Job Description

The mission of the DC Department of Human Services (DHS) is to empower every District resident to reach their full potential by providing meaningful connections to work opportunities, economic assistance, and supportive services. This position is within the Department of Human Services (DHS), Economic Security Administration (ESA), and is part of the Division of Program Operations (DPO). The Economic Security Administration (ESA) is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate eligibility determinations for programs such as Medical Assistance, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Food Stamps (SNAP), and other Cash Assistance programs that aim to promote economic independence for families.


Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (SEBT) is a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) program developed to provide $120 per eligible child in EBT benefits covering the summer months to children who would otherwise qualify for the National School Lunch Program. The SEBT Program Manager will lead the Summer EBT program; manage a lean team; oversee all program functions; coordinate Summer EBT stakeholders; pro-actively identify and resolve program issues, escalate risks, report operational status; manage overall implementation; and drive long-term program sustainability. DHS is seeking a candidate with experience translating program requirements into implementation; strong planning, communication, and organizational abilities; familiarity with human services and/or educational data; as well experience with program budgeting.

Duties and Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and supervises the operation of a program(s) and its activities in accordance with the mission and goals of an agency; develops new programs to support the strategic direction of the agency; advises and consults with administration/division managers; meets with appropriate staff to identify and resolve problems or conflicts; makes or recommends final decisions regarding policy, operations, and administrative procedures of the program. Establishes and manages long-and short-term program goals; develops, analyzes, and evaluates new or modified program/management policies, regulations, goals, or objectives.


Develops, implements and maintains complex procedures, administrative monitoring practices and controls in order to obtain smooth and effective operation of a program(s); coordinates work activities of the program to prevent delays in required actions or to improve programs or services; identifies, develops and implements departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; determines resource allocation and levels of service according to established policies; plans and writes grant applications and manages grant funded projects. Serves as a liaison between the agency and/or division, community agencies, citizen groups, developers, property managers, committees and commissions, and Federal, State, and local agencies, authorities, and task forces concerning agency program needs, new programs, policies, and procedures and to facilitate progress on specific projects.

Qualifications and Education

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

Licenses and Certifications

None

Working Conditions/Environment

The work is performed in a typical office setting

Other Significant Factors

Tour of Duty:

Monday-Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Pay, Plan, Series & Grade:

MS-0340-14

Promotion Potential:

None

Collective Bargaining Unit:

This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

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.

Emergency Designation

:

This position has been designated as Emergency. Employees occupying positions designated as Emergency are required to:

Provide advice, recommendations, and/or specific functional support necessary for the continuity of operations during a declared emergency. Remain at their duty station, or alternate work location (approved by their supervisor), if activated, when a situation or condition occurs and results in early dismissal for nonessential/non-emergency employees. Report to their duty station, when activated, on time and as scheduled when a situation or condition occurs during non-work hours, and results in the late arrival or closing of District government offices for non-essential/non-emergency employees. Telework during a declared emergency, instead of remaining or reporting to his or her duty station, if directed by the agency head (or designee), supervisor or manager. Carry or wear their official District government ID card during the period of the declared emergency, if not teleworking

Position Designation:

This position has been deemed

Security Sensitive

under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

Residency Preference

: When claiming residency preference, you are required and must agree in writing to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona fide Districts residency for the seven-year (7 year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.at

Residency Requirement

: 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.

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.