Non-Supervisory Program Manager

University of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is seeking a Non-Supervisory Program Manager to support EMBRACE operations. You will collaborate with grassroots organizations, service providers, and government agencies to drive reentry and youth services programs while centering people with lived experience in design and evaluation.

The role emphasizes equitable, community-driven approaches, data-informed decision making, and collaboration across sectors to strengthen organizational effectiveness

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of program oversight including program planning, budget, and coordination.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• Experience with community organizations and cross-sector partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more EMBRACE programs with substantive size and budget.
• Set goals and create tactics to achieve program objectives.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities of a program including monitoring relationships with outside agencies or subcontractors.
• Manage budget, including approving finances, tracking expenditures, variances, and reporting.
• Coordinate and assist in training programs for employees, volunteers, and community.
• Plan data management and communications strategy; work with senior management on goals and milestones.
• Manage databases to analyze criteria, monitor, evaluate, and suggest program improvements.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

PMP Certification preferred

Job description

Job Description - Non-Supervisory Program Manager (260000WK)

Job Description

Non-Supervisory Program Manager - ( 260000WK )

The University of Maryland, Baltimore’s EMBRACE has an exciting opportunity for a Non-Supervisory Program Manager. This position will provide will work with the EMBRACE operations team to provide technical assistance, capacity-building support, and strategic guidance to grassroots organizations and nonprofit partners working to improve outcomes for individuals and communities impacted by systemic inequities. The Program Manager will coordinate and manage large-scale statewide initiatives focused on reentry and youth services, fostering cross-sector collaboration among community organizations, service providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Central to this role is supporting people with lived experience in the design, implementation, and evaluation of programming, ensuring their expertise informs program development, decision-making, and continuous improvement efforts. The Program Manager will champion equitable and community-driven approaches that strengthen organizational effectiveness, expand access to resources, and promote sustainable, positive outcomes for youth, returning citizens, and their families.

Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This positionparticipatesin a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

Manage one or more programs with EMBRACE of substantive size and budget.

Set goals and creates tactics to achieve program objectives.

Plan and coordinate daily activities of a program including monitoring relationships of outside agencies or subcontractors.

Manage budget, including approving finances, tracking expenditures, identify variances and resolve, and preparing reports on current finances.

Coordinate and assist in training programs for employees, volunteers, and/or the community.

Plan data management and communications strategy for program . Work with senior management in developing program goals and milestones.

Manage the use of databases used to analyze criteria and deliver data, as well as to monitor, evaluate, and recommend to senior management revision to program operating policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience: Four (4) years of program oversight including program planning, budget, and coordination.

Certification/Licensure: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred.

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of position requirements . Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $85,500 - $95,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If youanticipateneeding a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, pleasesubmita UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [e-mail] .Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that itoperates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job

Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E1430F

Employee Class : Exempt Regular

Full Time/Part Time : Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Organization

Office of the VP for OAA/Dean

Job Posting

Aug 31, 2026

Unposting Date

Sep 5, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Human Resource Services

410-706-7171

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.