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Requisition ID:  117301

Public Innovators Network Lead

The Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University (the Center) seeks a Public Innovators Network Lead to provide programmatic oversight of a dynamic and growing global network of thousands of public innovators who work in government and are committed to using innovation, data, collaboration, and resident engagement to deliver exceptional results for people. Launched in 2022, the Network has provided training, special experience, and recognition for cities and leaders who are addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced by today’s government – from hiring to the need for climate action. The Network is the premier place for peer learning among innovators and access cutting-edge resources for local government employees. Through an expanding series of virtual and in-person programs and events, the Public Innovators Network will continue to grow under the leadership of this role.


The first of its kind in the world, the Center aims to advance the field of public sector innovation by marrying cutting-edge practice with world class research to transform the culture of government, deliver exceptional results for residents, and inspire trust in public service. The Public Innovators Network Lead will design dynamic experiences and deliver cutting-edge solutions for a growing community of city leaders who are part of the network. The Public Innovators Network Lead will represent both the Center and the Public Innovators Network to external stakeholders, including funders, partner organizations, and subject matter experts.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all aspects of program design, strategic development and refinement, as well as program delivery.
  • Design and develop a robust catalogue of member benefits and events which spotlight new ideas, best practices, and build community.
  • Continuously improve and scale the program by sharing project frameworks, tools, and best practices that can be easily adopted to increase delivery efficiency.
  • Design and implement promotion and program recruitment strategies to meet ambitious membership goals.
  • Develop, recommend, and administer policies, procedures, and processes in support of programmatic operations.
  • Manage the development of program artifacts such as briefings, messaging, and presentations.
  • Prepare and present program status reports, risk management, and other program lifecycle reports and documentation to Center’s leadership, program partners, and funder.
  • Lead multiple stakeholders and decision makers through design and approval processes for program membership, events, and activities.
  • Maintain strong relationships and foster collaboration among a broad set of stakeholders, including funders, institutional partners, senior government officials, and private sector and nonprofit leaders.
  • Supervise staff and work collaboratively across internal departments to execute and deliver at the highest-quality.
  • Perform other duties, as assigned.


Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Superior organizational skills and ability to set priorities and respond quickly as priorities change.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to collect and synthesize
  • information and provide summary reports.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build good relationships with peers and to
  • interact with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong management skills with an ability to provide clear and actionable direction to
  • develop the team and continuously improve team performance.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and calendars simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, working effectively at both a system-wide level and on specific challenges within a particular project.
  • Ability to represent the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation and its partners before mayors and other government officials.
  • Ability to determine what successful application of human-centered design and systems thinking principles looks like and how to coach others accordingly.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in related field.
  • Five years of related experience in a university or business development setting, with at least three years managing staff.
  • Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Five (5) years of experience in the field of government innovation.
  • Experience in a leadership position in local government, design, or management consulting.
  • Experience developing and implementing design-based innovation programs and processes.
  • Successful experience in program management and project management of complex initiatives from design to completion.
  • Experience managing with government, nonprofit, and philanthropic stakeholders.
  • Experience managing diverse teams.
  • Experience managing vendors and partners in collaborative projects or delivery efforts.

 

 

Classified Title: Sr. Program Manager 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Public Innovators Network Lead   
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PG  
Starting Salary Range: $99,800 - $200,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am-5:30pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Ctrs for Govt Excellence & Public Innova  
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
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Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Hybrid: On-site 1-2 days a week

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