About the opportunity
The Supervisory Program Manager serves as the senior USACE Project Manager and delegated program authority for the Fighter Town Recapitalization (FTR) Program within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Pacific Ocean Division, Alaska District. The incumbent acts as Chief of the JBER Program Division, providing major recommendations that impact the Alaska District’s organization, resourcing, and project management. Responsibilities include supervising a multidisciplinary team of program managers, engineers, construction professionals, and support staff, as well as providing executive-level advisory support to USACE leadership regarding program execution, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategies.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $167,282 – $197,200 per annum (includes locality pay)
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs authorized
- Incentives may be authorized on a case-by-case basis
- Federal employee benefits package
Who can apply?
- Must meet one of the specific employment authority categories (e.g., current Department of Army Civilian Employees, military spouses, veterans, or priority placement program eligibles)
- Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level
- Specialized experience includes managing major project segments in military construction or infrastructure programs and providing technical briefings to senior management
- Must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade)
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must register for Selective Service
Required documents
- Resume (maximum two pages, including specific work details)
- Proof of eligibility to apply (e.g., SF-50, military orders, or other documentation based on the selected authority)
- Cover letter (optional)
- Most recent performance appraisal (if applicable)
- Time-in-grade documentation (if applicable)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 2026-09-15
How to apply
- Review the full announcement and required documentation
- Click the 'Apply Online' button on the USAJOBS portal
- Complete the online application questionnaire
- Attach all required supporting documentation
- Submit the application package by the deadline
- Complete the USA Hire Assessments if notified via email after submission (must be completed within 48 hours of the announcement closing)
Additional information
- This position requires a one-year probationary period
- Requires submission of a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450)
- Direct deposit of pay is required
- Reasonable accommodation requests for assessments must be made prior to starting the assessment
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current Department of Army Civilian Employees or veterans with GS-14 level experience.
- Professionals with a proven track record in managing major military construction project segments.
- Leaders capable of supervising multidisciplinary teams of engineers and construction professionals.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, which will require relocation for those not currently based there.
- Applicants must meet strict federal employment authority categories and time-in-grade requirements.
- A Public or Confidential Financial Disclosure Report is required for this position.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a high-level leadership role for those seeking to manage large-scale infrastructure programs and provide executive-level advisory support within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Our take
Experienced federal project managers with a background in military construction and U.S. citizenship are the ideal candidates for this leadership role.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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