Program Manager

Cherokee Federal

Lee's Summit (MO)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

A government contracting firm is seeking a Program Manager to oversee complex programs in Lee's Summit, MO. The role involves providing operational and strategic leadership, developing statistical analyses, and leading special projects. Candidates must have at least five years of program management experience and preferably a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and full-time benefits including medical and 401K are offered.

Qualifications

At least five years of recent program/project management experience.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement statistical analyses, cost estimates, and reports.
Conduct fact-finding for special projects and respond to inquiries.
Present briefings to USCIS management officials.
Prepare SOPs and revisions.
Inform the Government on significant issues and corrective actions.
Identify and recommend new approaches for quality and cost improvement.

Skills

Program/Project Management

Statistical Analysis

Cost Estimation

Excellent Writing Skills

Oral Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Job description

Position Overview

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.

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

Responsibilities

Develop and implement complex statistical analyses, cost estimates, and analytical reports.
Conduct fact-finding for special projects and respond timely to Government inquiries.
Present oral briefings to USCIS management officials.
Prepare SOPs and revisions with excellent writing skills.
Proactively inform the Government on significant issues and respond with corrective actions.
Identify and recommend new approaches to improve quality, cost, and process efficiencies.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At least five (5) years of recent overall program/project management experience within the last 7 years.
Bachelor’s Degree in program management, business or public administration, production/operations/manufacturing/quality management, technical management, information systems, engineering, or finance/accounting.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is acceptable in lieu of the educational requirement.
Must possess, or obtain within 180 days of contract award, a Six Sigma Black Belt certification from one of the following: American Society for Quality, International Association for Six Sigma Certification, or Council for Six Sigma Certification.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Benefits

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

EEO Statement

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.

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