Program Manager, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, U.S.[...] - Management Systems International : Job Details

Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C. metro area management consultancy with a 40-year history of delivering results for our clients. Our expertise is in the fields of monitoring and evaluation; democracy and governance; peace and stability; rule of law and accountability; education; strategic communications; and leadership and organizational development. MSI has implemented projects in 90 countries around the world and works domestically. We support clients ranging from the U.S. Government to large bilateral and multilateral donors, as well as national and local governments, NGOs, think tanks, foundations, and universities.

Proposal Summary:

The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)) requires administrative, analytical, and strategic communication support services.

Position Summary:

MSI is seeking a Program Manager who will be responsible for serving as MSI's primary point of contact at OUSD(A&S) and providing oversight of MSI's onsite personnel. The Program Manager shall ensure that MSI staff are fully trained in all policies and procedures and are able to complete the required day-to-day functions. The position will be based in the DC metro area.

**Please note: Only U.S. citizens with an active Secret security clearance are eligible to apply.**

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all staff are fully trained in all administrative, clerical, specific policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all staff can complete the required day-to-day functions of OUSD(A&S) administrative, clerical, and strategic communications support.
• Communicate changes to OUSD(A&S) business practices to all relevant staff and contractors.
• Provide and manage trained personnel to ensure effective and efficient day-to-day business operations.
• Manage personnel attrition and turnover to ensure smooth operations.
• Provide oversight of the OUSD(A&S) processes to verify staff are providing accurate and responsive support.
• Provide training to ensure staff expertise remains at a level to efficiently execute task order requirements.
• Provide monthly and quarterly status reports.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a mastery of the day-to-day operations within OUSD(A&S).
• Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Must have an active Secret security clearance.
• Must have at least five (5) years of program management experience.
• Be proficient in MS Office software.

Desired Qualifications:

• Program management certification.
• Executive level support experience within the Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
• Program management experience demonstrating the ability to collaborate and deliver contractual services in a high op-tempo environment.

At MSI, health and safety play a vital role in our success. MSI Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols.

MSI is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to develop and maintain a culture that honors the perspectives and identities of our employees, our communities, and those impacted by our work.

We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Reasonable Accommodations:

If you would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech's Disability Assistance Page. Our recruitment team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide reasonable accommodations for candidates.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.