Job Description
Join our elite team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in El Paso, TX, where your expertise directly impacts national security and community safety. We're urgently seeking a dedicated Federal Program Specialist to oversee critical cross-border initiatives with remote flexibility. This is your opportunity to shape federal policies while enjoying competitive benefits and career growth in a mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate federal grant programs supporting border security initiatives
- Analyze complex data to develop policy recommendations for regional security protocols
- Liaise with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure program compliance
- Prepare detailed reports for congressional stakeholders and leadership
- Oversee budget allocation and resource optimization for assigned programs
- Lead cross-functional teams on emergency response and crisis management
- Implement remote work protocols for distributed team collaboration
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field
- Minimum 3 years federal government program management experience
- Active U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance
- Proficiency in federal grant management systems (e.g., GSA MAX)
- Advanced analytical skills with data visualization tools
- Experience with cross-agency coordination in homeland security
- Strong written/verbal communication for stakeholder reporting
- Ability to work independently in remote settings with minimal supervision