Senior Program Manager, Center Operations - CSTS

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 105,800 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine in Bethesda, MD seeks a Senior Program Manager – Center Operations to oversee day‑to‑day operations for CBPH and CSTS, aligning activities with the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences mission.

You will lead hiring, budget oversight, contracting, and compliance, while guiding strategy from inception to deployment and fostering cross‑unit collaboration across centers and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred in business administration or related field.
• More than ten years of program management experience.
• PMP or MBA preferred.
• Autonomy to execute the Center’s mission and vision.
• Knowledge of organizational objectives, federal budget process, and fiscal compliance.
• Leadership and influence skills.
• Complex and timely decision‑making abilities.
• Strategic and critical thinking to propel Center progress.
• Problem‑solving and initiative.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Adaptability in fast‑paced environments.
• Relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Budgeting and financial management skills; understanding of DoW acquisition process.
• Experience in a military environment preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate information flow between stakeholders and lead agreements, contracts, and compliance activities.
• Initiate and monitor program actions, including award issuance, budget tracking, subawards, purchasing, and reporting milestones.
• Lead hiring, performance evaluations, and career development of staff.
• Ensure compliance with grant awards, contract requirements, and DoW regulations.
• Contribute to strategic planning, relationship building, and program plan development from inception to deployment.
• Collaborate with strategic initiatives, business development, and partner‑pool growth.
• Analyze cost and pricing data, prepare contract proposals, and interact with awards offices.
• Maintain SOPs specific to CSTS processes.
• Manage space, lease agreements, and rent payments for CSTS.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Budgeting

DoW acquisition

Strategic thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Planning

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or related master’s degree

Job description

Senior Program Manager – Center Operations

Position located at Rockledge Office, Bethesda, MD. The incumbent will manage day‑to‑day operations and develop strategic initiatives for the Center for Brain and Psychological Health (CBPH) and the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS), supporting the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences mission.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate information flow between stakeholders and lead agreements, contracts, and compliance activities.
• Initiate and monitor program actions, including award issuance, budget tracking, subawards, purchasing, and reporting milestones.
• Lead hiring, performance evaluations, and career development of staff.
• Ensure compliance with grant awards, contract requirements, and DoW regulations.
• Contribute to strategic planning, relationship building, and program plan development from inception to deployment.
• Collaborate with strategic initiatives, business development, and partner‑pool growth.
• Analyze cost and pricing data, prepare contract proposals, and interact with awards offices.
• Maintain SOPs specific to CSTS processes.
• Manage space, lease agreements, and rent payments for CSTS.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct authority over hiring, disciplinary action, salary decisions, merit increases, performance evaluations, and work assignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Business Administration or related field.
• More than ten years of experience in program management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or MBA preferred.
• Autonomy to execute the Center’s mission and vision.
• Knowledge of organizational objectives, federal budget process, and fiscal compliance.
• Leadership and influence skills.
• Complex and timely decision‑making abilities.
• Strategic and critical thinking to propulse Center progress.
• Problem‑solving and initiative.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Adaptability in fast‑paced environments.
• Relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Budgeting and financial management skills; understanding of DoW acquisition process.
• Experience in a military environment preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• Primarily an office setting.

Compensation

• Hourly pay range $105,800–$170,000, determined by experience and education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, health savings, retirement plans, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HJF is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon completing mandatory background checks, including references, credential verification, criminal, and DMV assessments as required. Qualifications for equivalency must receive prior approval from the Chief Human Resources Officer.