Program Manager

Koniag Professional Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Program Manager to support KPS and our government customer in the DC Metro area. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of contract operational support functions, managing multiple complex and inter-related project tasks, and leading teams of contractor personnel across multiple locations. This position requires strong leadership, program management skills, and the ability to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and compliance with contractual obligations. The Program Manager at Koniag Government Services plays a pivotal role in leading and managing complex contract operational support functions, ensuring successful project delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and compliance with contractual obligations. With strong program and project management skills, leadership abilities, and a track record of successfully managing teams and projects, the ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of program execution, from planning and resource allocation to risk management and stakeholder communication. Additionally, the Program Manager will provide applications systems analysis, long and short‑range plans for application selection, systems development, systems maintenance, and production activities for necessary support resources. Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to: The Program Manager will be responsible for the following tasks: Serve as the program manager responsible for organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of contract operational support functions involving multiple complex and inter‑related project tasks that often require managing teams of contractor personnel at multiple locations. Provide overall direction and oversight of program activities, ensuring alignment with program objectives, timelines, and budgets. Manage and maintain the contractor's interface with the senior levels of the customer's organization, fostering effective communication and collaboration. Consult with customer and contractor personnel to formulate and review task plans and deliverables, ensuring conformance with program and project task schedules, costs, and contractual obligations. Establish and maintain technical and financial reports to show progress of projects to management and customers, ensuring transparency and accountability. Organize and assign responsibilities to subordinates, overseeing the successful completion of all assigned tasks and providing guidance and support as needed. Assume the initiative and provide support to the OCIO (Office of the Chief Information Officer) and various program offices, ensuring seamless integration and coordination of efforts. Serve as the task leader, managing a group of engineers and the full ADP (Automated Data Processing) life cycle in software engineering for a minimum of two years. Level III (CR03) - Typically oversee all aspects of the project, leading a team on large projects or a significant segment of large and complex projects. Analyze new and complex project‑related problems and create innovative solutions that normally involve the schedule, technology, methodology, tools, solution components, and financial management of the project. Provide applications systems analysis and long and short‑range plans for application selection, systems development, systems maintenance, and production activities for necessary support resources. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Project Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. Ability to obtain a Public Trust. Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in program management, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess two (2) years of task leader experience managing a group of engineers and the full ADP life cycle in software engineering. Level III (CR03) experience, typically overseeing all aspects of the project, leading a team on large projects or a significant segment of large and complex projects. Proven program and project management skills, including proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide project teams effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management. Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex project challenges and create innovative solutions. Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to program management, project management, and software engineering. Familiarity with applications systems analysis, systems development, systems maintenance, and production activities for necessary support resources. Desired Skills and Competencies: Experience with office equipment (e.g., copiers, postage meters, audio/visual) Knowledge of database management, reporting and data entry procedures Basic accounting, bookkeeping and recordkeeping experience Problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently Event planning and project coordination experience Office Location and Travel: The place of performance will be Primary place of performance shall be performed at ACF Headquarters, located in Washington, D.C., Rockville, MD. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352 Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution‑oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long‑term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr