Research and Information Services Program Manager
Summary
A program manager with Montana's Department of Commerce in Helena who leads the Research and Information Services team, overseeing census/state data programs, industry development, resort-area economic analysis, and two Department of Energy federal grants. Day-to-day work centers on team leadership, stakeholder coordination with the U.S. Census Bureau, and demographic/economic data analysis.
About the Department
The Department of Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work, live and play. We work alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs, grow businesses, develop affordable housing, and improve community infrastructure.
We uphold excellence, integrity, engagement, and innovation by delivering respectful, creative, and accountable service through collaborative, resilient teams. Rooted in a deep love for Montana, we proudly embody its authenticity, independence, and industry as we serve and partner with Montanans.
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About the Position
This role is the program manager for the Research and Information Services team. The successful candidate will provide leadership, strategy and vision within the team’s four core functions\:
Census and Economic Information Center\:
This position is the main contact for the State of Montana with the U.S. Census Bureau and leads the State Data program in addition to a team who help provide resources based on census data including economic and demographic analysis, data, maps and more.
Work with stakeholders to ensure accurate counts during the decennial census.
Industry Development Program\:
This position helps to identify and facilitate investments in projects to help grow Montana’s core industries and our economy.
Leads a team of two program specialists to provide industry assistance to Montana businesses.
Resort Area & Community Analysis\:
This position oversees an economist who completes the economic analysis to determine if communities are eligible to become a resort area or resort community based on state statute.
Provide data analysis support and act as a resource for the team.
Federal grants administration\:
This position helps to manage two large-scale grants through the Department of Energy to help build Montana’s energy capacity and realize its potential as an energy leader.
This position will ensure the team monitors project progress, completes necessary federal reporting and meets all grant requirements.