Program Manager (Level I) - Education | PMP

IBSS; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401K matching plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending options

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Program Manager in Silver Spring, MD to oversee contractor work and manage NOAA's educational programs. The role requires a B.S. and four years of experience, with at least two years in a supervisory position. Responsibilities include providing technical direction and producing quarterly reports on project progress. A commitment to fostering educational excellence in the environmental sciences is essential. Competitive benefits and a supportive work culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience, 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Responsible for managing all aspects of task activity.
• Maintain regular communication with COR and CO.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and technical direction to Contractor personnel.
• Document and communicate status to CO/COR.
• Produce quarterly progress reports on various tasks.

Skills

Management skills

Analytical skills

Technical direction

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in an associated field

Job description

Job Title: Program Manager (Level I)
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Clearance Required: Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Salary Range: $110-135K
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

How to Apply

• Visit https://ibsscorp.com/careers/
• Select the position you are interested in
• Review the job details, then click Apply Now
• Complete and submit your application

Description

This is a contract position supporting NOAA's Office of Education (OEd) which provides advice and counsel to the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere in matters pertaining to education. The office, in conjunction with the Education Council, coordinates educational activities across NOAA and develops NOAA's Education Strategic Plan and policy. These efforts help to ensure that NOAA's education programs and activities are based on NOAA science and support the agency's cross-cutting priority of promoting environmental literacy. The Office of Education directly implements and manages scholarship programs aimed at fostering American competitiveness in science by providing quality educational opportunities for the next generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all Contractor work and performance under this PWS.
• Provide management and technical direction to all Contractor personnel.
• Exercise independent judgment and appropriate analytical skills to solve complex technical, administrative, and managerial issues.
• Serve as a single point of contact for the CO/COR.

Typical Tasks for Level I

Responsible for all Contractor work and performance under this PWS:

• Provide management and technical direction to all Contractor personnel and document and communicate status to CO/COR as outlined below
• Provide four written progress reports per year, on a quarterly basis, outlining progress for the Scholarship Support task, including updates on all milestones and deliverables set by the Scholarship team for each cohort of scholars supported.
• Provide four written progress reports per year, on a quarterly basis, outlining progress, decisions made, modifications of the data collection system, and synthesis of the results for the Education Program Evaluation task.
• Set up four meetings per year, on a quarterly basis, with the COR, OEd DD and CoS to discuss progress for the Database Design and Development task.
• Provide four written progress reports per year, on a quarterly basis, outlining progress of the Communications for Education task.
• Set up 12 meetings a year, on a monthly basis, with the COR and OEd DD and CoS to discuss overall progress on all tasks.

Required Skills / Education / Certifications & Qualifications

• Responsible for all aspects of program performance under this PWS.
• Manage all aspects of task activity.
• Provide reports documenting required progress.
• Maintain regular contact with COR and CO to ensure conformity to all contractual obligations.

Education / Experience

• Requires a B.S. in an associated field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience, 2 of which must be in a supervisory role.

Desired Skills

• Experience serving in a similar capacity.
• Familiarity with NOAA organizations, community, and stakeholders, especially those related to NOAA OEd.

About IBSS Corp.

Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.

Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.

We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.

IBSS offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.

IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see that the EEO is the law. Please direct any inquiries to the HR department email at [e-mail].

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Acquisition Department at [e-mail].