Budget Manager

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$64,334.40–$91,332.80

SKILLS

Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Practices, Community and Social Services, Contract Analysis, Contract Creation, Contract Management, Contract Processing, Customer Support/Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Developmental Disabilities, Employee Retention, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Funding, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Internal Audit, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, People Management, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Public Health, Purchasing/Procurement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Social Work, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management

LOCATION

Augusta, Maine

POSTED

1 day ago

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Social Services Program Manager

Date: May 13, 2026

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

Job Class Code: 5094

Grade: 28 (Supervisory)

Salary: $64,334.40 - $91,332.80 per year*

*This is inclusive of a 1.00% recruitment and retention stipend

Position Number: 02000-3137

Location: Augusta

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Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Core Responsibilities:

The Contract Manager for Budgets (CM, Social Services Program Manager) is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of new and revised policies, business practices and procedures as it relates to review and processing of subrecipient contract budgets. The position, as part of the DCM management team, works to improve operations and effectiveness; collaborating with program managers and other division leadership to improve strategies and implement changes; and conducting planning, evaluation, and staffing functions. The position also oversees contract budget processing for all cost-settled and fee-for-service agreements. Duties involve collaborating with Contract Managers (CM), program management, program and fiscal officers, internal department auditors, and legal resources to ensure that contract paperwork is timely, accurate, and flowing smoothly through department processes.

When overseeing contract budget processing, the goal is to ensure reviews of cost-settled budgets are reviewed timely so that contracts are encumbered prior to their start date. The goal of agreement closeout processing is to ensure the reviews happen timely, so as not to lose federal funding because of late closeout reports. The contract manager also provides guidance and answers questions around quarterly financial reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

In order to qualify, you must have four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in social service or mental health/developmental disabilities programs and a Bachelors Degree. At least three (3) years of the required experience must be in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity. Equivalent related work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

Knowledge of Department grants, contracts, and purchase of services and cooperative agreements.
Ability to evaluate program and administrative information in relation to state and federal regulations.
Experience with contract analysis and settlements.
Prior experience and/or education which demonstrate proficiency in financial analysis.
Experience leading a team focused on quality work while providing excellent customer service effectively to both internal and external customers.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and résumé. In your cover letter, please clearly describe how your experience and qualifications align with the competencies listed above. Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing these qualifications may not be considered.

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The DHHS Division of Contract Management (DCM) provides financial and programmatic accountability for 1,500+ DHHS contracts and oversees the procurement process for the Department. These positions are located in Augusta.

DCM coordinates the preparation of contracts and RFPs (Request for Proposals) for DHHS and ensures compliance to al

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