Program Scheduler

Job description

Program Scheduler

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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**The Opportunity:**
As a Program Scheduler on our team, you will be responsible for task management and enterprise execution of the Program’s site Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

This role involves developing and managing schedules, aggregating schedules from other contracts, and preparing performance metrics in conjunction with project managers.

You will provide detailed and accurate reports and data sets with short turnaround times, leveraging familiarity with work breakdown structures.

**_This position is onsite in a classified environment in VA._**

**Responsibilities:**

+ Meet with project teams, change managers, and service integrators to develop baseline schedules, updates, and recovery schedules.
+ Track and update schedules from project inception to completion.
+ Prepare and explain performance metrics for program management.
+ Routinely monitor and provide awareness of schedule milestones and deliverables for all project phases.
+ Create, monitor, and analyze project schedules in accordance with Government standards of best practice.
+ Organize, implement, and maintain scheduling management systems to support identified projects and their plans.
+ Assist in setting up tasks and sub-tasks to ensure satisfactory realization of project requirements as scheduled.
+ Interact with customers and project staff to schedule work and coordinate assignments.
+ Maintain and assist with project schedules.
+ Define scope of work with project teams to develop and update detailed schedules, cost information, and identification of variances from the original plan.
+ Evaluate project schedule progress and performance, identifying developing problem areas.
+ Analyze critical paths and constraints to determine effects of changes to schedules and recommend workarounds.
+ Develop and update weekly short-interval schedules in collaboration with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders.
+ Support stakeholders in maintaining timely and effective change management processes, procedures, and systems.
+ Conduct analysis to determine alternative courses of action or recovery for slipped schedules.
+ Assist teams in developing and maintaining periodic status reports to keep management informed on program progress.
+ Identify and communicate significant schedule risks to staff and management.
+ Document identified project risks, mitigations, and outcomes based on team input.

**Qualifications:**
_Required :_

+ Bachelor’s degree (Arts or Science) in a related field equivalent experience.
+ Minimum of 7 years of experience with project scheduling using Microsoft Project or similar commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) scheduling tools.
+ Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
+ Ability to facilitate meetings with Program and Government personnel.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure efficient and accurate schedule development and updates.
+ Detail-oriented and organized.
+ Extensive knowledge of MS Product Suite, including Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
+ Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
+ Experience with using Confluence/JIRA

_Desired:_

+ Ability to prepare and conduct briefings to diverse audiences.
+ Ability to create project documentation.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately.

However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available.

Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
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**What You Can Expect:**

**A culture of integrity.**

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do.

As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

**An environment of trust.**

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day.

You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

**A focus on continuous growth.**

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

**Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

(https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

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**Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$94,400 - $198,200

_CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._

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