Program Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Program Manager serves as Chief of the Water Resources Branch and is responsible for the vertical and horizontal management and execution of the District’s civil works and military projects. The position provides overall vision and leadership to organize, train, equip, and supervise the Branch to achieve mission effectiveness. It includes managing projects such as flood control, storm damage prevention, navigation improvements, locks and dams, and aquatic ecosystem restoration construction.

The incumbent performs personnel management, budget development and execution, program and project oversight, and strategic planning. The role also represents the District Commander in meetings and other forums concerning the District’s capabilities and civil works projects. This is a supervisory position and requires pre-employment and annual financial disclosure. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 in the Federal service.
• Experience integrating planning, engineering, construction, real estate, operations and maintenance, contracting, and resource management with program and project management.
• Experience supervising professional, administrative, technical, and clerical staff.
• Experience maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Applicants who held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-13).
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Must meet an eligible employment authority category and provide documentation supporting eligibility.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entry and annually thereafter.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must complete a background investigation if required for a suitability or fitness determination.

Responsibilities

• Integrate technical functions and products to manage District programs and deliver projects.
• Manage civil works and military projects, including flood control, storm damage prevention, navigation improvements, locks and dams, and aquatic ecosystem restoration construction.
• Provide vision and leadership to organize, train, equip, and supervise the Branch.
• Guide, direct, and evaluate the technical efforts and work products of subordinates.
• Prepare, justify, manage, and execute budgets using sound business, technical, and financial management practices.
• Assess District mission and work requirements and develop corporate plans, goals, and objectives.
• Monitor fiscal progress for studies, design, and construction; analyze deviations and problems; and develop solutions to meet commitments.
• Represent the District Commander at meetings, briefings, conferences, and hearings concerning District capabilities and civil works projects.
• Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, technical specialists, senior officials, customers, project sponsors, and industry officials.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized, subject to a signed service agreement.

What This Job Offers

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