Senior Program Leader, Disability Services & Equity

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration in Baltimore seeks a Chief Program Officer to lead statewide program operations supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This senior role directs the Community Pathways waiver program and Title VII services, ensuring compliance, fiscal stewardship, and alignment with MDH strategic priorities.

The CPO collaborates with MDH leadership, providers, advocates, and families to improve program performance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience.
• Experience in government, health or human services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for statewide program operations.
• Oversee the Community Pathways waiver program and Title VII services.
• Lead cross-functional policy initiatives and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Partner with MDH, other agencies, providers, and advocates to improve program effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Policy knowledge

Fiscal stewardship

Communication and consensus-building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration in Baltimore seeks a Chief Program Officer to lead statewide program operations supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This senior role directs the Community Pathways waiver program and Title VII services, ensuring compliance, fiscal stewardship, and alignment with MDH strategic priorities.

The CPO collaborates with MDH leadership, providers, advocates, and families to improve program performance,