Navy Account Associate Director

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Associate Director to support a Navy mission sustainment program. You will lead project management efforts, develop schedules, and drive change with SES/Flag leadership while coordinating across Navy directorates.

The role requires 7+ years in federal project management, a SECRET clearance, and strong communication across diverse audiences. Expect travel up to 25% and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET clearance.
• 7+ years of project management and executive support experience with federal agencies.
• Experience engaging with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an integrated master plan with schedules and risk mitigation.
• Prepare briefings and presentations for SES/Flag levels.
• Advise on industry best practices and standards throughout the task order.
• Create metrics and visual data representations for leadership.

Skills

Project management

Executive-level support

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

DoD/Navy PPBE familiarity

Navy program experience

Data analytics

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jupiter Advana platform

Tableau

VBA

RPA

Power BI

Job description

Job Family:Operational Effectiveness ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 25%Clearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:The Associate Director will join Guidehouse to support a mission sustainment organization within the Navy. In this role, the candidate will provide leadership in support of project management operations, collaborating across Navy directorates to demonstrate vision, gain buy-in, and drive change with stakeholders. The candidate will be comfortable collaborating at the SES/Flag Officer level and understand sensitive intricacies of sustainment mission. The candidate will have familiarity with the Department of Defense/Navy Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process for sustainment programs.Day to day responsibilities may include:Provide program management support throughout the life of the project by developing and implementing an integrated master plan, detailed schedules, and risk mitigation plan, and providing updates on a consistent basis to stakeholders.Support and facilitate meetings and / or briefings, prepare presentations, gather feedback, and present insights.Provide recommendations regarding industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the life of the task order.Develop and implement metrics to measure performance and progress towards strategic goals and communicate that progress.Develop visual representations of data / relationships to convey key information succinctly and unambiguously to diverse audiences.Support the development and/or improvement of analytics and automation tools to operationalize and implement operations solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Leverage the Jupiter Advana platform as the primary data lake to build on ongoing efforts across the Navy specifically at the type commands (TYCOMs).Provide recommendations for data integration, system interfaces, system automation (e.g., robotic process automation (RPA), visual basic for applications (VBA), Tableau, and more) to improve processes and organization efficiency using various technologies.Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) / instructions / guides for new or enhanced tools. Provide end user training for the new or enhanced tools.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearanceA Bachelor's degreeMinimum SEVEN (7)+ years of experience with project management and/or executive level support with a federal customers/agenciesBachelor's degree; FOUR (4) years of additional and relevant experience may be used in lieu of Bachelor's degreeSenior leadership engagement ability to drive change and buy-in across disparate stakeholder groupsWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Navy experience (preferably with Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA))Familiarity with DoD/Navy PPBE processExperience with Navy sustainment programsPrior consulting experienceAbility to learn and manage a variety of technology platformsExperience with data collection and/or data information sharingStrong oral and written communication skillsThe annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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