Compliance Program Manager Jobs in Maryland
Compliance Program Manager jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the federal contracting, financial services, and healthcare sectors, with demand from entry-level compliance analysts ready to step up through senior program leads overseeing enterprise-wide risk frameworks. Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville account for the largest share of openings, anchored by employers such as Leidos, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, and T. Rowe Price. The most in-demand specialties are government contract compliance, healthcare regulatory affairs, and financial services risk management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Manager of Business Development, Compliance & Program Operations
Primus Health Inc.
Location: Windsor Mill, MD
Salary: $60,320 per year
Schedule: Full-Time
Employment Type: Exempt
Travel: Local travel required; reliable personal vehicle required
About the Position
Primus Health Inc. is seeking a motivated and organized Manager of Business Development, Compliance & Program Operations to lead key business development, compliance, and operational functions within our human services programs.
This is a diverse management role for a professional who is capable of building community relationships, developing referral sources, monitoring regulatory compliance, managing billing activities, and overseeing operational support functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive client census growth across Residential, Day Habilitation, CDS, Personal Supports, Employment Services, and other programs.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with schools, hospitals, families, Service Coordinators, DDA representatives, and other referral sources.
- Represent Primus Health at community events, transition fairs, DDA meetings, and other outreach activities.
- Manage the referral and intake process from initial inquiry through admission, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate documentation.
- Lead the agency's preparation for DDA and OHCQ audits, surveys, and site visits, ensuring required documentation and records are complete and readily available.
- Prepare and present regular reports on referrals, admissions, compliance, billing, client census, and business development activities.
- Monitor and manage corrective action plans following audits and ensure required actions are completed within established deadlines.
- Manage client eligibility redeterminations and oversee Representative Payee documentation, coordination, and related recordkeeping.
- Manage billing and claims activities for assigned programs, including documentation, reconciliation, submission, and resolution of billing issues.
- Assist in monitoring staff compliance records, including certifications, training, background checks, and other regulatory requirements.
- Assist in providing program management coverage only when necessary in absence of the relevant manager.
- Assist in providing other administrative, operational, and business development responsibilities as assigned by agency leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- 3–5 years of experience in DDA-licensed residential or community services, Service Coordination, Program Management, Case Management, or Quality Assurance.
- Familiarity with the DDA system, Person-Centered Plans, DDA Waiver programs, and COMAR requirements.
- Experience with billing or claims in a human services or healthcare setting is preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Comfortable presenting to groups and representing the agency professionally.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and willingness to travel locally.
Preferred Skills
- Experience managing residential program operations.
- Knowledge of DDA and OHCQ licensing requirements.
- Experience managing compliance audits and regulatory documentation.
- Experience working with families, Service Coordinators, DDA representatives, and other community partners.
Why Join Primus Health?
This position provides an opportunity to play a key leadership role in business growth, regulatory compliance, and program operations while working directly with agency leadership and community partners.
Salary: $60,320 annually
Primus Health Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or expanded based on the needs of the organization.
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance program manager jobs across Maryland.
- Bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or a related compliance field
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) credential preferred by most Maryland employers
- Five or more years of experience managing compliance programs in a regulated industry
- Deep knowledge of federal contracting regulations including FAR and DFARS
- Proven ability to develop and implement compliance policies across large organizations
- Experience conducting internal audits and reporting findings to executive leadership
Compliance Program Manager Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a compliance program manager in Maryland?
Most compliance program managers in Maryland start with a bachelor's degree in business, law, public policy, or a related field, then build experience in a regulated sector such as federal contracting, healthcare, or financial services. Maryland does not issue a state-specific license for the role, but the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics is widely expected by Maryland employers. Several years managing compliance projects or audits in a junior role is the standard path to program manager level.
How much do compliance program managers make in Maryland?
Compliance program managers in Maryland earn a median of about $84,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,310 for the lowest 10% to over $132,620 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire compliance program managers in Maryland?
Employers hiring compliance program managers in Maryland right now include JBS INTERNATIONAL, Primus Health, and BLH TECHNOLOGIES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's dense concentration of federal contractors, health insurers, and financial institutions means hiring is steady across multiple industries rather than tied to a single employer type.
Which Maryland cities have the most compliance program manager jobs?
Maryland, Laurel, and Baltimore are the cities with the most compliance program manager openings in Maryland. Baltimore drives volume through its large hospital networks and financial services firms, while Bethesda and Rockville reflect the high concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C.
Are there remote compliance program manager jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of compliance program manager openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on policy review, documentation, training, and reporting rather than on-site oversight. Policy development, risk assessment, and regulatory reporting roles are the most likely to be offered with full or partial remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a compliance program manager in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a compliance analyst or compliance coordinator role and building toward the program manager title from there. Maryland's federal contracting firms, including those in the Bethesda and Columbia corridors, regularly hire entry-level compliance analysts who can grow within structured programs. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and similar large health insurers also bring in compliance associates from adjacent roles in audit, legal support, or quality assurance. Earning the CCEP Associate credential while still in an entry role signals seriousness to Maryland employers and accelerates the move to program management.
Where can I find and apply to compliance program manager jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to compliance program manager jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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