Job Description
Please Note : We are in the initial stages of sourcing candidates for this potential opportunity. We do not have an existing contract for this work. In the event we are selected through the competitive process, we would like to quickly draw upon a pool of talented professionals and are accepting prospective applications now.
Assistant Program Director
Cherokee Nation Management & Consulting (CNMC) is seeking a dedicated Assistant Program Director to join its team in Greensboro, NC. The successful candidate will serve as a second liaison between the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) and its regional staff, ensuring compliance with federal requirements. The Assistant Program Director will oversee data collection and evaluation processes, provide accurate data and reports to leadership and ORR, manage staff hiring, training, and evaluation, and ensure the program's fiscal alignment with the budget. The role also involves supervising the referral acceptance and direct intake team, monitoring operational functions, updating policies and procedures, and participating in regional and national meetings.
Compensation & Benefits:

• Estimated Starting Salary Range for Assistant Program Director
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Assistant Program Director Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a liaison between ORR and regional staff, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Manage timely data collection and evaluation in accordance with federal requirements.
• Provide accurate data and reports to leadership and ORR to support program decision-making.
• Oversee the hiring, training, and performance evaluation of staff members.
• Supervise the referral acceptance and direct intake team, ensuring compliance with ORR requirements.
• Monitor operational functions and update policies and procedures as needed.
• Assume fiscal responsibility for the program, ensuring alignment with the budget.
• Organize and actively participate in regional and national meetings.
• Conduct periodic case reviews to ensure assessments and recommendations meet program requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Assistant Program Director Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, sociology, or a relevant behavioral science.
• At least 5 years of progressive employment experience with a social services or childcare agency/organization.
• Strong administrative capacity with knowledge of child-care programming, family preservation, staff supervision, program development, quality assurance, and evaluation.
• Experience in senior management, multi-tasking high-priority projects, and at least five years in a supervisory role.
• Minimum of one-year experience in the development, oversight, and management of programs/projects.
• Demonstrated experience assisting in the management and coordination of programs, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Proven ability to provide leadership support to program teams, assisting in setting goals, priorities, and guiding team members.
• Experience in overseeing projects and initiatives within the program, ensuring timely completion and alignment with program objectives.
• Past applicable job experience may include, but is not limited to: Deputy Program Director, Program Coordinator, or Program Supervisor
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:
Cherokee Nation Management & Consulting (CNMC) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNMC is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.
About Us
Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on new challenges in a team-focused environment? Are you committed to delivering high-quality work? If so, you may be a great candidate for the CNB team!

Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) is the economic engine of Cherokee Nation - the largest Native American tribe. As the parent company of 35 businesses, CNB operates three divisions: Hospitality, Cherokee Federal and Cultural & Economic Development. We employ more than 7,500 people who work in 26 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. We are hiring entrepreneurial leaders who have the motivation to develop and grow our diverse portfolio of companies.
About the Team
Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics.
Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600 employees work in 20 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories.
Why Cherokee Federal? Visit Cherokee-Federal.com to learn why you should join our team!
Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, union affiliation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We conform to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations governing all aspects of the relationship between the Company and its employees, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies. The policies and principles of EEO also apply to the selection and treatment of independent contractors, personnel working on our premises who are employed by temporary agencies and any other persons or firms doing business for or with the Company.