Deputy Program Manager (DPM)

Deputy Program Manager (DPM)

Location: Dominican Republic

Remote Work: No, but the position allows occasional telework

Clearance: Secret

Work Status: Full-Time

Travel Requirements: Occasional international travel (TDYs) will be required to support mission objectives.

ATSG is actively seeking candidates for a potential upcoming contract. This position is contingent upon award, and hiring decisions will be finalized once the contract is granted.

Position Description

ATSG is presently identifying candidates for the following position: Deputy Program Manager with an active Secret security clearance to join the ATSG Project Management Office’s (PMO) In-Country Support Office (ICSO) team to work in partnership with the U.S. Department of State (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs' (INL) Western Hemisphere Programs (WHP) - Dominican Republic Task Order. The Deputy Program Manager (DPM) will serve as the ICSO’s lead and is ultimately responsible for the direct supervision of ATSG's Third Party Contractor (TPC) efforts and Task Order operations including contract performance, scheduling, and quality assurance. WHP is a large and sophisticated multilateral security effort, providing funding for the USG to assist the governments of WHP countries with police professionalization, justice sector reform, counter narcotics efforts, border security management, crime and violence prevention, and anti-corruption efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for in-country business and program operations

Develop strong rapport with local INL COR, ATSG WHP Program Manager, and ATSG task order employees; manage expectations and build a trusted relationship

Promote ATSG supporting role on the task order provide support to COR/PMs that encourages continuous and consistent contract growth

Evaluate operational risk vs. reward and make sound decisions on task order requirements

Encourage TPCs to develop/implement innovative methods and practices in support of the INL mission

Maintain ATSG’s operations license and other business permits with local government and laws

Enforce ATSG’s expectations, rules, and policies

Participate in meetings with WHP Program Manager and ATSG Leadership

Implement/Rejuvenate clear, concise country and ICSO SOPs

Conduct regular Operational Budget Management and Reporting

Consult local legal counsel to ensure compliance with country’s laws, regulations, and mandates

Manage/Engage all stakeholders to identify trends and forecast new requirements

Supervise all assigned TPCs supporting INL and ICSO Staff

Recruit candidates to fill new positions created during task order modifications

Partner with local Immigration Office, INL, and U.S. Embassy for visas and work permits for USN and TCN TPCs

Own new employee onboarding process

Own language requirements process for incumbent personnel and new hires

Conduct regular reporting as required on task order

Conduct training for incumbent personnel and new hires on policy changes and updates

Track personnel Security Clearances, MRPTs, and RSOs through ATSG FSO or local RSO

Conduct recalls of all assigned personnel to disseminate pertinent information in the event of a contingency or emergency; maintain 24/7/365 accountability of all personnel during contingency and/or emergency operations

Conduct emergency action procedures for all personnel as directed during contingency/emergency operations

Minimum Qualifications

Must be an U.S. citizen

Must possess a Secret clearance at the time of application

FSI level 4/4 English

FSI level 3/3 Spanish

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

Five (5) years of project/program management experience, international law enforcement, and/or criminal justice assistance

Eight (8) years of professional experience as a manager

Ability to effectively lead a diverse team via in-person and remote/virtual management

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective, professional relationships and provide excellent customer service

Advance technical writing skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively share knowledge

Strong organization and interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication skills working with all levels of internal/external stakeholders

Demonstrated skill and ability in managing multiple concurrent activities of varying complexity, including changing priorities and short turn-around times, while maintaining a high degree of quality of work product

Experience in producing, maintaining, implementing, and enforcing a Quality Control Plan, Risk Management Plan, program data tracking tools, situation reports, project schedules, etc.

Demonstrated proficiency in computer and web-based applications including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of U.S. Embassy organization and familiarity with program, organization, and operation of other U.S. agencies involved with INL

At least three (3) years of OCONUS project/program management experience

Previous U.S. government experience.

Previous experience working in HR is desirable.

About ATSG

ATSG Corporation is a Veterans Affairs (VA) CVE-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Fairfax, VA with branch offices throughout Central America. Since 2004, ATSG has successfully deployed its experience and expertise to support the most challenging and complex projects for various Federal agencies. Our robust portfolio includes cutting-edge technical solutions and professional support in Program Management, Consulting, Operations and Planning Support, Training and Advisory Services, and IT and Knowledge Management. We take pride in our proven dedication to providing expert assistance to our government partners. ATSG provides a variety of services within the Intelligence Community and is experienced in areas such as Mobility, Enterprise Architecture, Data Processing, Law Enforcement Mission Support, and Acquisition Support. Our products may be diverse, but the results are one and the same—on schedule, on budget, and completed with superior quality. As an organization, we are consistently expanding our global footprint in the contracting community. We work hard to honor our commitment to our clients while ensuring our employees feel secure and empowered in their work. We take excellent care of our team, so they may have the freedom and confidence to focus on their missions and provide nothing but the best output on the work site and at home.

ATSG Corporation is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination. Visit for more information. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.

We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.

Application Requirements

All applications must be submitted in .pdf, .doc, or .docx format.

Applications and resumes for this position are only accepted via electronic submission through ATSG Corporation’s Consolidated Applicant Tracking System (CATS).

Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted.

The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from their electronic application and/or resume.