Program Specialist III

Position Overview:

The Program Specialist will coordinate all administrative and program support for an assigned training program, including classrooms and course materials, travel arrangements, training and support staff, equipment, materials and supplies, and other support requirements to ensure successful delivery of the assigned training program.

This opportunity is for a POTENTIAL CONTRACT award and is contingent upon the contract being awarded. Consideration for a potential contract may require a signed letter of intent. If the contract is awarded, another position posting will be available on the Company Careers portal.

Primary/Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Supports instruction delivery, classroom preparation, course handouts, and orientation/graduation ceremonies for the assigned training program.

• Ensures completion of administrative requirements including travel orders and arrangements; lodging; scheduling of facilities and instructors; and preparation of equipment/materials.

• Supports coordination activities and correspondence involving Program Managers, Registrar/staff, instructors, students and other training program stakeholders.

• Assists Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and curriculum development staff in the creation and update of lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, practical exercises, and other course materials in accordance with Foreign Affairs Security Training Center (FASTC) standard operating procedures and Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) standards.

• Supports budget and finance personnel on annual course budget preparation to include funding for student travel and per diem.

• Ensures the efficient use of assigned resources.

• Assists in database and record management and report preparation, as directed.

• Ensures student records, class evaluations/surveys and other class administration documents are collected, maintained, and submitted according to standard operating procedures.

• Resolves technical and administrative problems that occur before and during training delivery.

• Performs tasks associated with ordering, receiving, unpacking, storing, assembling and issuing supplies, materials and equipment.

• Supports vehicle scheduling in preparation for and during training exercises, graduation ceremonies, and at other times when official transportation is needed.

• Coordinates vehicle preparation (fuel, oil, tires, cleaning) and usage with the fleet management office.

• Operates U.S. government vehicles as necessary in the performance of assigned tasks.

• Picks up and delivers official mail and special delivery items.

• Escorts un-cleared building personnel when necessary.

• Assists in class coordination, administrative duties, and practical exercises for other courses within the Program Office.

• Employs applicable Department of State security standards and procedures to protect National Security information.

• Travels as necessary to other U.S. and foreign training sites, though it is not expected that such travel will exceed 25% of total work time.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Employee requires infrequent supervision and is expected to work independently according to established policies and accepted practice with minimal guidance from Program Office staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a high school diploma; an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is preferred together with seven (7) years of progressively responsible administrative experience.

• A minimum of two (2) years fulfilling the duties of a Program Specialist II or equivalent experience.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to work in a collaborative, team environment.

• Advanced knowledge of and experience with administrative and program management functions.

• Working knowledge of MS Office suite and/or other general office applications.

• Working knowledge of military, law enforcement, and/or Government security operations.

• Working knowledge of training course administration/logistics.

• Program management experience in a training and/or educational environment.

• Knowledge of training and instructional methodologies related to adult learning preferred.

• Knowledge of supply and logistics record keeping/management (supply/logistics forms, supplies, materials inventory, and status report preparation) a plus.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Must hold a valid driver's license and be willing and able to drive official US Government vehicles up to and including 16 passenger vans.

Afognak Native Corporation, Afognak Commercial Group, LLC, and their subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender expression or gender identity (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws ("protected status").

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.