Technical Program Manager

Job Description:

The scope of the proposed services will include the following:

• Develop understanding of the business environment and use that understanding to make informed decisions and drive results

• Define program goals and objectives, and align them with the organization's strategy

• Develop project plans and schedules, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver programs and projects on time and within budget

• Manage risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies as needed

• Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior management

• Collaborate with stakeholders and teams to ensure program and project goals are met

• Ensure compliance with program management processes and standards;

• Provide day-to-day support for on-going processes;

• Provide on-going evaluation and improvements for processes; work in needed areas to provide technical support for agency’s work demands.

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree

• 5+ years of relevant experience

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and communication

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel

• Experience with collecting, analyzing, and reporting key data

• Experience in program evaluation including evidence-based practices and outcome measurement

• Experience navigating Louisiana’s governmental, business, and community landscape and various audiences/stakeholders

• Available to work from Baton Rouge, LA on a regular basis

Expertise and/or relevant experience in the following areas are desirable but not mandatory:

● Master’s degree in business, mass communication, or related fields

● Industry expertise in clean energy resilient hubs, utility-owned electric grid systems, and reduced-carbon energy resilience

● Experience working with federal programs at the federal, state, local level, and/or private sector

● Experience representing state government officials in public settings

● Experience in and knowledge of the energy sector and its diverse stakeholders

● Experience developing and implementing large-scale public initiatives and projects

● Experience working across state government agencies to align and implement strategic priorities

● A working knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements for federal programs

● Experience communicating on behalf of appointed government officials and civil servants

● Comprehensive knowledge of state level grant program administration

● Experience in partnership development with community groups, non-profit partners, and/or government agencies