Job Announcement: Senior Program Specialist (Atlanta Metro)
Regional Planning agency seeks a Sr. Program Specialist in the Governmental Services Division. This position will be responsible for leading and assisting with special projects including local government technical assistance, meeting and event planning, development of various newsletters and web resources; coordinating and providing assistance on local government management and operations consulting jobs. Specific duties include conducting pay and classification studies, writing position descriptions, conducting salary surveys, analyzing and developing pay for performance system; assisting with the coordination and management of the Local Government Training Institute (LGTI); duties include researching and staying abreast of local governments trends, developing course curriculums, securing speakers, managing outreach and onsite logistics; responsible for updating the comprehensive economic development strategy and assisting with enhancing economic development outreach and coordination. Performs other related duties as assigned. BS degree in Public Administration, political science, public policy or related field and 2 years experience in the public sector in the areas of management and operations, community development, human resources and/or economic development. Master’s degree preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office package; strong oral, written, interpersonal, and communications skills; skill in establishing priorities and organizing work; ability to work independently with general instructions; must be multi-task oriented with the ability to deal with a variety of complex factors and situations. Good Benefits Package. Sal. Range $42,992 – $72,062. For information visit www.atlantaregional.com; Apply on-line applications only at http://cyberrecruiter.atlantaregional.com EOE M/F/D/V
