Job Description
Join Kansas City's award-winning public service team and build a stable career impacting your community. We're urgently seeking dedicated professionals to fill critical government roles with competitive benefits, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. As a government program specialist, you'll work on initiatives that directly shape our city's future while enjoying unmatched job security and work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement municipal programs aligned with city strategic goals
- Analyze policy impacts and prepare compliance reports for federal/state regulations
- Coordinate cross-departmental projects with stakeholders and community partners
- Manage grant applications and ensure fiscal accountability for allocated funds
- Conduct public outreach and facilitate community engagement sessions
- Prepare executive briefings and performance metrics for leadership review
- Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with record retention policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of government or nonprofit program management experience
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau)
- Valid Missouri driver's license with clean driving record
- Strong understanding of federal/state compliance requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with strict deadlines