Program Operations Specialist

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Program Operations Specialist

Department of Community Health

United States of America

Not Applicable

$41,569.83 - $67,287.00

Under general supervision, performs complex administrative duties and statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making in functional area. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. May partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment. May administer or provide high level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions.

• Assist with grant program/project development, management, and administration of a variety of state and federal grants
• Assist with the development of grant-related budgets and provide budget monitoring to ensure proper funding allocations
• Provide comprehensive and detailed technical assistance to grantees, independently and with minimum supervision
• Build and maintain all grant files as required by the State Office of Rural Health Travel in and out of state to represent the State Office of Rural Health at required business meetings or conferences as needed

• Maintain working knowledge of current federal and state regulations, trends, and developments within assigned program area
• Identify and assist with the development of new funding opportunities
• Conduct research to promote successful grant development and maximum awards
• Evaluate eligibility of potential grantees for participation in grant programs
• Communicate with internal and external customers to provide information and services targeted to meet customer expectations
• Develop and deliver program-related presentations to local, state, and federal stakeholders as needed or requested
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with area business community, internal and external agency customers, and other related contacts
• Monitor effectiveness of business operations, assesses quality of service and makes recommendations to improve operations
• Receive additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas
• Gather, compile, and analyze data
• Prepare reports of findings and analysis and may make recommendations to management for operational changes

• Associate degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment.
  
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  An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over‑year.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.