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Ascension LLC seeks an experienced Training & Change Management professional to support Frederick Community College’s Procurement Centralization and Transformation Initiative under RFP 26-PROC-02.
This is a project-based independent contractor engagement. The selected consultant will provide specialized expertise in training development, stakeholder engagement, and enterprise change management to support FCC’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, COMAR-aligned model.
The consultant will operate independently, managing deliverables, timelines, and methods consistent with agreed-upon project milestones.
Scope of Services
The Training & Change Management Lead will design, develop, and support implementation of a comprehensive training and communication framework to drive adoption of new procurement policies, workflows, governance structures, and compliance requirements.
Services include, but are not limited to:
1. Training Strategy & Curriculum Development
- Develop role-based training curricula aligned with updated procurement policies and workflows
- Design structured learning paths for:
- Procurement & Contracts staff
- Designated Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Faculty and administrative units
- Senior leadership
- Create training materials including:
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Job aids and quick reference guides
- FAQs
- Slide decks and presentation materials
- Instructional videos
- Ensure all external-facing materials are Section 508 compliant
2. Training Delivery & Facilitation
- Facilitate live and virtual training sessions
- Conduct structured Q&A sessions
- Support train-the-trainer efforts for SME network development
- Present regulatory and workflow changes in clear, accessible language
3. Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and execute a stakeholder engagement strategy
- Draft targeted communications for:
- Faculty
- Administrative departments
- Vendor community
- Senior leadership
- Develop a case-for-change narrative
- Identify resistance points and recommend mitigation strategies
- Support executive reporting and steering committee updates
4. Adoption Metrics & Continuous Improvement
- Define training success metrics and adoption indicators
- Track completion rates and feedback
- Recommend improvements based on performance data
- Support reporting aligned to procurement maturity progression
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree preferred) | Strong facilitation and executive-level communication skills | Ability to translate regulatory and operational content into accessible training materials |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum seven (7) years of experience in training development and delivery |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience producing Section 508 compliant materials | Experience supporting enterprise or institutional change initiatives |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting procurement transformation initiatives | Experience in higher education or public sector environments | Familiarity with Maryland COMAR Title 21 or similar regulatory frameworks | Experience developing ERP or eProcurement-related training | Change management certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP) |
Ascension LLC is seeking a systems-oriented, detail-driven Workflow & Process Design Specialist to support a College-wide Procurement Transformation Initiative. This role is central to designing standardized, compliance-driven procurement workflows that align with Maryland COMAR regulations and Oracle PeopleSoft eProcurement functionality.
The ideal candidate is a strategic process architect who can translate policy and governance requirements into practical, ERP-aligned workflows. This individual will play a key role in transitioning a decentralized procurement environment into a centralized, policy-driven, system-enabled model.
This role is critical to ensuring that requisitioning, approvals, sourcing, vendor onboarding, contract routing, and performance tracking processes are standardized, documented, and integration-ready.
Position Summary
The Workflow & Process Design Specialist will design and document future-state procurement workflows, develop RACI matrices, identify compliance checkpoints, and produce integration-ready workflow diagrams aligned with PeopleSoft capabilities.
This individual will work closely with policy specialists, change management leads, procurement SMEs, and ERP stakeholders to ensure that designed processes:
- Align with COMAR Title 21 requirements
- Support Level-3 Procurement Maturity objectives
- Are operationally realistic for a lean procurement team
- Integrate effectively with Oracle PeopleSoft eProcurement
The role requires strong business process reengineering expertise, ERP awareness, and the ability to create clear, implementation-ready documentation.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Design future-state procurement workflows for:
- Requisitioning
- Approval routing
- Competitive sourcing
- Vendor onboarding
- Contract initiation and routing
- Amendments and renewals
- Develop detailed RACI matrices defining roles and responsibilities across:
- Procurement
- SMEs
- Legal
- Finance
- Departmental stakeholders
- Identify compliance checkpoints aligned with COMAR and internal policy controls
- Produce workflow diagrams suitable for ERP and eProcurement integration
- Align workflows with PeopleSoft capabilities, including requisition workflows and approval hierarchies
- Support development of:
- Process controls
- Standard operating procedures
- Internal job aids
- Recommend updates to JotForms and SharePoint to support workflow automation and documentation control
- Contribute to KPI development focused on:
- Cycle time
- Compliance adherence
- Stakeholder adoption
- Process efficiency
- Participate in stakeholder working sessions and validation workshops
- Support documentation that is Section 508 compliant and accessible for campus-wide use
Job Features
| Job Category | Acquisition & Contract Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field | Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement training preferred |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 7 years of business process reengineering experience | Demonstrated experience designing documented workflow diagrams |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience supporting ERP or eProcurement environments (PeopleSoft strongly preferred) | Familiarity with public sector or higher education procurement operations |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience aligning workflows to regulatory frameworks (COMAR or similar state regulations) | Experience in procurement transformation or acquisition lifecycle redesign | Experience designing approval hierarchies within PeopleSoft | PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma certification | Experience developing KPI dashboards or performance measurement frameworks |
Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Policy & Compliance Specialist to lead the regulatory interpretation, policy modernization, and COMAR alignment components of a College-wide Procurement Transformation Initiative supporting Frederick Community College.
This role is critical to the success of FCC’s transition from a decentralized procurement environment to a centralized, policy-driven, COMAR-aligned procurement model as outlined.
The Policy & Compliance Specialist will serve as the primary regulatory architect responsible for:
- Interpreting and operationalizing Maryland COMAR Title 21
- Drafting and modernizing procurement policies
- Developing the Procurement Policy Manual
- Creating a COMAR crosswalk
- Strengthening governance and compliance structures
- Supporting audit-ready documentation and controls
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience drafting procurement policies in regulated environments, ideally within Maryland public institutions or higher education settings. The candidate must be confident advising executive leadership, translating regulatory language into operational policy, and supporting change adoption across diverse stakeholder groups.
This is a mission-critical role that ensures the College’s procurement function operates with legal integrity, transparency, and defensibility.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Policy & Compliance Specialist will support the development of FCC’s centralized procurement governance framework, ensuring full compliance with Maryland COMAR Title 21 and related regulatory requirements.
This role requires an individual who is:
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented
- Skilled in regulatory interpretation
- Comfortable working in structured governance environments
- Capable of translating legal and regulatory language into accessible operational guidance
- Experienced in supporting compliance audits and policy implementation
- Self-driven and effective in complex, multi-phase initiatives
The Specialist will collaborate closely with:
- Project Lead
- Workflow Designer
- Training Lead
- FCC Procurement & Contracts leadership
- Legal counsel
Tools and processes may include:
- COMAR Title 21 regulatory framework
- Policy drafting frameworks
- Governance models and RACI matrices
- Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint)
- Process mapping tools
- Compliance documentation repositories
- Section 508 formatting standards
This role directly supports the RFP requirement for policy development and COMAR alignment.
Day-to-Day / Core Activities
The Policy & Compliance Specialist will:
- Interpret and analyze Maryland COMAR Title 21 procurement requirements
- Draft College-wide Procurement Policy aligned to COMAR
- Develop a comprehensive Procurement Policy Manual
- Create a detailed COMAR crosswalk mapping policy provisions to regulatory citations
- Draft procurement procedures and internal governance guidance
- Recommend updates to procurement thresholds, delegations, and approval authorities
- Review and modernize Terms & Conditions libraries for compliance and risk alignment
- Identify compliance checkpoints and audit controls within workflows
- Support development of contract management procedures
- Collaborate with Workflow Designer to ensure regulatory alignment within future-state workflows
- Develop internal compliance documentation and audit-ready artifacts
- Present policy recommendations to executive leadership and steering committees
- Ensure all deliverables meet Section 508 accessibility requirements
- Support SME framework definition and competency standards
- Participate in stakeholder working sessions and governance discussions
- Assist in responding to compliance-related questions during implementation
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Law, Business, Procurement, or related field | Strong policy drafting and technical writing skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 8 years of experience drafting procurement policies | Demonstrated experience in Maryland COMAR Title 21 (required) |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience developing procurement policy manuals and compliance frameworks | Experience interpreting state, federal, or higher-education procurement regulations | Demonstrated experience supporting compliance programs, audits, or policy implementation |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Direct higher-education procurement policy experience | Experience leading procurement transformation initiatives | Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO), or similar credential | Juris Doctor (JD) or advanced degree in public policy, procurement, or regulatory compliance | Experience drafting governance models and decision-rights frameworks | Experience developing contract management compliance structures | Familiarity with ERP/eProcurement system integration considerations | Experience designing compliance dashboards or KPI tracking frameworks |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to pass background screening | No clearance required | Must adhere to strict confidentiality and data security standards |
Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Procurement Transformation Program Manager to serve as the Project Lead for a College-wide procurement centralization and modernization initiative.
This Independent Contractor will lead Frederick Community College’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, policy-driven, Level-3 standardized procurement environment aligned with Maryland COMAR Title 21 and higher education best practices.
The selected contractor will function as the primary engagement lead responsible for delivering defined project outcomes across governance, policy development, workflow modernization, contract management, and institutional change adoption.
This is a project-based consulting engagement requiring executive-level communication skills, regulatory fluency, and demonstrated success leading complex public-sector procurement transformation initiatives.
Scope of Services
The Project Lead will direct and oversee all phases of the procurement transformation engagement, including:
• Assessment validation and project foundation setting
• Development of a College-wide Procurement Policy
• COMAR Title 21 crosswalk and regulatory alignment
• Governance model and Steering Committee framework establishment
• Future-state procurement workflow and approval design
• Development of internal and external Procurement Manuals
• Terms and Conditions modernization
• Contract management framework design
• KPI framework implementation aligned to Level-3 maturity objectives
• Role-based training strategy and stakeholder adoption support
• Executive reporting and risk mitigation oversight
The contractor is responsible for delivering outcomes aligned with the Performance Work Statement and phased implementation roadmap.
Core Responsibilities
Program Governance & Executive Interface
• Serve as primary College-facing engagement lead
• Establish governance cadence and executive reporting framework
• Develop and manage phased 12–36 month roadmap
• Deliver executive-level briefings and milestone updates
• Maintain RAID logs, project dashboards, and reporting artifacts
Policy & Regulatory Alignment
• Lead development of Procurement Policy aligned to COMAR Title 21
• Develop comprehensive Procurement Policy Manual
• Produce COMAR crosswalk documentation
• Recommend thresholds, delegations, and approval structures
• Ensure compliance with Maryland regulatory requirements
Workflow & Process Modernization
• Direct future-state design for requisitioning, sourcing, approvals, and contracting
• Develop workflow diagrams suitable for ERP/eProcurement integration
• Establish RACI models and internal control checkpoints
• Align workflows with Level-3 maturity capabilities.
