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Job Title: Senior Clinical Program Manager - (Remote in Des Moines, Iowa)
Company Name: Maximus
Location: Des Moines, IA
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 03/21/2026
Expire Date: 05/20/2026
Job Categories: Consulting Services, Government and Policy, Medical
Job Description
Senior Clinical Program Manager - (Remote in Des Moines, Iowa)
Maximus is seeking a Senior Clinical Program Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Iowa CSA program, a critical role accountable for overall contract performance and high‑quality service delivery. This position oversees day‑to‑day program operations through a structured management team, ensuring contractual SLAs are consistently achieved and workflows function efficiently. The Senior Clinical Program Manager works with senior management to conduct program budgeting and P&L, ensures appropriate staffing levels, serves as the primary point of contact for the state client, and partners closely with IT, project, and internal stakeholders to maintain effective systems and processes. This leader proactively identifies and resolves operational or workflow risks, driving contract compliance, performance excellence, and sustained client satisfaction.


**Position is contingent upon contract award.

** This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must reside in the state of Iowa within 1 hour of Des Moines.

About the Program: The IA CSA (Iowa Core Standardize Assessments) will conduct clinical assessments for individuals seeking enrollment into all Iowa Medicaid Waivers or to conduct clinical reassessments for Medicaid Waiver Recipients. 

Why Maximus?
- 🔄 Work/Life Balance Support - Flexibility tailored to your needs!
- 💰 Competitive Compensation -Bonuses based on performance included!
- 🛡️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
- 🌟 Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
- 🏝️ Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and
extended sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
- 🌱 Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 🏆 Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
- 📚 Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
- 🎁 Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
- 🌟 Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
- 📚 Professional Development Opportunities-Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.
- 📝Licensures and Certifications-Maximus assumes the expenses associated with renewing licenses and certifications for its employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists the leadership with the day-to-day running of the core functional areas to ensure compliance with the prime contract, all subsequent amendments, program business rules, as well as state and federal regulations.
- Analyzes daily, weekly, and monthly reports for performance measurement and efficiencies
- Participates with project and executive management to establish strategic plans, objectives, initiatives, and work plans
- Assists the leadership in efforts to facilitate a functional, motivated, and cohesive project team
- Directly supervises and manages key Project staff as determined by the leadership
- Works with Project and executive management to develop, monitor and revise performance goals and objectives for the project and staff. Monitors achievement of those goals
- Provides direction to team members and resolves problems in a timely and professional manner
- Assists in the creation and implementation of innovative methodologies, process improvements and corrective action plans to continually streamline and improve project operations, outcomes, and quality.
- Develops, modifies, and executes project policies, ensuring all project team members comply
- Meets all standards established for this position as outlined in the corresponding annual performance criteria and bonus template for this position
- Responsible for managing all aspects of contract expectations which include: financial review, client management and effective delivery of service level expectations.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by Management

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field
- Residency in the state of Iowa within 1 hour of Des Moines is required
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive management experience
- Experience with financial forecasting and profit & loss (P&L) management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Requirements
- MBA or Master's degree in Business or Finance  
- Demonstrated organizational leadership experience
- Proven ability to build, maintain, and strengthen client relationships

Home Office Requirements
- Maximus provides company-issued computer equipment
- Reliable high-speed internet service
- Minimum 20 Mpbs download speeds/50 Mpbs for shared internet connectivity
- Minimum 5 Mpbs upload speeds
- Private and secure workspace

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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.
Minimum Salary
$
90,000.00
Maximum Salary
$
120,000.00
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Company Name: Maximus
Website:https://maximus.avature.net/careers/FolderDetail/United-States-IA-CSA-Sr-Program-Manager-Clinical-Management-36472/36472?source=HBCU+Connect
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