Deputy Program Manager - CIWT Waterfront Training Delivery Program

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Deputy Program Manager to support the Program Manager in executing all contract requirements, with a specialized focus on course management, instructor coordination, training equipment readiness, and synchronization of daily operations across CIWT’s multi-site training environment. The DPM acts as the operational bridge between the Program Manager, Training Managers, and instructional staff to ensure seamless course delivery and timely response to dynamic training demands. This position will be located in Pensacola, FL, and will be a fully remote position.

Responsibilities

Creates integrated project plans for contract deliverables and new products in development projects. Manages a project team comprised of a multidisciplinary staff. Reviews, manages, and controls the status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem-solving with team members and line managers. Generally reports to a Program Manager.

• Serve as the daily operational lead for coordinating course schedules, instructor assignments, and training resource availability across CIWT training sites.

   

• Maintain close and consistent communication with CIWT Training Managers at all IWTC locations to address emerging scheduling issues, instructor surge requirements, and facility readiness challenges.

   

• Track and manage master course schedules, ensuring real-time updates and alignment with CIWT forecasted convenes and staffing availability.

   

• Support the Program Manager in monitoring operational performance, maintaining full visibility into course execution status, and resolving potential shortfalls in advance of impact.

   

• Validate instructor credentials and availability to ensure staffing aligns with course-specific requirements listed in the PWS.

   

• Collaborate with site leads and government stakeholders to identify curriculum gaps, suggest course improvements, and support updates to training materials in coordination with SMEs.

   

• Support the timely and complete submission of deliverables, including Course Completion Reports, Contract Status Reports, and meeting documentation.

   

• Respond to instructor surge requests, coordinate temporary staffing realignments, and manage logistics for short-notice course additions.

   

• Assist in conducting internal quality reviews, ensuring all training support activities meet CIWT and QASP standards for delivery and documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 2-5 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: Secret

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing Navy course schedules, instructor teams, or operational training programs—preferably in shipboard systems or information warfare domains.

   

• Strong familiarity with CIWT instructional environments, including eNTRS, CeTARS, and associated Navy training systems.

   

• Experience collaborating with government Training Managers and site leads to solve real-time delivery issues.

   

• Proven ability to manage distributed teams, coordinate across time zones, and balance competing demands under tight timelines.

   

• Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting course reviews, curriculum updates, or instructor development initiatives is a plus.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

 

What You Can Expect

 

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
  • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
  • Camera must be on
  • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
  • Enhanced