PROGRAM MONITOR 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.
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.
07382- 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:
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.
REQUIREMENTS:
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.
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.
NOTE: "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.
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 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.
