Senior Program Manager

Peridot Solutions - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Arlington, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Program Manager is a pivotal role responsible for providing comprehensive planning and oversight for projects within the US Marshal Service (USMS) Headquarters Divisions. This position requires a candidate who can operate effectively within established parameters while also being able to seek clarification from management when faced with situations that fall outside of these parameters. The individual in this role must demonstrate the ability to take direction and work independently, ensuring that all projects are managed efficiently and effectively. The Senior Program Manager will assist the managers of the USMS HQ Divisions program by providing oversight and direction for both planned and ongoing projects, which is essential for the smooth operation of the USMS's initiatives. In addition to project oversight, the Senior Program Manager will be responsible for planning, coordination, administration, and execution of all USMS programs at headquarters. This includes overseeing ongoing projects, engaging with counterparts in other agencies as necessary, and preparing correspondence for management signatures. The role also involves interpreting existing rules, regulations, and USMS policies, as well as developing and analyzing program resource requests. The Senior Program Manager will prepare various written materials, including reports, memoranda, and briefing papers, for both internal and external use, ensuring that all documents are accurate and complete. Candidates for this position must possess a strong understanding of federal government regulations and demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required, along with excellent interpersonal relations skills, which are crucial for building and maintaining relationships with both internal employees and external sources. The role may require access to National Security Information and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), and candidates must be willing to undergo a Top Secret background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Assists with planning, coordination, administration, and execution of all USMS programs for headquarters.
• Oversees ongoing projects and meets with counterparts in other agencies as needed.
• Prepares correspondence as needed for management signature.
• Interprets existing rules, regulations, and USMS policies.
• Develops and analyzes program resource requests.
• Prepares reports, memoranda, briefing papers, and other written material for internal and external use.
• Reviews documents for accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree.
• Six years of specialized experience related to the duties described, with the possibility of substituting experience for a higher degree.
• Superior time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal employees and outside sources.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to change.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Must be able to pass a Top Secret background investigation.
• May require knowledge in building Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.