Technical Program Manger

Client : State of Louisiana

Work Location : Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Type: Contract

JOB TITLE: Technical Program Manger

The scope of the proposed services will include the following:

• Develop understanding of the business environment and use that understanding to make informed decisions and drive results
• Define program goals and objectives, and align them with the organization's strategy
• Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver programs and projects on time and within budget
• Manage risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as needed
• Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior management
• Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure program and project goals are met
• Ensure compliance with program management processes and standards;
• Provide day-to-day support for on-going processes;
• Provide on-going evaluation and improvements for processes; work in needed areas to provide technical support for agency’s work demands.
  
  

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and communication
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Experience with collecting, analyzing, and reporting key data
• Experience in program evaluation including evidence-based practices and outcome measurement
• Experience navigating Louisiana’s governmental, business, and community landscape and various audiences/stakeholders
• Available to work from Baton Rouge, LA on a regular basis
  
  

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are desirable but not mandatory:

• Master’s degree in business, mass communication, or related fields
• Industry expertise in clean energy resilient working with federal programs at the federal, state, local level, and/or private sector
• Experience representing state government officials in public settings
• Experience in and knowledge of the energy sector and its diverse stakeholders
• Experience developing and implementing large-scale public initiatives and projects
• Experience working across state government agencies to align and implement strategic priorities
• A working knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for federal programs
• Experience communicating on behalf of appointed government officials and civil servants
• Comprehensive knowledge of state level grant program administration
• Experience in partnership development with community groups, non-profit partners, and/or government agencies