Deputy Program Manager

Magellan Health

. Serve as deputy to the program manager for government contract delivery .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $70,715 - $113,145 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within military and government environments, including operational planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk management. Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of delivering professional presentations and reports.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementMilitary/Government ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyDoD Security Clearance EligibilitySupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningTask ManagementData AnalysisQuality AssuranceRisk IdentificationDocumentation ManagementPresentation SkillsProcess ImprovementResource ManagementFinancial Management

Soft Skills

Influencing OthersCollaborationCritical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service

Industry Keywords

DoDVA HealthGovernment Contract DeliveryProject Management OfficeStakeholder EngagementOperational SupportMilitary Personnel InteractionProject DocumentationEnterprise ReportingStrategic Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as deputy to the program manager for government contract delivery
Supervise employees in the project management office and/or regional or installation-level field personnel
Support operational project planning and implementation
Provide operational support for reporting, tasker completion, presentations, contract management, communications, scheduling, and assigned functions
Meet with process owners and stakeholders to define project goals, objectives, success factors, and measures
Create, execute, and revise project work plans
Identify resources and assign responsibilities
Manage day-to-day project operations and scope, including meeting facilitation and documentation
Review team deliverables before submission
Prepare project reviews and quality assurance procedures
Analyze program data and metrics and contribute to high-level reports for corporate and government leadership
Identify and escalate project risks and issues
Maintain complete, current, and properly stored project documentation
Keep project teams informed of organizational changes and corporate news affecting project scope
Provide regular stakeholder status reporting
Prepare enterprise project activity reports and dashboards
Deliver engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations
Conduct lessons learned and improve processes
Contribute to and maintain project management policies, guidelines, and best practices
Assist with resource management and project financial materials
Participate in strategy and growth activities, including solutions, proposals, staffing estimates, and new business opportunities
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of military service, or a combination of education and work experience
Experience overseeing and managing projects in military/government environments
Experience in functional support roles and collaborative interactions with military/government personnel
At least one year of experience working in a DoD or VA health-related setting
Ability to influence and motivate others to collaborate
Superior writing, editing, analytical, and proofreading skills
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs
Ability to work at all organizational levels, including Magellan, DoD, and Military
Ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining critical and strategic thinking and consultation skills
Ability to present information and materials professionally on behalf of the U.S. government
Must be eligible for DoD security clearance and clearance for access to DoD systems if contractually required
Must be a U.S. citizen
High level of customer service
Prior supervisory experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentives may be available
Comprehensive benefits package
Health benefits
Life benefits
Voluntary benefits
Other benefits and perks supporting physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing
Tobacco-free workplace
Equal Opportunity Employer