Senior Program Director – Program Management; POTFF; Tampa, FL

Senior Program Director – Program Management (POTFF) - Tampa, FL

Date

Friday, October 16, 2026

City

Riverview

State

FL

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Maximus is hiring a Senior Operational Program Director to support a large, mission-critical government program. This role will provide leadership for program operations, workforce management, client engagement, and contract performance while partnering with government stakeholders to ensure mission success.

The ideal candidate will bring experience managing large-scale government programs, leading geographically dispersed teams, supporting complex operational environments, and delivering high-quality services in support of federal customers.

This position is onsite in Tampa, FL.

This position is pending upon contract award.

U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as required for contract performance..

• Flexibility That Fits Your Life – Work/life balance support with flexibility designed to meet your personal and professional needs.
• Robust Health & Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription plans, a partially funded HSA, Life Insurance, and additional insurance discounts.
• Build Your Financial Future – 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Time Away From Work – PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Wellness Beyond the Workplace – Resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Recognition That Matters – Employee recognition programs that celebrate achievements and contributions.
• Invest in Your Growth – Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Employee Discounts & Perks – Exclusive savings, special offers, and employee-only benefits.
• Wellness Programs & Resources – Programs and tools designed to support overall health and wellness.
• Career Development Opportunities – Training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Licensure & Certification Support – Maximus covers the costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead one or more highly complex and/or enterprise-critical programs with broad accountability for outcomes, governance, and senior client relationships. May lead a single very large program or a portfolio of programs and typically oversee a substantial staffing footprint with responsibility for setting delivery strategy and operating model.
• Define and drive program and functional strategies, establishing short- to mid-term objectives aligned with business and client priorities.
• Provide full accountability for program financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, profitability, and P&L management.
• Establish the operating framework, workforce strategy, and resource model for large-scale programs, ensuring operational effectiveness, scalability, and achievement of financial and business objectives.
• Develop, implement, and govern program-wide policies, procedures, standards, and controls to ensure operational consistency, compliance, risk mitigation, and audit readiness.
• Resolve complex operational, financial, and organizational challenges while driving continuous improvement, innovation, efficiency, and scalability.
• Lead and develop a multi-layered organization through performance management, coaching, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Partner with senior executives and cross-functional leaders to establish priorities, allocate resources, and ensure…