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• Develops program tools, service standards, and performance and quality-assurance measures; makes proposals based on projects conducted, including recommendations for improved management practices and operating efficiency; contributes to departmental policies and guidelines.
• Manages program administration through detailed project plans and schedules, including objectives, terms of reference, milestones, project charters, deliverables, reporting, and control mechanisms.
• Conducts research to support program development and best practices; formulates and presents alternate strategies to meet conflicting demands from stakeholders while accommodating changing departmental priorities.
• Directs and coordinates design, development, and implementation of complex interdisciplinary program activities; leads teams in identifying and analyzing major issues and responding to sensitive inquiries from senior officials.
• Provides advice and guidance to senior management; evaluates issue sensitivity, determines priorities, and recommends courses of action.
• Participates in accountability activities; monitors program results, identifies issues, collaborates on solutions, and advises senior management.
• Designs and implements communication plans; maintains ongoing communication with senior managers to align evolving goals and priorities.
• Develops and maintains liaison with senior officials; consults with federal departments on emerging issues.
• Leads departmental and interdepartmental teams; represents the Department at meetings and committees to address horizontal issues and resolve matters.
• Directs and supervises work unit staff.

• Dexterity and coordination to operate computer equipment with speed and precision under tight deadlines.
• In-depth knowledge of program-related processes, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices for program/service delivery management.
• Research and analytical methods for program analysis, studies, and project management.
• Techniques for developing and implementing departmental policies, procedures, standards, and management tools.
• Methods for analyzing, monitoring, and tracking information.
• Environmental scanning processes for strategic planning and priority setting.
• Roles, policies, and guidelines of central agencies for operational planning and reporting.
• Interrelationships between departmental programs, public policies, and impacts on strategic and operational plans.
• Networking and negotiation skills for inter/intra-departmental and external collaboration.
• Written communication skills for reports, briefing notes, and communication tools.
• Conflict resolution and consultation skills for managing stakeholder relationships.
• Presentation and facilitation skills for meetings, committees, and working groups.
• Management practices for directing and training staff.

• Able to obtain and maintain a Government Secret Level Clearance
• Able to go onsite in the NRC 5 days a week 

*Our recruitment systems include artificial intelligence–enabled tools; however, AI is not used to screen, evaluate, or make decisions about applicants for this role.

*Unless otherwise stated, all job postings reflect a current vacancy at the time of publication.

Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.