Program Lead, Homeland Security, Graduate Education

DeVine Consulting, Inc.; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Job summary

DeVine Consulting, Inc. invites applications for a Program Lead, Homeland Security in Monterey, CA. This onsite role requires U.S. citizenship and focuses on graduate education, management, research, and administrative functions across multiple projects.

The position drives program leadership, reviews curricula and experts, oversees faculty operations, and coordinates national events with partner agencies, while collaborating with DeVine HQ on staffing and delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in teaching as faculty at accredited institutions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Leadership experience in program management.
• 5+ years in education, financial management, logistics, procurement, and asset management.
• Must reside in Monterey, CA or relocate quickly.
• Master’s Degree; Doctorate preferred; homeland security practitioner experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead homeland security programs in collaboration with client.
• Manage contractor operations for Executive Education Programs.
• Review curriculum, instructional materials, SMEs, and guest speakers for courses.
• Direct contract faculty and operations in Emergency Preparedness and related programs.
• Coordinate with partner jurisdictions and agencies for nationwide events (virtual/in-person).
• Manage all special projects.
• Ensure delivery of project requirements.
• Collaborate with DeVine HQ on staffing and reviews.
• Participate in team events.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Program management

Education management

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate preferred

Graduate institution experience preferred

Job description

DeVine is a provider of Educational and Scientific solutions for Federal, State, and commercial clients.

Our company is looking to hire a Program Lead, Homeland Security to collaborate with our client in Monterey, CA. This is an onsite role in Monterey and only U.S. Citizens may be considered due to client requirements.

The Program Lead, Homeland Security will be a major contributor in graduate education, management, research, and administrative functions across a variety of projects. If you meet the requirements below, and fully embrace the opportunity to help our nation increase our understanding of homeland security and defense, then please apply!

Responsibilities

• Leadership of homeland security programs in collaboration with client
• Manage all aspects of contractor operations in the management of the Executive Education Programs
• Review and approve curriculum, instructional materials, Subject Matter Experts, and guest speakers for offerings including all short courses, workshops, symposia and executive education seminars
• Direct all contract faculty and operations in Emergency Preparedness, Executive Education Program, and University Partnership Program
• Lead coordination with partner jurisdictions, governmental agencies, national associations, and technology, digital media, and communications teams to conduct nation-wide events and deliveries, including both virtual and in-person offerings
• Manage all special projects
• Ensure all requirements for projects and tasks are successfully delivered
• Collaborate with DeVine HQ regarding training, hiring and reviewing of assigned staff
• Participate in team events

Experience & Requirements

• 5+ years’ in teaching, as a faculty member, at an accredited education institution required; graduate institution experience preferred
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership in program management is required
• 5+ years’ in education, financial management, logistics, procurement, and asset management preferred
• Ability to deal directly with and resolve issues for all senior personnel associated with the program whether senior staff providing instruction, senior government officials, or government sponsor representatives
• Must be a resident of the Monterey, California (CA) area or able to reside in Monterey, CA area swiftly
• Requires a Master’s Degree (Doctorate degree preferred) and verifiable experience as a homeland security practitioner

About the position

• Position Type: Full-time, Must be U.S. Citizen
• Location: Monterey, CA
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave and Paid Vacation
• Compensation: $109K to $139K per year salary range DOE and skills

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