Business Operations Manager

System One - Chantilly, VA

Full-time - Senior

Chantilly, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Acquisition Business Operations Manager plays a critical role in supporting government leadership by coordinating tasks and information across various workstreams. This position requires expertise in acquisition policies and regulations, particularly in relation to digital and artificial intelligence initiatives, ensuring compliance and optimizing strategies to meet organizational objectives. The manager will also be responsible for drafting correspondence, managing quality control of documents, and participating in relevant working groups to align with the overall strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Government leadership in coordinating tasks and information across discrete workstreams.
• Analyzes and interprets acquisition policies, regulations, and procedures relevant to digital and artificial intelligence initiatives.
• Exhibits expertise in acquisition policies and regulations to provide guidance and ensure compliance.
• Assists in the analysis of alternatives and acquisition recommendations.
• Drafts correspondence on behalf of the Government Leadership for review/approval.
• Coordinates and communicates with stakeholders at all levels on behalf of Government Leadership.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs and handles matters expeditiously.
• Performs data-oriented Action Officer functions in support of the CDAO's Acquisition Office Senior Executive.
• Analyzes data priorities and identifies tasks required to achieve goals and objectives.
• Develops, coordinates, manages, and oversees plans of action for data tasks.
• Evaluates performance results and recommends changes as needed.
• Participates in CDAO Acquisition-related Working Groups to ensure proper consideration of equities.
• Monitors and tracks CDAO internal and external staffing actions.
• Manages correspondence processes for Government Leadership and tracks all suspenses.
• Establishes and assists with implementation of organization-wide business operations processes.
• Performs technical writing/editing and documentation review for various documents.
• Assists team members in other specialties as needed.

Requirements

• 10+ years of related experience
• Extensive experience working for an Acquisition Senior Executive Service leader or as an executive officer to a Military Flag Officer.
• Deep knowledge of and experience in performing senior-level Action Officer functions.
• Experience developing and reviewing acquisition documentation and strategies.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and DoD-specific acquisition policies.
• Expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations and defense acquisition policies.
• Experience providing consultative guidance and optimizing acquisition strategies.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to uphold a strict level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to build presentations from conceptual discussions.
• Highly motivated with the ability to manage a demanding workload.
• Knowledge of the DoD Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS).
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and leadership courage.
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient in MS Teams, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or field.
• Familiarity with the PPBE process is highly desired.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, and voluntary plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.