Technical Expert I

JBS International • North Bethesda, MD

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Expert 1 (TE 1) leads the development and delivery of high-quality training and technical assistance using subject-matter expertise in assigned public/behavioral health domains. TE 1 independently designs curricula and materials, synthesizes research and field insights, conducts needs assessments, and facilitates TA across modalities. The role centers on content quality, evidence-informed practice, and effective delivery to achieve meaningful outcomes for grantees.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, public health, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience with applied expertise in a specific public/behavioral health area.
• Demonstrates deep, current knowledge; translates complex evidence into practical guidance.
• Designs adult-learning-aligned curricula and facilitates engaging, outcome-oriented sessions across modalities.
• Produces concise, well-cited products tailored to grantee needs.
• Builds trusted advisor relationships with grantees; tailors TA to context and readiness.
• Ensures deliverables meet client expectations and contribute to measurable improvements in practice.
• English Fluency (oral and written)
• Microsoft 365
• Solid grounding in public health topics
• Content knowledge of current and emerging issues for assigned programs
• Strengths-based TA approach

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Foundation understanding of evaluation methodology and data analytics.
• Knowledge of government contracting, grants management, and office administration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and deliver training and TA (e.g., site visits, webinars, learning collaboratives, policy academies, grantee meetings) tailored to audience needs.
• Develop high-quality written products and training materials (e.g., curricula, toolkits, slide decks, guidance briefs) with minimal supervision.
• Conduct and synthesize research; apply evidence and emerging trends; cite sources per project standards.
• Execute needs assessments and translate findings into content-driven TA solutions; evaluate and refine content based on feedback and outcomes.
• Provide expert consultation to grantees; build rapport and trusted relationships that support adoption and implementation.
• Ensure all products and sessions meet quality expectations and reflect best practices for adult learning and equitable, strengths-based TA.
• Understand and apply knowledge of Mental Health and Substance Use Prevention Treatment and Recovery Services Block Grants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior