Program Analyst at COUNTY OF MERCER – TRENTON, New Jersey

EXTENSIONSERVICES PROGRAM ANALYST

CIVILSERVICE TITLE:Analyst Trainee (eligible for advancement to Assistant Program Analyst aftersuccessful 12-month training period)

DIVISION: Extension Services

SALARY: $40,480 - $54,325 (as AnalystTrainee); eligible for advancement to Assistant Program Analyst ($50,269 -$83,721) after successful 12-month training period

LOCATION: 1440 Parkside Avenue, Ewing, NJ

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30PM, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break

JOBSPECIFICATION: https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/08056.htm

REPORTSTO: CountyExtension Department Head

POSITION(S)AVAILABLE: 1

POSITIONOVERVIEW:

MercerCounty is seeking a motivated and organized professional to support the manyprograms of Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, including thoseprovided through 4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources, andFamily and Community Health Sciences.

This rolerequires strong organizational and time-management skills, the ability toprioritize tasks and coordinate multiple initiatives at a time, a high level ofprofessionalism, and strong communication and technical skills.

While thesuccessful candidate will begin as an Analyst Trainee, they will be eligiblefor promotion to Assistant Program Analyst after a 12-month training period.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

ProgramReview, Planning, and Coordination

• Learns toreview annual programs to strengthen all aspects of program planning andimplementation.
• Learns tocoordinate program marketing, enrollment, and communications – serving as a keycontact for multiple initiatives.
• Learns tocoordinate program logistics, including planning, budgeting, supplies,catering, etc.

ProgramEvaluation and Reporting

• Learns tocollect and compile data to support program evaluation efforts.
• Learns touse data to create charts and other associated figures for programmaticreporting purposes, including grant proposals and funder updates.
• Learns topromote program outcomes and impacts via news blogs, e-newsletters, socialmedia, and updates to multiple websites.

Other

• Learnsmultiple information systems to support all of the above, including BetterImpact, PEARS for Extension, and ZSuite.
• Serves asa first line of support on all IT issues, including AV and connectivity supportfor online, hybrid, and in-person classes and programs.
• Schedulesthe daily use of meeting rooms by a variety of stakeholder groups and Countydepartments.
• Serves asa first point of contact for walk-ins and telephone inquiries from the public,volunteers, and participants.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicantsmust possess one of the following:

• Four (4)years of professional experience relevant to the position

OR

• Abachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, & ABILILITIES:

• Strongorganizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multipleprojects and deadlines.
• Ability tocommunicate effectively and professionally with employees, volunteers, programparticipants, partnering organizations, and funders.
• Ability towork independently while also collaborating within a team environment.
• Stronginterpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and externalcollaborators and partners.
• Ability toreview, interpret, and evaluate data and other information.
• Ability toprepare technically sound, accurate, and informative reports.
• Ability touse various types of information systems for enrollment and reporting purposes.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite. Experience inany of the following is also preferred: Canva, Constant Contact, Qualtrics,WordPress, and/or similar.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY:

Mercer County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and professional development of our employees. Benefits include:

• Access to health and wellness coverage
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans
• Generous paid time off and leave programs
• Ongoing training and tuition assistance

Mercer County EEO/ Civil Service Statement & Residency Requirements:

Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.

Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.