Under indirect supervision, oversees the operational planning, establishment, execution, and evaluation of a multifaceted program/project typically consisting of a set of closely related subprograms or associated activities funded through local- and/or state-level contracts/grants. Oversees fiscal, operational, administrative, and human resources management of the program(s). Seeks and develops outside funding sources and maintains responsibility of the appropriate use of programmatic funds within the parameters of the contract(s)/grant(s), up to approximately $1 million per fiscal year. Serves as principal point of representation and liaison with external constituencies on the local and state level on operational matters, and provides day-to-day technical/professional guidance and leadership as appropriate to the area of expertise. The program/project is usually focused to a single purpose; may be scientific, research, education, and/or services oriented, and is usually funded through contract/grant provisions. This is typically a term position tied to the contract/grant funding period, which requires approval by Human Resources prior to use.