Deputy Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSUMMARYParagon Professional Services, LLC, is currently seeking a highly qualified Project Manager for the oversight of three site locations within the New England area (Burlington MA, Harford CT, and Dover NH). The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, developing, and implementing security policies and procedures, and managing a team of security professionals. Travel may be required.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.Act for the Project Manager in his or her absence (the Deputy Project Manager has the same responsibilities as the Project Manager when acting in that role).Manage and coordinate Transportation Operations for federal contract in accordance with PBNDS 2011, ACA Standards, ICE Policies and Procedures, USDOT/FMCSA, and state regulations as they relate to Armed Transportation.Manage daily operations at three site locations (Burlington MA, Harford CT, and Dover NH) under the ICE Contract.Provide direction to the workforce to achieve and document ICE and ERO metrics.Act as primary liaison with ICE Officials and meet with the COR to review performance and to plan improvements.Ensure all company plans are executed.Ensure delivery of required reports.Ensure the annual review of emergency plans and post orders.Ensure contract compliance through close supervision of Operations and Administration.Draft replies to client-identified performance concerns; devise Plans of Action to address identified performance discrepancies.Oversee the administration and supervision of federal detainees, ensure that contract staff observe all rights and privileges afforded to detainees.Review investigations conducted on all incidentsAbility to travel periodically to conduct site visits and assist the Operations Manager.Track Deliverables; providing required reports.Oversee a training program (Initial, OJT, Quarterly Firearms, Annual Refresher and Non-Lethal Weapons) that maintains the currency of all employee training requirements and certifications; provide documentation to the Operations Manager and the COR.Ensure employee training meets or exceeds ICE 2011 PBNDS/ACA standards.Update and submit the Training Plan and Training Schedules at the required intervals for submittal to the COR.Review all monthly Officer inspection forms and yearly staff evaluations.Ensure all employee time is entered into Deltek correctly; approve bi-weekly electronic timesheets.Travel to various worksites required, as needed.· Must be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week.QUALIFICATIONS – EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications (applies to both this section and KSAO’s)· Ability to receive and maintain a Public Trust Clearance or higher.· High School Diploma / GED. Associate’s degree or certification in any of these related fields [Criminal Justice, Business Management, Human Resources); or at least 5 years of related industry experience and have knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures for government contract billing and human resources. Degree requirements may be met by work experience or the completion of a career development program that includes work related experience and training.Five years performing on a security contract,Three years managing a Security Contract (armed and Unarmed)Valid Driver’s License for the State you reside in.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other CharacteristicsStrong communication skills; verbal and written.Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite programs such as WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint.Strong organizational skills.Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance and DoD Secret or higher clearance.Ability to monitor/assess performance of self, other individuals, and organizations to make improvements or task corrective action.Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.· Public Trust Clearance and DoD Secret or higher clearance.· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or substantial and credible law enforcement, military or business management experience that demonstrates his or her capacity to effectively manage a security force of the size and scope as described in the Scope of Work.· Prior experience with a government contractor or other government entity and understanding of law enforcement and corrections.NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS· This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily in a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES· Hires and supervises direct reports.ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORSAs a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain the appropriate clearance levels required and be able to obtain access to military installations.Shareholder Preference. BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.Bering Straits Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr