Assistant Program Manager

Protection Strategies Incorporated; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI) seeks an HHS Assistant Program Manager to oversee administrative and operational tasks within the Task Order scope.

You will supervise Team Leads, guide policy conformance, and ensure timely, high-quality contract deliverables under budget constraints. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree, at least three years in Personnel Security, and one year of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least three (3) years of Personnel Security experience.
• At least one (1) year of Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and overseeing the administrative and daily operations of the program.
• Provide general direction to direct reports and ensure conformance with policies and procedures.
• Plan work and set short-term priorities; prepare schedules for completion of work.

Skills

Personnel Security

Supervisory leadership

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Job description

Join Our Team as a HHS Assistant Program Manager!

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:

Directly supervise Team Leads performing the specific tasks identified in the Task Order. A designated Lead will help in proactively identifying, communicating, and timely resolution of any issues associated with the task responsibilities. PSI will provide a Team Lead with direct and experienced oversight that is familiar with the scope of work and supports timely and high-quality contract deliverables that are within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and overseeing the administrative and daily operations of the program.
• Responsible for providing general direction to direct reports, ensures conformance of policies and procedures, and ensures team's work product meets or exceeds the terms of the contract and Performance Work Statement in order to maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction for their team.
• Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, set, and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work
• Develop and edit standard operating procedures
• Works with the Management to monitor standards of performance, implement quality control measures, and capture knowledge through ongoing process evaluation.
• Provides training for new employees and tracks employees' progress of training plan
• Conducts Quality Control Checks monthly to ensure contract compliance
• Ensures the quality and timeliness of deliverables and assigned work
• Approves and reviews time sheets for invoicing accuracy
• Coordinates vacation/leave requests with Management and Federal Staff
• Conducts performance reviews for their direct reports
• Gives advise, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters
• Assists the Project Manager and Human Resources in the recruitment and hiring process including conducting interviews for openings within their department.
• Identifies developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arraging for needed development and training
• Provides and documents informal coaching of employees.
• Assists Project Manager and Human Resources with formal discipline process as needed.
• Assists Project Manager and Human Resources with addressing complaints and resolving issues within their department as needed.
• Professionally represents the organization to internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any field of study.
• At least three (3) years of Personnel Security experience
• At least one (1) year of Supervisory experience

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We actively support diversity in our hiring practices. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.