Program Director – Government Contracts

Kelly has a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Program Director – Government Contracts to lead and oversee a portfolio featuring strategic scientific federal contracts focused on our Nation’s public health from a remote position based on the East Coast. This is a Direct Hire opportunity with a starting salary of $200,000 - $225,000 , an excellent bonus structure, and a comprehensive benefits package. In this role you will provide Program Director expertise by directing a high-performing Program Management team to drive strategy and execution. This is a remote position, and you will work closely with business unit partners to achieve results. The ideal candidate will carry relevant portfolio/program management experience with governments contracts and consistently display top-level people leadership skills.Responsibilities include but not limited to: Act a trusted advisor to multiple government and commercial customers and internal and external stakeholders Provide overall leadership and direction to a cross-functional program team and program managers including coaching, conflict resolution, and initiating corrective actions if necessary Deliver timely and clearly communicated decisions and recommendations to senior leadership, the program team, and management Direct program development that integrates with the overall business and strategy Identify potential risks and opportunities that could impact program performance and take proactive action to resolve issues regarding cost and schedule Establish and clearly communicate overall program objectives, mission, vision, and strategy with a focus on building morale and supporting team needs. Participate as a member of organizational leadership and business strategy team. Build and maintain successful relationships with current and prospective customers Participate in business development activities including outlining potential opportunities, participating on proposal teams, and leading associated tasks Ensure programs are executing within compliance with specifications, performance requirements, schedules, cost commitments, and internal policies and procedures Responsible for establishing the direction for new processes, systems, solutions, and products using reasoning and interpretationSkills and Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or similar field of study required. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 15 years of relevant program/portfolio management experience with oversight of government contracts in a contractor setting. Life sciences experience is highly preferred! Advanced program management, leadership capabilities, and broad experience across multiple related professional disciplines Proposal development experience highly preferred Direct experience in managing multi-task contracts and subcontracts of various types and complexity Prior experience supporting technical contracts for government customers Demonstrated ability to exhibit thought leadership Experience in successfully managing and developing professionals, staff members, and consultants Highly proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams Proficient with SharePoint, Adobe, or similar document/communication management applications Ability to work remotely with very occasional travelApply today!As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.Get a complete career fit with Kelly ® .You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.About KellyWork changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. 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Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.