Job Summary
This position is located in the Office of Zoning Administration (OZA), Office of the Director, Department of Buildings (DOB). This office has the lead responsibility for ensuring that land use and building construction in the District of Columbia complies with zoning regulations, the D.C. Code, and other applicable laws.
This position functions as the Deputy Program Manager for Zoning and is, responsible for and provides the day-to-day supervision of the OZA team (comprised of zoning plan reviewers, zoning enforcement staff, program analysts, and program support staff) within the program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Incumbent plans, organizes, and supervises the operation of a program(s) and its activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the 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. Develops and analyzes program reports; directs the preparation of monthly and annual reports; directs the gathering and analysis of information and reports necessary to document and evaluate processes. Directs the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; adjusts plans and programs to meet emerging or new programs, while continuing to address major program priorities.
Directs the identification of service gaps, problems and deficiencies, and the development of new program and service strategies to improve, refine or broaden program areas in response to the needs of the District and the community. Develops plans and strategies to monitor and evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness based on established goals, outcomes, and benchmarks. Sets performance measures for program area. Analyzes program data and performance measures in relation to agency, local/state and national objectives for the program area. Tracks industry trends, local and regional program area issues, and District policy to ensure integration of program initiatives. Serves as a liaison between the agency and/or division, community agencies, citizen groups, developers, property managers, committees and commissions, 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 knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been 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 an office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday- Friday 8:15AM- 4:45PM
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MSS-0340-14
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS): At-will employment applies to the MSS. All positions and appointments in the MSS serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability Security Sensitive.
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 District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.
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.
