Head Start Monitoring- Project Manager

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, ISN Corporation is a nationwide provider of specialized professional services to Federal government agencies. ISN's portfolio includes work with over 100 Federal agencies.

ISN Corporation has been awarded a place in the Washington Business Journal's list of the 50 Fastest Growing Government Contractors. ISN is was also on the Business Inc. Magazine's 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies for two years.

We are looking for an energetic, self-starting, organized, detail-oriented candidate with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment to join our team.

ISN Corporation, a federal government contractor located in Bethesda, MD, is looking for an experienced Project Manager (PM) to support a Head Start Contract. The PM will plan, execute and manage the activities in accordance to the contract to ensure Early Head Start and Head Start program objectives, and deliverables are successfully met.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  
• Experience managing implementation projects in the early childhood education, healthcare or related area 
• Lead Head Start Team with executing coordinated organization, direction and implementation of complex projects and integration of Knowledge Areas, with an initial focus on Scope, Schedule, Cost, resources and Risks  
• Track and manage all Regional Office (RO) activities, timelines, resources, outcomes, etc 
• Plan, execute, monitor and modify Early Head Start and Head Start program work and processes via a detailed plan; assume responsibility for the program deliverables and results.
• Prepare and maintain Head Start tracking tools to identify competing deadlines and ensure timely completion of deliverables; 
• Document and maintains Head Start project work plan, meetings, decisions, work change orders, project deliverables, progress reports, schedules, and other pertinent reports. 
• Develop and implement a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and/or Corrective Action Plan (CAP) that addresses root causes of the areas of noncompliance and deficiencies with all applicable Head Start policies and procedures
• Prepare timely and accurate Monthly Status Reports, Task Summary Reports, and other reports as required by the client.
• Improvement of program oversight and management in areas of concern identified 
• Maintain and update Head Start document management sites 
• Prepare and deliver status reports as required by the program    
• Develop a clear and well-defined communication plan that considers all stakeholders
• Ensure staff understand their duties and are aware of performance expectations and deadlines.
• Monitor staff productivity and work quality; provide regular on-going and constructive feedback, and supportive coaching.

Experience: 

• Minimum six (6) years of Project Management experience managing client services projects of the size, scope and complexity like this project
• 6+ years’ experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with HS/EHS programs and the development and implementation of comprehensive management systems
• Ability/experience in successfully developing, implementing and managing/improving complex, high profile, multi-faceted projects including experience in implementing quality assurance systems that improved the provision of client services
• Ability to review, aggregate, and present data gathered from multiple sources
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite and leading work execution/project platforms and tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.) 

•  Masters in Early Childhood Education preferred
•  Bachelor's degree and 6+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.   
•  Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (or equivalent) preferred. 
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills required.   
•  Change management experience highly desirable.   

ISN Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ISN Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ISN Corporation is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation before beginning employment.