Program Operations Support Specialist MID

Cherokee Federal•United States,

2d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance to be considered. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Program Operations Support Specialist – MID to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to a dynamic program management team. This role is responsible for facilitating smooth program execution through effective coordination, tracking, and reporting of key operational activities. The ideal candidate will bring mid-level experience in program support within a federal, defense, or government contracting environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Must have worked as an Action Officer (AO) at the Defense Health Agency (DHA) or one of the military medical headquarters.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project tracking tools.
Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting government or defense programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist program leadership with operational planning, execution, and reporting activities.
Maintain and update program documentation, schedules, and deliverables.
Track action items, risks, and milestones using program management tools and templates.
Coordinate logistics for meetings, briefings, and stakeholder engagements.
Support data collection, analysis, and preparation of routine reports and presentations.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and contractual obligations.
Interface with cross-functional teams including finance, logistics, HR, and procurement.
Respond to taskers and data calls in a timely and accurate manner.
Provide administrative support such as correspondence drafting, file management, and travel coordination.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned