Deputy Program Manager - Government Contract Delivery

UKG; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

CeLeen is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support a potential effort at the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs/Passport Office. The role involves managing contractual operations, tracking costs and schedules, and driving service delivery improvements.

Qualified candidates have a Master's or Bachelor’s degree with substantial relevant experience, an active Secret clearance, and strong English communication skills. Travel is expected at 10–20%.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Current, active Secret security clearance.
• Experience tracking costs, schedule, and performance for tasks and resource reporting.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contractor staff adhere to conduct standards and internal controls.
• Manage contractual operations to meet or exceed requirements.
• Track costs, scheduling, and performance for tasks and resource reporting.
• Lead service delivery improvement activities for efficiency and performance.
• Resolve problems with minimal disruption to contract activities.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, clients and stakeholders to define objectives and deliverables.

Skills

Communication skills

Client focus

English proficiency

Education

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CeLeen is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to support a potential effort at the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs/Passport Office. The role involves managing contractual operations, tracking costs and schedules, and driving service delivery improvements.

Qualified candidates have a Master's or Bachelor’s degree with substantial relevant experience, an active Secret clearance, and strong English communication skills. Travel is expected at 10–20%.