Associate Manager, Leadership Development
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Partnership is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and motivated project manager to join our Leadership Development team. The Associate Manager will play a critical role in the Partnership’s work developing strong government leaders who can address our country’s biggest challenges more effectively. This role will support the Partnership’s agency-specific leadership development programming.
Our agency-specific leadership programs range from webinar series and one-day seminars to multi-year programming focused on complex challenges facing federal agencies. One of our largest initiatives to date has been with the Department of Labor, where we worked with thousands of leaders across the country. Through this work we developed federal executives through our Executive Onboarding Program, trained all supervisors on key leadership competencies through our one- and four-day sessions, developed and implemented programming for aspiring leaders, and created customized interventions to address sub-component-specific challenges. Typical programming at the sub-component level have included team retreats focused on vision-setting, customer service and team norms; diversity, equity, and inclusion training for all employees across the country; team and individual coaching for the executive and leadership team.
This person will work closely with the senior manager on our agency programming to manage individual custom engagements. This will include leading out on program operations, delivery, communications and team coordination. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player able to organize multiple assignments, take ownership, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and bring an innovative mindset to solving problems. They will have the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, customers and our partners. They will demonstrate a commitment to public service and have an interest in taking on increasing responsibility for program management and supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- With senior-level oversight, manage small-to-medium sized leadership programs at federal agencies.
- Manage day-to-day operation and logistics, including session agendas, materials, event planning, expenses, staffing, platforms and more for both in-person and virtual programming.
- Manage relationships with senior officials and training coordinators in the federal government.
- Work closely with and support senior manager on strategy, planning and design.
- Create and disseminate internal and external program communications.
- Coordinate peers, associates, interns, and facilitators to deliver programs, including tracking tasks, reviewing deliverables and supporting team members to problem-solve and deliver excellent customer service.
- Identify and implement process improvements and potential automations to improve team efficiency and better deliver on in-person and virtual programming.
- Support program production and delivery for program components as needed.
- Ensure team is meeting its inclusivity and equity commitments including supporting participants and team members with accessibility needs.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strong project management skills, with demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage various priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong relationship building and management skills with external and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail, quality and value.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Adept at working in a fast-paced and high-energy environment.
- Demonstrated presentation and meeting facilitation skills.
- Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems, and effectively connecting the organization’s leadership programming to our broader mission.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
- Commitment to the values of public service; the mission of the Partnership for Public Service; and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional work or military experience required.
- Minimum of two to four years of experience that includes project management and work with multiple stakeholders.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite of software, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams, required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/REPORTING STRUCTURE
This position will report to a senior manager on the Leadership Development team. The position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities but may supervise interns.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment in Washington, DC. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer, and scanner. Please note that because of COVID-19, Partnership staff are currently working remotely.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position with regular work hours Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note that because of COVID-19, the Partnership is currently allowing maximum flexibility in work schedules.
TRAVEL
Local travel to various federal agencies and other sites will be required. Some out-of-state and/or overnight travel may be required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The Partnership offers a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; long- and short-term disability insurance; a 401(k) program with a 4 percent employer match; opportunities for training and development; 15 days of annual leave per year, 10 days of sick leave per year, plus all federal holidays and the day after Thanksgiving off; and use of an on-site exercise facility.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
The Partnership is an inclusive organization that fosters learning, collaboration, and respect. We actively recruit for diversity in our workplace, believing that a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences contributes to our mission of revitalizing government. The Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.
VACCINATION POLICY
Effective October 15, 2021, all Partnership employees, regardless of position or physical location, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as a condition of employment. A simple unnotarized copy of the official vaccination card or a notarized COVID-19 Vaccination Form attesting to full vaccination must be provided to the Vice President of Human Resources, prior to October 15, 2021. For new employees starting work with the Partnership on or after October 1, 2021, the documentation must be provided within two weeks after the start date.
If you believe you qualify for an exception from the requirements of this policy, for medical reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs, you must provide a letter (on letterhead) from your doctor or clergy to the Vice President of Human Resources by the above deadline. The Partnership will explore potential reasonable accommodations for you that would not cause undue hardship to the Partnership. However, such reasonable accommodations are not required and cannot be guaranteed.