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PROGRAM MANAGER (RESEARCH OPERATIONS)

Defense Threat Reduction Agency · Department of Defense

Program Management

Salary
$143,913–$187,093/year
Grade
14
Work location
Telework eligible · Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Schedule
Full-time
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Apply by
Oct 13, 2026
Category
Program Management

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Summary

This position is part of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

Duties

As a PROGRAM MANAGER (RESEARCH OPERATIONS) at the GS-0340-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Senior Technical Authority: Serves as the recognized CBDP science and technology expert inside and outside DTRA, leading future strategic planning, S&T objectives, and long-range plans in support of the JSTO. Program Planning & Management: Exercises delegated authority to oversee planning, direction, and timely execution of the overall execution of the Research Operations Program including specific supporting projects. Stakeholder & Partner Collaboration: Works closely with CBDP component action officers, OSD-level authorities, DoD laboratories, and international partners to coordinate infrastructure plans, sustain core scientific competencies, and address capability gaps. Requirement Translation: Identifies and translates joint military services warfighter requirements and strategic priorities into actionable technical objectives, program plans, and department strategy. Strategic Governance & Representation: Represents JSTO and RD-CB directors at high-level governance bodies to influence public policy and CBDP programs. Program Monitoring: Monitors and reports program progress, maintains comprehensive project files, and coordinates strategic workforce planning to optimize chemical and biological defense S&T planning efforts.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

How you will be evaluated

We will review your resume and supporting documents, to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and evaluate your relevant work experiences as it relates to fundamental competencies, identified below, required for this position.Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp): To receive this preference, you must choose to apply using the " Appointment of Military Spouses (5 CFR 315.612) (NonComp Mil Sp)" eligibility. If you are claiming Military Spouse eligibility and are determined to be Well Qualified (score of 85 or above) for the position, you will be referred to the hiring manager. Information and required documentation for claiming Military Spouse eligibility may be found at the General Applicant Information and Definitions link below. Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible:- Submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible:- You must provide a signed Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist, DD3145-1 (whs.mil), a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF) 50 effecting the placement in retained grade status; or a copy of the notification letter you received regarding the RIF or classification downgrade.

About this listing

Defense Threat Reduction Agency has 8 open listings on the site: all telework eligible. This one is telework eligible, based in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. See all Defense Threat Reduction Agency listings, or read what fully remote and telework eligible mean.

Advertised pay is $143,913 to $187,093 a year. That covers GS-14 on the General Schedule, where pay also depends on step and locality; how GS pay works.

This announcement is open for 12 days, from Oct 1, 2026 to Oct 13, 2026. Among currently open Program Management postings, the typical advertised window is about 14 days. As of Oct 7, 2026, it closes in 6 days.

Who can apply: the public (U.S. citizens), plus military spouses and National Guard and Reserve technicians. The announcement's "This job is open to" section has the exact eligibility rules.

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