Aptive seeks an experienced Assistant Senior Project Manager to support the Administration for
Children and Families (ACF) Office of Head Start. Under the guidance of the Senior Project Manager, the
Assistant Senior Project Manager plays a hands-on role in coordinating the operational and
administrative facets of the Office of Head Start’s national monitoring efforts. The Assistant Senior
Project Manager supports the planning, scheduling, and deployment of large-scale monitoring reviews
across the nation, manages logistical details (e.g., travel, meeting planning, communications), and
collaborates with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders (including subcontractors, Federal
officials, and reviewers). This role ensures that the day-to-day tasks remain on schedule, meet quality
standards, and align with contractual obligations.

The ideal candidate has Head Start program expertise and is familiar with their program monitoring
efforts. They have previous experience leading projects and are highly organized and systematic in their
project work. They exceed client expectations with high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

• 3+ years of relevant project management experience with the federal government
• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Organizational Management, Human Services,
Administration, Psychology, Early Childhood or other relevant field.
• Experience supporting large, complex projects for federal agencies; ACF preferred.

• Basic understanding of Head Start/Early Head Start Program Performance Standards, or a
willingness to learn quickly.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Trello, or equivalent) and office
productivity tools (MS Office suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear meeting notes, status
reports, and stakeholder correspondence.
• Strong background in budget planning, cost control, and financial reporting for large-scale
projects.
• Able to synthesize programmatic, fiscal, and compliance data to ensure accuracy, consistency,
and legal defensibility of monitoring reports.

• Able to work effectively with cross-functional groups including reviewers, government officials,
and subcontractors.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) preferred.

Aptive is a management consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia. With more than 500 employees across the U.S., we primarily support the federal government – more than a dozen agencies like Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Library of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and the National Science Foundation. Our work focuses on applying creativity, technology and human-centered services to improve performance, bridge divides and elevate the lives of millions of people who count on government. services every day. 

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.