Description

Job Title: SECO Deputy Program Manager & Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) PM

Zeiders is an industry leader in military and family support. Our company's reputation is based on providing top quality service with exceptional, dedicated employees. This approach has earned client confidence and repeat business from satisfied customers. Headquartered in Woodbridge, VA, Zeiders has approximately 1,000 employees supporting clients worldwide in behavioral health, military family resiliency, work-life education programs, and related services. We seek individuals with strong passion for what we do and our commitment to quality service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The SECO Deputy Program Manager & Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP) PM works as a full-time employee of Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. (Zeiders) and manages and supervises MSEP services and assigned staff comprised of MSEP Operations Managers, MSEP Specialists, MSEP Recruiters and Job Search Navigators under the umbrella of the SECO Task Order. The MSEP PM provides overall leadership and guidance for the MSEP team, including assigning tasks, supervising, training and managing overall performance of the MSEP program and interaction with the Program Office. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Work with the Government MSEP Program Manager, and SECO contract’s Task Order Program Manager in the execution of the MSEP program to provide reporting, briefing, quality control, budget execution and other support as required for customer delight.

• Develop a strategy for MSEP program growth, reporting and tracking, outreach, annual partner meetings and new partner orientation webinars.

• Provide innovative thought leadership to the customer to enhance and grow the SECO program and Military Spouse Employment Partnership.

• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures and guidelines for the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

• Ensure that contract staff receive required job-related training and facilitate the approval process for government-directed training in accordance with contract requirements.

• Ensure operational performance, quality control, budget and other performance standards are exceeded.

• Provide day-to-day strategic and operational management of the program.

• Ensure sufficient technical resources are established to meet contract requirements.

• Create and maintain efficiencies by developing positive workflows, using appropriate resources, evaluating by performance metrics and developing process improvement when necessary.

• Integrate employer support activities with other SECO Program services as required, e.g. webinars, social media, event support, outreach, etc.

• Collaborate and coordinate with the other contract managers (Career Center and Program Support) to identify and resolve problems that arise with staffing and program execution, and to ensure full integration of MSEP into the overall SECO program.

Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Marketing, Communication or related field.

• Ten (10) years' experience in human resources program administration/management experience.

• Ten (10) years of personnel management/staff supervision.

• Five (5) years of supervisor experience as a program manager operating a similar program.

• Five (5) years' experience with government contracting processes and familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations.

• Five (5) years' experience with program design, development, implementation, and evaluation.

• Strong proven track record with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to lead program presentations to senior government, military and commercial leaders.

• Proven ability to manage complex programs with multiple work streams.

• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a government background investigation.

• This position requires US Citizenship.

• You will need to complete and clear the full government background check process based on your role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience/knowledgeable/skills in the area of employment industry, job placement, spouse employment, career counseling, and related services.

• Experience managing remote and geographically dispersed teams.

• Program Management Professional (PMP) certified

• Direct military lifestyle or populations knowledge or experience, such as from a Military Spouse, Veteran or Wounded Warrior.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage subordinate supervisors who supervise other employees.

• The position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these activities.

• Supervisory responsibilities are executed in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Other Skills and Abilities

• All positions that require access to U.S. Government facilities and systems require U.S. Citizenship, a valid driver’s license, transportation, and auto insurance.

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced environment requiring attention to detail and ability to multi-task and re-prioritize.

• Constantly shifting priorities due to client demands and stakeholder needs.

• Continuous improvement changes in programs, procedures and technology as needed.

Physical Demands: Works in office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers, and other office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel: Travel required as needed- meetings, special projects or training, <10%.

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)