Change Management & Institutional Adoption
• Develop stakeholder engagement and communication strategy
• Facilitate executive workshops and SME working sessions
• Coordinate training framework and adoption support
• Mitigate resistance and drive campus-wide behavioral alignment
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement
• Design KPI framework covering compliance, efficiency, and adoption
• Establish measurable success criteria
• Track progress toward Level-3 maturity outcomes
• Implement continuous improvement mechanisms
Contract Management & Risk Oversight
• Develop contract management framework aligned to COMAR
• Strengthen oversight, monitoring, renewal, and closeout practices
• Modernize standardized Terms and Conditions library
• Embed risk mitigation protocols into governance model
Accessibility & Compliance
• Ensure Section 508 compliance across deliverables
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with institutional data requirements
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Procurement, or related field | Strong project management background (PMP preferred)| Capacity to lead institution-wide change initiatives |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 10 years of procurement transformation consulting experience | Minimum 5 years supporting higher education or public-sector institutions |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated expertise in Maryland COMAR Title 21 | Proven experience leading multi-phase institutional transformation initiatives | Experience developing governance frameworks and policy manuals |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree | CPPO or equivalent public procurement certification | Experience with ERP/eProcurement platforms (PeopleSoft preferred) | Experience presenting to Boards or executive leadership | Experience supporting Maryland public institutions | Experience implementing procurement maturity models |
Ascension LLC seeks an experienced Training & Change Management professional to support Frederick Community College’s Procurement Centralization and Transformation Initiative.
This is a project-based independent contractor engagement. The selected consultant will provide specialized expertise in training development, stakeholder engagement, and enterprise change management to support FCC’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, COMAR-aligned model.
The consultant will operate independently, managing deliverables, timelines, and methods consistent with agreed-upon project milestones.
Scope of Services
The Training & Change Management Lead will design, develop, and support implementation of a comprehensive training and communication framework to drive adoption of new procurement policies, workflows, governance structures, and compliance requirements.
Services include, but are not limited to:
1. Training Strategy & Curriculum Development
- Develop role-based training curricula aligned with updated procurement policies and workflows
- Design structured learning paths for:
- Procurement & Contracts staff
- Designated Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Faculty and administrative units
- Senior leadership
- Create training materials including:
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Job aids and quick reference guides
- FAQs
- Slide decks and presentation materials
- Instructional videos
- Ensure all external-facing materials are Section 508 compliant
2. Training Delivery & Facilitation
- Facilitate live and virtual training sessions
- Conduct structured Q&A sessions
- Support train-the-trainer efforts for SME network development
- Present regulatory and workflow changes in clear, accessible language
3. Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and execute a stakeholder engagement strategy
- Draft targeted communications for:
- Faculty
- Administrative departments
- Vendor community
- Senior leadership
- Develop a case-for-change narrative
- Identify resistance points and recommend mitigation strategies
- Support executive reporting and steering committee updates
4. Adoption Metrics & Continuous Improvement
- Define training success metrics and adoption indicators
- Track completion rates and feedback
- Recommend improvements based on performance data
Job Features
| Job Category | Training |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree preferred) | Strong facilitation and executive-level communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum seven (7) years of experience in training development and delivery |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience producing Section 508 compliant materials | Experience supporting enterprise or institutional change initiatives | Ability to translate regulatory and operational content into accessible training materials |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting procurement transformation initiatives | Experience in higher education or public sector environments | Familiarity with Maryland COMAR Title 21 or similar regulatory frameworks | Experience developing ERP or eProcurement-related training | Change management certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP) |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Workflow & Process Design Specialist to support a Procurement Transformation Initiative within a higher education environment.
This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement for a senior-level professional who operates with autonomy, structured methodology, and strong systems-thinking capabilities. The selected contractor will design future-state procurement workflows aligned with Maryland COMAR requirements and Oracle PeopleSoft eProcurement functionality.
The ideal professional is an independent process architect who can translate policy, governance, and compliance requirements into integration-ready workflows that support a transition from decentralized to centralized procurement operations.
Engagement Overview
The Workflow & Process Design Specialist will be responsible for developing documented future-state workflows, RACI matrices, compliance checkpoints, and ERP-aligned process diagrams that support Level-3 procurement maturity objectives.
This engagement requires a professional who can:
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Facilitate structured working sessions with stakeholders
- Produce implementation-ready documentation
- Align workflow design with regulatory and ERP constraints
The contractor will collaborate with policy specialists, procurement SMEs, change management leads, and ERP stakeholders while maintaining independent control over work methods and tools.
Scope of Work / Key Responsibilities
- Design future-state procurement workflows for:
- Requisitioning
- Approval routing
- Competitive sourcing
- Vendor onboarding
- Contract routing, amendments, and renewals
- Develop detailed RACI matrices defining decision rights and accountability across:
- Procurement
- SMEs
- Legal
- Finance
- Department stakeholders
- Identify compliance checkpoints aligned with COMAR and internal governance requirements
- Produce workflow diagrams suitable for ERP and eProcurement integration
- Align workflows with Oracle PeopleSoft capabilities, including requisition workflows and approval hierarchies
- Recommend updates to JotForms and SharePoint to support process automation and documentation controls
- Support development of KPI frameworks measuring:
- Cycle time
- Compliance adherence
- Process efficiency
- Adoption metrics
- Facilitate validation sessions to confirm feasibility and stakeholder alignment
- Deliver documentation in clear, structured, and Section 508 compliant formats
Deliverables May Include
- Future-state workflow diagrams
- Process narratives and SOP documentation
- RACI matrices
- Compliance control mapping
- ERP-aligned process integration diagrams
- KPI framework documentation
- Recommendations memo for system updates (JotForms, SharePoint)
Deliverables and timelines will be defined in the Statement of Work.
Job Features
| Job Category | Acquisition & Contract Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related discipline | Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement training preferred |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 7 years of business process reengineering experience |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience designing structured workflow diagrams | Experience supporting ERP or eProcurement environments (PeopleSoft strongly preferred) | Familiarity with public sector or higher education procurement operations |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting procurement transformation initiatives | Experience aligning workflows with regulatory frameworks such as COMAR | Experience developing approval hierarchies within PeopleSoft | PMP, Lean, or Six Sigma certification | Experience defining process KPIs and performance measurement frameworks |
Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Policy and Compliance Specialist with deep experience drafting procurement policies, interpreting Maryland COMAR Title 21, and aligning institutional procurement practices with regulatory requirements.
