Manager, Public Service Leadership Institute

INTRODUCTION 

The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a better government and a stronger democracy. We believe that our future and our democracy depend on our ability to solve big problems—and that we need an effective federal government to do so. For more than 20 years, we have helped make this vision a reality, helping our government—the public institution most fundamental to our democracy—address current and future challenges.  

Our staff is diverse in experience and perspective, but at our core, we share a lot of the same traits. We are mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive. Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values:   

• Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government   
• People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect   
• Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results   
• Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible   

We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process.  

POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Partnership is seeking a dynamic, collaborative and motivated project manager to join our Public Service Leadership Institute (PSLI) team to manage our AI Federal Leadership program for federal government employees.  

In 2019, the Partnership launched our Artificial Intelligence Federal Leadership program, in which members of the Senior Executive Service (SES) from across government attend a six-month program designed to help agency decision-makers better understand the opportunities around AI and prepare leaders to integrate AI technology with policy objectives. As the Partnership expands our work in the technology space, we are intentionally growing this program to create lasting and scalable change in government.  

This role will manage the day-to-day execution of the AI Federal Leadership program under the support and supervision of the program senior manager. Responsibilities include planning and execution, leading teams of executive coaches and program staff who deliver the programs to federal leaders and managing relationships with external stakeholders. 

This position is ideal for someone with a strong project management background who also has experience with delegation; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; experience designing and launching new programs and working with funders; and demonstrated experience in relationship management. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead the day-to-day management of the AI Federal Leadership program, including setting goals and objectives, establishing project plans, developing and monitoring budgets, tracking deliverables and reporting on task completion, risk management and driving results through program implementation. 
• Under the senior manager's supervision, lead the program team (including associate managers, junior staff and interns) to deliver the program. 
• Collaborate with executive coaches/facilitators, internal content designers and other subject matter experts to ensure program content and design are aligned and up to date with the Partnership’s Public Service Leadership Model. 
• Build and maintain relationships with staff, coaches, participants, government officials and other experts to ensure the successful design and delivery of the programs. 
• Engage other teams across the organization that support the success of our programs, including business development; operations; monitoring and evaluation; and communications. 
• Facilitate team meetings, planning conversations with coaches and consultants and occasional aspects of the programs, as needed.  
• Ensure programs achieve intended impacts and meet quality and revenue targets. 
• Monitor program evaluation results and act upon lessons learned to continuously improve programming. 
• Plan and manage events, both in-person and virtual, for federal employees and key stakeholders in a collaborative environment.  

KEY COMPETENCIES 

• Excellent project management skills, including prioritizing, planning, budgeting and decision-making. 
• Strong people management skills, including building teams, delegating effectively and developing others. 
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.  
• Ability to quickly build credibility and trust with stakeholders. 
• Ability to build consensus amongst various stakeholders. 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. 
• Willing and able to work effectively as part of a team across the larger enterprise, gathering and sharing information and insights, collaborating to solve problems and effectively connecting leadership development work to the broader organization. 
• Able to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and to organize multiple and varied projects simultaneously. 
• 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 work or military experience required. 
• Five to seven years of relevant work experience, including demonstrated success leading projects to accomplish results. 
• Knowledge of or experience with the federal workforce preferred. 
• Prior supervisory responsibilities preferred. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/REPORTING STRUCTURE 

This position reports to a senior manager or director. This position will directly and indirectly supervise associates and/or associate managers.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This job operates in a hybrid (remote + office) environment in Washington, DC, and requires the candidate to be a permanent resident in the Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia area. The person in this role is expected to work in the office, on average, two days per week. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer/scanner and MS Office.     

In assessing employee performance at the Partnership, we consider collaboration, results, demonstration of our values and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Our performance review process runs the calendar year; we conduct a performance check-in at mid-year and complete a formal full-year assessment at year end. Salary increases are based on the full-year performance assessment.    

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK 

This is a full-time, exempt position with regular work hours Monday-Friday. Occasional evening or weekend activities may be required. Please note that the Partnership allows flexibility in work schedules.

TRAVEL 

If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day. Very little out of the area and/or overnight travel will be required.    

SALARY AND BENEFITS 

The starting salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000. 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; commuter benefits; 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.