Program Manager - Education (State Education Data Solutions)

at Public Consulting Group in Boise, Idaho, United States

Overview

About Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.-all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com .

Responsibilities

Program Manager - Education (State Education Data Solutions)

+ Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects in the State Education Data solution service line, ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals.

+ Plans the delivery of the overall program and its activities in accordance with the mission and the goals of the organization.

+ Engages with education clients and other stakeholders (eg CCSSO, interoperability standards groups, etc.) to understand client needs, objectives, and requirements; and envisions solutions to meet those needs.

+ Builds and maintains subject matter expertise in the area of state and federal data collection and reporting requirements, providing advice and guidance to clients and other stakeholders.

+ Develops new initiatives to support the strategic direction of PCG and the needs of clients, leveraging emerging technologies, modern approaches to data management, interoperability, and business intelligence.

+ Develops and implements long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program.

+ Develops and manages the annual budget and operating plan to support the program.

+ Develops a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement.

+ Ensures that program activities comply with all relevant legislation and leverage relevant standards.

+ Ensures all staff members receive orientation and appropriate training in accordance with organizational standards.

+ Provides direction, input and feedback to project staff assigned to State Education Data solution projects and deliverables.

+ Communicates with clients and other stakeholders to gain community support for the program and to solicit input to improve the program.

+ Liaises with colleagues (e.g. CIOs, Chief Data Officer, business managers, etc.) to define and set program objectives and to ensure effective and efficient program delivery.

+ Coordinates the delivery of services among different program activities to increase effectiveness and efficiency.

+ Identifies and evaluates the risks associated with program activities and take appropriate action to control the risks.

+ Monitors the program activities on a regular basis and drives continuous improvement efforts according to the program evaluation framework.

+ Supervises and develops staff members who support the work of the education practice.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ 5+ years' of related work experience. Prior work experience in Project Management

Required Skills

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

+ Keen attention to detail

+ Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Remote Work Statement

This position is a remote, work from home position. PCG is a remote-friendly organization and is committed to creating a culture where remote work remains a vital part of the company's success. To be successful in a remote work role at PCG, you must:

+ be available during your set working hours

+ have a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, and

+ be able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job duties

Some travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc.

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Compensation

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.?As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $100,000 - $160,000.In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role.

EEO Statement

Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.

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Job LocationsUS

Posted Date4 days ago(12/15/2023 6:56 PM)

Job ID2023-10016

\# of Openings1

CategoryManagement

TypeRegular Full-Time

Practice AreaEducation Services

Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.