Project Management Specialist - Human Services (Part-Time/20Hrs)

Position Information

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The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Project Management Specialist to enhance the administrative and programmatic functions of the Child and Family Services (CFS) Division, including managing projects impacting the entire Division (e.g., Division's Internship program, Title IV-E application processes, and Children's Services Act coordination). The Project Management Specialist will define the scope of projects, identify resources and stakeholders, create and implement project plans, monitor progress, set program measures, and evaluate results. The position will report to and assist the Bureau Chief with creating efficient business processes that improve clinical outcomes.

The CFS Division's provides a wide array of integrated services and programs for children and families, including child welfare services, children's behavioral healthcare, child advocacy center, childcare facility licensing, parenting education, and the administration of the CSA.

Specific duties include:

• Providing senior level project management and staff support to the Division, including developing long/short term strategies, programs, project designs, and service guidelines;

• Initiating, planning, and designing diverse programs, evaluating programs for trends and patterns, and identifying and addressing program issues or gaps in services;

• Implementing program changes and training staff on new business processes, including recommending changes to ensure efficient delivery of services

• Engaging partners in the Division, Department, and community in the change management process, including collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data to streamline unit processes;

• Communicating prevention information to the community and with community agencies to collaborate on system wide events, including identifying areas of the County where dissemination of campaign materials would be effective;

• Maintaining procurement process for purchases and ordering supplies for events, writing specifications, and assisting in or selecting contractors for the design of presentations of meetings and engagement campaign;

• Attending interdisciplinary meetings and recording minutes, including planning and scheduling meetings and tasks, and maintaining deadlines; and

• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and engage staff and stakeholders in issues relating to child welfare and behavioral health.

• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a deadline-sensitive environment, manage multiple program tasks simultaneously, communicate effectively, and interact with a diverse staff and client population.

• Demonstrated ability to work Independently and schedule multiple meetings and tasks to meet deadlines.

Arlington County DHS is committed to delivering client services in an effective, equitable, respectful, and trauma-informed manner. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring our clients are approached, engaged and cared for in ways that demonstrate competency, sensitivity and awareness of factors which impact the client experience including but not limited to cultural identity, gender, racial, and ethnic diversity, religious/spiritual ascription, physical capability, cognitive and literacy levels, sexual orientation, and linguistic needs.

Selection Criteria

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Psychology, Social Science or related field; and

• Some experience providing administrative, fiscal, and/or procurement support, including program development, and/or project management experience.

Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

• Public mental health or child welfare programs;

• Strategic and operational planning; and

• Intermediate to advance proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Special Requirements

A pre-employment background check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information

Work hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week. Monday

• Friday, flexible hours, between 8am

• 5pm. Teleworking capability, except when performing in office only duties.

The official job title is Management Specialist. The pay ranges listed above are effective June 30, 2024.

All County-provided benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information on our generous benefits and retirement plan, click here

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Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required for this position. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.

Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time).

More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.

Permanent, Full-Time Appointments

All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:

Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.

Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.

Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.

For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.

Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.

Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:

Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.

Limited Term Appointments:

Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.

Temporary Regular Appointments:

Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:

Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree (or higher)

02

Please indicate if you have experience in any of the following:

• Public mental health or child welfare programs

• Fiscal management

• Strategic and operational planning

• Project/program Management

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project)

• Procurement

• None of the above

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Describe your experience providing administrative, fiscal, and/or procurement support, including project management or program development. If not applicable, write N/A

Required Question

Agency Arlington County

Address 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 511

Arlington, Virginia, 22201

Phone 703-228-3500

Website https://careers.arlingtonva.us/