Program Manager III

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Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals. HJF is seeking a Program Manager III to oversee a collection of related/integrated projects that together support a long-term research initiative. This position strategically guides one or more project managers and related technical staff to ensure they are all working effectively toward the program's stated objectives.

Typically oversees moderate to highly complex scope of work. This position will be in support of the Department of Neurology. Responsibilities Engages regularly with Department Chairs and key stakeholders.

Functions as the liaison between Department Chairs, key stakeholders, HJF Home Office and the program management team. Oversees the strategic implementation of grant awards. Ensures compliance with all contract requirements, schedules, and provisions.

Supervises other program managers. Provides guidance, assigns and reviews work, and conducts performance evaluations. Contributes to strategic planning.

Works with project stakeholders to ensure detailed business and technical requirements are defined to ensure success in program. Develops and manages program plans from inception to deployment, applying project management methodology and enforcing best practice standards. Analyzes costs and pricing data submitted by the contract centers to verify and substantiate direct and indirect costs.

Prepares requests for contract actions and proposals. Initiates and monitors program actions including budgets, purchasing, and hiring activities. Interacts with project stakeholders by facilitating information flow as a liaison between research staff, Principal Investigators, project sponsors, research administrators and HJF Program Management in the administration of agreements, contracts and research compliance.

Applies expertise in establishing more complex standard operating procedures and leading improvements. Responds to complex requests and escalated complaints. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role. Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Business Administration or Life Sciences field of study preferred. Minimum of 9-10 years experience required.

Licenses and Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities In-depth knowledge of federal budget processes and fundamental principles of project management Solid Interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing, build and maintain teams, and identify and resolve problems Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate activities to meet deadlines Working knowledge of a variety of software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, proposal/project tracking, and data analysis software Knowledge of organizational objectives, the federal budget process, office automation. Ability to work completely independently, use sound judgement in solving problems, and coordinate many complex systems and programs simultaneously.

Knowledge of project management principles, and good communications, customer/client relationship skills and people management experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust. Physical Capabilities Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment This position will take place primarily in a office setting. Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 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) Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.