Program Specialist II; SR-- Department OF OIWI Resources , Molokai

This is a full-time, permanent position based on Molokai. Training and the probationary period are required to be completed on Maui. Upon successful completion, the position will be based on Molokai, with travel to Maui and Lanai as required.

Participates in the development and implementation of one or more programs at the department level; conducts program and operational studies and analyzes; participates in developing plans, program evaluation and policy recommendations; and performs other related duties as required.

This class differs from the Program Specialist I in that the Program Specialist II performs the full range of program planning and development at the departmental level; whereas the Program Specialist I is responsible for programs of limited scope and complexity.

This class differs from the Program Specialist III in that the Program Specialist II performs the full range of program planning and development at the departmental level; whereas the Program Specialist III performs as a senior worker with the overall responsibility for the program planning, direction, coordination, development and implementation of activities for one or more major components of the department's programs.

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

• Conducts studies, analyzes systems and policies, identifying problems and potential solutions; participates in the preparation of plans and programs, determines scope of work, plans development process and timelines of programs;
• Develops, interprets, implements and evaluates new or revised policies, procedures and guidelines and recommends alternatives, changes or enhancements;
• Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and efficiency, and develops recommendations to superiors on modifications to ensure program effectiveness and efficiency;
• Serves as a program resource and provides advice and consultation to managers, supervisors, other employees and the public;
• Assists in the preparation of the program budget and participates in the preparation of annual budget requests;
• Prepares requests for proposals, drafts and administers professional services contracts, payments, grant reimbursements, and other required documentation;
• Identifies program needs and potential sources of funding from State, Federal and private sources, prepares and develops grant applications and supporting documentation and administers projects;
• Organizes and makes public presentations, provides design, technical support and project management functions;
• May perform as project lead with other professional staff and consultants, developing work plans, schedules and budgets; coordinates, reviews and monitors progress of projects; serves as liaison with local jurisdictions, agencies, and community groups;
• Trains staff and/or provides technical and policy guidance to staff to departmental personnel, other departments and agencies;
• Keeps abreast of Federal, State and County laws, ordinances, regulations and legislation that may govern or impact program, evaluates impact and resolves issues or problems;
• Oversees the maintenance of records, prepares operational reports, evaluates statistics to ensure achievement of objectives and to implement program changes;
• Prepares, negotiates and monitors conformance with inter‑agency agreements;
• Organizes and serves as department representative on multi‑agency technical review committees, serves as program liaison and attends meetings with employees, departments, vendors and private and community organizations regarding program matters;
• May supervise others as assigned;
• Performs other related duties as required.

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a field pertinent to the department's program and activities; and three (3)…