Project Management Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States
About the Team
Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a division of Cherokee Federal, a network of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for over 60 federal clients, our mission is to build a brighter future, solve complex challenges, and serve the government with compassion and heart.
We are a military-friendly employer, and veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are strongly encouraged to apply.
About the Role
The Program Management Specialist Jr. supports the Threat Systems Management Office (TSMO) in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. In this role, you will manage the development, coordination, and tracking of Army Support Agreements, ensuring they meet fiscal law requirements and align with Army policy and audit readiness standards.
You will serve as a key liaison, facilitating approval processes with legal, Program Management staff, and HQ stakeholders. Your day-to-day involves drafting support agreement documentation, maintaining dashboards and reporting tools, and preparing executive-level briefings on agreement status, risks, and milestones. Success in this position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities while building strong relationships with Project Managers and external customers to ensure smooth agreement execution.
Eligibility & Clearance
This position is restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. An active Top-Secret (TS) clearance is required to start. Candidates must provide documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency status to qualify.
Hiring Process
Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications administered by Cherokee Federal. Selected applicants will proceed through the standard hiring workflow for federal contracting roles.
Equal Opportunity
Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States
Huntsville, Alabama
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview, edit, and track Army Support Agreements for accuracy and compliance
- check_circleEnsure agreements meet fiscal law requirements and align with Army policy
- check_circleCoordinate requirements and draft support agreement documentation
- check_circleFacilitate approval processes with legal, Program Management staff, and HQ stakeholders
- check_circleTrack agreements against ASA and FM&C policies and thresholds
- check_circleMaintain and update Support Agreement trackers, dashboards, and reporting tools
- check_circleAssist with implementation and execution of G-Invoicing processes
- check_circleMonitor timelines to ensure agreements are approved prior to mission execution
- check_circlePrepare charts and briefing materials for leadership on agreement status and risks
Requirements
- verifiedActive Top-Secret clearance
- verifiedU.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or related field
- verified2+ years of experience in program management, financial operations, or administrative processes within government or defense
- verifiedExperience with Army Support Agreements
- verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Excel
- verifiedExperience with G-Invoicing processes
- verifiedFamiliarity with ASA (ALT) and FM&C policies
- verifiedKnowledge of federal financial management and reimbursable agreement processes
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFull time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Top-Secret Clearance, Excel, Office 365, G-Invoicing, Program Management, Compliance, Fiscal Law, Army Support Agreements, Asa, FM&C.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal
What does a Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal do?expand_more
A Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal is responsible for the following: Review, edit, and track Army Support Agreements for accuracy and compliance; Ensure agreements meet fiscal law requirements and align with Army policy; Coordinate requirements and draft support agreement documentation; and Facilitate approval processes with legal, Program Management staff, and HQ stakeholders.
What are the requirements for this Project Management Specialist role?expand_more
Cherokee Federal is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Active Top-Secret clearance; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident; Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or related field; 2+ years of experience in program management, financial operations, or administrative processes within government or defense; Experience with Army Support Agreements; and Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Excel.
Where is the Project Management Specialist role at Cherokee Federal located?expand_more
Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal is based in 1267, Hermitage Avenue Southeast, Echols Hill, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Project Management Specialist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Cherokee Federal has listed this Project Management Specialist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Project Management Specialist role?expand_more
Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Project Management Specialist role at Cherokee Federal?expand_more
Key skills for Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal include Top-Secret Clearance; Excel; Office 365; G-Invoicing; Program Management; Compliance; Fiscal Law; and Army Support Agreements.
What education is required for Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, or related field required.
What category does the Project Management Specialist role belong to?expand_more
Project Management Specialist at Cherokee Federal is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.