Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager
Job Summary:
This position is in support of the NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS). Joining NCCOS offers the thrilling opportunity to lead diverse teams in pioneering projects that safeguard our coastal ecosystems, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the support of FedWriters' comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities Include:

• Discussing any issues that arise with COR and government personnel
• Providing monthly and quarterly reports of progress toward products
• Accepting and processing changes to individual positions, and fill new requirements
• Meeting monthly or as needed with COR to review invoices
• Carrying out orientation for new contractor staff, providing the COR all background/security information required for processing
• Managing a system for reporting time and attendance, and processing leave requests
• Serving as POC for staff to call in when they are going to be absent, and provide notification to the work group
• Responding to contractor staff payroll, benefits, training and travel questions
• Communicating contractor company policies to contractor staff
• Providing miscellaneous administrative reports to COR, as requested

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or administrative discipline
• PMP certification
• 10+ years of project management experience
• The ability to oversee a team of varied, diverse scientific and administrative personnel

Desired:

• Prior experience managing projects with NOAA or another scientific organization

Work Setting and Environment:

• Monday - Friday, must be available between 6 AM and 8 PM
• Work is to be performed remotely

How FedWriters Will Compensate and Appreciate You:
FedWriters offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.
FedWriters provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more!
FedWriters abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
FedWriters is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race; ethnicity; religion; gender; age; national origin; marital status; sexual orientation; gender identity; family responsibilities; matriculation; physical or mental disabilities; political affiliation; genetic information; status as a protected veteran; or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in applying for employment with FedWriters and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for the position, please call (703) 872-7848. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis. FedWriters is a federal contractor seeking veteran referrals.