Sr. Subject Matter Expert/Functional Area Expert (SME/FAE)

NOVACES; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVACES is seeking a senior DoD strategy and planning professional to support WHS and related DoD agencies. The role requires active security clearance, U.S. citizenship, and deep knowledge of DoD organizations.

You will drive high-level analyses, develop decision-support data models, and present policy positions to very senior audiences. Responsibilities include coordinating with executive stakeholders, shaping portfolio strategies, and leading complex, cross-agency initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret clearance required
• Master's degree or above
• 20 years of knowledge of DoD, OSD, and WHS

Responsibilities

• Support DoD portfolio planning and evaluation of lease-related variables.
• Develop data models and processes for executive decision support.
• Lead high-level analyses and synthesize findings for senior audiences.
• Present DoD policy positions and strategic recommendations clearly to executives.
• Coordinate with DoD components to align organizational goals with resources.
• Drive multi-faceted projects from conception to actionable plans.
• Assist in planning activities to achieve organizational priorities.

Skills

DoD knowledge

Strategic planning

Senior exec communications

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Education

Master's degree or above

Job description

• Active Secret clearance Required

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• Master's Degree or above
• U minimum of 20 years of knowledge of DoD, OSD, and WHS.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrate knowledge of responsibilities, functions, and operations of all DoD organizations
• Demonstrated knowledge and a demonstrated ability to communicate and work with senior executives across Executive Branch agencies, the Military Departments, and other DoD organizations.
• Superior ability to communicate verbally and in writing at the highest levels of government.
• Expert knowledge regarding strategy formulation, execution, and planning of DoD resources.
• Expert knowledge of the organization and functions of OSD, the Joint Staff, the Military Departments and DFAAs.
• Extensive knowledge of DoD functional policies, procedures, and techniques in solving senior management challenges by creating innovative and pragmatic solutions.
• Thoroughly understands the ramifications of actions on DoD interests and the ability to convey issues and concerns of the Department.
• Able to conduct high level analysis and effectively integrate analyses of a very broad range of highly complex factors, including accurate assessments of the institutional environment in which policy alternatives will be considered, selected, and implemented into the decision making process.
• Articulates and represents DoD policy positions clearly and persuasively to very senior-level audiences.
• Supports multiple complex and multi-faceted projects, clearly defines goals and objectives, and integrates resources to achieve critical desired end-states.
• Can draft the highest caliber DoD senior executive decision documents based on detailed reviews and analysis enterprise issues.
• Assists with the development, coordination, and implementation of organizational responsibilities.
• Conducts comprehensive analyses complex issues, develop creative approaches to resolve issues into actionable plans.
• Assist with planning and coordination of activities to ensure the objectives and priorities of the organization are achieved.
• Assists in analyzing and developing improvement options for administrative functions to include human resources, budget development and execution, logistics, facilities management, administrative security, and contract management.

Position Responsibilities

• Support WHS/SPD and other DoD customer agencies in maintaining accurate portfolio information to evaluate how proposed plans may be impacted by lease expirations, early-termination options, delivery schedules, security requirements, and other variables.
• Develop interactive processes that enhance stakeholder involvement, improve data presentation, and support effective decision-making.
• Propose and refine a scalable database model through iterative modifications.
• Develop a portfolio data model containing all required elements, including building inventories, municipal and submarket geographic data, occupancy/utilization metrics, space categories, leasing and rent details, DoD Form 1450 information, and building data used for Anti-Terrorism Force Protection calculations.
• Build simulation models to support “what-if” scenario planning, and lead bi-annual, off-site facilitated work sessions to test scenarios, gather feedback, and drive decisions.
• Provide updated and actionable real estate implementation strategies.
• Conduct the National Capital Region occupancy census, including data-collection planning, tenant coordination, report updates, and leadership briefings.
• Develop portfolio strategies and occupancy analyses to identify consolidation opportunities, future space modifications, and space-reduction initiatives.
• Document tenant profiles, including missions, goals, strategic objectives, security requirements, technology needs, and square-footage footprints.
• Present ideas and concepts using charts, graphics, and virtual-reality simulations to support:
  • Strategic occupancy analysis (ROI and cost estimates)
  • Program of Requirements development
  • Change-management planning
  • Space-reduction and utilization-rate improvements
• Recommend methods to reduce space utilization and lead “what-if” scenario workshops to identify optimal reduction opportunities.
• Support tenant components with workspace changes, including work processes, policies, human resources considerations, technology, teleworking, hoteling, and free-address concepts.
• Conduct strategic occupancy surveys covering 20% of the real estate portfolio annually and develop executive summaries identifying consolidation and footprint-reduction opportunities.
• Support IPT meetings focused on solution design, strategic portfolio planning, decision-making, and evaluation of customer feedback; facilitate discussions to identify root causes and define actionable steps.
• Provide prioritization techniques and coordinate with SMEs (architectural, structural, IT, and real property professionals) to develop and implement recommended solutions.
• Prepare for and conduct decision-making sessions with SPD leadership, including research on relevant DoD directives, policy memorandums, and development of final agendas and documentation.
• Lead ongoing strategic-planning engagements addressing organizational realignment, occupancy analysis, Programs of Requirements, change management, and space-reduction strategies.
• Use customer feedback channels to measure satisfaction and ensure SPD is addressing the correct problems based on the voice-of-the-customer.