What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist 2 position at State of Washington?
About the Position:
This position assists in planning, organizing and coordinating operations within the Work Zone Speed Safety Program. The position provides technical assistance to program participants, staff and outside entities; supports implementation of program policies and procedures; identifies operational issues; and recommends improvements to program processes.
About Field Operations Bureau - Headquarters:
The Field Operations Bureau Headquarters' (FOBHQ) primary responsibility is to support the field force in achieving its goals and objectives. FOBHQ also maintains several programs and external partnerships to improve public safety on the highways and in the community.
About the Agency:
The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.Our new teammate will be able to:
- Coordinate assigned activities and provide support to the WZSC Program and Program Specialist 3.
- Coordinate the identification, collection, and preparation of program records responsive to subpoenas and other legal processes, consistent with established procedures and agency requirements.
- Provide support for FOB HQ related projects and programs.
- Fulfill the agency’s legal obligations related to public disclosure requests.
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduation or GED.
- Two years of program coordination, administrative program support, records management, or related work. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
- Ability to work professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Equity Competencies:
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
- Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01.
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.
Questions?
Please contact Erica Henderson at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.henderson@wsp.wa.gov.
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Salary : $45,924 - $61,332