Program Management Analyst II at Bering Straits Native Corporation

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SUMMARY

Paragon Professional Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation is currently seeking a qualified Program Management Analyst II for the Department of State. The Department of State, Office of Logistics Management, Office of Program Management and Policy (A/LM/PMP) requires a support contractor to provide administrative, professional, and technical staffing services.  strong project management, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Conducting research, analyzing data, identifying trends, and preparing reports. Determining program requirements and making recommendations.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

This position is a high-level position that will support high level government officials. 

The successful candidate should be strong in project management, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.  Conduct research, analyze data, identify trends, and prepare reports. Determine program requirements and make recommendations.

• Analyzing, evaluating, and improving efficiency of internal administrative operations and policy determinations
• Conducting ongoing analysis of programs and for long-range planning
• Managing and accessing complex programs to ensure relevance and value.
• Proposing changes to enhance benefits offered in various programs.
• Recommending and proposing management plans to administer the programs.
• Draft statements of work and assist management with the monitoring of executed contracting tasks.
• Assist in analyzing and improving knowledge of management processes and procedures and/or office programs.
• Analyzes management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems including the systems specifications, data gathering and analytical techniques, and systems evaluation methodology.
• Develops reports, letters, and other documents for management programs, policies, and activities.
• Research and use government and private sector best practices to measure and improve customer service, approval workflows, and processing timelines.
• Analyze many financial, program planning, bilateral, and program evaluation documents for standard and ad hoc reports, as needed.
• Performs administrative and financial analysis; and makes recommendations for changes and improvements.
• Provides research, spreadsheet development, data collection, and analysis to the program office.
• Prepares reports such as monthly, quarterly, cumulative semi-annual and cumulative annual reports.
• Provides day-to-day support in diverse program activities and projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships through excellent customer service skills, project management knowledge, and a related understanding of the program office needs and mandates.

Employees require infrequent supervision and is expected to work independently according to established policies and accepted practice.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and two (2) years of related experience.
2. US Department of State experience preferred.
3. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; sufficient to draft action and info memos, congressional testimony, press guidance and congressional and general correspondence.
4. Advanced knowledge using Microsoft Office Suite.
5. Familiarity in developing project and program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones involving complex programs, systems, or issues of critical importance to the entire organization.
6. Knowledge in assessing project progress, conducting briefings, and preparing comprehensive reports with solutions and recommendations for top-level managers and executives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Must be MS Office Suite proficient.
• Must be a self-starter and motivated to stay on top of tasks.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Must have a Secret Clearance

Preferred

• N/A

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily in a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference.  BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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