Senior Specialist, Governance
Avid Core, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Senior Specialist, Governance
Do you view challenges as opportunities? Do you have experience supporting governance and international operations within a federal agency environment?
Avid Core is seeking a Senior Specialist, Governance with strong program management and communications experience to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) governance and international operations. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional passionate about improving how federal programs operate through structured governance frameworks, accountability tools, and stakeholder engagement.
The position offers hybrid work flexibility (3-4 days in office), working from a home location and client location with the expectation of attending meetings at the client site in Washington, D.C. as required.
To Apply:
Submit resumes and cover letters through this posting. Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until April 30, 2026.
Salary Range: $90,000$125,000, based on experience and qualifications.
Overall Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain standardized reporting templates, agenda and notes templates, fact sheets, and 101 briefings to support CBP governance leadership bodies.
Support governance-related communications, training, stakeholder engagement, and decision execution across CBP components
Refine and maintain the ILC SharePoint as a centralized repository for governance-related documents and resources
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance workflows and collaboration across CBP components
Develop and manage toolssuch as dashboards and trackersto monitor deliverables and action items for accountability and traceability
Conduct regular assessments of resource impacts and adjust schedules or deliverables based on program needs
Collect, synthesize, and report on lessons learned and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement
Coordinate between directorates and program teams to promote operational efficiency and adherence to agency best practices
Facilitate communication and collaboration between divisions to ensure strategic goals and governance initiatives are met
Contribute to the development of governance deliverables, including work plans, standard operating procedures, and meeting records
Actively engage in problem-solving, risk identification, and mitigation as governance processes evolve
Provides input and recommendations to develop, refine, and improve governance policies and processes in coordination with client leadership
Supports senior leadership's participation in governance forums, working groups, and interagency engagements
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills:
5+ years of program management or governance support experience supporting a Federal Agency
CBP Public Trust Clearance or DoD Top Secret clearance preferred
Demonstrated experience developing governance documentation, templates, and operational reporting products
Proficiency with the full Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint), with emphasis on SharePoint administration and dashboard development
Exceptional editing and data analysis skills to ensure deliverables are accurate and error-free
Experience with WebEx, Zoom, and other virtual meeting platforms
Ability to obtain public trust security clearance
We're looking for someone who is:
Interested in working with law enforcement and border security agencies
Able to manage multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment
Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment
Skilled at managing and following up on action items, identifying process gaps, and recommending solutions
Highly organized, collaborative, and proactive
Education:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in public administration, political science, business, or a related field; Master's Degree preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance
Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability
401K with employer match (after six months of employment)
Federal and non-federal paid holidays
Flexible paid time off
Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance
An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team
Location:
The position is based in Washington, D.C. Candidates may be expected to work a hybrid schedule with time both on-site and remote, depending on client requirements.
Candidates will be provided with a computer; however, they must have a steady internet connection and a phone.
Accommodation:
Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contact careers@avid-core.com to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.
Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.
Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.
Do you view challenges as opportunities? Do you have experience supporting governance and international operations within a federal agency environment?
Avid Core is seeking a Senior Specialist, Governance with strong program management and communications experience to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) governance and international operations. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional passionate about improving how federal programs operate through structured governance frameworks, accountability tools, and stakeholder engagement.
The position offers hybrid work flexibility (3-4 days in office), working from a home location and client location with the expectation of attending meetings at the client site in Washington, D.C. as required.
To Apply:
Submit resumes and cover letters through this posting. Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until April 30, 2026.
Salary Range: $90,000$125,000, based on experience and qualifications.
Overall Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain standardized reporting templates, agenda and notes templates, fact sheets, and 101 briefings to support CBP governance leadership bodies.
Support governance-related communications, training, stakeholder engagement, and decision execution across CBP components
Refine and maintain the ILC SharePoint as a centralized repository for governance-related documents and resources
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance workflows and collaboration across CBP components
Develop and manage toolssuch as dashboards and trackersto monitor deliverables and action items for accountability and traceability
Conduct regular assessments of resource impacts and adjust schedules or deliverables based on program needs
Collect, synthesize, and report on lessons learned and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement
Coordinate between directorates and program teams to promote operational efficiency and adherence to agency best practices
Facilitate communication and collaboration between divisions to ensure strategic goals and governance initiatives are met
Contribute to the development of governance deliverables, including work plans, standard operating procedures, and meeting records
Actively engage in problem-solving, risk identification, and mitigation as governance processes evolve
Provides input and recommendations to develop, refine, and improve governance policies and processes in coordination with client leadership
Supports senior leadership's participation in governance forums, working groups, and interagency engagements
Completes other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Skills:
5+ years of program management or governance support experience supporting a Federal Agency
CBP Public Trust Clearance or DoD Top Secret clearance preferred
Demonstrated experience developing governance documentation, templates, and operational reporting products
Proficiency with the full Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint), with emphasis on SharePoint administration and dashboard development
Exceptional editing and data analysis skills to ensure deliverables are accurate and error-free
Experience with WebEx, Zoom, and other virtual meeting platforms
Ability to obtain public trust security clearance
We're looking for someone who is:
Interested in working with law enforcement and border security agencies
Able to manage multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment
Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment
Skilled at managing and following up on action items, identifying process gaps, and recommending solutions
Highly organized, collaborative, and proactive
Education:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in public administration, political science, business, or a related field; Master's Degree preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance
Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability
401K with employer match (after six months of employment)
Federal and non-federal paid holidays
Flexible paid time off
Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance
An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team
Location:
The position is based in Washington, D.C. Candidates may be expected to work a hybrid schedule with time both on-site and remote, depending on client requirements.
Candidates will be provided with a computer; however, they must have a steady internet connection and a phone.
Accommodation:
Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contact careers@avid-core.com to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.
Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.
Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.