Strategic Program Manager – Federal Grants & CSIP Lead (Hybrid)

Kids for the Future; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Flexible time off

Professional development

Employee-centric culture

Job summary

VPD Government Solutions in Arlington, VA is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Office of Head Start CSIP project. The role oversees grants, customer service, and data management, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements.

The position requires 10+ years of project management experience and 5+ years of supervisory experience, with PMP or equivalent certification preferred. A 4-year degree is required, with a Master's preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing projects of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive supervisory experience.
• Experience implementing quality assurance systems.
• Ability to analyze, aggregate, and present data from multiple sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to resolve client and staff issues.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor personnel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Contractor's primary point of contact for contractual, technical, and operational matters.
• Provide overall leadership and management of grants management, customer service, data management, and administrative support activities.
• Manage contract staffing, workforce planning, onboarding, employee development, and retention.
• Supervise key personnel and provide coaching and performance management.
• Develop and improve project management processes supporting contract execution.
• Oversee implementation of the Quality Control Plan and monitor performance metrics.
• Manage risks, issues, corrective actions, and continuous process improvement.
• Ensure timely submission of all required contract deliverables and reports.
• Lead meetings with Government stakeholders and monitor budget, burn rate, and staffing.
• Ensure compliance with HHS, ACF, OHS, FAR, and contract requirements.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Quality assurance

Data analysis

Communication

Client relationship

Coaching/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Public Administration/related field

Master's degree preferred

PMP certification preferred

Job description

VPD Government Solutions in Arlington, VA is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Office of Head Start CSIP project. The role oversees grants, customer service, and data management, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements.

The position requires 10+ years of project management experience and 5+ years of supervisory experience, with PMP or equivalent certification preferred. A 4-year degree is required, with a Master's preferred.