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 hubs, utility-owned electric grid systems, and reduced-carbon energy resilience · Experience 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