We are seeking a high-profile Program Manager to lead a nationwide initiative providing technical assistance to grantees. This role involves strategic oversight and community engagement to support disadvantaged communities, with a focus on regions with critical needs, such as Guam, Puerto Rico, and tribal areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental or civil engineering and experience with nationwide grants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management:
  • Oversee a 4-year program with a budget of $20 million.
  • Ensure effective and efficient use of funds to support community projects.
  • Manage a distributed workforce of 300 personnel across 9 EPA regions.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead and support 4 Deputy Managers and a team of Junior Program Managers.
  • Coordinate with Tech Assistance Coordinators to deliver localized support.
• Community Engagement:
  • Engage with disadvantaged communities to address issues such as poor drinking water.
  • Facilitate hiring support and build community relations in Guam, Puerto Rico, and tribal regions.
• Grants Oversight:
  • Review and manage grants across all 50 states and tribal regions, including Alaska and Hawaii.
  • Ensure compliance and prevent waste, fraud, and abuse.
• Cultural Sensitivity:
  • Be sensitive to local cultures and nuances across diverse communities.
  • Support initiatives in multiple languages (up to 25 languages in the US).
• Travel:
  • Be prepared to travel occasionally (approximately once a month) to program sites.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
  • Background in environmental sciences or civil engineering.
  • Experience with nationwide grants, particularly in housing and urban development (e.g., FEMA, DOE).
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in multiple languages preferred.
  • Ability to work at a fast pace and handle a minimum of 50 hours per week.
• Requirements:
  • U.S. citizenship is required, no security clearance is needed.

Attributes:

• High-profile individual with a national outlook and understanding of local challenges.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a distributed, remote environment.
• Commitment to program goals and timelines with attention to detail and quality.

This program role is dynamic and evolving, requiring a proactive and adaptable leader ready to make a significant impact. If you are passionate about supporting communities and driving positive environmental change, we invite you to apply.