This role is critical to supporting Frederick Community College’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, policy-driven, governance-based model. The Specialist will lead the development of procurement policy frameworks, compliance documentation, regulatory crosswalks, and governance language that formally establishes Procurement as the College’s authoritative function.
The ideal candidate brings:
• Higher education procurement policy experience
• Direct experience interpreting Maryland COMAR
• Demonstrated success supporting compliance audits or regulatory implementation
• Ability to translate legal and regulatory language into clear, usable campus guidance
This position is best suited for a seasoned procurement compliance professional who thrives in structured policy environments and can work independently while collaborating with executive stakeholders.
Position Summary
The Policy and Compliance Specialist will serve as the lead architect for procurement policy modernization and regulatory alignment activities under FCC’s Procurement Transformation Initiative.
This contractor will:
• Draft and formalize a College-wide Procurement Policy
• Develop a comprehensive Procurement Policy Manual
• Create a detailed COMAR crosswalk mapping FCC policy to Maryland Title 21
• Recommend threshold updates and delegation structures
• Modernize procurement Terms and Conditions
• Ensure 508-compliant policy documentation
The Specialist must be highly detail-oriented, analytically rigorous, and capable of interpreting regulatory language without overcomplicating operational implementation.
The role requires strong executive communication skills, the ability to defend policy recommendations, and demonstrated comfort operating in environments with evolving governance structures.
Day-to-Day / Phase-Based Activities
• Review and analyze the 2024–2025 procurement assessment findings
• Interpret Maryland COMAR Title 21 and related state procurement statutes
• Draft College-wide Procurement Policy establishing centralized authority
• Develop a Procurement Policy Manual aligned with COMAR
• Create regulatory crosswalk documentation mapping policy sections to COMAR citations
• Recommend procurement thresholds, approval authorities, and delegation structures
• Modernize Terms & Conditions across procurement categories
• Identify regulatory risk gaps and propose mitigation language
• Collaborate with legal counsel to refine policy language
• Support drafting of internal vs. external policy distinctions
• Participate in stakeholder working sessions
• Revise documentation based on leadership feedback
• Ensure all materials meet Section 508 accessibility requirements
• Prepare executive-ready briefing materials
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree required (Public Administration, Business, Law, or related field) | Strong written and executive communication skills | Demonstrated experience developing procurement compliance frameworks | Strong written and executive communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 8+ years of experience drafting procurement policies |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Direct experience interpreting state, federal, or higher education procurement requirements | Demonstrated experience supporting compliance audits or regulatory implementation | Experience drafting governance language and approval hierarchies | Experience developing COMAR-aligned or state regulatory crosswalks |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Direct experience with Maryland COMAR Title 21 (strongly preferred) | Higher education procurement transformation experience | Experience modernizing Terms & Conditions libraries | Professional certifications such as: NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CPPB, CPCM, CFCM | Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s in Public Administration preferred | Experience supporting centralized procurement transitions |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to pass background screening | Must adhere to FCC data security requirements | Must not upload or store FCC information in external AI tools or cloud systems | Must comply with Maryland Public Information Act sensitivity expectations |
Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Procurement Transformation Program Manager to serve as the Project Lead for a College-wide procurement centralization and modernization initiative.
This Independent Contractor will lead Frederick Community College’s transition from a decentralized procurement structure to a centralized, policy-driven, Level-3 standardized procurement environment aligned with Maryland COMAR Title 21 and higher education best practices.
The selected contractor will function as the primary engagement lead responsible for delivering defined project outcomes across governance, policy development, workflow modernization, contract management, and institutional change adoption.
This is a project-based consulting engagement requiring executive-level communication skills, regulatory fluency, and demonstrated success leading complex public-sector procurement transformation initiatives.
Scope of Services
The Project Lead will direct and oversee all phases of the procurement transformation engagement, including:
• Assessment validation and project foundation setting
• Development of a College-wide Procurement Policy
• COMAR Title 21 crosswalk and regulatory alignment
• Governance model and Steering Committee framework establishment
• Future-state procurement workflow and approval design
• Development of internal and external Procurement Manuals
• Terms and Conditions modernization
• Contract management framework design
• KPI framework implementation aligned to Level-3 maturity objectives
• Role-based training strategy and stakeholder adoption support
• Executive reporting and risk mitigation oversight
The contractor is responsible for delivering outcomes aligned with the Performance Work Statement and phased implementation roadmap.
Core Responsibilities
Program Governance & Executive Interface
• Serve as primary College-facing engagement lead
• Establish governance cadence and executive reporting framework
• Develop and manage phased 12–36 month roadmap
• Deliver executive-level briefings and milestone updates
• Maintain RAID logs, project dashboards, and reporting artifacts
Policy & Regulatory Alignment
• Lead development of Procurement Policy aligned to COMAR Title 21
• Develop comprehensive Procurement Policy Manual
• Produce COMAR crosswalk documentation
• Recommend thresholds, delegations, and approval structures
• Ensure compliance with Maryland regulatory requirements
Workflow & Process Modernization
• Direct future-state design for requisitioning, sourcing, approvals, and contracting
• Develop workflow diagrams suitable for ERP/eProcurement integration
• Establish RACI models and internal control checkpoints
• Align workflows with Level-3 maturity capabilities.
