Program associate h1.location_city

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Oversee and manage the Project's financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing profit and loss statements to ensure financial targets are met and profitability is maintained.
• Act as the primary contact for the state client.
• Ensure program operations are in compliance with all applicable requirements of the contract, as well as State and federal regulations.
• Ensure goals and objectives are established by Project Manager that support the overall Project strategies.
• Oversee all project administrative operations including budget, financial controls, and human resources.
• Plan, develop and schedule priorities for achieving operational and performance goals.
• Review management, productivity, and financial reports and studies to ensure program objectives are met.
• Participate in internal audits, research studies, forecasts, and modeling exercises to support Project direction and guidance.
• Manage operational managers, to include performance appraisals, mentoring, and professional / development guidance.
• Demonstrate a high level of dedication and proactive leadership in meeting corporate goals and program objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Contract & Executive Oversight

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the contract.
• Serve as the primary contact for the government client and designated contract representative.
• Ensure full compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and applicable federal regulations.
• Oversee subcontractors, clinics, and testing sites to ensure operational readiness and adequate supply levels.

Operational & Quality Management

• Oversee Program Managers managing daily contract execution.
• Ensure sufficient government-approved testing sites, qualified Test Administrators, and Emergency Responders are available to meet contract requirements.
• Oversee training, quality assurance visits, and monitoring of Test Administrators for compliance with program standards and manuals.
• Ensure required reports, including monthly training reports, are submitted accurately and on time.
• Lead resolution of employee and candidate complaints in coordination with the client.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

• Oversee budget development, forecasting, and financial performance of the contract.
• Review operational, productivity, and financial reports to ensure program objectives are achieved.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels, performance management, and leadership development of program management staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 10+ years of relevant professional experience required.
• Minimum three (7) years of experience supervising staff or managers.
• Minimum two (7) years of experience in a medical service-related, drug testing, or fitness testing program.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing clinic or health program operations (non-clinical), such as occupational health, urgent care operations management, or military readiness programs.
• Experience with federal health programs or readiness / fitness-testing operations preferred.
• Demonstrated financial oversight experience, including budget and P&L management.
• Strong leadership, compliance, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel as required and meet federal suitability requirements.
• Must meet any additional federal suitability or background requirements associated with the contract.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment.

Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package.

Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards.

Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off.

Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation.

Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment.

If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.

Minimum Salary

130,000.00

Maximum Salary

170,000.00