Senior Program Director

Senior Program Director

Location: Washington, DC

Description: Seeking a Senior Program Director to lead our support efforts under the PRISM MATOC Task Order for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (OASD M&RA). This role provides executive oversight across program management, business operations, training, engineering, and logistics, leading a team to advance M&RA's mission in personnel policy, readiness, and financial resilience. The Director will drive strategic planning, process improvements, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring seamless execution and innovation through predictive analytics platforms and scenario-based training tools.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities:

• Provide executive oversight for program management, business operations, training development, engineering integration, and logistics support to align with OASD M&RA priorities.
• Optimize resource allocation and ensure efficient program execution across all support areas.
• Lead strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, advising on policy impacts such as portal development and mobilization strategies.
• Champion process improvements and innovation, leveraging predictive analytics for scenario modeling and scenario-based training to address emerging threats.
• Oversee deliverables and quality assurance, including status reports and financial forecasting, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with partners and government stakeholders, incorporating strategic communications for outreach and change management.
• Conduct in-progress reviews, briefings, and quality control measures, mitigating risks through proactive assessments.
• Provide executive direction on team performance, ensuring compliance with contract structures and performance standards.
• Liaise with senior leaders, including joint staff and service components, to enhance policy adoption and mission outcomes.
• Maintain currency with DoD policies, doctrines, and standards for M&RA initiatives.

Required Experience:

• Proven track record as a former Program Manager in DoD environments, with expertise in personnel policy, reserve integration, and financial readiness.
• Strong leadership skills for directing complex federal contracts in high-uncertainty settings.
• Ability to manage time effectively under pressure and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (including the ability to provide briefs, reports, etc., for senior leader review).
• Experience with agile methodologies, predictive analytics integration, and cross-functional team coordination in government environments.
• Familiarity with OASD M&RA priorities, including personnel policy, talent management, and financial readiness outreach.
• Operational working knowledge of M&RA functions (this includes mission systems, policies, and procedures).
• Capacity to evaluate risk levels, implications, and performance metrics.
• Active Clearance or the ability to qualify and obtain a Secret clearance.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public policy, or related field; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in federal program management, including 5+ years leading IDIQ task orders like PRISM.
• PMP or equivalent certification; experience with mature process frameworks a plus.
• 5+ years of experience overseeing multi-stakeholder DoD projects with emphasis on innovation and mission impact.

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About HigherEchelon, Inc.

HigherEchelon, Inc. (HE) is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) with offerings in Engineering, Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the premier trusted partner in organizational excellence and achieves this through sustained investment in talent and the employee experience. HigherEchelon puts the employee first to better serve customer needs and sustain excellence.

HigherEchelon offers competitive full-time benefits including paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) matching, full health/dental/vision coverage, plus much more. For on-site and remote employees, flexible work schedules are offered when authorized.

By joining our team, you are choosing to embark on a journey towards excellence as a valued team member and trusted partner. We appreciate your inquiry and look forward to discussing the opportunity further.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled:

HigherEchelon, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. HigherEchelon, Inc. participates in E-Verify.