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General information
Job Posting Title
External Workforce Manager
Date
Thursday, June 25, 2026
City
San Diego
State
CA
Country
United States
Working time
Full-time
Description & Requirements
Maximus is seeking an experienced External Workforce Manager who will be responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing all subcontractor relationships to ensure compliance with contract requirements, performance standards, and operational goals. This role serves as the primary liaison between internal leadership and subcontractor partners, ensuring delivery excellence, cost control, and adherence to regulatory and contractual obligations.
**Position is contingent upon contract award.**
Why Maximus?
- Work/Life Balance Support - Flexibility tailored to your needs!
- Competitive Compensation -Bonuses based on performance included!
- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
- Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
- Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and extended sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
- Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
- Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
- Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
- Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
- Professional Development Opportunities-Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop project scope statements.
- Provide leadership of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) session to identify specific project deliverables and defining accountability per unit.
- Ensure business requirements and tasks are identified to create a detailed MS Project schedule.
- Manage the identified project deliverables for completion by ensuring accountability per participating unit.
- Develop and monitor risk plans to ensure mitigation strategies are in place and being executed.
- Prepare and deliver project status reports to stakeholders.
- Recommend changes to policies and establish procedures.
- Monitor and facilitate the tracking and resolution of issues impacting the project.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- 5-7 years of relevant professional experience
Preferred Experience:
- Prior management experience
- Experience in large-scale program transitions or start-ups
- Prior experience working with underserved or diverse communities
- Prior experience working within public assistance funding specifically in areas of childcare and vouchers
- Familiarity with procurement and subcontract negotiation processes
- Background in audit/compliance tracking (e.g., RTMs, SLA monitoring)
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
Minimum Salary
$
85,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
95,000.00