Program Manager ROLE We need a Program Manager (PCPM) for the Office of the Under Secretary for Defense (OUSD) Personnel and Readiness’s (P&R) MATOC. The OUSD P&R is responsible for overseeing personnel and readiness policies and programs within the Department of Defense. Its mission is to ensure the readiness, effectiveness, and well-being of military and civilian personnel across the department. The MATOC, named the Personnel and Readiness Infrastructure Support Management (PRISM), will provide the OUSD’s Directorates and Strategic Mission Partners (Strategic Partners) with innovative and cost-effective services that incorporate industry best practices to meet the demands associated with a dynamic global threat and security environment. Your role as a Program Manager for the OUSD will be to oversee the execution of the MATOC, including contract management, stakeholder coordination, and program performance monitoring to ensure the successful delivery of services by established objectives and requirements. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the execution of the PRISM MATOC program within OUSD P&R
Manage all aspects of the contract, including budgeting, scheduling, and compliance
Coordinate with stakeholders and strategic partners to ensure alignment with program objectives
Monitor program performance and progress to ensure delivery of services meets established standards
Develop and maintain program management plans, policies, and procedures
Lead and direct the program team to achieve program goals and objectives
Provide leadership and guidance to project managers and other team members
Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact program success
Foster a collaborative and productive working environment within the program team
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and partners involved in the program
Communicate regularly with leadership and stakeholders on program status and key milestones
Ensure that program deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations
Develop strategies to optimize program efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and standards
Support the evaluation and selection of vendors and subcontractors as needed
Serve as the primary point of contact for program-related inquiries and communications
Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance program management processes and outcomes
Support the overall mission of OUSD P&R by successfully executing program objectives and deliverables
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
10 years as a Program Manager in at least 3 P&R functional areas: Front Office, Readiness, Chief Talent Management Office (CTMO), Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA), Defense Health Agency (DHA), Office of Force Resiliency (OFR), and Functional Financial Management Support (FFMS)
Experience managing Professional Services contracts at the MATOC level
Experience leading complex DoD or Federal Government projects
Execute individual contracts, task orders, BPA Calls, or Purchase Orders that fall under the P&R functional areas
Capable of working independently
Strong written and oral communication skills in the English language
Capable of directing contractor personnel and interfacing with the Government and customers
Exceptional customer service skills
Strong time-management and prioritization skills
Ability to communicate applicable technical subject matter expertise to management and others
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Political Science, Human Resources, Engineering, CS. etc.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Graduate degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
LOCATION
TBD
CLEARANCE
Background investigation
CLIENT
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD) Personnel & Readiness (P&R)
TRAVEL
Travel may be required
WORK HOURS
Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
W2
RELOCATION
Not eligible for relocation benefits
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.