Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong background in public health, health services, or health program management to oversee a federal contract supporting the Defense Centers for Public Health in Aberdeen (DCPH-A). This role will serve as the primary point of contact for the government customer, lead a multidisciplinary team, and ensure successful execution of all contract requirements.
While the position is primarily remote, the PM must be willing and able to travel onsite 1-2 times per week to build strong relationships with government stakeholders, provide team support, and maintain high-quality service delivery.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
- Serve as the main liaison between government customers, internal leadership, subcontractors, and project staff.
- Lead day-to-day operations of the contract, ensuring all deliverables, timelines, and performance requirements are met.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with DCPH-A leadership, fostering trust, transparency, and reliable communication.
- Oversee staffing activities including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and workforce planning.
- Monitor contract scope, budget, risks, and schedule; prepare and present regular status reports to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, DoD, and organizational standards, policies, and reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities to enhance processes, implement best practices, and drive continual improvement.
- Support health-related program activities, leveraging domain expertise to guide project decisions and deliver value to the customer.
- Facilitate meetings, manage project documentation, and ensure effective communication across teams.
- Lead issue resolution and escalate concerns as necessary to maintain contract performance and client satisfaction.
Qualifications
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to think analytically and apply sound judgment, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity.
- Ability to communicate, negotiate, and advise on matters that are highly complex and sensitive in nature.
- Stakeholder and Customer relationship management skills are required.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to interact with customers, partners, and foster cross-functional teamwork.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience managing federal contracts, programs, or complex projects; Federal experience preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of public health, preventive health, health surveillance, or related health domains.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and coordinate cross-functional activities.
- Strong communication skills with experience engaging directly with government clients.
- Prior experience managing remote or hybrid teams.
- Ability to travel onsite to Aberdeen, MD
- Experience with budget tracking, reporting, and performance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH), Healthcare Management, or related field.
- Experience supporting Army Public Health, DHA, or other military health organizations.
- PMP certification.
- Familiarity with DoD administrative systems, reporting tools, or acquisition processes.
Pay and Benefits
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $115,000.
At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
