Program Manager II

ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager II to support the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) in its mission to monitor and improve state compliance with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act. Your responsibilities will center on providing subject matter expertise and strategic oversight to advance compliance auditing, data analysis, and technical assistance efforts related to juvenile justice programs.

This is a part-time, remote opportunity in which we'll provide competitive pay, a range of benefits, and job stability and security.

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. Subject Matter Expertise

Serve as subject matter expert on tasks related to compliance monitoring, data analysis, and juvenile justice policy

Provide subject matter expertise in areas including statistical data collection and analysis, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act core requirements, juvenile and adult correctional facilities, performance audits, and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS)

Demonstrate subject matter expertise in the core requirements of the JJDP Act

Conduct performance audits in accordance with GAGAS

Independently execute technical assignments within defined scope areas

II. Audit Execution & Support

Assist in carrying out on-site performance audits of state compliance monitoring systems

Deliver supportive services throughout the audit process, including during site visits

Provide post-audit support in preparing reports that document OJJDP's audit findings

Assist OJJDP staff in drafting audit reports and summarizing key observations

III. Data Analysis & Interpretation

Provide expertise to OJJDP in conducting analysis of annual core requirements data submitted by states

Support OJJDP in using data analysis to conduct risk analysis and assessment

Assist in applying data findings to aggregate reporting needs

Contribute to internal OJJDP processes through the interpretation of state-submitted compliance data

IV. Compliance Reporting System Support

Provide expertise to OJJDP in enhancing the online core requirements compliance reporting system

Assist OJJDP in maintaining and refining the compliance reporting system's functionality

Offer guidance on the implementation of system improvements

V. User Support & Technical Assistance

Guide system users during reporting and submission periods

Serve in a helpdesk capacity to address user questions and concerns

Facilitate updates to technical assistance materials for system users

Revise resource documents to support user understanding and navigation

Support the planning and delivery of training and technical assistance (TTA) to OJJDP stakeholders

VI. Post-Audit Coordination

Track the resolution of audit findings and monitor follow-up actions

Coordinate with states to collect responses and supporting documentation

Ensure timely closure of outstanding audit recommendations and deliverables

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Knowledge of juvenile justice or related programming

Knowledge of the core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and performance audit protocols

Ability to manage audit planning, logistics, and documentation in coordination with multiple stakeholders

Ability to translate complex information from diverse sources into relevant, digestible communications and resources

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

BACKGROUND

Experience with training and technical assistance programs is required

Experience in statistical data collection, analysis methods, and interpretation of findings preferred

EDUCATION

The ideal candidate must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

Master's degree and at least 5 years of experience in social science or a similar discipline

Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in social science or a similar discipline

LOCATION

Remote

CLEARANCE

U.S. citizenship is required as it supports the U.S. federal government

CLIENT

Department of Justice

TRAVEL

Travel is required

WORK HOURS

Flexible on hours and days

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

Employment Classification Eligibility - Exempt

RELOCATION

Not eligible for relocation benefits

KMRG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital or civil partnership status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, maternity status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, genetic information, traits historically associated with race, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and/or local law.

Other Considerations. Applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual's primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 100% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 100% of the time.