Senior Project Manager

Overview:

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll take on a pivotal role in revolutionizing the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) approach to communication, directly contributing to the success of its ambitious new Strategic Operating Plan. Imagine spearheading initiatives that transform the way the IRS engages with millions of citizens through its notices and letters, making a significant impact on one of the nation's most critical processes: revenue collection. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain unparalleled experience in evaluating, redesigning, and rewriting essential communications, ultimately enhancing the IRS's service to the United States and its citizens. Join us and be at the forefront of a mission that shapes the nation's future!

This is a remote position that will not require the employee to relocate. Monday - Friday, normal business hours.

• Coordinating and communicating with stakeholders, facilitating meetings, reporting on progress made, tracking project risks and issues, and giving executive briefings
• Preparing and delivering ad hoc presentations and briefings as requested by the IRS
• Tracking deliverable deadlines and ensure project staff meet them
• Ensuring staff maintain a balanced workload, meeting quality assurance surveillance plan targets, and complying with the requirements of the performance work statement (PWS)
• Communicating with the appropriate IRS officials to ensure they are happy with the performance of contract staff
• Ensuring deliverables comply with the PWS requirements
• Developing a project management plan (PMP) that includes sufficient time for completing tasks and obtaining approval from the Office of Management and Budget and other government approval authorities
• Developing and giving presentations to the Correspondence Leadership Council and other stakeholders
• Meeting with the IRS to discuss the results of tests, focus groups, and surveys
• Managing, planning, supporting, and coordinating day‐to‐day project activities and requirements
• Ensuring the accomplishment of project objectives within prescribed time frames
• Collecting and analyzing performance metrics and identify ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the work being performed

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, business management, business administration, or a similar field of study
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role
• Strong communication, coordination, customer service, management, and leadership skills
• Experience managing a staff of around 5–10 employees
• Experience tracking project deliverables, risks, issues, finances, and expenditures
• Experience communicating with business executives and/or federal government leadership, including giving presentations to such executives/leaders
• Experience collaborating with others to effectively manage and administer a successful federal government program is desired
• A Master's degree in public policy, public administration, business management, business administration, or a similar field of study is desired
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar federal civilian or contractor position is desired

FedWriters is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

At FedWriters, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. As part of our rapidly growing company, you'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off