Program Manager, DLIFLC
Role summary
The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a Program Manager to support the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) student and DoD linguist testing programs. This role is critical to the Department of Defense's efforts to enhance foreign language capabilities for international operations, as mandated by various directives. The Program Manager will oversee test scheduling, administration, and personnel, ensuring compliance with DoD language proficiency requirements. The position is based at the Presidio of Monterey, CA.
Job Description:
Summary:
The Unconventional (TU) is seeking a qualified Program Manager to provide support of The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) student and DoD linguist testing programs. The Department of Defense (DoD) launched the Defense Language Transformation Initiative in 2004 with the objective of improving the Armed Forces’ capacity to work effectively with international partners. In January of 2005, the Defense Language Transformation Roadmap was published requiring that the Department of Defense and its components train and maintain personnel with language skills capable of responding for operations with the correct levels of proficiency. In August 2005, the Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD) (P&R)) issued a memorandum tasking the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) to program funds for test development and field testing. DoD Directive (DoDD) 5160.41E and TRADOC Regulation 350-70 charged DLIFLC with overseeing the standardization, testing, research, development and evaluation of all foreign language training and education.
Specific duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Will schedule OPI or Web-based tests as directed by the PM. Authorized examinees who may be scheduled include active-duty military, reservist and national guard, military recruit candidates, DLIFLC faculty job applicants and DoD civilians.
- Estimated to write 35 schedules per week.
- Assist with Test Administration as directed by the PM.
Learn the basic responsibilities of the three positions: Test Examiner, OPI/Web-based Test Scheduler and OPI Facilitator.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Oversee and direct the employees.
- Ability to learn the duties of the Test Examiner, Test Scheduler, and Test Facilitator.
- Coordinate daily with both the section supervisors and the COR.
- Complete all orientation for their position and all orientations and certifications required for the Test Examiner position.
- Be present during the initial orientation of all employees.
- Fill the position of OPI Facilitator when required.
Clearance: Requires a U.S. Background Check
Location: Presidio of Monterey, CA
Travel: Some travel may be required