Substance Use Prevention Program Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt | Reports to: Executive Director | Location: San Diego, CA (hybrid) ABOUT CENTER FOR COMMUNITY RESEARCH (CCR): For over 15 years, the Center for Community Research has helped communities across San Diego County prevent substance misuse through local data, evidence-based strategies, and strong partnerships. We work alongside community-based organizations and government agencies to turn research into action that keeps people healthy and safe. THE ROLE: CCR is hiring an experienced Substance Use Prevention Program Manager to lead key components of a large substance misuse prevention contract for the County of San Diego. Working collaboratively with a small team, you'll own specific program deliverables from planning through implementation and funder reporting. The role does not include direct staff supervision. In this role, you'll translate contract requirements into clear, actionable plans; manage timelines and deliverables; and coordinate activities with CCR staff, prevention providers, contractors, and community partners across San Diego County's six HHSA regions. You'll also build the capacity of prevention providers through training and technical assistance, facilitate a countywide prevention workgroup, oversee CCR's special-event alcohol server safety training program, and serve as CCR's primary contact with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy turning plans into results, bringing structure and momentum to complex work, and helping community partners do their best work. You'll have a high degree of autonomy, managing your own workstreams and keeping leadership informed of progress, risks, and needs. WHAT YOU'LL DO Program & Contract ManagementManage major program workstreams from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and contract requirements are metBuild and maintain practical workplans and tracking systems, and refine them over timeMonitor progress, flag challenges and emerging needs, and proactively communicate priorities and recommendations to leadershipCoordinate with CCR staff, prevention providers, contractors, and partners to keep activities aligned and on trackMaintain accurate documentation and prepare reports, data summaries, and progress updates for funders and leadership Capacity Building & TrainingProvide technical assistance to prevention providers, helping them apply the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) and other evidence- and community-informed approachesDevelop and deliver community prevention trainings and internal staff development trainingIdentify capacity gaps and bring in subject matter expertise or other resources as neededStay current on prevention research, frameworks, and best practices Facilitation & PartnershipsFacilitate a prevention workgroup and other meetings, including preparing agendas, materials, and notes, and member follow-upBuild effective working relationships with providers, contractors, and partnersSupport community input forums held across the county's six HHSA regions, and other stakeholder engagement that informs countywide prevention planning Alcohol Prevention LeadershipLead CCR's alcohol server safety trainings, providing education for volunteers and staff at community events where alcohol is sold, including scheduling, intake, materials, and completion documentationServe as CCR's key contact with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage ControlFacilitate the countywide alcohol prevention workgroupProvide alcohol-related technical assistance to prevention providers and community groups WHAT YOU BRING Required4+ years managing programs, projects, grants, or contracts with multiple concurrent workstreams, defined deliverables, timelines, and funder reporting requirementsExperience providing technical assistance, training, coaching, or capacity-building support to professional or community audiencesExperience facilitating workgroups, coalitions and/or stakeholder meetings, from agenda and materials to follow-upStrong independent judgment, critical thinking, and written and verbal communication, with the ability to proactively flag progress, risks, and needsBachelor's degree in public health, psychology, behavioral health, or a related field, or equivalent experienceValid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout San Diego County PreferredExperience managing a county, state, or federally funded program or contractKnowledge of alcohol prevention, alcohol policy, responsible beverage service, or familiarity with California ABC regulationsExperience applying the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) or similar prevention planning frameworksKnowledge of San Diego County's substance misuse prevention landscapeBilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual Salary: $75,000–$87,000, depending on experience. CCR offers health insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays (details provided upon offer). HOW TO APPLY: Apply through our online application form at https://tally.so/r/0VQA66 which asks you to upload your resume and answer three short questions about your experience. SCHEDULE, LOCATION & ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is based in San Diego, California, in a hybrid arrangement combining remote, office, and field work. This role requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Regular travel across San Diego County's six HHSA regions is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, use standard office equipment, and must be able to travel by vehicle across San Diego County. Employees may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds of event and training materials. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is subject to a criminal background check prior to hire and annually thereafter. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT: CCR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be asked to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.