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Program Manager #5447

Senate

Legislative Branch

Fresh

Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Salary

$102,745 - $173,959

per year

Closes

April 23, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This role involves leading security and emergency programs for the U.S.

Senate, including planning projects, managing risks, and coordinating with teams to keep operations running smoothly during crises.

It's ideal for someone with experience in security or emergency management who thrives in high-pressure environments and can handle detailed planning and communication.

The job requires being on call for emergencies and working irregular hours to support essential Senate services.

Key Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in security, emergency management, and/or continuity
  • Knowledge of project management principles including budgeting, scheduling, staffing, risk management, and requirements analysis
  • Ability to develop and implement short- and long-range project plans, completing them on time and within budget
  • Proficiency in conducting research, preparing analytic reports, analyzing complex issues, and making recommendations
  • Strong communication skills and effective use of Microsoft Office suite
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
  • Availability for sudden recall, deployment up to 30 days, and work during lapses, inclement weather, holidays, weekends, and late nights

Full Job Description

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Program Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ.

This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Other Duties/ Responsibilities Required to be available at all times for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community and deployment to alternate locations for up to 30 days, as necessary.

Required Work Experience 5-8 years of experience in Security, Emergency Management and/ or continuity.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

Knowledge of principles, theories, methods, and practices of project management including budgeting, scheduling, staffing, risk management and requirements analysis.

Ability to develop and implement both short- and long-range project plans. Ability to complete projects on time and within budget. Ability to conduct research and prepare analytic reports.

Ability to analyze complex issues and make recommendations for action. Ability to communicate effectively. Microsoft Office suite utilization. Desired Qualifications Experience working on Capitol Hill.

Experience with physical security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and executing mitigations to reduce risk. Previous physical security training and/or certifications.

Previous program and/or project management experience. Self-motivated with effective problem-solving skills and high attention to detail. Strong customer service skills.

Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S.

Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate.

As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Sedentary (carrying items less than 25 pounds).

Security Clearance This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S.

citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance. Major Duties:

Applies general program management practices and principals. Acts as the lead point of contact and subject matter expert for assigned programs.

Plans, directs, and executes programs to include developing supporting materials, policies, procedures, agreements, and other programmatic materials and publications.

Identifies issues, develops solutions, and advocates for corrective actions to ensure sound program management.

Develops and presents various publications including briefings and reports to various audiences. Coordinates with stakeholders and other relevant entities.

Provides customer-focused care to the Senate community on matters related to their respective areas of responsibility. Other duties, as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/10/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: req935