Job Description

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Service Manager II

Opening Date: December 15, 2025

Closing Date: December 29, 2025

Job Class Code: MA30

Grade: 30 (Confidential)

Salary: $71,843.20 - $101,587.20 per year

Position Number: 20002-4741

Location: Augusta

Core Responsibilities:

• Provider statewide leadership for housing supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and brain injuries (BI), including implementation and oversight of the new housing support model that offers direct access to rental assistance for qualified members.

• Service as the primary liaison with MaineHousing and other partners to align housing policy, planning, and resource development with the needs of individuals with IDD or BI and their families.

• Provide expertise for support systems for monitoring compliance with applicable licensing regulations and housing-related rules, while also managing and providing oversight for OADS Family Support Funds and Respite Funds to ensure equitable, timely, and accountable use of resources.

The successful applicant will have progressively responsible experience in housing, human services, disability services, and related public-sector program management, ideally including work with federal and state housing programs and/or rental assistance models. They will have knowledge of Maine’s developmental disabilities services system, including Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, services for individuals with IDD, Autism, and brain injury, and familiarity with licensing and regulatory requirements with external agencies. They will demonstrate a high level of critical thinking and customer service skills. And will exhibit excellent communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

A combination of education, training, and experience providing the equivalent of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in housing, human services, disability services, or a closely related field, which includes:

• At least three (3) years of experience in program management, policy implementation, or coordination of service systems: and

• Experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations and policies in a government, housing or human services setting; and

• Experience collaborating with external partners such as housing authorities, community providers, or advocacy organizations,

Preference will be given to applicants who meet the minimum requirements and also have experience having developed, implemented, or managed programs that expand access to safe, affordable, and inclusive housing.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and résumé. In your cover letter, please clearly address how your experience and qualifications align with the responsibilities and requirements listed above. Applications without a cover letter addressing these qualifications may not be considered.

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Agency information:

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety, support and well-being of adults throughout Maine.

Application Information:

For additional information about this position please contact Derek Fales at Derek.Fales@Maine.gov

To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter.

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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