PROGRAM SPECIALIST 3 BILINGUAL IN SPANISH & ENGLISH
Bilingual In Spanish & English
Career Family: PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Program Specialist 3 Bilingual in Spanish & English is a state title in New Jersey's competitive civil service, which means the way in is an open exam rather than a direct appointment.
On paper it calls for a master's degree, though the specification lets enough relevant experience stand in for the degree. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $83,582 to $122,832, and state payroll currently lists about 244 people in the title, led by Human Services.
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This title is filled by competitive examination.
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Program Specialist 3 Bilingual in Spanish & English appears on the State payroll at 19 departments, most of them at Department of Human Services.
State departments
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Pay ladder: Program Specialist series
- Program Specialist 1 — $60,876 – $88,743
- Program Specialist 2 — $69,668 – $101,951
- Program Specialist 3 — $87,507 – $128,719
- Program Specialist 4 — $100,498 – $148,187
Its top salary lands around the 69th percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY 2027 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 244 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $107,301. The agencies employing the most are:
- Human Services (64)
- Health and Senior Services (43)
- Environmental Protection (42)
- Children and Families (29)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
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 the general supervision of a Program Specialist 4 or other supervisory officer in a state department, institution or agency, or in a local jurisdiction, directly supervises professional and/or technical staff engaged in program activities, performs the more complex and sensitive professional, administrative and analytical work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment; conducts the research and field work necessary to meet the needs of the appropriate state and/or local public or private agencies; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related work. SPECIAL NOTE: An incumbent in this class conducts in-depth analysis, reviews program proposals, evaluates and monitors program activities, and/or prepares recommendations aimed at developing, implementing, or modifying programs. Incumbents review proposed draft regulatory changes for fiscal or programmatic impact and make recommendations regarding the development and revision of agency policies based on changes to State and federal laws and regulations. Incumbents handle the more sensitive and complex program issues and act as a subject matter expert. Assignments at this level are broadly defined; incumbents are expected to determine the methods needed to achieve objectives. May supervise staff engaged in program activities. Positions performing work specific to human/social services programs, socio-economic programs, or regulatory programs shall be classified within the respective variant series. 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.
Examples of work
Supervises or performs the more complex and sensitive administrative, analytical and professional work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs, evaluate employee performance and conduct, and have responsibility for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, and/or disciplining of subordinates Identifies program deficiencies and develops corrective action strategies in support of established goals Plans, coordinates, implements and upgrades existing programs in assigned area Develops rule proposals and adoption documents to implement programs in assigned area Researches and identifies available funding sources, develop and reviews grant applications, and writes proposals; negotiates and monitors contracts or grants Responds to requests for information regarding program activities or requirements Provides guidance and technical assistance regarding program activities to agencies and program clients Researches, collects, and disseminates information regarding assigned program(s) Handles sensitive and complex program issues and acts as a subject matter expert Monitors expenditure of budgeted funds Reviews proposed/existing legislation and administrative/operational procedures, and submits recommendations for changes Supervises and/or conducts surveys or other studies to help identify program needs Participates in the development and implementation of department/agency initiatives Establishes business relationships with potential funding sources via phone call, visit, and/or letter of inquiry Develops and monitors program evaluation strategies Supervises and/or conducts the more difficult onsite evaluations or audits to ensure compliance with regulations and/or contract terms; prepares related reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations Supervises the preparation of, and/or prepares informational materials such as manuals, guides and handbooks Plans and conducts program outreach and promotional activities Organizes and conducts education/training workshops Trains staff involved in program activities Assists in the performance of professional recruitment, admissions/ placement activities for the program Serves as a program liaison to a variety of parties including federal, State and local government officials and providers Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with other State and local code enforcement officials Prepares charts, tables and other graphic representations needed for the planning, operation and implementation of program activities Reviews, analyzes and prepares written materials such as letters, reports, correspondence and other documents related to the program functions Maintains essential records, reports 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
Appointee 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 the methods and procedures used in planning, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating and/or implementing programs Knowledge of the methods used to collect and analyze data Knowledge of methods used to research and identify public and private funding sources Knowledge of the methods and procedures used to prepare and submit proposals for funding Knowledge of program evaluation and assessment techniques Knowledge of the principles and practices of contract compliance monitoring Ability to supervise assigned staff and plan, organize, and implement projects within the unit Ability to conduct periodic evaluations of programs, and provide recommendations for improvement Ability to handle sensitive and complex program issues and act as a subject matter expert Ability to organize assigned tasks, provide instruction to employees and review their work Ability to conduct surveys, independent research and field investigations Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret laws, rules, regulations, standards and policies and apply them to specific situations Ability to research and identify public and private funding sources Ability to prepare proposals for funding Ability to prepare informational materials Ability to train staff involved in program activities Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, groups and others involved in the operation of the program Ability to establish business relationships with potential funding sources via phone call, visit, and/or letter of inquiry Ability to review, analyze and prepare written materials such as letters, reports, correspondence and other documents related to the program functions Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate and comprehensive reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations Ability to represent the department or agency at conferences, meetings and other events Ability to maintain essential records and files Ability to learn 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, or 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 essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 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
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. Seven (7) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying, and/or evaluating agency programs and services. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. OR Possession of a master's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate to the position; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions. CCNL2603R26-Bilingual In Spanish & EnglishSCNL26N/AR26- This job specification is for government use only. Salary range is only applicable to state government. Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions. 12/9/2017