Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Program Manager III (Prevention Innovations) to collaborate with the National Guard (NG) Program, primarily the Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) team. The candidate will oversee a collection of related/integrated projects that together support a long-term collaborative initiative and IPP innovations, notably on Project Safe Guard. Responsible for a moderate to highly complex scope of work.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress National Guard Programs.

The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) is one of the nation’s oldest and most highly regarded, academic-based organizations dedicated to advancing trauma-informed knowledge, leadership and methodologies. The Center’s work addresses a wide scope of trauma exposure from the consequences of combat, operations other than war, terrorism, natural and humanmade disasters, and public health threats as well as risk and protective factors associated with suicidal behaviors. CSTS is a part of our nation’s federal medical school, Uniformed Services University (USU), and its Department of Psychiatry. These affiliations represent the Center’s history, mission and future directions as a major contributor to our country’s understanding of the impact of trauma and the advancement of trauma-informed care. Learn more about the CSTS.

The Department has active research programs in the Basic and Clinical Sciences and Neurosciences. In addition to intramural research projects, the Department maintains active research funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute of Drug Abuse, National Science Foundation, the Department of the Army and the Department of the Air Force. The department has ongoing collaborations with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, is sponsor of the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress and provides psychiatry residency training through its affiliations with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, National Naval Medical Center and Malcolm Grow Air Force Medical Center and the National Capital Area Graduate Medical Education Consortium.

• Principal POC for program coordination, implementation, and evaluation of prevention innovations projects, with a primary emphasis on firearm safety prevention curriculum and trainer expansion across the NG.
• Manages key program elements, including, but not limited to, goals and milestones, risks, available resources, budgets, standard operating procedures, quality control, and results. Identifies project interdependencies, aligning resources and efforts where appropriate.
• Primary POC for all reports and briefings internally, externally, and at conferences or professional forums. Contributes to advancing scholarly knowledge across CSTS and the NG.
• Involved in strategic program planning and execution in close coordination with CSTS leadership, National Guard leadership, partners, and National Guard state-level representatives.
• Serves as the main point of contact and liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Contributes SME knowledge across the CSTS NG program. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships on matters of mutual interest.
• Oversight to project efforts related to development of knowledge products, courses, and platforms for dissemination to National Guard stakeholders and beyond.
• Oversees, advises, and guides technical staff throughout the program lifecycle, focusing on the strategic direction of the projects.
• Supports and participates in the planning, creation, and submission of abstracts or proposals as requested.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Business Administration or Life Sciences field of study preferred.
• Minimum of 9-10 years experience required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Public health programs or prevention programs experience.
• Strong experience in training or mentoring programs; being a trainer or leading other trainers.
• Ability to become a lead trainer of the program curriculum.
• Solid interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, build and maintain teams, and identify and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of a variety of software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software.
• Prior experience in mental health and/or the behavioral sciences strongly preferred.
• National Guard or other military experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a office setting.

Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. 

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.