Job Description
Join the City of Long Beach and build a rewarding career with unmatched benefits! We're seeking a full-time Government Program Specialist to support critical public initiatives remotely. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. This role offers stability, purpose, and the flexibility to make an impact from anywhere in the United States.
As a key member of our public administration team, you'll drive policy implementation and community engagement while enjoying work-life balance through our hybrid remote structure. Our commitment to employee wellness includes mental health resources, tuition reimbursement, and family-friendly policies. Apply today to join a government agency that invests in its people!
Responsibilities
- Design and implement government programs aligned with city policy objectives
- Analyze community needs and data to inform program development
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams and external stakeholders
- Monitor program performance and prepare compliance reports
- Manage budgets and resource allocation for assigned initiatives
- Conduct public outreach and facilitate community feedback sessions
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 3+ years of government program management experience
- Strong analytical and quantitative research skills
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience with grant writing and compliance reporting
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of California municipal government operations preferred