Head of Project Management - Washington DC, United States - Corner Alliance

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    Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government.

    We are currently seeking a Program and Administrative Support Task Lead with 8+ years of experience to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive .

    **As a Preparedness & Outreach Project Manager supporting our Federal government client, you will be trusted to manage the tasks under the direction of the Program Manager.

    You will provide overall task management:

    emergency preparedness & resilience portfolio management, development strategy, and execution; project management and planning; client relationship building; stakeholder engagement across state, local, and tribal government partners; team management; and quality assurance across your assigned task.

    The Program and Administrative Support Task Lead will lead team and client efforts to use science-based research to connect individuals, organizations, and communities with the information they need to plan and prepare for disasters and emergencies.

    Coordinate and manage all aspects of task area performance (i.e., technical, contractual, administrative, financial).

    • Quickly establish and foster positive rapport with federal government clients and public safety stakeholders in a professional, creative environment.
    • Analyze new and complex project-related problems and create innovative solutions that normally involve the schedule, technology, methodology, tools, solution components, and financial management of the project
    • Oversee a team of preparedness subject matter experts and professionals in the development of client preparedness and resilience portfolios to connect individuals, families, communities, and organizations with emergency and disaster preparedness information.
    • Support strategic program and project management initiatives as directed by the Project Manager.
    • Train and administer tasks to junior consultants
    • You may work remotely dependent on contract requirements.
    Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

    • 8+ years of recent and relevant experience managing the subject task in a contract of similar size and scope
    • Previous experience with emergency management and public safety stakeholder engagement
    • Creative thinker with the ability to translate complex information into manageable pieces
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
    • Skilled in problem solving with a flexible approach towards stakeholders
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

    We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.

    Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.

    Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.

    We are dedicated to building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

    In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call or email