Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
About the Position
Dexis Professional Services (Dexis) is seeking a Program Manager who will be responsible for being one of the primary points of contact (POC) for Dexis and is responsible for managing the oversight of all tasks being performed over the course of the contract for the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD (A&S)).
The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)) is responsible for leading the U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD) efforts related to research and development, advanced technology, developmental test and evaluation, production, logistics, installation management, military construction, defense procurement, acquisition policy, environmental and nuclear security, chemical and biological matters, operational energy plans and programs, corrosion policy and oversight, human capital initiatives, as well as small and disadvantaged business management. To accomplish this mission, OUSD(A&S) requires administrative, analytical, and strategic communication support services.
The Program Manager shall also ensure full functionality and ensure changes to business practices are effectively communicated to all relevant staff.
The position will be based in the DC metro area and is contingent upon contract award.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all staff are fully trained in all administrative, clerical, specific policies and procedures.
- Ensure that all staff are able to complete the required day-to-day functions of OUSD (A&S) administrative, clerical, strategic communications support.
- Ensure full functionality and ensure changes to OUSD (A&S) Administrative and Strategic Communications Support business practices are communicated to all relevant staff and contractors within OUSD (A&S).
- Provide and manage trained personnel to ensure effective and efficient day-to-day business operations in accordance with Administrative and Analytical Support and practices.
- Effectively manage personnel attrition and turnover to ensure operations continue smoothly while new staff are being hired and trained.
- Provide oversight of the OUSD (A&S) Administrative and Analytical Support processes to verify staff are providing accurate and responsive support. Whenever deficiencies are uncovered, the Program Manager shall take corrective actions to resolve deficiencies.
- Provide employees training to ensure staff expertise remains at a level to efficiently and effectively execute task order requirements.
- Provide monthly and quarterly status reports.
Qualifications
- Mastery of the day-to-day operations within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S))
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- At least five (5) years of program management experience.
- Proficiency in MS Office software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Program management certification.
- Executive level support experience within the Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
- Program management experience demonstrating the ability to collaborate and deliver contractual services in a high op-tempo environment, coordinating between multi-disciplined functions of internal and external organizations.
Below is the pay range aligned with this position. When developing a range, Dexis evaluates compensation holistically, triangulating between external market research, our budget for the position, and internal equity to arrive at a figure that is fair and competitive. Offers within this range will be based on an individual candidate's qualification, relevant education and experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.
Dexis pay range for this role:
$110,000—$150,000 USD
Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.
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What We Do
Dexis is a professional services firm that solves the most pressing social challenges in complex environments, paving the way for a more secure and prosperous world.
We advance the mission of leading global engagement agencies, including USAID, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. We specialize in stabilization and conflict mitigation, security sector assistance, rule of law, anti-corruption, and inclusive economic growth.
Our staff of over 500 full-time employees maintain an active presence across 80 countries. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system (QMS) makes us a reliable partner with our clients.
Established in 2001, Dexis has grown at double-digit rates for over a decade and is now a solidly middle-market company, a feat demonstrated by 2.5% of small government services firms. Dexis’ agile, digital-forward workforce and robust business platforms ensure adaptive management is built into everything we do.
As a minority-owned company, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our corporate culture. Women make up seventy percent of staff and half of our executive leadership team. Forty percent of our staff and leadership team are from minority or historically under-represented communities.
We are an active member of the communities where we work and provide matching donations to employee-driven social causes. Our employees have top ranked Dexis in Glassdoor as a company with the best growth prospects among its peers.
