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Cleveland Catholic Charities

Case Manager

Chardon, OH

$32K/yr

Catholic Charities, Geauga County Office, is seeking mission driven candidates to join our team as a Self Sufficiency Case Manager in our Case Management for Self Sufficiency Program. In this role ...

AllSTEM Connections

Program Manager

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$119K - $130K/yr

Program Manager (Enterprise Strategic Initiatives) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced ... Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

New Day My Way LLC

Program Manager

Austintown, OH · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

This position includes work in Trumbull and Mahoning County. Salaried position that is negotiable ... Work with Program Coordinator, Program Manager and Scheduler to deal with call offs or scheduling ...

Integratedservice

IHBT Program Manager

Logan, OH · On-site

$73K - $93K/yr

Develop internal training and promote evidence-informed practice implementation * Assist the county managers with program operations across multiple counties and service areas * Assist with ...

Integratedservice

IHBT Program Manager

Coshocton, OH · On-site

$73K - $93K/yr

Develop internal training and promote evidence-informed practice implementation * Assist the county managers with program operations across multiple counties and service areas * Assist with ...

Integratedservice

IHBT Program Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

$73K - $93K/yr

Develop internal training and promote evidence-informed practice implementation * Assist the county managers with program operations across multiple counties and service areas * Assist with ...

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What does a County Program Manager do?

A County Program Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of county-level programs and services. They coordinate resources, manage staff, and ensure that programs meet local needs and comply with regulations. Their responsibilities often include budgeting, reporting, and collaborating with community partners. County Program Managers play a key role in improving public services and ensuring that government initiatives are effectively delivered to residents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a County Program Manager?

To thrive as a County Program Manager, you need strong leadership, project management expertise, and a background in public administration or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with budgeting software, grant management systems, and compliance tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help build consensus among stakeholders and manage diverse teams. These skills ensure effective program delivery, efficient resource use, and alignment with county objectives and regulations.

How does a County Program Manager typically collaborate with local government agencies and community partners?

A County Program Manager frequently works alongside local government departments, non-profit organizations, and community groups to design, implement, and evaluate county-level programs. This collaboration often involves coordinating meetings, sharing resources, and aligning program objectives with county priorities. Effective communication and relationship-building are essential, as the manager must ensure all stakeholders are engaged and that program goals meet community needs. Additionally, County Program Managers may facilitate cross-agency initiatives, resolve conflicts, and report progress to county leadership.

What is the difference between County Program Manager vs County Project Coordinator?

AspectCounty Program ManagerCounty Project Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple programs, manages staff, develops policiesSupports specific projects, assists with planning and execution
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in program management, certifications often preferredBachelor's degree, experience in project support or coordination
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, community settingsOffice-based, fieldwork for site visits
Employer & Industry UsageLocal government agencies, public health, social servicesGovernment departments, community programs, non-profits

The County Program Manager typically holds a broader leadership role, overseeing multiple programs and staff, while the County Project Coordinator focuses on supporting specific projects. Both roles require relevant experience and education, but the Program Manager often has more strategic responsibilities.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for County Program Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various County Program Manager job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

County Program Manager - Hybrid

Delaware, OH • On-site

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$50K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all school-based and community-based program operations at the Delaware location.

  • Manage and support staff, ensure program quality, and implement agency standards.

  • Supervise match support activities, conduct site observations, and collaborate with partners to strengthen program relationships.

Job description

Description:

Summary

The County Program Manager oversees all school-based (SB) and community-based (CB) program operations at the Delaware location servicing Delaware, Morrow, Union, Madison, Clark counties. This role ensures high-quality matching and ongoing support for volunteers, youth, and families, while maintaining strong relationships with schools and community partners and other program managers. The County Program Manager serves as the primary connection between front-line staff and upper leadership, ensuring program needs, trends, and challenges are communicated and addressed. The role is responsible for daily oversight, staff support, program quality, and consistent implementation of agency standards.  

Core Duties and Responsibilities:  

  1. Lead the successful delivery of Program procedures and initiatives for the agency by managing the work and the people in the accomplishment of goals.   
  2. Ensure all School-based programs and initiatives are operating within program guidelines; this includes appropriate management of unmatched children and volunteers.  
  3. Develop strategic interventions to identify and strengthen match relationships that require extra support to continue to grow the match relationship. 
  4. Ensure that expectations and deliverables from grant and external partnership agreements are successfully achieved.  
  5. Supervise Match Support Specialists including performance management, training and development, workflow and organization planning, day-to-day management, and disciplinary actions for direct reports. 
  6. As a leader, you may take on a flexible caseload of matches as needed by the team should the business need arise. 
  7. Conduct School-based mentoring program site observations and liaison meetings 
  8. Influence leadership and partner with direct supervisor on implementation of program policies and procedures to ensure that processes are efficient and meet agency goals and national standards. 
  9. Provide input into the design and creation of School-based program activities, training and communications for mentors to meet program goals and ensure they are in accordance with agency mission, vision and values. 
  10. In partnership with HR, assist in hiring and training/developing CB and SB staff and is responsible for supervising and evaluating those employees. 
  11. Supports MSSs and enrollment team to ensure efficient enrollment and transition into designated matches 
  12. Provide input to leadership on strategies for future growth; serve as an advisor to assigned workgroup(s)/projects, attend events as requested by the agency, and serve the agency as a subject matter expert.   
  13. Partner with all agency teams to share potential partners as discovered through volunteers, parents or activities.  This includes the re-engagement of volunteers as Bigs, board or committee members, donors or other volunteer capacities.   
  14. Performs other duties as assigned. 



Requirements:
  • Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or other related areas. Experience may be considered in lieu of education 
  • Two to four years of people-leading successful management experience. 
  • Must be willing and able to travel when necessary 
  • Must be willing and able to work with diverse populations in diverse territories 
  • Must be willing and able to make last minute changes to accommodate job responsibilities such has hours, in-office days 
  • Must have viable transportation, valid drivers’ license to meet job responsibilities 
  • Must be available to attend events in the early morning, evening and weekends