DSHS HCLA State Unit on Aging Program Manager
About The Position
Food security for older adults doesn't happen by accident. As the State Unit on Aging Program Manager, you'll be the state's lead on nutrition programs that reach older adults and people with disabilities across Washington — programs that determine whether someone has a hot meal delivered to their door, access to fresh produce, or a place to share a meal in their community. You'll work within the Home and Community Services Division, partnering with Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) across the state to ensure Senior Nutrition Programs — including the Older Americans Act (OAA) Congregate and Home Delivered Meal Programs and United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program — are running in compliance with federal rules and meeting the people who need them most. This role is policy, planning, and partnerships in equal measure. You'll develop accountability systems, provide technical assistance to AAAs, serve as staff support to the Washington State Council on Aging, and lead authorship of the federally mandated State Plan on Aging every four years. You'll also manage the state's grant with USDA and serve as the primary point of contact for legislators, stakeholders, and community partners on all things senior nutrition. If you have a strong grasp of aging services, know how AAAs operate, and want to shape how Washington supports its older adults — this role is built for you.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in social work, health or social science, public administration, or a related field AND five years of professional experience planning or administering community-based supportive services for older adults and/or people with disabilities, OR Nine years of professional experience planning or administering community-based supportive services for older adults and/or people with disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- A master's degree in a related field and/or Certified Public Manager (CPM) credential
- Credentials as a Registered Dietician, Certified Nutritionist, and/or Food Program Management certification
- Demonstrated knowledge of AAA operations and OAA program regulations, particularly Senior Nutrition Programs
Responsibilities
- Serve as the state's primary resource on Senior Nutrition Programs, Older Americans Act requirements, and the Volunteer Services program
- Provide technical assistance to AAAs in planning, contracting, monitoring, budgeting, and fiscal management
- Monitor AAA compliance with OAA standards and develop quality assurance mechanisms
- Provide policy and staff support to the Washington State Council on Aging, including coordinating meetings and membership
- Lead authorship of the State Plan on Aging (completed every four years) and the annual State Plan submitted to USDA
- Analyze legislation impacting assigned program areas and provide bill analysis with recommendations to leadership
- Negotiate and monitor an inter-agency agreement with the Department of Health for infrastructure
- Draft management bulletins to AAAs communicating policy and standards updates
Benefits
- Fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
