Deputy Project Manager-Military Funeral Honors

Job Title:  Deputy Project Manager (PM)-Military Funeral Honors

Summary – This is a contingent Opportunity and would begin work upon the contract award

The Army National Guard (ARNG) Military Funeral Honors (MFH) program renders professional military funeral honors, in accordance with service tradition, to all eligible veterans when requested by an authorized family member. The MFH program has developed a comprehensive network within communities which quickly responds to the needs of deceased Service members and their Families.

The ARNG is a geographically dispersed force whose members do not have the benefit of installation-based support for MFH and caring for survivors of our fallen heroes. The need to provide MFH to geographically dispersed service members and Families is ongoing and increases during periods of mobilization, active service, and state call-ups.

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Deputy Project Manager (DPM) who shall assist the Contract Project Manager (PM) in their responsibilities for the performance of work, Task Order (TO) compliance, and quality control of the Military Funeral Honors (MFH) Program. The DPM shall act for the contractor when the PM is absent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Full authority to act for the contractor in the PMs absence on all TO matters relating to daily operation of this TO.
• Assists in the management of daily operations and performs a variety of activities in support of each Military Funeral Honors assigned mission
• Assists in the planning, directing, organizing, controlling, and coordination of technical efforts, contractor manpower and team activities, including areas of administration, program control, and technical supervision of personnel involved in the program
• Assists with the planning and execution of all activities related to the contract task order
• Interfaces with the Government’s Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Assistant COR, and Functional Representatives when necessary
• Ensures that all personnel assigned to a task meet Government qualification standards and receive necessary training
• Reviews subcontractor deliverables. Responsible for contract compliance and quality control
• Reviews contract execution to identify problems and ensure that the Government is provided timely notification of funding or execution-related issues
• Knowledgeable of MFH Regional and State Coordinator duties and vets mission requests in accordance with published guidance
• Inputs mission requests into the MFH database within 24 hours and closes out all missions within 72 hours
• Ensures MFH Regional and State Coordinators follow the ARNG MFH Training Statement of Purpose, that they oversee training within their respective states or territories.
• Ensures the proper training of MFH Regional and State Coordinators to perform all assigned tasks
• Ensures that staff understands and complies with ARNG, State NG, and Installation Management Command guidance and regulation.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and/or Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution
• Prior experience serving in the military
• A minimum of three years’ experience in Program Management
• Exceptional leadership, communication, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Broad-base knowledge, experience, and skills in the areas of Military Funeral Honors, military personnel, casualty assistance, and Family programs as well as an understanding of the ARNG
• Demonstrate knowledge of internet interaction, use of government’s data bases, reports preparation, interpret regulations and analyze reports
• Be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of the military organizational structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, regulations, and policy of the Department of Army
• Possess working knowledge of military protocol when addressing Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers, Troops and Government personnel
• Ability to effectively interface and communicate with civilian and military personnel at all levels
• Be a self-starter and be able to execute responsibilities with minimum oversight
• Ability to plan and organize work activities to achieve established program objectives goal.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently
• Valid passport
• Must pass a pre-employment background check

Other Skills and Abilities 

This position requires access to U.S. Government facilities and systems. U.S. Citizenship, a valid driver's license, transportation, and auto insurance are required.

Competencies 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Resolves conflict: Gives appropriate recognition to others
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills and participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Manages and Controls project tasks; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities

Physical Demands: This individual works in office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. They use a personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers, and other office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range: $80,000- $130,000

PLEASE NOTE: The Zeiders pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Salary : $80,000 - $130,000