HIV/STD Prevention Program ManagerAugusta , Maine , United States | Public Health | Full-time | Partially remote Apply by: Sept. 13, 2024 Apply with Linkedin ApplyDepartment of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Health Program ManagerOpening Date: August 30, 2024Closing Date: September 13, 2024Job Class Code:4240Grade: 26 (Supervisory)Salary: $59,716.80 - $84,468.80 per yearPosition Number: 2000-2241 Position Location:This is a full-time position located in Augusta. This opportunity allows partial telework with management approval. This is open to current State of Maine employees with promotional status within the Department of Health and Human The Infectious Disease Prevention Program within the Maine CDC is looking for a Health Program Manager to lead the HIV/STD Program, including managing the HIV Prevention and Surveillance and STD grants, budgets, and related contracts. The HIV/STD Prevention Program coordinates community-based and clinical HIV/STD testing, outreach, and education services; disease surveillance; navigation for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP); and Disease Intervention Services (DIS), including case investigation, provider education, linkage to care, and data to care initiatives.As the Program Manager, you will provide vision, leadership, oversight, and accountability for all HIV/STD Prevention services. This position directly oversees a budget of about $2.5 - $3 million annually, including federal grants and State funds. The Program Manager is responsible for procurement and monitoring of contracts to deliver services, including approving invoices and payments. The Program Manager supervises five full-time staff, including embedded contractors, and provides technical assistance to community partners. Candidates with strong interpersonal, leadership, budgeting, and organizational skills will thrive.Core ResponsibilitiesAs a key member of the Infectious Disease Prevention team, your core responsibilities will include: Coordinate, implement, and evaluate statewide HIV/STD Prevention services and the related components of the Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan. Manage federal grants, including annual application, reporting requirements, participation in comprehensive site visits, and policy monitoring. Develop Requests for Proposals according to State procurement processes and then execute and monitor contracts for services to ensure implementation and achievement of quality outcomes. Interpret and develop policies related to HIV/STD Prevention services. Oversee program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain cost containment strategies, as needed. Collaborate with other staff, community partners, and consumer stakeholders to develop each five-year Integrated HIV Prevention and Care Plan and carry out activities. Participate in legislative and rulemaking activities as assigned. Provide community leadership and program representation at national, regional, state, and local levels. Ensure supervision, training, and development of assigned program staff. Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:(Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience).A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health or Health Sciences, Health Education, one of the Behavioral Sciences, Public Administration, or Education -AND- three (3) years’ experience in health program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation -OR- an equivalent seven (7) year combination of education, training, and experience.Preferred candidates will also have: Previous staff management experience Excellent follow-through Strong oral and written communication skills Knowledge and experience with infectious disease, specifically HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia, The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners Strong computer skills Strong budgeting experience Ability to work with managers and staff to identify training needs and research information on training/meeting opportunities, or to provide outreach materials for systems in need of technical assistance The ability to guide strategic discussions and help groups to reach decisions that will further the mission of the Infectious Disease Prevention Program Experience directly related to management of Federal grants and related policies and regulationThinking about applying?Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.Agency information: TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.For additional information about this positionplease contact Tara Thomas , Acting Senior Health Program Manager, at (207) 287-5199.To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter with your application. Please submit all documents or files in PDF format.To request a paper application, please contact Ashley.Smith@Maine.gov (Ashley.Vigue@Maine.gov) .Benefits of working for the State of Maine:No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/workplace-posters) .
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
