PROGRAM MONITOR
Program Monitor sits in the competitive class of New Jersey's local-government civil service, so reaching it runs through testing and an eligible list instead of a straight hire.
It lists a bachelor's degree as the baseline, with an experience-based path open to those who do not hold the degree.
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Program Monitor is a local service title. It is filled by the counties, municipalities, authorities and other employers that have adopted civil service under Title 11A, not by State departments. Those employers set pay by ordinance or contract rather than from a State salary schedule, which is why most local titles carry no salary range here.
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Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under direction is responsible for in-depth reviewing, observing, and reporting on contracted funded programs to ascertain whether or not these programs are carried out in accord with contractual agreements or federal guidelines; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Reviews contracts, federal regulations, and other related data to familiarize oneself with goals and objectives of funded programs. Conducts onsite monitoring of funded programs using a standardized report sheet for the purpose of observing actual operation of the programs. Conducts field interviews of participants in these programs to ascertain if they are receiving proper training and/or benefits according to contractual agreements or federal guidelines. Reviews program records to collect factual data on the programs observed to establish if the programs are in compliance with contracted proposals or federal guidelines. Meets with various supervisory personnel and/or administrators to gather indepth information on their programs, goals, objectives, or problems. Compiles and interprets data for and prepares reports containing factual information, conclusions, and recommendations. Maintains records and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of approved methods of compiling and interpreting data for the purpose of writing factual reports. Ability to accept responsibility for the accuracy of the concerned work. Ability to understand noncomplex contractual agreements and/or federal regulations for the purpose of understanding the working of funded programs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, project participants, and sponsors. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which are different work week or work month and/or variants of the job class title: Job Spec Code State, Local or Common Class of Service Work Week State Class Code Local Class Code Salary Range
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. NOTE: Appointments may be made to positions requiring bilingual skills. Bilingual in Spanish and English. SPECIAL SKILL Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Four (4) years of professional experience in inspecting or reviewing activities or programs for compliance with established standards, guidelines, regulations, or contractual agreements or in the review, analysis, and evaluation of activities or programs to ascertain their adequacy, efficiency, deficiencies, and effectiveness in achieving their objectives. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions. LC N/A21-Bilingual In Spanish And EnglishLC N/A21- This job specification is for government use only. Salary range is only applicable to state government. Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions. 11/10/1998