Healthy Aging Services Program Manager

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Department ofHealth and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Service Manager II

Opening Date:January 8 2026

Closing Date:January 22 2026

Job Class Code:MA30

Grade:30 (Confidential)

Salary:$71843.20 - $101587.20 per year

Position Number: 02021-2517

Location:Augusta

This is a full-time position located in Augusta Maine and allows for partial telework up to 3 days per week with management approval.

Core Responsibilities:

The primary focus of this Position is to oversee manage and administer statewide Healthy Aging Services Programs serving older adults adults with disabilities and their family caregivers in addition this position manages directs and oversees day-to-day operations including personnel and administrative functions Request for Proposal (RFP) processes multiple state and federal contracts policies and procedures. The scope of the position encompasses the effective implementation of state and federal policies rules and statutes to carry out the mission of the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) as the State Unit on Aging. Other responsibilities include:

Manages and supervises program staff who oversee all Older Americans Act (OAA) Services delivered by the five area agencies on aging including: Access Services In-Home Supportive Services Nutrition Evidence-Based Health Promotion and Family Caregiver and Respite services for older adults in Maine and their families.

Oversight/Management of Title III and Title VII Federal Grant (OAA) that includes development fiscal management performance management compliance monitoring and annual reporting.

Supervise the programmatic aspects of contract development and fiscal monitoring including reporting to the federal government.

Communication with the Federal Government pertaining to reporting grant management and OAA funding.

Oversee data collection for these programs which provide essential information needed to monitor and plan programs as well as help assure an efficient system of services.

Author and implement the State Plan on Aging including statewide needs assessments in collaboration with aging network partners which is a federal requirement to receive federal dollars from the OAA.

Work with other key staff in OADS to ensure there are no gaps in service delivery systems; services are efficient and effective; and that OADS strategic initiatives are promoted. Assure that the needs of the growing aging population are articulated across the office at a management level.

Meet with and seek positive collaborations with sub-grantees and other stakeholders to ensure the needs of older adults in Maine are best met.

Oversee the development and update of program policies to ensure compliance with federal OAA rules and regulations.

For information on the Older Americans Act please visit: work of this Position is performed under executive-level direction by the Associate Director of the Healthy Aging and Long-Term Services and Supports team.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify your background must include:

A bachelors degree in gerontology social services or a directly related field;

Six (6) years of professional progressive experience providing and/or overseeing services for adults in social service programs; and

At least three (3) years of experience at an administrative or supervisory level including significant experience in planning and managing programs for older adults and persons with disabilities

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An equivalent ten (10) year combination of education and/or professional experience in the above fields to include three (3) years at the administrative or supervisory level.

Preferred candidates will also have:

Demonstrated knowledge of Older Americans Act programs and services including applicable rules and regulations.

A masters degree in gerontology or social services with a focus on aging.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data identify trends and make data-driven recommendations.

Experience with budgets and contracts.

In your cover letter please address your:

of aging services operations and other programs providing services to older persons and persons with disabilities and your ability to envision and lead an integrated system to improve services for these populations.

collaborating with external partners such as federal agencies community providers or advocacy organizations.

ability to assess needs and the effects of state and federal legislation on programs and use program data to set performance milestones/objectives evaluate program performance and implement system change.

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (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 States 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 Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety support and well-being of adults throughout Maine.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Karen Mason at

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Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government you find employees who embody our state mottoDirigo or I leadas they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforces health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package including:

• Work-Life Fit Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays 12 days of sick leave and3 weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($12845.82 - $15112.76 annual value) depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information aboutprogram requirements.
• Dental Insurance The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employees pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a childincluding fathers and adoptive parentsreceivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional unpaid leave may also be available under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated foranything less than full-time.

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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.

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