Program Manager

Job Summary

Leading the planning and implementation of communications and marketing services, the full-time Program Manager will oversee the SAMHSA's 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Awareness initiative, managing a multidisciplinary team to enhance public awareness and engagement across the United States.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and oversee program goals, objectives, performance standards, and deliverable schedules
• Manage program costs and budgets while ensuring contract compliance and performance metrics
• Direct and coordinate activities across media, marketing, creative production, and outreach workstreams

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in communications, public health, marketing, business administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience in program or project management
• Demonstrated experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating large-scale communications or public awareness programs
• Proven ability to manage multiple programs or projects simultaneously, including oversight of multidisciplinary staff
• Familiarity with federal contract environments, including compliance and reporting requirements