Program Manager

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • District of Columbia, DC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the US Army Corps of Engineers, Directorate of Civil Works - Office of Legislative & Tribal Affairs. Duties Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight of a team managing USACE legislative engagement, congressional affairs, and tribal affairs portfolios. Direct the planning and execution of congressional activities, including drafting testimony, hearing preparation, and responding to legislative inquiries. Advise senior Army and Corps leadership on legislative strategy, policy implications, and congressional priorities affecting the Civil Works program. Foster government-to-government relationships with Tribal Nations and ensure compliance with policies governing tribal consultation. Lead the strategic planning process to align the Civil Works Program with Administration, Army, and Assistant Secretary of the Army priorities.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is designated Tier 3, Non-Critical Sensitive, Moderate Risk and requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance Level as a condition of employment.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.
• A one year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job.
• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible
• Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
• Directing a multidisciplinary team to manage legislative engagement and tribal relations
• Advising senior agency leadership on legislative strategy and policy implications
• Overseeing the preparation of congressional testimony and briefing materials
• Fostering government-to-government relationships with Tribal Nations to ensure consultation compliance
• Implementing strategic plans and performance metrics to align organizational initiatives with departmental priorities.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-14).
• For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic oversight of a team managing USACE legislative engagement, congressional affairs, and tribal affairs portfolios.
• Direct the planning and execution of congressional activities, including drafting testimony, hearing preparation, and responding to legislative inquiries.
• Advise senior Army and Corps leadership on legislative strategy, policy implications, and congressional priorities affecting the Civil Works program.
• Foster government-to-government relationships with Tribal Nations and ensure compliance with policies governing tribal consultation.
• Lead the strategic planning process to align the Civil Works Program with Administration, Army, and Assistant Secretary of the Army priorities.

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