Program Manager of Design & Standards Integration - Administrative Officer 3

Full Job Description

Are you a design-minded leader ready to shape the standards that define the Commonwealth's spaces? The Program Manager of Design & Standards Integration serves as the agency's principal authority on furniture standards, architectural design guidelines, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) systems - driving consistency, innovation, and excellence across a statewide portfolio.

In this pivotal role, you will guide the development and evolution of standards that support modern, efficient, and high-quality spaces. You will also collaborate across bureaus, advise senior leadership on emerging trends and best practices, and ensure that design and BIM strategies align with long-term organizational goals and capital priorities. Operating with significant independence and strategic influence, you will help shape environments that enable effective government operations and elevate the experience of the communities we serve.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise, strategic thinking, and passion for design to a mission-driven organization. If you are motivated by public service and energized by the chance to make a lasting statewide impact, this role offers a meaningful path to advance your career while contributing to the Commonwealth's future!

Requirements

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enforcing enterprise-wide furniture, finish, and architectural standards.

This includes evaluating emerging technologies and workplace strategies as well as providing expert guidance to ensure consistent application and compliance.

Work also involves leading the development and governance of BIM standards, workflows, and data structures; overseeing, asset data, and system integrations to support lifecycle facility management; and ensuring consistent use across design, construction, and operations teams.

You will have the opportunity to serve as the primary liaison coordinating standards, technologies, and design requirements across real estate, design, construction, maintenance, IT, and procurement.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Leading cross-functional efforts to resolve complex issues and ensure consistency
• Monitoring industry trends and regulatory requirements
• Conducting research and recommending updates to policies and standards to maintain compliance, innovation, and performance
• Developing and overseeing training programs related to standards and BIM
• Leading continuing education initiatives and providing mentorship and technical support to internal teams and partners

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week.

In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• Note: This position requires travel to Harrisburg, or other locations around the state to conduct site visits or attend in person meetings.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management of staff work in public or private organization, including experience in personnel management budgeting or procurement; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college or university; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have possession of a valid driver's license.
• You must possess extensive working knowledge of commercial furniture systems.
• You must have deep working knowledge of Autodesk Revit.
• You must possess a thorough understanding of building codes, ADA compliance requirements, and construction regulations.
• You must have excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• You must be committed to professional development and staying current with industry trends.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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