Change Management & Institutional Adoption
• Develop stakeholder engagement and communication strategy
• Facilitate executive workshops and SME working sessions
• Coordinate training framework and adoption support
• Mitigate resistance and drive campus-wide behavioral alignment
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement
• Design KPI framework covering compliance, efficiency, and adoption
• Establish measurable success criteria
• Track progress toward Level-3 maturity outcomes
• Implement continuous improvement mechanisms
Contract Management & Risk Oversight
• Develop contract management framework aligned to COMAR
• Strengthen oversight, monitoring, renewal, and closeout practices
• Modernize standardized Terms and Conditions library
• Embed risk mitigation protocols into governance model
Accessibility & Compliance
• Ensure Section 508 compliance across deliverables
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with institutional data requirements
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Procurement, or related field | Strong project management background (PMP preferred) | Capacity to lead institution-wide change initiatives |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 10 years of procurement transformation consulting experience | Minimum 5 years supporting higher education or public-sector institutions |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated expertise in Maryland COMAR Title 21 | Proven experience leading multi-phase institutional transformation initiatives | Experience developing governance frameworks and policy manuals | Demonstrated ability to deliver 508-compliant materials |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree | CPPO or equivalent public procurement certification | Experience with ERP/eProcurement platforms (PeopleSoft preferred) | Experience presenting to Boards or executive leadership | Experience supporting Maryland public institutions | Experience implementing procurement maturity models |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly detail-oriented Light Editorial Support Specialist to provide final-stage formatting, consistency, and production-quality editing support for a strategic planning deliverable. This role is critical to ensuring that the final plan is clean, polished, professionally formatted, and aligned to customer expectations for tone, structure, and readability.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in the final stretch of deliverable production and is comfortable stepping in late in the process to strengthen document quality without disrupting the core content. This role is especially important because it ensures that the final plan reflects the quality, professionalism, and credibility expected of a mission-support consulting deliverable.
This position is best suited for a candidate with strong experience in:
- Professional government-style report formatting
- Editorial review for consistency and clarity
- Document production and final submission readiness
- Microsoft Word and PDF finalization workflows
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Light Editorial Support Specialist will support Ascension’s project team by applying final-stage formatting and editorial polish to a draft strategic plan and associated deliverables. The role includes document formatting, style consistency review, and final production cleanup to ensure the plan is ready for submission.
This position requires an individual who is exceptionally organized, highly detail-focused, and able to apply consistent standards across long-form documents. The candidate must be able to work independently, follow direction efficiently, and deliver high-quality revisions within short turnaround windows.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of how government and public-sector deliverables are expected to look and read, including clean formatting, consistent headings, correct numbering, professional tone, and print-ready output.
Day-to-Day Activities (Expected/Anticipated)
- Format draft strategic plan content into a clean, professional, client-ready document
- Apply consistent styles for headings, subheadings, body text, bullets, tables, and callouts
- Standardize numbering, indentation, spacing, margins, and document structure
- Perform style and consistency review for:
- Terminology consistency
- Voice and tone consistency
- Grammar, punctuation, and clarity
- Formatting uniformity across sections
- Identify and correct issues in tables, graphics placement, captions, and references
- Apply final production polishing to ensure the deliverable is submission-ready
- Support PDF export and final file preparation for customer delivery
- Coordinate with the Project Manager and Lead Consultant to incorporate final edits
- Ensure edits preserve meaning and do not unintentionally change technical intent
- Track edits and document updates using change tracking and version control best practices
Job Features
| Job Category | Communications, Technical Writing |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Public Administration, Journalism, Technical Writing, or a related field (or equivalent experience) |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 5+ years of experience providing editorial support for professional deliverables | Strong command of grammar, punctuation, and professional writing standards |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong proficiency in: Microsoft Word (styles, formatting, section breaks, tables, TOCs), Track Changes and commenting workflows, PDF export and final production formatting checks |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision | Ability to work collaboratively and incorporate feedback quickly | Experience supporting strategic plans, program plans, or policy documents | Familiarity with government writing conventions and public-sector deliverables | Experience creating and updating: Tables of contents, Lists of figures/tables, Appendices and structured attachments | Experience applying style guides (APA, Chicago, in-house standards, or client standards) | Familiarity with accessibility-aware formatting (basic Section 508-friendly practices) | Experience supporting proposals, reports, or executive briefings for state or federal agencies |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to pass a basic background check, as required by the customer | No clearance required unless specified by the customer at time of award |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly analytical and independent Data & Research Analyst (Consultant) to support development of a Regional Digital Opportunity Plan for Western Maryland.
This consultant will serve as the lead analytical resource supporting regional digital equity planning, broadband gap identification, asset mapping, and data-driven implementation metrics.
This role is ideal for an experienced professional who operates independently, manages deliverables efficiently, and can translate complex public data into defensible findings and executive-ready visuals.
This engagement supports the Mountain Maryland Digital Coalition’s initiative to conduct a regional needs assessment, asset mapping, stakeholder-informed analysis, and digital opportunity strategy development.
Engagement Summary
The Data & Research Analyst will conduct structured quantitative analysis and mapping activities supporting:
- Regional digital needs assessment
- Broadband access gap identification
- Covered population analysis
- Digital inclusion asset inventory
- County-specific implementation priorities
- KPI and performance metric development
The consultant must be comfortable working with minimal supervision, meeting milestone-based deadlines, and delivering high-quality analytical products within a limited-hour engagement.
