Overview

Central Research, Inc. (CRI) has an exciting opportunity available for a Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager to work for our Federal customer in Washington, D.C. contingent based on award of contract.The Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager shall support the customer under the general guidance of the customer and the Contract Program Manager. The Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager will perform a wide range of activities involved in carrying out the customer's responsibilities for meeting the training needs of employees, including civil service, foreign service, contract, and other personnel. The Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager will also serve as acting Program Manager in the absence of the PM. Specifically, the Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager will be involved in designing, testing, distributing, and updating training materials related to visa support operations. The Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager shall maintain the contract Training Plan. The Deputy Program Manager / Training Manager shall train personnel to the level that will ensure that personnel using the materials and systems are operationally self-sufficient without the aid of the Contractor. Responsibilities & Duties:Serve as Acting Program Manager in the absence of the PMCoordinate and present training to government personnel and contractor staff and maintain and make available all training materialsMaintain a current collection of internal and external training resources. Prepare training reports and individual training recordsCoordinate, reserve, and evaluate external training programs and/or conferencesConduct training needs assessments and respond to training requests identified by managers. Determine staff skill levels and training needs using various methods: review of quality assurance data, needs assessment surveys, participant course evaluations, employee feedback, and management feedbackPrepare and create audio visual materials, manuals, handbooks, job aids, and other training materials as neededIdentify and organize speakers or presenters from within and outside of customer staff, if necessaryAnalyze participation response, develop findings, and make recommendations Coordinate and develop training packagesProvide updates and refresher training as program, regulatory or policy changes are implementedDevelop a mechanism to track employee training needs by individualsIn coordination with customer, respond to requests for subject matter expert speakers for courses at other locationsConsult with other groups on training as necessary or when required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree 1 year as a manager or deputy manager of a team on a federal or commercial contract, valued at $10M annually or more, that provides professional services.4 years of experience that demonstrates accomplishment of experience coordinating training activities.5 years of experience utilizing a variety of office software, specifically: MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Excel, MS SharePoint, and MS OutlookTop Secret security clearanceExperience in the field of expertise required by this contract Preferred Qualifications:PMP certificationExperience in coordinating, designing, delivering, maintaining, and evaluating training programsExperience identifying and implementing telework/hybrid work environment best practices for direct hire and contract managers and employees. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Demonstrated experience in Federal Government contract managementAbility to prepare management, business, and technical personnel reports, reviews, and documents for internal and external use.Excellent oral and written communication skillsSuperior organizational skills and work ethicAbility to interpret and apply regulatory material Equal Opportunity Employer:Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Know Your Rights Poster can be found here: Please note: We are currently unable to consider applicants residin