Program Manager (Cwmd Technologies)

Defense Threat Reduction Agency • Kirtland AFB, NM

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated August 12, 2024. This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. As a PROGRAM MANAGER (CWMD TECHNOLOGIES) at the GS-0340-14, some of your typical work assignments may include: Serves as the Program Manager responsible for the overall management, control, coordination, and execution of assigned programs and projects. Develops detailed project plans, identifies key cost, schedule, and performance parameters, and identifies resource and manpower requirements. Utilizes tools and methods to track progress throughout the project life cycle, convenes regular in-progress reviews, and maintains interaction with all stakeholders. Regularly briefs senior leadership on project status, significant developments, and changes in resources that impact established timelines and milestones. Ensures compliance with all required acquisition processes per the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and serves as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to manage contract performance.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Must consent to and pass pre-employment drug testing and be subject to periodic drug testing thereafter.
• This is an Acquisition Workforce position in the Program Management functional area. The incumbent will be required to become certified in the Practitioner tier within 4 years.
• The incumbent is required to acquire a minimum of 40 continuous learning points (CLPs) every fiscal year as a goal and 80 CLPs being mandatory within 2 years.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below:
• Application of program management principles to integrate project scope, schedules, milestones, budgets, and stakeholder responsibilities;
• Developing detailed project plans, identifying key cost, schedule, and performance parameters, and sequencing events and work efforts to ensure proper allocation of resources;
• Utilizing program management tools and methods to track progress throughout the project life cycle, monitor work in progress, and evaluate effectiveness in achieving objectives;
• Assisting in the development of acquisition plans, source selection plans, and other contractual documents to ensure requirements are essential and cost-effective, and;
• Serving as or closely with a Contracting Officer Representative (COR), initiating acquisition and funding documents, and ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplements (DFARS). (EXPERIENCE MUST BE CLEARLY DEMONSTRATED IN YOUR RESUME)

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the Program Manager responsible for the overall management, control, coordination, and execution of assigned programs and projects.
• Develops detailed project plans, identifies key cost, schedule, and performance parameters, and identifies resource and manpower requirements.
• Utilizes tools and methods to track progress throughout the project life cycle, convenes regular in-progress reviews, and maintains interaction with all stakeholders.
• Regularly briefs senior leadership on project status, significant developments, and changes in resources that impact established timelines and milestones.
• Ensures compliance with all required acquisition processes per the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and serves as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to manage contract performance.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed