What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager - DEA Foreign and Language Training Program position at McColm and Company?
LEVEL: Senior
LOCATION: United States (In-person and remote)
TYPE: Full time regular employment, with benefits
McColm & Company (McColm) is a mission-driven and customer-focused consulting firm that equips change makers with the knowledge, skills, and insights they need to succeed in an increasingly complex world. McColm specializes in supporting U.S. federal customers with national security and foreign affairs focused portfolios by managing bespoke professional training programs, delivering effective training support solutions, and providing highly specialized technical assistance and analysis expertise to decision makers.
McColm issues this Call for CVs for qualified Program Manager candidates under an anticipated contract with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Foreign Personnel Unit, Foreign Training and Language Program (OFSP-B). The Program Manager will be based in the Continental United States (CONUS) and will be expected to appear in person at training sites as needed. The position description below details the anticipated duties and qualifications of the position, contingent upon contract award.
The responsibilities of the Program Manager are as follows:
- Lead and manage all aspects of contract performance, including project planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Supervise and coordinate project teams, ensuring all contract deliverables and performance objectives are met.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and government stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and contract compliance.
- Oversee project financials, resource allocation, and risk management to maintain efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures to maintain high standards of service delivery.
- Manage personnel, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations, to ensure a capable and responsive workforce.
- Ensure compliance with all federal regulations, policies, and contract-specific requirements.
- Manage the development of targeted law enforcement curricula and the deliveries of language trainings in all 50 states, US territories, commonwealths, and major domestic metropolitan areas with close proximity to DEA offices.
- Address and resolve issues, discrepancies, or complaints related to contract execution in a timely and effective manner.
- Be accessible during normal business hours in all time zones of the continental United States.
- Previous experience managing foreign language trainings, preferably with the DEA or other federal government agency.
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
- Extensive knowledge of foreign language acquisition/training and contract management.
- Proven leadership experience, including supervising personnel and managing contract deliverables.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
- Ability to work on-site during business hours and be on-call 24/7 for urgent contract matters.
- US Citizen.
McColm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to all of our staff. Compensation is offered according to job requirements, market dynamics, and experience/skills of the successful candidate. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off, 11 paid federal holidays, and annual performance-based bonuses.
McColm & Company is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Due to the high volume of applications McColm receives and to ensure we comply with our internal hiring policies, we regret we are not able to respond to individual phone calls or emails regarding application status.
