Program Coordinator, Senior

Note : This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed. Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Job Type: Regular Pay Range: $95,221.44 - $115,685.64 Salary Department: Aging and Veteran Services FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt About the Opportunity: Washington County Disability, Aging, and Veteran Services (DAVS) within Health and Human Services Department is seeking a highly skilled and service-oriented Senior Program Coordinator to join the Veteran Services Team . The Senior Program Coordinator will join a collaborative and mission-driven team committed to serving the community and a wide array of stakeholders. The Senior Program Coordinator coordinates, oversees, evaluates, and administers the Veteran Services Program within DAVS. This position oversees a dedicated team of Veteran Services Officers who support veterans and their families with excellence, humility, and compassion. Key responsibilities include providing operational support for DAVS, managing grants and contracts, overseeing the veteran services program budget, conducting public outreach and presentations, and contributing to strategic planning efforts. The role requires a trauma‑informed, strength‑based leadership approach and a commitment to high-quality service for the veteran community. Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Prior military experience or direct experience working with veteran populations and their families. Knowledge of: Problems and issues confronting veterans and people with disabilities in the community. State and federal laws related to veterans’ benefits. Trauma-informed care principles, especially relating to post traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, and readjustment challenges. Community-focused approaches related to military service, including understanding military structure and norms. Ability to: Manage contracts, grants, memorandums of understanding, or other partner relationships. Engage communities to advance the mission of the organization and advocate for those served. To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Senior Program Coordinator-Veteran Services Classification Specification Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in social work, social sciences, public administration, political science, business administration, or a related field; AND six (6) years of increasingly responsible professional experience, including program administration of services for veterans, people with disabilities, or other community-based populations. Additional Requirements Ability to become an Accredited Veteran Service Officer within one year of hire. Successful completion of background checks post offer. About the Department/Division: Disability, Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS) empowers older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities by connecting them with essential services and resources to enhance quality of life with compassion, dignity, and respect. As a trusted comprehensive resource for Washington County, we envision a future where barriers to services are removed, inclusivity is the norm, and seeking help is free of stigma. Our values are dedication, compassion, trustworthiness, collaboration, and adaptability. Selection Process: You can review our standard selection process here . Our commitment to you: Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community . Veterans' Preference: If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points . Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application: You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation. Questions? Recruiter: Yeji Seo Email Address: