Deputy Program Manager: Lead Government Contract Ops

Cherokee Federal; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (up to 6%)

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSA/HSA options

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead contract operations across NBC facilities on-site. The Deputy PM will assume Program Manager duties in their absence and ensure compliance with contractual and performance requirements while coordinating with USCIS and government stakeholders.

The role requires active Secret clearance, leadership of cross-functional teams, and the ability to respond to emergencies and changing priorities.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of comprehensive business or operations experience, or a bachelor's degree in program management, business or public administration, technical management, information systems, finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Active Secret security clearance and the ability to satisfy USCIS suitability and badging requirements.
• Experience coordinating activities and resources, preparing complex analytical products, and communicating with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day contract operations across NBC facilities and ensure execution of contractual and performance requirements.
• Assume the Program Manager's duties and decision authority when the PM is absent.
• Plan and manage project activities and resources to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
• Set performance standards, assign tasks, and monitor staff performance and training needs.
• Develop analyses, cost estimates, and reports for management decision-making.
• Coordinate with Government and contractor representatives and present oral briefings to USCIS management.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Government contracts

Security clearance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in PM / business / public administration

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead contract operations across NBC facilities on-site. The Deputy PM will assume Program Manager duties in their absence and ensure compliance with contractual and performance requirements while coordinating with USCIS and government stakeholders.

The role requires active Secret clearance, leadership of cross-functional teams, and the ability to respond to emergencies and changing priorities.