Scope of Responsibilities
- Conduct demographic and socioeconomic analysis using U.S. Census and ACS data
- Analyze FCC broadband availability data and related public datasets
- Identify broadband and digital access gaps across rural and underserved populations
- Develop structured digital inclusion asset inventory frameworks
- Compile and validate regional broadband infrastructure and program data
- Produce mapping visuals and geographic exhibits (non-engineering level)
- Develop executive-ready visuals using Excel, Power BI, or Tableau
- Design baseline metrics and measurable KPIs
- Synthesize findings into report-ready planning sections
- Support development of county-specific priority recommendations
- Provide defensible documentation supporting methodology and data sources
Job Features
| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics, Research and Analysis |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Regional Planning, Data Analytics, Economics, Geography, or related field |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis or public-sector research | Demonstrated experience using U.S. Census, ACS, FCC broadband, and related public datasets | Strong written communication skills for planning documents |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Advanced Excel skills | Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) | Experience producing mapping visuals (GIS, ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar tools) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting broadband or digital equity initiatives | Experience working with rural communities | Familiarity with Maryland Digital Equity initiatives | Master’s degree in Planning, Public Policy, Data Science, or related discipline | Experience developing implementation metrics and strategic KPIs |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States | Must execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Senior Strategic Lead to direct and deliver a Regional Digital Opportunity Plan serving three rural Maryland counties. This role will serve as the executive-facing engagement lead responsible for coalition coordination, governance framework design, stakeholder facilitation, needs assessment oversight, and final plan development.
This is a mission-centered role supporting digital equity, broadband access, workforce readiness, and rural economic inclusion. The selected candidate will guide a multi-county coalition through a structured, data-driven planning process that produces implementation-ready objectives and a sustainable governance model.
The ideal candidate is an experienced strategic planning leader who thrives in collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments and understands how to translate data and community input into actionable, fundable regional strategies.
Position Summary
The Senior Strategic Lead will serve as the primary point of accountability for delivery of all contract requirements identified in the RFP.
- Coalition coordination and governance development
- Regional needs assessment oversight
- Asset mapping direction and validation
- Stakeholder interview and roundtable facilitation
- Drafting and delivery of the final Regional Digital Opportunity Plan
- Development of implementation-ready county-level objectives
- Sustainability and funding strategy recommendations
This individual must be a structured thinker and confident facilitator who can build consensus across counties, navigate differing priorities, and ensure alignment with Maryland’s State Digital Equity Plan.
The role requires strong executive writing ability, experience leading regional or multi-jurisdiction planning efforts, and familiarity with digital inclusion concepts including broadband infrastructure, device access, digital literacy, workforce development, and covered populations.
The candidate must be comfortable operating in partially ambiguous environments, building structure where none exists, and independently driving deliverables to completion within fixed budgets and timelines.
Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities
The Senior Strategic Lead will:
- Lead coalition convenings across three counties
- Design and formalize coalition governance structures and decision-making models
- Develop and manage the integrated project timeline and milestone plan
- Facilitate stakeholder interviews, structured roundtables, and strategy sessions
- Oversee regional digital needs assessment activities using demographic and broadband data
- Direct development of digital inclusion asset inventory and validation process
- Ensure alignment with Maryland’s Digital Equity Plan and covered population requirements
- Translate stakeholder input into prioritized, county-specific objectives
- Draft, edit, and finalize the Regional Digital Opportunity Plan
- Develop sustainability and funding strategy recommendations
- Prepare executive briefings and summary documents for coalition leadership
- Manage risk, issue logs, and stakeholder communications
- Coordinate with data analysts, mapping specialists, and supporting consultants
- Present final deliverables to coalition leadership for adoption
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Urban/Regional Planning, Public Administration, Economic Development, or related field | Strong executive-level writing and documentation skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, program leadership, or regional planning initiatives | Demonstrated experience facilitating multi-stakeholder engagements |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience designing governance models and implementation roadmaps | Experience leading needs assessments and translating findings into strategy | Familiarity with digital equity, broadband access, adoption barriers, and covered populations | Experience working with rural communities or multi-county initiatives | Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in Public Policy, Planning, or related discipline | Experience with broadband or digital inclusion initiatives | Experience supporting state or federally funded planning initiatives | Experience developing funding and sustainability strategies | Knowledge of Maryland Digital Equity initiatives | Experience producing plans used to support grant competitiveness | PMP certification or comparable project management credential | Experience using collaboration platforms such as SharePoint, Teams, or similar tools |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be eligible to work in the United States | Ability to travel within Western Maryland for coalition meetings |
Ascension LLC is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB) and SBA-certified Small Disadvantaged Business providing strategic advisory, program management, data analytics, and acquisition lifecycle support to federal agencies including DHS, DOE, FEMA, and DOJ. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and operate under GSA MAS Contract #47QRAA22D001E.
We are seeking five (5) Personnel Security Specialists to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG), Office of Security Policy and Management (SPM), at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC.
Position Overview
The Personnel Security Specialist provides adjudicative and personnel security support services in accordance with USCG security policy and federal suitability standards.
This role supports the review and adjudication of background investigations (Tier 1–5), application of 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria, preparation of written adjudicative recommendations, and contribution to policy development and security program improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Adjudication & Suitability Review
- Conduct pre-screening and review of background investigations (Tiers 1–5)
- Review SF-85, SF-85P, SF-86, OF-306, fingerprint results, and FBI Criminal History
- Analyze applicant correspondence, court dispositions, and credit reports
- Apply 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria
- Identify and evaluate adverse information impacting conduct and character
- Package adjudicative cases requiring management eligibility determinations
- Prepare comprehensive written reports recommending granting, denying, or revoking suitability eligibility.
Automated Systems & Tools
- Utilize e-QIP for investigative processing
- Use DCSA/OPM CVS and PIPS to validate investigation needs and reciprocity
- Apply experience with DHS Integrated Security Management System (ISMS) or similar systems (desirable)
- Develop written products using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Policy & Program Support
- Analyze new and existing DHS, DoD, and Executive Order guidance impacting personnel security.
