Student Services Deputy Project Manager — Flexible Work Environment

Dawson; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a Deputy Project Manager – Student Support Services to support the DHS training mission at FLETC in Charleston, SC. You will assist the Project Manager in overseeing all student support operations, including housing, transportation, and dormitory services, ensuring contract compliance and high readiness.

The role requires strong leadership of student services functions, coordination across multiple service areas, and maintenance of 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising personnel on Federal contracts within the past 5 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student support service areas (housing, transportation, logistics, warehouse).
• Strong understanding of operations, logistics, and service delivery in a government contract environment.
• Proficient in oral and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in managing day-to-day operations of all student support service functions.
• Directly manage the warehouse, mailroom and Student Support Services.
• Coordinate and integrate all service areas for seamless delivery.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate student services operations including dormitory management and transportation.
• Support staffing plan development and operational schedules based on population and training needs.
• Monitor service delivery to align with PWS requirements.
• Provide guidance to subordinate managers and supervisors (Dormitory, Transportation, Warehouse, etc.).
• Help monitor staffing levels and 24/7 coverage across functions.
• Support employee performance management, evaluations, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, contract requirements, and company policies.
• Participate in inspections, audits, and quality control reviews.
• Help enforce safety, environmental, and health standards.
• Ensure accountability of government-furnished property and materials.
• Prepare operational reports, staffing metrics, and contract deliverables.
• Oversee timekeeping, labor reporting, and system compliance (Costpoint).
• Coordinate with government personnel, facilities, maintenance, and other contractors.
• Respond to escalated student concerns and operational issues as directed.

Skills

People management

Govt contract operations

Student services

Operations

English proficiency

Job description

LAUKOA is seeking a Deputy Project Manager – Student Support Services to support the DHS training mission at FLETC in Charleston, SC. You will assist the Project Manager in overseeing all student support operations, including housing, transportation, and dormitory services, ensuring contract compliance and high readiness.

The role requires strong leadership of student services functions, coordination across multiple service areas, and maintenance of 24/7 operations.