TERM Program Manager I, Grade 23

Posting number: 2026-00483

Department: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: HHS 60 Children Youth and Family Services Division

Job classification: Program Manager I

Posting type: Internal/External Applicants

Categories: Administration, Community Services, Health Services, Management, Professional, Paraprofessional, Human Services, Community Development, Customer Service, Records Management, Business, Communications, Community and Social Services, Office and Administrative Support, Program Management, Database Administration

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Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $78,929 to $116,781, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.TERM Program Manager IChildren Youth and Family Services DivisionThis is a one-year term position with an expiration date of July 1, 2027WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for the delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meet the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults, and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

The TERM Program Manager Iposition for the Lighthouse Initiative leads the analysis of considerable data, identifying various approaches and alternatives, and developing recommendations/drafting decisions for the consideration or issuance by senior management.

Responsibilities of this position will include, but will not be limited to:

• Developing and coordinating standardized processes and procedures for data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Monitoring contractor and grantee compliance with reporting requirements.
• Providing technical assistance related to data entry and reporting.
• Overseeing achievement of key metrics for the program.
• Analyzing program data to make data-driven recommendations to management for continuous quality improvement.
• Supporting additional program evaluation activities, as needed.
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

• Work Offsite Location:This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office.
• Evening and Weekend Hours:This position requires the ability to work some evening and weekend hours.
• This is a one-year term position with an expiration date of July 1, 2027

• Experience:Considerable (3) years of professional experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Equivalency/Substitution:An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevance of training, and experience in the following areas:

1. Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work or a related field (e.g., psychology, human services, public health, etc.).
2. Experience with grant management and/or contract monitoring.
3. Experience with data analytics and/or data visualization.

Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services, Children, Youth, and Families Division, is currently recruiting for a TERM Program Manager I to support our Lighthouse Initiative. We are seeking a candidate with experience in contract and/or grant management with a strong attention to detail and expertise in data analysis and reporting.