Operations Management Specialist / Program Planning

Akima; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Akima is seeking an Operations Management Specialist to coordinate comprehensive operational, administrative, and logistical support for regional programs, conferences, and engagements domestically and internationally. You will collaborate with government personnel, contractors, vendors, and participants to ensure successful program delivery.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and reporting skills, with experience in financial tracking and SOP development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in operations or project management, especially in government or DoD contracts.
• Strong communication, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated experience in financial tracking, schedule/timeline management, and SOP development.
• Proficiency with project management tools and data systems (Power BI a plus).
• Spanish language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all aspects of WJPC Centers' operations in support of programs and activities annually.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status reports, including completed tasks, staffing status, financials (travel & ODC), and any issues.
• Lead project planning and implement Government-approved projects on schedule.
• Participate in onsite meetings; develop briefings, white papers, and responses to data calls as required.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); ensure coordination with Contractor and Government personnel, present SOPs for Government review.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all operational specialists' support and deliverables.
• Alert Contract Manager to any issues or concerns relating to fellows, guests, activities, or contract deliverables.
• Utilize PM tools and methods (timelines, task tracking, budget tracking, ODC approvals) to ensure contract requirements are met.
• Oversee integration of operations-support functions; ensure use of systems (Power BI, workflow) and review/approve estimates before submission to CM.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Reporting skills

Spanish language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

The Operations Management Specialist (OMS) provides comprehensive operational, administrative, and logistical support for the planning, execution, and closeout of Regional Center programs, conferences, seminars, workshops, and other engagements conducted domestically and internationally. The OMS serves as a primary operational coordinator throughout the full program lifecycle and works closely with government personnel, contractors, vendors, participants, and other stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery.

Who We Are

Akima supports the WJPC Center at Ft. McNair in delivering high-quality educational, outreach, and operational programs. We pride ourselves on excellence, collaboration, and efficient execution to meet government objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute all aspects of WJPC Centers' operations in support of programs and activities annually.
• Prepare and deliver weekly status reports, including completed tasks, staffing status, financials (travel & ODC), and any issues.
• Lead project planning and implement Government-approved projects on schedule.
• Participate in onsite meetings; develop briefings, white papers, and responses to data calls as required.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); ensure coordination with Contractor and Government personnel, present SOPs for Government review.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all operational specialists' support and deliverables.
• Alert Contract Manager to any issues or concerns relating to fellows, guests, activities, or contract deliverables.
• Utilize PM tools and methods (timelines, task tracking, budget tracking, ODC approvals) to ensure contract requirements are met.
• Oversee integration of operations-support functions; ensure use of systems (Power BI, workflow) and review/approve estimates before submission to CM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in operations or project management, especially in Government or DoD contracts.
• Strong communication, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated experience in financial tracking, schedule/timeline management, and SOP development.
• Proficiency with project management tools and data systems (Power BI a plus).
• Spanish Language Proficiency.

Job ID

2026-26036

Work Type

Hybrid

Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.

As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.