AI Program Manager

We are seeking an experienced AI Program Manager who is local in Sacramento CA for this is a hybrid role. This role provides direct oversight of AI pilots program execution and operational integration. The position ensures enterprise alignment of AI initiatives manages financial sustainability and measures value realization to demonstrate impact. Acting as the execution engine for AI adoption this position collaborates across business units IT and executive leadership to operationalize responsible and scalable AI practices.

Expansion of AI POCs and Pilots

Oversee the structured growth of AI pilots and proof-of-concepts (POCs).

Evaluate readiness for scale manage stakeholder engagement and ensure responsible repeatable adoption of AI across programs and districts.

Apply lessons learned from pilots to drive enterprise-wide capability building and continuous improvement.

Manage AI Costs and Financial Forecasting

Track and forecast AI-related costs including infrastructure licensing and workforce planning.

Support proactive financial management and ensure investments align with strategic and operational priorities.

Report on budget utilization and long-term financial sustainability of AI programs.

AI Model Monitoring

Implement and manage monitoring processes for AI model performance accuracy and drift detection.

Ensure ongoing model reliability fairness and compliance with state and agency standards.

Support model lifecycle governance updates and retirement as needed.

Performance and Value Realization Management

Establish and maintain frameworks (KPIs OKRs) to measure business and operational impact of AI solutions.

Track realized benefits cost savings and service improvements.

Provide performance reports and dashboards to communicate outcomes and value to leadership and stakeholders.

Transparency and Disclosure Management

Oversee compliance with AB 2013 transparency requirements for dataset and AI model disclosures.

Maintain documentation and publication processes to foster accountability and public trust.

Partner with communications and compliance teams to ensure consistent accurate reporting.

Cross-Functional Program Support

Contribute to Executive Communications Support (Role 3) for AI program updates and reporting.

Prepare briefing materials dashboards and presentations for executive and legislative stakeholders.

Support coordination across agencies vendors and technical partners to ensure unified AI governance.

Mandatory Qualifications

• 5 years of program or project management experience in technology data or AI-driven initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional programs with measurable business outcomes.
• Proven analytical budgeting and forecasting skills.
• Strong stakeholder communication documentation and reporting skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management capabilities.

Desired Qualifications

Education Certification Training & Experience

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1