Program Manager, Title IV-E Training Grant

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The School of Social Work at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to lead the administration of the Title IV-E Training Grant. This leadership role oversees the day-to-day operations of the grant, supervises a diverse team, ensures contract compliance, manages the Child Welfare Scholars (stipend) Program, and serves as a key liaison to statewide partners, including UNLV, the Nevada Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS), and county-level child welfare agencies.

This position plays a vital role in the development and implementation of a statewide, evidence-informed, competency-based child welfare training program that enhances professional practice and outcomes across Nevada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the Title IV-E training program.

• Chair UNR’s Northern Training Partnership (NTP) team meetings and hiring searches.

• Collaborate with DCFS, UNLV, and county jurisdictions on curriculum design and program development.

• Serve as primary liaison to state committees and workgroups related to training, evaluation, and curriculum.

• Work with fiscal staff to oversee program budgets and ensure contract deliverables are met on time.

• Engage external stakeholders (e.g., foster parents, subject matter experts) in training initiatives.

• Deliver presentations and workshops on Nevada’s child welfare systems.

• Contribute to applied research projects and program evaluation.

• Directly supervise multiple staff, including Coordinators, Trainers, and Technologists.

• Support indirect supervision of child welfare trainers and student workers.

• Conduct annual performance evaluations and provide ongoing team leadership.

• Co-lead the statewide Title IV-E Child Welfare Scholars Program in partnership with UNLV, DCFS, and local jurisdictions.

• Develop and implement innovative student recruitment strategies.

• Address complex issues related to student eligibility, hiring, and loan forgiveness.

• Collaborate with the Field Education Program to align stipend awards with student placements.

• Track outcomes and prepare detailed reports on recruitment, retention, and compliance.

• Provide support and mentoring for BSW and MSW stipend students in field placements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and five (5) years of related work experience; OR a Master’s Degree in Social Work and three (3) years of related work exper