including other water agencies, business groups, regulatory, and governmental agencies, and environmental groups.

　　Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

　　Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

　　Ideal Experience:

　　Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience involving the preparation and review of economic and/or planning documents and experience in financial analysis or strategic planning.

　　Project management, financial analysis, and policy development experience.

　　Experience developing, implementing and managing processes and procedures.

　　Ideal Skills and Abilities:

　　Good judgment with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and translate guidelines into action and high level problem solving skills.

　　Ability to identify key issues, develop policy recommendations, and advance organizational policies.

　　Outstanding project management skills with the ability to apply strong critical thinking and facilitation skills.

　　Strong and persuasive presentation skills and ability to obtain a win-win for all parties involved.

　　Advanced problem solving skills.

　　Excellent writing skills.

　　Ability to plan, assign, lead, review, and evaluate the work of staff.

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

　　Ideal Knowledge:

　　Principles and practices of budget development and administration.

　　Principles and practices of project management.

　　Specialized computer software applications, e.g. Vena, Infor, Legistar, etc.

　　Principles and practices of public sector contract administration and management.

　　Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

　　Ideal Training and Education:

　　Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, economics, or a related field.

　　Substitution:Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement based on one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

　　Required License or Certificate

　　Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

　　To review the Classification Specification, please clickhere (https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Strategic%20Programs%20Administrator%20-%20112023.pdf)

　　Office of Integrated Water Management Unit (Position Code 688)

　　Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

　　This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

　　Selection Process

　　(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.

　　(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

　　NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.

　　Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.

　　Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

　　Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

　　Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

　　The Santa Clara Valley Water District, now known as Valley Water, offers a comprehensive benefit package including, vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, EAP, life and disability insurance. In addition, Valley Water participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). To view a summary of benefits, clickhere (https://www.valleywater.org/benefits)

　　01

　　I acknowledge that I have entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position.

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the application) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you possess the equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, economics, or a related field.

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　If you do not have a Bachelor's degree, describe your experience that may be substituted on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

　　05

　　How many years of increasingly responsible experience involving the preparation and review of economic and/or planning documents and experience in financial analysis or strategic planning do you possess?

　　0 - < 6 years

　　6 or more years

　　06

　　Please describe how you meet the education and experience qualifications, as described in the job posting, and how your background has prepared you for this Strategic Programs Administrator position.

　　07

　　The position requires outstanding project management skills with strong critical thinking and facilitation abilities. Please provide an example where your skills were crucial in ensuring successful project outcomes.

　　08

　　Please outline your experience preparing budgets and developing administrative procedures. Provide an example of a successful procedure you developed and implemented. What made it successful?

　　09

　　Why are you interested in this position?

　　10

　　Employment with Valley Water requires employees to take an Oath as a Disaster Service Worker within California and to live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. If you live further than 150 miles from Valley Water Headquarters, please discuss your willingness to relocate if offered the position. If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

　　11

　　Please list the full name of the regular/permanent Valley Water employee who referred you to this position (only one name will be accepted, so if multiple are listed, the first name provided will be documented as the referring employee). If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

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　　Agency

　　Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA)

　　Address

　　5750 Almaden Expressway

　　San Jose, California, 95118

　　Phone

　　1-408-630-2260

　　Website

　　https://www.valleywater.org

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