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System One Health Communications Project Manager - Hybrid in Rockville, Maryland
Our client is seeking a Health Communications Project Manager (PM) to lead marketing, communications, public relations, and outreach initiatives for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) on topics related to mental health and substance use disorders. This individual will manage a new national initiative requiring strong management, project leadership, and staff direction abilities. The PM must have strong project management skills and experience, including budget, labor/task allocation, and thorough reporting. The PM will be a strategic advisor to SAMHSA and must be comfortable in client-facing management discussions. The PM will oversee execution of projects and partnerships while participating as a key member within our organization. The PM will be responsible for ensuring solid quality and client satisfaction across the contract tasks.
DUTIES
Provide project management and oversight services using industry standard and best-practice project management methods
Apply health communications best practices in the execution of project activities
Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders
Offer strategic counsel to ensure and improve project performance and client satisfaction
Manage team staff and subcontractors performing work
Plan, manage, coordinate, and report the status of all work
Support corporate business development activities
Conduct assessments (i.e., thorough task analysis with recommendations for continued improvement) at key milestones
Support the client in project governance
Actively participate in working sessions, as needed, with the client to accomplish tasks in support of the project
Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 10 years of experience managing health communications programs
Experience successfully leading national health-oriented campaigns for diverse audience sectors
Understanding of the full range of behavioral health issues and approaches to prevention, treatment, and recovery
Knowledge of key communication tools including Salesforce, Constant Contact, Google Analytics, analytic dashboards, and others
Understanding of federal government communication requirements including plain language, Section 508 compliance, national culturally and linguistically appropriate services standards (CLAS Standards), and others
Subject matter expertise in behavioral health and communications best practices
Knowledge of and experience with SAMHSA centers, projects, strategic focus, and goals
Established contacts and connections with SAMHSA partners in the behavioral health field
Experience in managing and directing staff in a productive way, with an eye to developing and refining team skills
Ability to ask effective questions and adapt quickly to change
Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and delegate projects, and possess strong customer service and client management skills leading to high client satisfaction
Must be proficient in search engine optimization (SEO), Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Smartsheet, Trello, and other project management tools
Excellent communication skills
Team player with a willingness to support other efforts, as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with SAMHSA on behavioral health issues
PMP or other project management certification
Master's degree in public health, communications, or a related field
Understanding of federal policy that leads to program funding and the requirements of agencies to respond effectively to policymakers.
Location: 1803 Research Blvd, Rockville, MD 20850
Hybrid Schedule: Monday / Friday remote and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday on-site.
For immediate consideration, please apply directly or contact Stephanie Landis at slandis@altaits.com or Christine Welty at cwelty@altaits.com. This is a time-sensitive opportunity, and we look forward to welcoming a highly skilled Health Communications PM to the team!
ALTA IT Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.