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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Health Program Manager

Opening Date: March 5, 2026

Closing Date: March 18, 2026

Job Class Code: 4240

Grade: 26 (Supervisory)

Salary: $59,716.80 – $84,468.80 per year

Position Number: 02000-2840

Location: 286 Water Street, Augusta, ME

This position allows for partial telework with management approval

Job Description:

You will serve as a Program Manager within the Chronic Disease Prevention and Control Program. The core function of this program is to provide access to breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up services to underserved women in Maine. Other responsibilities include supervising the Screening and Follow-Up team where statewide activities include enrollment of at-risk individuals; enrollment and oversight of participating health care providers; navigation of enrolled women; management of the data management and reporting systems; oversight of the claims processing system including claim adjudication. The efforts of this program derive from the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, which is a component of the US CDC Funding Opportunity, Cancer Prevention and Control Programs. Collaboration with health care systems, community organizations, patients, and other public and private partners are necessary for optimal program success.

You will also:

• Supervise the team staff, delegate activities, support employee development, complete performance evaluations, and manage personnel issues.

• Manage the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) component of the US CDC grant which includes, planning, implementation, budgeting, reporting, and contract management

• Support, manage, and facilitate the day-to-day work and overall strategy of Maine CDC’s Breast and Cervical Health Program efforts

• Facilitate/encourage the collaboration of the Screening and Follow-Up team with other programs of the Chronic Disease Prevention and Control Program on defined objectives and activities to implement best practices in chronic disease prevention.

• Develop applications, formulate strategies, and provide oversight for current and future CDC cooperative agreements

• Serve as a point of contact with internal and external partners to promote Breast and Cervical Health in Maine

• Collaborate with other chronic disease specific programs to implement cross-cutting strategies

• Practice good customer service skills and behaviors in all contacts with clients, co-workers, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelors 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 have:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to gather, synthesize, and summarize a variety of information

• Experience supervising staff and managing performance

• Experience facilitating collaboration between health program teams to achieve shared objectives

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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 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.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Eric Frohmberg at Eric.J.Frohmberg@Maine.gov

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Lucia.Nadeau@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%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program 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 14.11% 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 non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive 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 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.

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