Serco

Mission Support SME- Washington, DC

Serco$125K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active DoD Secret security clearance
  • Master's degree in a related technical field
  • 20+ years of relevant DoD work experience
  • Knowledge of DoD functions and able to work with senior executives
  • Experience in strategy formulation and DoD resource planning
  • Expert knowledge of OSD, Joint Staff, and Military Departments' policies
  • Ability to analyze complex factors in decision-making process

Responsibilities

  • Perform high-visibility aspects of the SPD client's programs
  • Provide strategic advice and technical guidance to project staff
  • Offer creative recommendations for portfolio management improvements
  • Analyze and develop options for various functional improvements
  • Supervise studies and lead surveys for data collection and analysis

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust vacation and sick leave benefits
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Birt, adoption, and parental leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan
Full Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications

As theSenior Subject Matter Expert/Functional Area Expert (SME/FAE) in facilities portfolio management with Serco, you will provide technical and analytical expertise to support the evolving needs of the Department of Defense (DoD) Washington Headquarters Service (WHS) in the acquisition and management of its diverse portfolio of facilities space and real property assets.

Daily work is conducted as an integrated team member of the Space Portfolio Division (SPD) of the WHS Facilities Services Directorate (FSD) that performs acquisition and management of a diverse portfolio of over 16 million square feet of office, warehouse, and special use space across the National Capital Region (NCR).

Work location is in the Alexandria/DC metropolitan area.

This position is contingent upon the ability to maintain/transfer an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.

In this role, you will:
  • Perform high-visibility or mission critical aspects of the SPD client's programs. Independently perform functional duties and oversee efforts of less senior staff.
  • Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and expertise to program and project staff.
  • In response to client-directed or mission critical challenges, provide creative recommendations for portfolio management improvements or optimization supported by detailed analysis and evaluation.
  • Assist in analyzing and developing improvement options for functions to include human resources, budget development and execution, logistics, facilities management, administrative security, and contract management.
  • Supervise studies and lead surveys to collect and analyze data.


To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • An active DoD Secret security clearance.
  • A Master's degree in related technical field.
  • 20+ years of relevant work experience in DoD.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of responsibilities, functions, and operations of all DoD organizations, and ability to work collaboratively with senior executives across Military Departments, DoD organizations, and Executive Branch agencies.
  • Experience in strategy formulation, execution, and DoD resource planning.
  • Expert knowledge of OSD, Joint Staff, and Military Departments functional policies, procedures, and techniques in solving senior management challenges by creating innovative and pragmatic solutions or alternative courses of action.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct and effectively integrate analyses of a very broad range of highly complex factors into the decision-making process, including accurate assessments of the institutional environment in which policy alternatives will be considered, selected, and implemented.
  • The ability to travel 10%.

Additional desired experience and skills:
  • OSD, Joint Staff, or Military Service Staff experience.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [redacted] or call the HR Service Desk at [redacted], option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [redacted].

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.Benefits - Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
  • 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan


To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [redacted].

About Serco

Serco Group plc is a British company providing public services. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. The company has four divisions: Health, Justice and Immigration, Transport, and Defence, and operates across the UK and Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Serco primarily provides public services to governments, including the operation of prisons and hospitals, defence and aerospace services, and transport services. The company also provides IT and consultancy services to the public sector. Serco has been involved in a number of controversies, including allegations of overcharging the UK government and mismanagement of contracts.
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50,000 employees
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Founded
1988

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