Program Manager NEW

United States Department of Defense - Frederick, MD

Part-time - Mid Level

Frederick, MD

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

The Program Manager position at the Department of Defense involves overseeing the acquisition of medical devices for deployed environments. The role focuses on managing cost, schedule, and performance while establishing strategic planning initiatives and ensuring compliance with policies and criteria for equipment utilization. The Program Manager will also be responsible for preparing briefings for stakeholders and effectively communicating both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost, schedule and performance in the acquisition of medical devices for the deployed environment.
• Establish baseline acquisition strategic planning initiatives and update annual strategic plan.
• Manage product assignments and prioritization of efforts.
• Provide input and assistance in acquisition and contracting strategies.
• Prepare and execute briefings to key stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Implement policies and criteria for equipment authorization and utilization for various programs.
• Monitor equipment authorizations, force structure analysis and logistics readiness.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must meet position requirements for Advanced formerly Level III certification within 48 months of entrance on duty.
• Experience supervising medical research workforce.
• Experience developing annual budget and monitoring fund execution.
• Experience preparing and implementing policies for equipment authorizations and utilization.
• Experience managing an acquisition program.

Benefits

• Access to a range of federal employee benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.