- Contribute to development and updates of security policies, instructions, and memoranda
- Support development of PERSEC materials including briefing slides and process guides
- Participate in compliance reviews and staff assistance visits as needed
Reporting & Communication
- Provide monthly status reports to the COR.
- Respond to communications within 48 hours in accordance with performance standards.
- Coordinate with HR, security offices, and stakeholders professionally
- Maintain case tracking logs and documentation
Job Features
| Job Category | Legal and Compliance, Security & Law Enforcement Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | U.S. Citizenship required | Bachelor’s degree in a security-related discipline OR minimum five (5) years of qualifying adjudication experience |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Completion of OPM Essentials of Suitability Adjudication Program and/or Basic Adjudication training | Recent (within the last two years) experience reviewing Tier 1–5 investigations |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience applying 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria | Experience using e-QIP and DCSA CVS/PIPS | Demonstrated adjudicative case writing capability | Strong analytical and critical thinking skills | Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Office |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | DHS or DoD personnel security experience | Experience with ISMS | Supervisory review experience of adjudication packages | Experience drafting security policy memoranda | Experience supporting inspections or compliance reviews. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Contractor must maintain Facility Clearance (Secret minimum) | Personnel must maintain Secret eligibility for the duration of the contract | Must be eligible for CAC issuance through MP ICAM sponsorship | May be required to open/close classified workspaces after training | Must complete DHS Form 11000-6 Non-Disclosure Agreement |
Ascension LLC is a certified EDWOSB, WOSB, SDB, and SBA 8(a) firm delivering program management, policy development, acquisition support, and data-driven operational solutions across DHS and other Federal agencies. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and maintain a disciplined quality management approach across all engagements.
We are seeking a Senior Personnel Security Adjudicator (Team Lead) to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG), Office of Security Policy and Management (SPM).
Position Summary
The Senior Personnel Security Adjudicator (Team Lead) provides advanced adjudicative review and supervisory oversight in support of the USCG Personnel Security Program. This role supports Tier 1–5 background investigation reviews, suitability determinations under 5 CFR 731, policy analysis, and program improvement initiatives.
This position directly aligns with the Personnel Security Specialist requirements outlined in the USCG Security Program Support Services.
The selected candidate will:
- Perform complex adjudicative case analysis
- Conduct supervisory review of adjudication packages
- Prepare written suitability recommendations
- Contribute to policy review and improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with DHS and USCG security standards
Key Responsibilities
Personnel Security Adjudication
- Review Tier 1–5 background investigations (SF-85, SF-85P, SF-86, OF-306)
- Analyze fingerprint results and FBI Criminal History Checks
- Evaluate applicant correspondence, court records, financial disclosures, and investigative findings
- Apply 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria to determine eligibility
- Package complex cases requiring management-level suitability decisions
- Prepare comprehensive written adjudicative reports with clear rationale for granting, denying, or revoking suitability
Supervisory & Quality Oversight
- Conduct supervisory review of completed adjudication reports
- Ensure case documentation meets quality standards defined.
- Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior adjudicators
- Maintain compliance with 100% AQL standards for timeliness and documentation
Systems & Automation
- Utilize:
- e-QIP
- DCSA CVS/PIPS
- DHS ISMS (or similar systems)
- Validate reciprocity determinations
- Develop reports and briefing materials using Microsoft Office Suite
- Support data compilation requests within required timelines.
Policy & Program Support
- Analyze existing and emerging security policies (EOs, DHS mandates)
- Support drafting of Coast Guard Instructions, memoranda, and correspondence
- Contribute to training materials and awareness products
- Assist with Staff Assistance Visits if required
Reporting & Communication
- Provide monthly status updates to COR
- Participate in quarterly status reviews
- Communicate professionally with HR, security officials, and applicants
- Maintain strict confidentiality of Privacy Act–protected information
Job Features
| Job Category | Security & Law Enforcement Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in a security-related discipline |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum five (5) years documented qualifying adjudication experience | Completion of OPM Essentials of Suitability Adjudication and/or Basic Adjudication training | Recent (within last 2 years) experience reviewing Tier 1–5 investigations |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience with: SF-85 / SF-85P / SF-86, OF-306, 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria | Experience using: e-QIP, DCSA CVS / PIPS | Strong adjudicative case writing skills | Intermediate or higher proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHS or DoD security programs | Supervisory review experience | Experience drafting PERSEC policy documentation | Experience briefing senior leadership | Experience contributing to security training materials |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Active Secret clearance required at time of proposal submission | Must maintain Secret eligibility throughout contract performance | Must be eligible for Common Access Card (CAC) issuance | Contractor must comply with CWS opening/closing protocols if required |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Senior Consultant Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Transfusion Medicine and Clinical Laboratory Science to support the Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) within the Defense Health Agency.
This role is critical to ensuring the clinical, operational, and analytical integrity of the DoD’s blood program. The Consultant SME (Senior) provides expert-level transfusion medicine insight to support blood product compatibility analysis, comparability assessments across domestic and international sources, donor screening procedures, and global blood supply chain evaluation.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned Clinical Laboratory Scientist with strong analytical depth in transfusion medicine and the ability to translate complex clinical data into actionable insights for senior military and civilian stakeholders.
This role directly supports readiness, medical contingency operations, and life-saving blood supply assurance across the Armed Services.
Position Summary
The Senior Consultant SME serves as the clinical and transfusion medicine authority in direct support of the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency (DHA), Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD).
The Armed Services Blood Program Division is responsible for ensuring a safe, adequate, and globally integrated blood supply in support of military medical readiness and contingency operations. This role provides subject matter expertise to ASBPD leadership and stakeholders in the areas of transfusion medicine, blood product compatibility, and international blood supply chain evaluation.
