Program Manager

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located in the District of Columbia Government, Department of Buildings (DOB), with primary responsibility in the Office of Construction and Building Standards. The mission of the DOB is to protect the safety of residents, businesses, and visitors and advance the development of the built environment through permitting, inspections, and code enforcement. DOB is a national model of customer service and value creation;

a catalyst for responsible economic development, social diversity, and environmental sustainability, and are essential to a thriving and resilient city.

The incumbent serves as Program Manager for the District's Construction Code Development program, responsible for planning, and coordinating activities related to the review, analysis, and formulation of updates to the D.C. Building Construction Codes. The role includes coordinating with internal and external stakeholders throughout the code revision process, providing technical expertise, evaluating program effectiveness, and advising senior leadership on improvements that strengthen code administration and overall program performance.

Plans and organizes work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and establishes deadlines for task completion. Assigns tasks based on priorities, develops performance standards, evaluates work, and provides guidance, advice, or instruction on work and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions in the unit, recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignments to such positions.

Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; modifies plans and programs to accommodate emerging or new initiatives while maintaining focus on major program priorities. Analyzes program data and performance measures in relation to agency, local/state, and national objectives for the program area. Tracks industry trends, local and regional program area issues, and District policy to ensure integration of program initiatives.

Specialized experience is work that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

None.

The work is performed in an office setting.

Tour of Duty:
Monday - Friday 8:15 AM- 4:45 PM (May be subject to change)

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS-0340-14

Promotion Potential:
No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment:
Management Supervisory Service (MSS) At-Will

MSS At-Will Statement:
Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit:
This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit

Position Designation:
The position has been deemed security sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre‑employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.

EEO Statement:
The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.