What are the responsibilities and job description for the Subject Matter Expert (SME)-Professional Services position at West 4th Strategy?
Subject Matter Expert
ROLE
We need a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Office of the Under Secretary for Defense (OUSD) Personnel and Readiness’s (P&R) MATOC. The OUSD P&R is responsible for overseeing personnel and readiness policies and programs within the Department of Defense. Its mission is to ensure the readiness, effectiveness, and well-being of military and civilian personnel across the department. The MATOC, named the Personnel and Readiness Infrastructure Support Management (PRISM), will provide the OUSD’s Directorates and Strategic Mission Partners (Strategic Partners) with innovative and cost-effective services that incorporate industry best practices to meet the demands associated with a dynamic global threat and security environment. Your role as a SME for the OUSD will be to provide expert guidance and insights on personnel and readiness policies, contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, and offer specialized knowledge and support to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
CLEARANCE
CLIENT
TRAVEL
WORK HOURS
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
RELOCATION
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
ROLE
We need a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Office of the Under Secretary for Defense (OUSD) Personnel and Readiness’s (P&R) MATOC. The OUSD P&R is responsible for overseeing personnel and readiness policies and programs within the Department of Defense. Its mission is to ensure the readiness, effectiveness, and well-being of military and civilian personnel across the department. The MATOC, named the Personnel and Readiness Infrastructure Support Management (PRISM), will provide the OUSD’s Directorates and Strategic Mission Partners (Strategic Partners) with innovative and cost-effective services that incorporate industry best practices to meet the demands associated with a dynamic global threat and security environment. Your role as a SME for the OUSD will be to provide expert guidance and insights on personnel and readiness policies, contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, and offer specialized knowledge and support to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer job security and stability, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Apply today!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide expert guidance and insights on personnel and readiness policies within OUSD P&R
- Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives
- Offer specialized knowledge and support to enhance program effectiveness
- Serve as a resource for OUSD leadership and staff on personnel and readiness matters
- Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in personnel management
- Analyze complex issues and provide recommendations for policy development
- Collaborate with stakeholders to address challenges and identify opportunities for improvement
- Serve as a subject matter resource for training and professional development programs
- Support the evaluation of existing policies and programs to identify areas for enhancement
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to share expertise and insights
- Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials related to personnel and readiness
- Participate in meetings, working groups, and committees to provide subject matter expertise
- Maintain current knowledge of relevant regulations, laws, and guidelines impacting personnel and readiness
- Ensure personnel readiness and well-being through informed decision-making and strategic planning
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- 10 years as a SME in at least 3 P&R functional areas: Front Office, Readiness, Chief Talent Management Office (CTMO), Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA), Defense Health Agency (DHA), Office of Force Resiliency (OFR), and Functional Financial Management Support (FFMS)
- Experience as an SME on Professional Services contracts at the task order level
- Executed individual contracts, task orders, BPA Calls or Purchase Orders that fall under the P&R functional areas
- Capable of working independently
- Strong written and oral communication skills in the English language
- Capable of directing contractor personnel and interfacing with the Government and customers
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills
- Ability to communicate applicable technical subject matter expertise to management and others
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
- Graduate Degree
- TBD
CLEARANCE
- Background investigation (subject to change based on task order)
CLIENT
- Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD) Personnel & Readiness (P&R)
TRAVEL
- Travel may be required
WORK HOURS
- Full time = 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
- W2
RELOCATION
- Not eligible for relocation benefits
West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.
Other Considerations: applicants will be subject to a background investigation. Individual’s primary workstation is in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.
