Prevention System Manager

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Medical, dental, life and disability

Retirement plan

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University seeks a Prevention System Manager to lead technical assistance and contract monitoring for statewide prevention programs in Olympia, WA. You will engage with state workgroups and experts to drive a statewide impact project in youth SUD prevention and mental health promotion.

The role is full-time, temporary (12 months) with potential renewal based on funding and need. Hybrid/onsite work is discussed during interviews, with travel requirements and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of related experience.
• Current certification as a Certified Prevention Professional in Washington State or equivalent, or plan to receive within 6 months of hire.
• Three (3) years experience in substance abuse prevention/ health education programing and/or community-based prevention strategies.
• Position requires extensive travel statewide; must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work non-standard work hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally appropriate technical assistance and contract monitoring of prevention programs and strategies implemented by contractors statewide.
• Lead a minimum of one key project or initiative with statewide impact on communities.
• Engage with state workgroups, partnerships and experts in SUD prevention and mental health promotion.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization

Certified Prevention Professional in Washington State or equivalent

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training (SAPST)

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 15, 2026

Available Title(s)

1138-NN_ADMINPRO - Coordinator, 1138-YN_ADMINPRO - Coordinator

Business Title

Prevention System Manager

Employee Type

Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Details

The Opportunity

As a Prevention System Manager (PSM) you will work in the Substance Use Disorder Prevention and Mental Health Promotion Section at Health Care Authority. Washington State is a national leader in delivering evidence-based primary prevention services to youth, individuals, and families. In this role, the PSM will support safe and healthy communities across Washington to delay and reduce the onset of youth substance use and misuse. The PSM will be responsible for providing culturally appropriate technical assistance and contract monitoring of prevention programs and strategies implemented by contractors statewide. As a PSM, you will have a unique opportunity to engage with state workgroups, key partnerships and experts in the SUD prevention and mental health promotion field, and lead a minimum of one key project or initiative that has a statewide impact on communities.

This position is located in Olympia, WA.

Additional Information

This is a full-time (100% FTE), temporary position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.

Temporary End Date

This is a temporary position expected to end on June 30,2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Monthly Salary

$5,139.79 - $7,872.33 | Z2 - G06 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Current certification as a Certified Prevention Professional in Washington State or equivalent standing as recognized by a national accreditation body, or a plan to receive the Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Three (3) years experience in substance abuse prevention/ health education programing and/or community-based prevention strategies.
• Position requires extensive travel statewide. Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Ability to work non-standard work hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Grant writing and grant management experience.
• Experience in contract management, communications, and social marketing practices.
• Five years of successful experience developing and managing prevention programs.
• Experience monitoring complex programs for compliance.
• Ability to design effective work processes’ to fulfill program goals and objectives.
• Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training (SAPST).

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Area/College

Edward R. Murrow College of Communication

Department Name

Murrow College of Communication

Location

This position is located in Olympia, WA.

This position may be eligible for a Hybrid working arrangement to be discussed if contacted for interview. This position is eligible to telework but is required to report on-site to meet business need. Travel will be required to meet with clients or partners, conduct business, or attend or provide training and/or conferences. Frequency of onsite work will vary based on business and operational needs.

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

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