Program Manager

Cherokee Federal; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Program Manager in Missouri to lead complex government programs with a focus on analytical leadership, cost estimation, and performance reporting. The role requires developing SOPs, briefings, and proactive risk management to ensure quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

Candidates should have at least five years of program management experience, a relevant bachelor's degree, and a Six Sigma Black Belt within 180 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent program/project management experience (last 7 years).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (PM, business, public administration, engineering, finance).
• PMP certification may be substituted for the educational requirement.
• Must obtain Six Sigma Black Belt within 180 days of award.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex statistical analyses, cost estimates, and analytical reports.
• Conduct fact finding for special projects and respond to government inquiries.
• Present oral briefings to USCIS management officials.
• Prepare SOPs and revisions with strong writing skills.
• Identify and communicate significant issues to the Government and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical ability

Statistical analyses

Cost estimates

Project management

Presentations

SOP writing

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

PMP Certification (or PMI certification)

Tools

Six Sigma Black Belt

Job description

Program Manager

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

The Program Manager oversees and manages complex government programs, providing analytical, operational, and strategic leadership to ensure successful contract execution. This role develops statistical analyses, cost estimates, and performance reports; leads special projects; prepares and revises standard operating procedures; and delivers briefings to government leadership. The Program Manager proactively identifies risks, recommends process improvements, and serves as the primary liaison to the Government to ensure quality, cost, and performance objectives are met.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Program Manager: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Program Manager Responsibilities Include:

• This position requires extensive analytical ability to develop complex statistical analysis, cost estimates, and analytical reports.
• Able to conduct fact finding for special projects and/or to respond timely to Government inquiries
• Able to present oral briefings to USCIS management officials
• Excellent writing skills to prepare SOPs and revisions.
• Be proactive in informing the Government of significant issues, and be able to respond and take corrective action to issues brought to the PM by COR.
• Be proactive in identifying and recommending new approaches to improve quality, cost, and process inefficiencies.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

Program Manager Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• At a minimum, must have five (5) years of recent (over the last 7 years) overall program/project management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in one of the following disciplines: program management, business or public administration, production/operations/manufacturing/quality management, technical management, information systems, engineering, or finance/accounting.
• USCIS will allow a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, as certified by the Project Management Institute (PMI), in lieu of the educational requirements.
• The Program Manager must also possess, or successfully obtain within 180 days of contract award, a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, as certified by one of the following accreditation bodies: the American Society for Quality (www.ASQ.org), the International Association for Six Sigma Certification (www.iassc.org), or the Council for Six Sigma Certification (www.sixsigmacouncil.org).
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Strategic Solutions (CSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.