Program Manager, 55+ Driver Safety Project

About the role

The Georgia Department of Public Health seeks a Program Manager to lead the 55+ Driver Safety Project, a grant‑funded initiative aimed at reducing motor‑vehicle injuries among older drivers across the state.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate injury‑prevention programming focused on older driver safety.
• Meet deliverables for program grants from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.
• Provide statewide technical assistance and support to health departments and partner organizations.
• Identify, coordinate, and evaluate educational and training programs related to older drivers and highway safety.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of program interventions and report on grant objectives.
• Recommend policies and procedures to improve older driver safety in Georgia.
• Prepare and administer grant deliverables and contracts for services.
• Communicate and collaborate with state, federal, and community entities to promote optimal program implementation.
• Manage the grant budget and supervise program staff and interns.
• Lead the Georgia Older Driver Task Team, coordinating meetings and activities under the Strategic Highway Safety Plan.
• Maintain professional knowledge of current trends, guidelines, and research in older driver safety.
• Attend and participate in related seminars, conferences, and training courses.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of relevant experience, including two years in a managerial or supervisory role (or equivalent lower‑level position).
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, teamwork, leadership, and planning/evaluation skills.
• Demonstrated experience presenting to diverse audiences.
• Computer skills and ability to interpret data.

What we offer

• Flexible work schedule and workplace flexibility.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and long‑term care insurance.
• Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS) with deferred compensation.
• 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and paid parental leave.
• Life insurance coverage.