Program Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers•Omaha, NE

About The Position

The Program Manager is responsible for efficiently and effectively coordinating and accomplishing the planning, scope, development, and direction of major contract projects and/or functional programs within the Omaha District (NWO). The role includes developing and implementing management plans, coordinating planning, design, and acquisition processes, and managing budgets, milestones, progress, and corrective actions. The position is designated as performing Project and/or Program Management functions, and requires achievement of at least Level 1 CDP internal qualification. It involves temporary duty or business travel 25% of the time and a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the applicable requirements. The position requires a year of specialized experience at the next lower federal grade or equivalent (GS-12); education cannot substitute for experience. Applicants who held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks must also have 52 weeks of federal service at GS-12 or equivalent.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience managing coordination of projects or functional programs within an agency.
One year of specialized experience applying project management principles to support project development within an agency.
One year of specialized experience controlling project milestones and budgets within an agency.
One year of specialized experience taking corrective actions to maintain schedule and cost objectives for projects or functional programs.
Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-12).
Education cannot be substituted for the required experience.
Must meet an eligible employment authority category listed in the announcement.
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Must submit a financial disclosure report (OGE 278 or OGE 450) upon entry and annually thereafter.
Must achieve at least Level 1 CDP internal qualification for Project and/or Program Managers.
May be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
Must complete a one-year probationary period unless previously meeting the applicable requirements.
Temporary duty or business travel is required 25% of the time.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

Manage coordination, control, and execution of major contract projects and functional programs within the district.
Develop and implement comprehensive management plans integrating schedules, scope, assumptions, risks, and performance criteria.
Coordinate program planning, design, and acquisition processes, including source selection for complex projects.
Control and manage project budgets and milestones, monitor progress, and take corrective actions to meet commitments.
Review and analyze cost reports to identify and resolve unauthorized charges.