About The Position
This is a practice posting created by FedWriters, Inc. (FWI) for Operation Get Seen, a live resume-review event with the Veteran Staffing Network (VSN) on November 10, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET. It is not a real job opening, and no one will be hired. Applying registers the applicant for a resume review to demonstrate how applicant tracking systems and people read resumes. Applicants must upload a text-readable Word or PDF resume and answer short questions. By applying, applicants agree that FWI and VSN reviewers may review their resume before the event and may display it during the live session with identifying details removed. The session will not be recorded, and there is no cost. Military-connected applicants are especially welcome, though everyone is invited. The practice role describes a Program Operations Specialist who helps keep federal programs on schedule by tracking tasks and deliverables, coordinating with team members and stakeholders, preparing status reports and briefings, and helping the program manager identify and resolve risks. The work includes coordinating activities across multiple teams, maintaining program documentation and trackers, supporting meetings and planning, and recommending practical fixes to risks and process problems.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience coordinating programs, projects, teams, or operations in the military or a civilian role.
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience consisting of 4 additional years of relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SharePoint or another document and task tracking tool.
- Experience supervising or mentoring others.
- Familiarity with federal contracting or government programs.
- Project management training or certification, such as PMP or CAPM.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate schedules, tasks, and deliverables across multiple teams.
- Track milestones and prepare weekly status reports and briefings.
- Communicate with team members, customers, and leadership.
- Maintain program records, trackers, and shared files.
- Identify risks and process problems and recommend practical fixes.
- Support meetings, planning sessions, and event logistics.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Holiday pay
- Paid time off
- Internal promotion opportunities
- Professional development
- Recognition and rewards programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
