Program Officer II - Contracts & Policy Leader

State of Nevada (NV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada’s Division of Public and Behavioral Health invites applications for a Program Officer 2 in Carson City. The role acts as liaison across contract, fiscal staff, and program managers, supporting lease and contract preparation, monitoring, and maintenance.

It may back up the CCM and prepares for CCM certification within six months. Program Officers manage program components, plan, coordinate, and ensure compliance with laws and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field with 1 year of professional program experience.
• Alternative: high school diploma with 3 years relevant program experience OR 1 year as Program Officer I in Nevada service.
• Ability to interpret laws and regulations; develop program policy and procedures; implement performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, monitoring, and maintenance of leases and contracts.
• Serve as back up CCM for reviewing contracts.
• Recommend, interpret and disseminate regulations related to program operations.
• Develop long-term plans to enhance services; evaluate program success and adapt to funding changes.
• Provide information to agencies and public to ensure understanding and compliance with laws and procedures.
• Monitor program activities for compliance; evaluate eligibility and reporting; identify improvements.
• Oversee documentation and budgeting for program reports and management information.

Skills

Program planning

Budgeting concepts

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration

3 years of relevant experience with high school diploma

1 year as Program Officer I in Nevada service

Job description

The State of Nevada’s Division of Public and Behavioral Health invites applications for a Program Officer 2 in Carson City. The role acts as liaison across contract, fiscal staff, and program managers, supporting lease and contract preparation, monitoring, and maintenance.

It may back up the CCM and prepares for CCM certification within six months. Program Officers manage program components, plan, coordinate, and ensure compliance with laws and performance standards.