CSP Program Manager Human Services Specialist III; Community Resources and Services

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland, and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards.

NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

Responsible for overseeing the Community Services Partnership (CSP) Human Services Grant Program, including the administration, oversight, and continuous improvement of more than $9.5 million in annual grant funding that supports critical human services in Howard County. Leads the development and maintenance of systems, processes, and relationships that support strategic and efficient grantmaking, funding allocation, and program oversight. Oversees CSP grantmaking and funding activities and supports the identification of emerging community needs to inform funding priorities and program responses.

Oversees the development and implementation of a coordinated system of support for Howard County nonprofit organizations providing critical human services. Engages the nonprofit community by providing training, technical assistance, and access to resources that strengthen organizational capacity, support financial sustainability and diversification of funding strategies, and enhance performance measurement and outcome reporting.

Works across the Department of Community Resources & Services and with partner agencies to align resources, coordinate funding strategies, and maximize the impact of County investments in human services.

Provides staff support to the Board to Promote Self-Sufficiency and its committees.

$37.22 - $40.70 $77,422 - $84,650

* This is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. Please note that the final salary will be determined by the Office of Human Resources, commensurate with experience and aligned to ensure internal equity with similarly situated roles.*

Performs advanced professional level human services work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work typically includes administrative support of a Division within the Department of Community Resources and Services; supervision over a major phase of citizen services delivery for the department; and planning,…