The Consultant SME (Senior) performs expert-level analysis and advisory support related to:
• Blood typing and crossmatching validation
• Blood product compatibility testing and reporting
• Comparative analysis of United States and foreign transfusion practices
• Assessment of international blood collection, processing, storage, and distribution systems
• Donor screening procedures and regulatory considerations
This position requires close coordination with DHA civilian leadership, military medical stakeholders, and program management personnel supporting ASBPD initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a Clinical Laboratory Scientist with strong transfusion medicine expertise who can translate complex clinical and laboratory findings into defensible analytical reports and executive-level briefings for DHA decision makers.
This role directly supports mission readiness by ensuring clinical integrity, comparability of blood products, and risk-informed decision support for the Armed Services Blood Program Division.
Day-to-Day / Recurring Responsibilities
• Analyze blood typing and crossmatching data for compatibility validation
• Assess differences between U.S. and foreign transfusion medicine practices
• Evaluate international blood collection, processing, storage, and distribution capabilities
• Develop blood product comparability reports for senior leadership review
• Review donor screening protocols for regulatory and operational alignment
• Provide written and verbal briefings to DHA/ASBPD stakeholders
• Coordinate with clinical, operational, and program management teams
• Identify compatibility risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Support preparation of executive-level briefing materials
• Document findings in accordance with DHA records management requirements
• Participate in meetings with DoD military and civilian stakeholders
• Contribute to business transformation and performance improvement initiatives
Job Features
| Job Category | Health & Clinical Program Support, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Medical Technology, Chemistry, Hematology, or related scientific field | Certifications (Preferred but Strongly Valued): ASCP Certification (MLS/CLS), AABB membership or transfusion-related credentials |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist | Minimum three (3) years of experience in a clinical laboratory scientist role working with DoD military and/or civilian customers |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong expertise in transfusion medicine | Demonstrated experience in blood typing and crossmatching | Blood product compatibility testing knowledge | Understanding of differences between U.S. and international transfusion practices | Ability to assess foreign blood supply chains | Strong analytical and reporting skills | Excellent written and verbal communication skills | Ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting Defense Health Agency or military medical commands | Experience evaluating international medical logistics systems | Experience supporting FDA, AABB, or regulatory compliance reviews | Advanced degree in Hematology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field | Experience briefing senior DoD leadership | Experience contributing to process improvement initiatives |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Public Trust or equivalent suitability | Must be eligible to work on DoD contracts |
Ascension LLC is seeking a mission-driven Senior Business Analyst to support the Armed Services Blood Program Division within the Defense Health Agency.
This role is critical to advancing data-informed decision-making across the military blood program enterprise. The selected professional will analyze operational, financial, and performance data to support strategic planning, blood supply comparability assessments, program performance reporting, and business transformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a disciplined, analytical thinker who thrives in structured federal environments and understands how to translate complex datasets into executive-level insights that influence operational decisions. This role is well-suited for professionals with DoD experience who bring strong business acumen, analytical depth, and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations in high-visibility settings.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Senior Business Analyst provides direct analytical and business management support to the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) in Falls Church, Virginia. The ASBPD is responsible for ensuring a safe, sufficient, and globally responsive blood supply in support of military medical operations.
In support of the ASBPD Program Office, the Senior Business Analyst analyzes operational, performance, financial, and blood program data to inform leadership decision-making, improve donor outreach effectiveness, support blood product comparability assessments, and advance enterprise business transformation initiatives.
This role directly supports ASBPD leadership by:
• Interpreting complex operational and supply chain data related to military blood operations
• Identifying trends, risks, and performance gaps affecting blood readiness
• Supporting analysis of blood product comparability and alternative sourcing assessments
• Assisting with return on investment calculations for process improvement initiatives
• Preparing executive-level briefings and analytical reports for DHA stakeholders
• Supporting continuous improvement and strategic planning efforts within the ASBPD
The ideal candidate understands how to operate within a structured DoD healthcare environment and can translate complex quantitative findings into actionable recommendations for senior military and civilian leadership.
This position requires strong proficiency in business intelligence platforms, financial analysis techniques, process modeling tools, and dashboard development applications to enable the ASBPD Program Office to fulfill its mission of maintaining operational blood readiness across the Armed Services.
Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities
The Senior Business Analyst will:
• Analyze operational and performance datasets to identify trends and patterns
• Develop executive-level briefings, reports, and data visualizations
• Conduct variance analysis and root cause assessments
• Support blood product comparability analysis activities
• Develop ROI models to evaluate program improvement initiatives
• Document current and future state business processes
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to gather requirements
• Coordinate with military and civilian personnel across functional areas
• Develop dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Ensure compliance with DHA data governance and reporting standards
• Maintain documentation aligned with federal records management policies
Job Features
| Job Category | Business and Management, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in a general business discipline | Detail-oriented and structured | Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously | Skilled at building trust with senior-level stakeholders | Capable of presenting findings clearly and concisely |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Business Analyst (Senior) | Minimum three (3) years supporting DoD military and/or civilian customers |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency in data analysis tools and business intelligence platforms | Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Excel advanced analytics, or similar | Experience with process modeling tools such as Visio or Lucidchart | Strong written and verbal communication skills | Experience conducting root cause analysis and performance reporting |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHA or military medical programs | Familiarity with blood program logistics or healthcare operations | PMP, PMI-ACP, CBAP, or Lean Six Sigma certification | Experience performing ROI calculations or financial modeling | Knowledge of NARA or DoD records management requirements |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be eligible for a DoD Public Trust | Ability to pass background investigation | U.S. Citizenship required |