Job Details
PROGRAM SPECIALIST 3 (project)
2026-01-26 State of Washington all cities,AK
Description:
Required Qualifications/Experience:
Supplemental Information:
How to Apply:
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically through NeoGov. Simply click the green "Apply" button in the upper right-hand corner to get started.
Please attach the following to your online application:
We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to an interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
Applications from this posting may be used for up to 60 days to fill additional vacancies.
Veteran's Preference
Applicants who meet the required qualifications for the position and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click
We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Contact Us:
If you have questions, contact Human Resources at
WSCJTC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSCJTC does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit .
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
01
Do you have a degree in business administration, public administration, curriculum design, criminal justice, law and justice or a related field? Mark the option that most closely applies.
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In response to the question above, list the type of degree you earned and how it applies to this position.
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How many years of professional experience do you have working for federal, state or local government in a position requiring project management?
04
In response to the question above, list the government agency (or agencies) you worked for and the project management responsibilities you were assigned.
05
How many years of technical writing experience do you have?
06
In response to the question above, provide an overview of your technical writing experience.
07
In the space below, explain any grant work experience you have.
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How many years of professional experience do you have in execution planning and coordination?
09
In response to the question above, provide details of your execution planning and coordination experience.
10
How many years of professional experience do you have drafting communication plans and written materials for diverse audiences?
11
In response to the question above, provide details of type of communication plans and written materials you have experience drafting.
12
Select that apply the software applications in which you have an intermediate to advanced skill level. Check all that apply.
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If you marked Project Management Software above, please list the name of the software you have intermediate to advanced skill level.
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Salary: $4,882.00 - $6,576.00 Monthly
Location : King County - Burien, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: PS3 GBVD #0244_2026
Department: Criminal Justice Training Commission
Opening Date: 01/17/2026
Closing Date: 2/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
This is a project position currently funded through June 30, 2027.
The Opportunity:
The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is hiring a Program Specialist 3 to support the State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) grant. This role serves as the central liaison between subject matter experts (SMEs), curriculum developers, and training implementation teams. The Program Specialist 3 will ensure seamless coordination, documentation, and tracking of all deliverables associated with SCIP grant. This position is critical to ensuring training initiatives are aligned with legislative mandates and statewide strategic goals.
If you're an experienced administrative professional with project management experience who thrives on communication and coordination with diverse audiences and you have a passion for advancing public safety through criminal justice training, we encourage you to apply!
The Benefits:
WSCJTC offers outstanding healthcare benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.
At the WSCJTC, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
Duties
Duties assigned to this position include (but are not limited to):
- Serve as the central point of contact for work outlined in the SCIP grant ensuring coordination across SMEs, curriculum, and training teams.
- Monitor SCIP grant activities to ensure alignment with established program goals and parameters.
- Track, follow up, and report status toward project goals and timelines for deliverables ensuring compliance with milestones.
- Liaise with criminal justice agencies and impacted community groups (victims of related crimes, firearms retailers, etc.) to gather feedback aligning with statutory requirements.
- Maintain detailed records of grant-related activities, including model policy documents, curriculum development materials, records of training delivery, budgets, and other regulatory compliance records.
- Assist with the development of communication materials such as FAQs and the WSCJTC SCIP webpage and took-kit.
- Assist with development, editing, testing, and review of courses during construction. Compile, organize, and review material for course and content creation, including mandated training for law enforcement, prosecutors, and 911.
- Compile research material, literature reviews, and synthesize information from academic studies for review by SMEs to supplement and/or cite content for curriculum development.
- Ensure proper citation and usage permissions for all training materials; obtain approvals or initiate purchases as needed.
- Receive, log, and maintain records in accordance with the Public Records Act, state of Washington and agency specific retention schedules, and agency policy.
Required Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, criminal justice, law and justice or similar/related from an institution of higher learning accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent.
- At least six (6) years of professional experience within federal, state, or local government in positions requiring project management.
- At least ten (10) years of professional experience within federal, state, or local government in positions requiring project management.
- At least two years of experience in technical writing.
- Two (2) years of experience in positions requiring execution planning and coordination.
- Two (2) years of experience in positions requiring professional level communication including drafting verbal communication plans and written materials for diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated experience in positions requiring strong customer service skills and building positive professional relationships necessary to establish and foster effective working relationships with internal and external partners and students.
- Demonstrated experience and articulated comfort working in fast-paced environments with shifting and often competing priorities.
- Quality problem solving skills include analysis and strategy.
- Strong work ethic, self-directed, and ability to work well independently and as a member of team.
- Ability to adhere to agency's vision, mission, and values.
- Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite and other project management software.
- Master's degree in business administration, public administration, curriculum design or similar.
- Previous Federal grant work.
- Knowledge of Washington State laws related to protection orders, firearm possession, and relinquishment, and domestic violence laws, or the ability to develop such knowledge quickly.
Supplemental Information:
How to Apply:
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically through NeoGov. Simply click the green "Apply" button in the upper right-hand corner to get started.
Please attach the following to your online application:
- A chronological Resume outlining your experience to date.
- A Letter of Interest detailing your qualifications, and why you believe you are the best person for this role, and
- A minimum of three (3) professional references who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.
We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to an interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
Applications from this posting may be used for up to 60 days to fill additional vacancies.
Veteran's Preference
Applicants who meet the required qualifications for the position and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click
We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Contact Us:
If you have questions, contact Human Resources at
WSCJTC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSCJTC does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit .
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
01
Do you have a degree in business administration, public administration, curriculum design, criminal justice, law and justice or a related field? Mark the option that most closely applies.
- No, I do not have a degree
- Yes, I have an associate's degree
- Yes, I have a bachelor's degree
- Yes, I have a master's degree
- Yes, I have a doctorate degree
- No, I have a degree in another field
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In response to the question above, list the type of degree you earned and how it applies to this position.
03
How many years of professional experience do you have working for federal, state or local government in a position requiring project management?
- I do not have project management experience in a government agency.
- I have LESS THAN 6 years of project management experience in a government agency.
- At least 6 years of project management experience in a government agency.
- At least 7 years of project management experience in a government agency.
- At least 8 years of project management experience in a government agency.
- At least 9 years of project management experience in a government agency.
- 10 or more years of project management experience in a government agency.
04
In response to the question above, list the government agency (or agencies) you worked for and the project management responsibilities you were assigned.
05
How many years of technical writing experience do you have?
- I do not have technical writing experience.
- Less than two years of technical writing experience.
- At least two years of technical writing experience.
- At least three years of technical writing experience.
- At least four years of technical writing experience.
- Five or more years of technical writing experience.
06
In response to the question above, provide an overview of your technical writing experience.
07
In the space below, explain any grant work experience you have.
08
How many years of professional experience do you have in execution planning and coordination?
- Less than two years of experience.
- At least two years of experience.
- At least three years of experience.
- At least four years of experience.
- At least five years of experience.
- More than five years of experience.
09
In response to the question above, provide details of your execution planning and coordination experience.
10
How many years of professional experience do you have drafting communication plans and written materials for diverse audiences?
- Less than two years of experience.
- At least two years of experience.
- At least three years of experience.
- At least four years of experience.
- At least five years of experience.
- More than five years of experience.
11
In response to the question above, provide details of type of communication plans and written materials you have experience drafting.
12
Select that apply the software applications in which you have an intermediate to advanced skill level. Check all that apply.
- Excel
- MS Outlook
- MS Word
- MS Teams
- Adobe Acrobat
- Project Management Software
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If you marked Project Management Software above, please list the name of the software you have intermediate to advanced skill level.
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