PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE

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INTRODUCTION The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. Central to this mission is our work to connect the government with those it serves by protecting it from harm and reimagining the way it works on behalf of the public.     Building on our over 20 years of experience, we: * Prepare civil servants to navigate an increasingly complex federal environment * Educate and engage the public about the value of government and how eroding its capacity hurts communities nationwide  * Collaborate with a range of stakeholders to advance bold reforms that seek to make our federal institutions more effective, responsive and accountable to the American people * Equip and advise government leaders at the federal, state and local levels to develop critical skills for effective public service.   Our staff, diverse in experience and perspective, is mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values:  * Passion for public service and our work toward more effective government  * People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect  * Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results  * Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible    We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process.    POSITION OVERVIEW The Partnership is seeking a dynamic, collaborative and motivated project manager to join our Public Service Leadership Institute (PSLI) team to manage our Excellence in Government (EIG) and Data Leadership in Public Service (DLPS) programs for government employees. This position may also manage other small programs such as customized retreats. The EIG Fellows program is the premier leadership development course for federal employees at the GS-14 to GS-15 levels. For more than 30 years, EIG has helped federal employees develop strong leadership skills through application-based learning, highly interactive activities, authentic self-reflection, personalized coaching, and governmentwide networking. Our graduates go on to plan, design and implement innovative solutions to address the federal government’s biggest challenges and improve their agencies’ effectiveness. The DLPS Program is designed to meet the growing need for data-ready leaders of government organizations. This course builds on basic data skills to develop evidence-driven leaders, making informed decisions, driving actionable insights, and fostering a data-driven culture within agencies at every level of government. This role will manage the day-to-day execution of the EIG and DLPS programs. Responsibilities include planning and execution, leading teams of executive coaches and program staff who deliver the programs to government leaders and managing relationships with external stakeholders. This position is ideal for someone with a strong project management background who also has experience with delegation; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; and demonstrated experience in relationship management. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead the day-to-day management of the EIG and DLPS programs, including setting goals and objectives, establishing project plans, developing and monitoring budgets, tracking deliverables and reporting on task completion, risk management and driving results through program implementation. * Lead the program team (including contractors, facilitators, junior staff, and interns) to deliver the program. * Collaborate with executive coaches/facilitators, internal content designers and other subject matter experts to ensure program content and design are excellent and up to date with the Partnership’s Public Service Leadership Model. * Build and maintain relationships with staff, coaches, participants, government officials and other experts to ensure the successful design and delivery of the programs. * Engage other teams across the organization that support the success of our programs, including business development; operations; and communications. * Facilitate team meetings and conversations with staff, coaches, and consultants, as needed.  * Ensure programs achieve intended impacts and meet quality and revenue targets. * Monitor program evaluation results and act upon lessons learned to continuously improve programming. * Plan and manage events, both in-person and virtual, for government employees and key stakeholders in a collaborative environment.  KEY COMPETENCIES * Excellent project management skills, including prioritizing, planning, budgeting and decision-making. * Strong people management skills, including building teams, delegating effectively and developing others. * Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.  * Ability to quickly build credibility and trust with stakeholders. * Ability to build consensus amongst various stakeholders. * Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. * Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, gathering and sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems and effectively connecting leadership development work to the broader organization. * Able to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and to organize multiple and varied projects simultaneously. * Demonstrated passion for and commitment to public service and an interest in the mission of the Partnership.    REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work or military experience required. * Five to seven years of relevant work experience, including demonstrated success leading projects to accomplish results. * Knowledge of, or experience with, the federal workforce preferred. * Prior supervisory responsibilities preferred.   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/REPORTING STRUCTURE This position reports to a senior manager or director. This position will directly and indirectly supervise associates and/or associate managers.  WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a hybrid (remote + office) environment in Washington, DC. The successful candidate must be a permanent resident in the Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia area. The person in this role is expected to work in the office, on average, three days per week – with Wednesday as the required day in-office. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer/scanner and MS Office.        In assessing employee performance at the Partnership, we consider collaboration, results, and demonstration of our values.  POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time, exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note that the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules. TRAVEL If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Very little out of the area and/or overnight travel will be required.      SALARY AND BENEFITS The starting salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000. The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; commuter benefits; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on-site exercise facility.    EEO STATEMENT The Partnership adheres to all federal, state, and local employment laws. Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.