Program Officer, New Jersey state office

Posted by Corporation for National and Community Service on August 17, 2015

Job Title: Program Officer
Agency: Corporation for National and Community Service
Hiring Organization: Office of Field Liaison

SALARY RANGE: $42,214.00 to $58,814.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 17, 2015 to Monday, August 31, 2015

DUTY LOCATIONS: Trenton, NJ

JOB SUMMARY:
This position is located in the New Jersey State Office within the Office of Field Liaison, Department of the Chief of Program Operations, Corporation for National and Community Service (Corporation), Trenton, NJ.

ABOUT US:

Established in 1993, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) is a Federal agency that engages more than 5 million Americans in service through its core programs — Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and the Social Innovation Fund — and leads President Obama’s national call to service initiative, United We Serve.

As the nation’s largest grantmaker for service and volunteering, CNCS plays a critical role in strengthening America’s nonprofit sector and addressing our nation’s challenges through service.

CNCS harnesses America’s most powerful resource – the energy and talents of our citizens – to solve problems. We believe that everyone can make a difference and that all of us should try. From grade school through retirement, CNCS empowers Americans and fosters a lifetime of service.

Employer of National Service

As an Employer of National Service, CNCS is committed to providing job opportunities to national service participants. Accordingly, qualified AmeriCorps members (current and former), returned Peace Corps volunteers and other national service participants are encouraged to apply to our positions.

TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Within the state of New Jersey

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a United States Citizen
• A 2-year probationary period is required for new Federal employees
• Merit Promotion applicants must submit a SF-50 to verify Status and grade

DUTIES:
The incumbent will manage a portfolio of AmeriCorps*VISTA and Senior Corps projects for the state of New Jersey, and will be an active participant in furthering the mission and goals of the Corporation. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Provides technical assistance to project sponsors and monitors project/grants data indicators to affirm compliance with performance measurement requirements.
• Assists current and potential sponsors in planning, designing, and submitting grant applications consistent with CNCS guidance.
• Assures portfolio records are well organized and comply with office requirements; annually reviews, promotes and implements CNCS program guidance and directives with grantees, sponsors, and key partners; and records project status activities in project management systems.
• Continually reviewing and evaluating project operations through on-site compliance monitoring and electronic progress report review and feedback. Researches issues involving AmeriCorps VISTA member and/or Senior Corps program management, individual performance and conduct issues as assigned and upon supervisory approval, provides feedback relative to resolving such issues. Seeks guidance of colleagues to help meet customer needs.
• Under leadership of the State Program Director, fosters a collaborative relationship with CNCS-funded partners within the state. On occasion, may represent CNCS/State Office on assignments such as national projects/competitions, volunteer recruitment, community collaborations, and other public events; planning and serving as a resource in outreach efforts to new and diverse service providers; participating in state-wide conferences; supporting training events for AmeriCorps VISTA and Senior Corps projects; and participating in on-site monitoring of CNCS-funded initiatives or projects outside of AmeriCorps VISTA and Senior Corps.
• Serves in a non-leadership role on cluster or national review teams and work groups in order to fulfill State Office requirements and gain familiarity with CNCS’ various streams of service, their legal and regulatory foundation, and operational procedures. Completes State Office program and fiscal reporting requirements as may be assigned.

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