Government Program Manager Jobs in Edgewood, KY (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a part-time Administrative Specialist to support our Ohio Brownfield Program. The position is based out of our Cincinnati, Ohio office and would involve providing support on projects across the State of Ohio.
Position Summary

The Administrative Specialist will support our Ohio Brownfield Program with general administrative responsibilities, including operations and communication; contract compliance and record keeping; documentation management; client and stakeholder correspondence; and contract billing and receivables.  The role will provide support to the program manager and technical project managers during implementation of various environmental brownfield assessment and remediation projects.
Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Serve as key liaison with the Tetra Tech Program Manager, state agencies, and client stakeholders.
• Support planning, organizing, and tracking project invoicing and payment collection activities.
• Organize, schedule, and facilitate meetings with external stakeholders and internal team members.
• Support communication and planning between internal teams (technical, management, accounting) and external partners (vendors, clients, state agencies).
• Attend various client and local government meetings, conferences, and workshops.

• Support efforts to maintain and grow client relationships.
  Why Tetra Tech
  At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
  Your Impact
  Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
  Required Qualifications
   

• Bachelors Degree in environmental science, business administration, communications, office management, or related field.
• 10 to 15+ years of related experience.
• Previous experience managing or supporting implementation of state or federal grant funded programs and projects.
• Knowledge and understanding of State of Ohio funded grant programs, including programs administered by the Ohio Department of Development.
• Understanding of accounts receivable processes, cash collection procedures, and financial management practices.
• Experience facilitating and coordinating communication among various project stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely progress.
• Past experience working for or with local government entities.
• Must be able to conduct project site and client visits, which could include overnight travel.

This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Preferred Qualifications

Previous private or public sector client management and business development experience.
Physical Requirements

Must be able to travel and attend various client/stakeholder meetings and conferences.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors

Role responsibilities will require occasional project site and client visits up to approximately 10%, which could include overnight travel.
Additional Information

Due to the nature of the role,  the candidate needs to be located in Ohio, but remote work in this role is a possibility.

Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
   

Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.

The Hourly Rate position is $50.00 - $70.00, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.