Program Manager III

Nationwide IT Services•Arlington, VA

1d•$100,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Program Manager III to support a proposal effort for the National Guard Bureau (NGB) Technical and Staff Support Services (TSSS) program. The Program Manager will provide overall program leadership, management, and oversight of technical and staff support services supporting NGB Joint Education and Staff Training and Joint Leader Development initiatives. The role oversees program operations, personnel, deliverables, quality assurance, and coordination with Government stakeholders to support successful execution of contract requirements. The position is based on-site at the LTG Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army Readiness Center in Arlington, Virginia. Work may also be required at other Government facilities throughout the National Capital Region. Remote work is not authorized, although occasional Government-approved telework may be permitted. Travel may be required to support National Guard training, education, and leadership development activities. The role requires an active Secret clearance and compliance with applicable DD Form 254 and DoD security, information protection, and installation access requirements. NIS is an SBA-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an IT and management consulting company. Its mission is to deliver value-added services by leveraging technology, people, and industry best practices to implement innovative solutions through trusted employees and team members.

Requirements

Extensive experience managing Department of Defense programs, operations, or training support contracts.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating complex Government requirements.
Experience with program management, project planning, performance monitoring, and contract deliverables.
Knowledge of DoD training, education, operational planning, or professional development programs.
Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, management processes, and performance reports.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet Government-established deadlines.
Active Secret security clearance.
Must meet applicable DD Form 254 security requirements and comply with applicable DoD security, information protection, and installation access requirements.

Nice To Haves

20+ years of Department of Defense program leadership experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Previous National Guard Bureau Joint Staff experience, particularly within NGB J8.
Experience with Electronic Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2).
Experience managing large-scale military training or orientation programs.
Experience managing significant DoD training budgets and resources.
Military officer leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Provide overall program management, leadership, and oversight of contract operations, personnel, and deliverables.
Serve as the primary contractor management point of contact for Government representatives, including the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Coordinate and oversee training, education, curriculum development, and leadership development support activities.
Develop, implement, and maintain program processes and procedures aligned with Government Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Oversee project management lifecycle documentation, schedules, milestones, and reporting requirements.
Coordinate the development and maintenance of Course Management Task Lists (CMTLs), training schedules, and associated deliverables.
Monitor contract performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
Support training evaluations, After Action Reviews (AARs), curriculum reviews, and continuous process improvement.
Coordinate with National Guard Bureau stakeholders and other Department of Defense organizations.
Ensure compliance with applicable DoD policies, security requirements, and contractual performance standards.
Prepare and present program status reports, briefings, and recommendations to Government leadership.
Ensure adequate staffing and continuity of services throughout contract performance.