Vice President, West Coast Operations Center Manager (DoD)

Sellers & Associates, LLC (S&A) is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) that provides effective and affordable Programmatic and Engineering Support Services and Solutions to our Government and Commercial Clients. We work directly with our clients taking the time to understand their culture and requirements designing a custom solution tailored to meet their unique needs at an affordable price without sacrificing quality. Our specialties include Program/Engineering Management, Training/Training Technology, Technology/Product Development Strategy and Analysis, Project Management (Cost, Schedule, Scope & Quality), and Strategic Planning applied within our clients' unique domains and context.

We have Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match. Long/Short Term Disability and Life Insurance. 25 days of PTO per year. Employees may choose to work or take PTO on Federal Holidays (pending contract requirements). We also offer a TRICARE Supplement Insurance Package as well as Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for areas of study relevant to employee position responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth.

Job Title / Labor Category Title

Vice President, West Coast Operations Center Manager (DoD)

Location

San Diego, CA 92110 US (Primary)

Security Clearance Requirements

Secret

Job Description

Sellers & Associates, LLC has an opening for Vice President of West Coast OperationsinSan Diego, CA (on-site).

The VP of West Coast Operations is responsible for overseeing and leading the activities associated with S&A's West Coast operations including overseeing the successful execution of prime and sub-contracts, building S&A's West Coast footprint to deliver solutions to Government customers by identifying opportunities for growth and driving the Operations Center pipeline development. This individual must have knowledge and understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS) markets, as well as Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR), Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), and Commander Naval Surface Forces Pacific Fleet (CNSP) organizations.

The VP of West Coast Operations will apply proven project/program management principles and methodologies to all projects/programs from initiation through planning and execution. This individual is responsible for the management, development, and mentorship of all personnel within the Operations Center.

Responsibilities:

• Drive collaboration across the organization to identify needs and develop scalable solutions.
• Prioritize objectives and implement strategies to achieve company initiatives as part of the leadership team.
• Lead Operations Center pipeline and growth development including the capture planning strategy, call-plan development and execution, proposal readiness, and proposal development.
• Manage transition and stand-up of prime contract awards in accordance with contract requirements and proposed transition plan.
• Deploy data and research to drive cross-business corporate prioritization.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of DoD and DHS markets to Operations Center growth strategies.
• Apply organizational knowledge and understanding of NAVWAR, NIWC, and CNSP in growth and execution strategies.
• Oversee successful execution of prime and sub contracts within the Operations Center, ensuring each contract/project delivers high-quality task execution, monitors and controls costs identifies and mitigates risks, engages customers and stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with key clients and partners; Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve mutual goals.
• Form and lead internal teams, providing training and mentorship as needed.
• Directly and indirectly manage staff with the goal of enhancing professional development and personal growth.
• Manage and coordinate Operation Center strategies and activities.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of organization policies, practices, procedures, and attainment of operating goals.
• Assign or delegate responsibility for specified work or functional activities.
• Disseminates policies and objectives to supervisors/staff.
• Organize personnel and resources for effective execution of the Operation Center's requirements.
• Direct work, address issues, resolve problems, prepare schedules, and set deadlines to ensure timely completion of work.
• Evaluate current procedures and practices for accomplishing Operations Center objectives to develop and implement improved procedures and practices.
• Ensure adequate training of staff and employee compliance to organization's policies and practices.
• Coordinate Operation Center activities with related activities of other departments.
• Monitor and analyze costs; prepare Operations Center budget.
• Prepare reports and records on department activities for management.
• Initiate or authorize employee hire, promotion, discharge, or transfer.

Salary information below is a general guide only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as business and market considerations.

Salary Range:$150,000 - $200,000

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance required; Top Secret preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in Government Contracting overseeing a portfolio of projects, programs, or contracts.
• 10+ years of experience managing, supervising, and mentoring personnel required.
• 5+ years of experience with pipeline development, capture management, and proposal development required.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) markets.
• Demonstrated experience associated with the NAVWAR, NIWC, and CNSP organizations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

Travel %

20 - 30%

Sellers and Associates, LLC is an E-Verify company and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.