Program Manager

Naval Sea Systems Command • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be positions filled from it. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section to be considered. Applicants who respond to the flyer will not receive Notice of Result letters.

The Program Manager provides strategic direction for resolving Fleet mission-critical issues and interests across all Program Executive Office (PEO) Integrated Warfare Systems (IWS) programs. The role works with PEO IWS, Fleet Flag Officers, and Senior Executives to establish and execute fundamental concepts and criteria and to promote development of new policies, methodologies, and techniques. The position presents briefings and engagements communicating PEO IWS and Fleet strategic vision and organizational policies, ensuring both perspectives are accurately identified and considered.

The Program Manager leads preparation, review, and approval of major organizational reports and policies for internal and external distribution; provides expertise, guidance, and feedback to the Fleet and PEO IWS program managers and leadership teams; develops recommendations for program requirements based on new or revised legislation; and directs and evaluates complex studies, developing methods and procedures to measure program results and effectiveness.

This position is in the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project at the NH-04 broadband level, encompassing positions equivalent to GS-14 and GS-15. It is covered by the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA), with certification and continuous learning requirements. Travel may be required to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and may involve extended travel on military and commercial aircraft.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of an offer or removal.
• Must obtain required DAWIA certification in the assigned functional area and tier, and required Continuous Learning points, within established timeframes.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana; selectees are subject to random testing.
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may include CONUS and OCONUS locations and remote or isolated sites.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower pay band, NH-03 (GS-13 equivalent), directing complex studies to identify improvements in work methods, procedures, organizations, manpower allocation, work assignment distribution, delegations of authority, management controls, information and documentation systems, or similar functions supporting combat systems equipment integration, strategic program management, and oversight of complex facility operations and sustainment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days after retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for resolving Fleet mission-critical issues and interests across all PEO IWS programs.
• Work with PEO IWS, Fleet Flag Officers, and Senior Executives to establish and execute fundamental concepts and criteria and stimulate development of new policies, methodologies, and techniques.
• Present briefings and engagements conveying PEO IWS and Fleet strategic vision and organizational policies, ensuring both perspectives are identified and considered.
• Lead preparation, review, and approval of major organizational reports and policies for internal and external distribution.
• Provide expertise, guidance, and feedback to the Fleet and to PEO IWS program managers and leadership teams.
• Develop recommendations for overall program requirements based on new or revised legislation.
• Direct and evaluate complex studies and develop methods and procedures to measure program results and effectiveness.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to employees and their families, subject to eligibility based on position type and other factors.
• Recruitment, relocation, or student loan repayment incentives may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

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