Air Force Community Partnership Program Specialist

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Work-life balance

Development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Arlington, VA seeks a detail-oriented subject matter expert to support the Department of the Air Force Community Partnership Program. This full-time role provides technical support and strategic communications to promote nationwide partnerships and improve program effectiveness.

Responsibilities include developing deliverables, coordinating site visits, managing partnerships lifecycle, data management, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, logistics, planning, public policy, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting DoD/Air Force Community Partnership Programs.
• Experience with meeting facilitation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experiential knowledge of the Department of Air Force and/or Air National Guard is preferred.
• Active DoD security clearance of 'Secret' or ability to obtain a security clearance if required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop deliverables in compliance with DoW, federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct site visits to formalize community partnerships between DAF installations, state or local governments, and non-DoD agencies.
• Provide technical support and policy advising for intergovernmental support agreements and inter-agency partnerships, manage data, foster stakeholder relations, and benchmark innovative approaches to shared services.
• Manage the lifecycle for community partnerships agreements and track progress.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend meetings across all levels of the DAF enterprise, and with other DoW Services.
• Assist installations and local communities as they identify and negotiate partnerships that reduce costs and enhance resilience and mission readiness.
• Participate in DAF subject matter workgroup meetings, including agenda development and providing meeting minutes.
• Develop materials and facilitate meetings during site visits.
• Support routine and annual data calls associated with the program.
• Support strategic growth efforts related to the Department of the Air Force and Air National Guard.

Skills

DoD/Air Force Partnership experience

Meeting facilitation

Data analysis

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, logistics, planning, public policy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech, a global leader in high end consulting services, is seeking a detail-oriented subject matter expert to fill a full-time position supporting the Department of the Air Force Community Partnership Program. The position will provide vital technical support and strategic communications to promote and enhance the Department's Community Partnership Program nationwide.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and develop deliverables in compliance with Department of War (DoW), federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and policies.
• Conduct site visits to formalize community partnerships between DAF installations, state or local governments, and non-DoD agencies.
• Provide technical support and policy advising for intergovernmental support agreements and inter-agency partnerships, manage data, foster stakeholder relations, and benchmark innovative approaches to shared services.
• Manage the lifecycle for community partnerships agreements and track progress.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend meetings across all levels of the DAF enterprise, and with other DoW Services.
• Assist installations and local communities as they identify and negotiate partnerships that reduce costs and enhance resilience and mission readiness.
• Participate in DAF subject matter workgroup meetings, including agenda development and providing meeting minutes.
• Develop materials and facilitate meetings during site visits.
• Support routine and annual data calls associated with the program.
• Support strategic growth efforts related to the Department of the Air Force and Air National Guard.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, logistics, planning, public policy, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting DoD/Air Force Community Partnership Programs.
• Experience with meeting facilitation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experiential knowledge of the Department of Air Force and/or Air National Guard is preferred.
• Active DoD security clearance of "Secret" or ability to obtain a security clearance if required.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

Background Check (if applicable): If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While primarily performed in an office environment, travel and on-site work might be required which could require lifting 50 pounds of documents or equipment, traversing uneven terrain during site visits, and standing long periods of time at public meetings.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work is principally performed in an office environment; however, there are occasional requirements to visit client sites, which requires the ability to perform work in an office environment or outdoors while conducting data gathering site visits, participating in on-site meetings, and attending conferences or other training activities off-site. Travel to conferences and client sites is expected to be approximately 25% of the time.

Language & Communication Skills

Must be fluent in the English and able to communicate effectively in speaking and writing. Must be able to provide high-quality written products including reports and presentations for senior DoW and community officials.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting planning reports and projects
• Advanced English language skills, both written and verbal, including technical writing/editing experience and a demonstrated ability to write, edit, and deliver planning content.

Other Skills

Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The salary range for this position is $155,000 to $170,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including, but not limited to geographic location, qualifications, licensures, certifications, experience, and other skills relevant to the needs of the business. Additional information on our benefits package can be found at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.

Applications will be accepted until September 2 2026

Life at Tetra Tech:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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