PROGRAM ASSISTANT II

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Planning & Community Assistance, has a full-time vacancy for a Program Assistant II.

SUMMARY :

To coordinate, monitor, and maintain project and financial information for locally administered projects and other bureau administrated services and programs, including Block Grant Aid.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Combination of education and experience in business management/administration, accounting or related fields.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements: Applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

Trainee Option: Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Requires thorough knowledge of MS Office software and the ability to learn other standard computer software in order to manipulate data between different software and maintain the Bureau webpage.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC):

Maintains accurate financial records of State and Federal Aid Programs administered by Bureau of Transportation, Bureau of Planning and Community Assistance.

Reviews, clarifies and explains Department services and program regulations and policies through contact with Federal, State and Municipal officials, other specialists within the agency and the public.

Coordinates the transfer of technical data from engineering section to Federal, State and Municipal officials in the form of financial and engineering reports for individual projects.

Prepares program status reports for distribution to Federal, State and Municipal agencies or officials.

Monitors and tracks project activities to insure adherence to and compliance with program Policies and Procedures.

Research, compiles and summarizes financial data and prepares reports and documents used in administrative decision-making.

May supervise one or more clerical employees.

For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact James Roberg, Administrator, at (603)-271-8025 or at [email protected]

For additional information contact William Watson, Administrator, at 603-271-3344 or [email protected].

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964