Program Manager I

KMRG, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Program Manager I to support the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. This full-time remote position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical projects aimed at improving juvenile justice compliance. You will engage in data analysis, assist in audit preparations, and provide essential support to a multi-disciplinary team. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this role promises job stability and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the field. If you are passionate about juvenile justice and ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in juvenile justice programming or related fields is essential.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize information.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and project documentation under senior staff guidance.
• Assist in data analysis and audit preparation for compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of juvenile justice programming

Knowledge of JJDP Act requirements

Project documentation and reporting

Data analysis skills

Ability to collaborate in a team

Technical support skills

Education

Master’s degree in social science or similar

Bachelor’s degree in social science or similar

Job description

ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager I to support the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) in its mission to monitor and improve state compliance with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act. Your responsibilities will include contributing subject matter knowledge to project components such as data analysis, technical assistance, and audit preparation, typically in coordination with senior staff or as part of a task-focused team.

This is a full-time, remote opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability and security.

Apply today!

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Project Support

• Provide subject matter and technical support on assigned project components under the guidance of senior staff
• Collaborate with team members to meet task deadlines and contribute to project documentation and reporting
• Support research and coordination efforts related to compliance and audit readiness

II. System Support

• Assist in the enhancement and implementation of OJJDP's online compliance reporting system
• Provide helpdesk-style support to system users, particularly during peak reporting periods
• Help update technical assistance resources and user guidance materials

III. Data Analysis

• Support data analysis related to JJDP core requirement submissions
• Help prepare summary reports based on state-submitted data
• Recommend improvements to data collection or reporting processes

IV. Audit Preparation

• Coordinate logistics and assist in preparing materials for on-site audits
• Support post-audit follow-up by tracking findings and drafting summary documentation
• Contribute to closure activities for outstanding audit items
• Assist with assembling background materials and supporting documents

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of juvenile justice or related programming
• Knowledge of the core requirements of the JJDP Act
• Knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and task coordination
• Skill in synthesizing information and contributing to technical summaries or materials
• Ability to support system users and respond to task-specific guidance from senior staff
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team

BACKGROUND

• Experience with training and technical assistance programs

EDUCATION

The ideal candidate must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

• Master’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in social science or similar discipline
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in social science or similar discipline

LOCATION

• Remote

CLEARANCE

• U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government

CLIENT

• Department of Justice

TRAVEL

• Travel is required

WORK HOURS

• 40 hours per week
• 5 days a week

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

• Employment Classification Eligibility — Exempt

RELOCATION

• Not eligible for relocation benefits

KMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or civil partnership status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, maternity status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic information, traits historically associated with race, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and/or local law.

Other Considerations. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 100% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 100% of the time.