Program Manager Job

Vacancy No. DAFN244479966262F Department United States Army Futures Command
Salary $136,414.00 to $191,900.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 11/14/2024 Close Date 11/28/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Mountain View, CASan Diego, CADistrict of Columbia, DCChicago, IL


Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

This position is with the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory (ARL).

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The US Army Combat Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Research Business Directorate (RBD) seeks to fill a DJ-04 (GS-14/15 equivalent) position in support of the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). The incumbent will oversee programs aimed at inspiring the next generation of talent into national security and using said talent to solve national security problems and enhance the national security innovation base.

Duties

  • Manage daily execution of programs under the Talent Portfolio mission, ensuring alignment with DIU's strategic goals.
  • Analyze data, compile facts and information, and provide programmatic advice to customers
  • Develop tools to support oversight of cost, schedule, performance of multiple, diverse projects at the program level.
  • Track project progress, regularly report on key metrics and milestones to stakeholders, and ensure transparency and alignment throughout the organization
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, and ensure effective resource allocation throughout the lifecycle of the program
  • Develop and implement strategies with customers to identify and define complex/difficult problems
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including academic institutions, venture communities, for effective program integration.
  • Lead portfolio of programs under the Talent Portfolio mission, ensuring alignment with DIU’s strategic goals. This includes existing programs, pilots, and any future programmatic efforts.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • Three year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This is a 2-year Term position scheduled to last 2 years. This position may cannot be made permanent.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
  • This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 30% of the time.
  • This position requires pre-employment financial disclosure (OGE Form 450) and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes (1) engaging and partnering with senior leaders of academic institutions and organizations; (2) identifying significant challenges, developing approaches to solve problems, and executing approaches to accomplish these goals; (3) communicating effectively (orally and in writing) with a wide variety of stakeholders, partners, and organizational levels both within and outside the organization (i.e. academia, business, DoD, other Federal Agencies, etc.); and (4) working with emerging national security needs and associated Science and Technology programs and interested partners and stakeholders

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (at least GS-13 equivalent). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) 57 Career Field (CF) position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If, after reviewing your rsum and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

Required Documents

Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
  • Cover Letter, optional
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: Both of the following email addresses:laura.s.smith24.civ@army.mil -AND- usarmy.adelphi.devcom-arl.mbx.apply2arl@army.mil

To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted.

The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/28/2024 to receive consideration.

Agency contact information

LAURA SMITH
Address
FN-W262AA US ARMY COMBAT CAPABILITIES DEV CMD
DO NOT MAIL
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005
US
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Next steps

Eligible applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Acknowledgement and Notice of Results letters will be sent by the hiring office.

The evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.

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