Program Manager

Air Force Institute of Technology; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established federal agency is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team, focusing on compliance with laws and regulations. This role involves researching and applying knowledge to various programs, developing policies, and ensuring effective communication with management. Candidates must possess specialized experience and a strong understanding of project management principles. If you're looking for a meaningful career that contributes to national security and integrity, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values vigilance and service to the country while enjoying a structured federal work environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 level required.
• Knowledge of laws, policies, and project management principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Research laws and policies for program compliance.
• Develop and review program policies and recommend changes.

Skills

Project Management Principles

Research and Application of Laws

Reporting and Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Operations, located in Tucson, Arizona; El Paso, Texas; San Diego, California; or Washington, DC.

Experience: You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

1. Researching and applying knowledge of laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to a wide variety of programs for facilities.
2. Working knowledge of project management principles.
3. Reporting progress and resolutions of issues in achieving goals and objectives to higher levels of management.
4. Developing and/or reviewing program policies and recommending changes to internal procedures as required to meet organizational requirements.

NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement; otherwise, you will be found ineligible. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You must:

1. Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and
2. Meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 02/11/2025.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For additional information, review the following links: Background investigation and the e-QIP process.

Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency waiver by meeting one or more of the following conditions:

1. Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military.
2. A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government.
3. Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university.
4. Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government.

Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period.