Maine Prevention Network Manager

Maine Prevention Network (MPN) Manager Location: Augusta, MEWork Model: Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week onsite at Maine CDC; per State of Maine Telework Policy) Position Summary Are you passionate about improving community health outcomes across Maine? The Maine Prevention Network (MPN) Manager provides leadership, oversight, and coordination for statewide prevention efforts focused on substance use prevention, tobacco prevention, and obesity prevention. This position is embedded with the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) and serves as the primary manager for the Maine Prevention Network—a statewide collaboration among Maine CDC programs and community-based Public Health District partners implementing evidence-based prevention strategies. The MPN Manager acts as a subject matter expert across all three prevention domains, ensures contract compliance, provides technical assistance to community partners, and leads system‑level planning to support successful prevention programming statewide. About the Maine Prevention Network (MPN) The MPN is a collaboration among: Maine CDC Tobacco and Substance Use Prevention and Control Program Maine CDC Chronic Disease Programs (Obesity Prevention) District-level community prevention partners MPN partners implement evidence-based strategies addressing: Substance Use Prevention Tobacco Use Prevention and Control Obesity Prevention Youth Engagement & Empowerment Essential Job Functions The MPN Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing management of systems, processes, and resources to ensure the effective delivery of MPN services statewide. Program Leadership & Technical Assistance Conduct monthly district-wide MPN meetings covering all prevention domains, including training, technical assistance, peer learning, and professional development. Facilitate quarterly statewide MPN meetings, including administrative training, CDC-led technical assistance, and partner-driven learning topics. Plan and facilitate two statewide MPN conferences annually. Serve as a subject matter expert in tobacco prevention, substance use prevention, and obesity prevention. Partner Oversight & Quality Improvement Develop site visit tools to ensure: Contract compliance Relationship building with community partners Documentation of strengths and opportunities for growth Lead regular site visits with each MPN district partner. Develop and implement quarterly quality improvement and compliance tools. Provide written follow-up feedback and technical guidance to partners. Contract & Fiscal Management Review, quality-check, code, and approve invoices. Oversee contract management for quality, accuracy, and timeliness. Collaborate with Prevention Services Coordinator and Maine CDC Program Managers on: Content review Budget updates Encumbrances and deliverables Systems, Tools & Communication Develop guidance documents, templates, and resources for community partners. Design, develop, and manage a centralized communication and collaboration platform supporting: Work products and campaigns Training materials Tools and templates Calendars and document repositories Staff Supervision & Coordination Provide oversight, direction, and workload prioritization for the Prevention Services Coordinator. Maintain and update training curricula and departmental resources. Additional Responsibilities Travel statewide as required for meetings, trainings, and conferences. Perform other duties as assigned in support of MPN and Maine CDC priorities. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, or a closely related field Minimum 3 years of program management experience, including budget oversight Minimum 2 years of contract management experience Strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and stakeholders Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems Preferred Master’s degree in Public Health or related field At least 1 year of experience in: Substance use prevention or Tobacco prevention or Obesity prevention Experience working with community-based public health or government partners Work Environment & Requirements This position is embedded at Maine CDC in Augusta, Maine Requires in-person work at least two days per week Follows the State of Maine Telework Policy Benefits That Support You:   At SSO, we invest in our people—supporting your health, financial security, and growth.   Benefits include: Health, vision, and dental insurance 401(k) with discretionary employer match Paid time off and holidays Flexible spending accounts Other Perks