Job Description

Would you like join a team that shares knowledge, encourages learning, creativity and career growth?

Do you have a keen interest in providing top notch operation and security support in a dynamic and rich R&D environment? 

Do you thrive in a dynamic, high-energy, customer-focused environment? Do you like contributing to project and program management.

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our team at APL. We are seeking a Program Operations Coordinator to help us manage day-to-day internal and external obligations. As a member of our team, you will contribute to the overall success of the program and Mission Area. We are passionate about the work we do and strive to deliver high quality and timely products to our sponsors. We seek to foster a highly collaborative, fulfilling, and lively environment.

As a Program Operations Coordinator...

• Your primary responsibility will be to provide operational coordination and management across highly classified areas of program execution.
• You will research, create, and establish processes to ensure priorities are completed in a timely and innovative manner to meet program and sponsor requirements.
• You will work closely with Program Managers (PM) to implement business operations through the life-cycle of a program to include proposals, project execution, and close out.
• You will collaborate and represent the program with other APL organizations (security, information technology, contracts, facilities etc.) to ensure successful execution, in matters including but not limited to: project breakthroughs, deadlines, facilities, and security coordination.
• You will work closely and collaborate with the APL security team to support the tracking and coordination of program security related requests with internal and sponsor stakeholders.
• You will monitor and track the status of security service tickets and accounts, ensuring timely follow-up and comprehensive awareness of their progress.
• You will collaborate with sponsors and their representatives to ensure clearances are prepared, oversee the coordination of scheduling, reservations, logistics, and attend meetings to develop and communicate action items.
• You will support the program in the procurement management life-cycle.
• You will develop a high-level understanding of the technical work being performed by the program, the sponsor missions, and be able to adequately convey the impact and importance to others.
• You will effectively collaborate with the Financial Manager (FM) and other Operations Coordinators to foster a highly communicative and collaborative business operations team.
• You will perform other duties as assigned in support of the program.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in business, project management, finance, or a related field.
• Have 3+ years of relevant experience in the areas of project operations or project management with a demonstrated proficiency in tracking, monitoring and updating program schedules, achievements and/or contract deliverables.
• Possess strong communication skills with demonstrated experience in effectively communicating with all levels of management and government officials.
• Are willing and able to work full time onsite at the JHU/APL campus and/or the sponsor site.
• Demonstrated capability to independently analyze, summarize and make recommendations on processes, procedures and project operations activities.
• Have experience in support of a Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environment.  
• Have prior experience working on classified DoD or IC programs and familiarity with associated security protocols.
• Hold an active TS/SCI+poly security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. 

You will exceed our minimum requirements if you...

• Have 5+ years of relevant experience in the areas of project operations or project management with a demonstrated proficiency in tracking, monitoring and updating program schedules, milestones and/or contract deliverables.
• Are knowledgeable and experienced with APL systems and processes.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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