The Performance Management Specialist will be based at one of three Amentum sites in Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for the tracking and management of contract performance, utilizing resources to accomplish operational requirements. The Performance Management Specialist will report to the Performance Manager in the management of multiple geographical sites and functions to support critical client mission activities of this contract. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. **DUTIES:** + Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. + Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. + Provide assistance as needed to stations to improve performance and efficiencies. + Ensure all contractual requirements, to include CDRLs, are properly tracked and met. + Ensure that the program's schedule is maintained and followed. + Follow established policies and procedures; determines and recommends potential enhancements. + Assist with the management of the annual performance evaluation process and cyclical activities. + Consolidate data and submit to Performance Manager for analysis; assist in preparation of reports and analysis. + Compile site data and prepare CDRLs deliverables for Performance Manager. + Perform analysis on key metrics/processes, and recommend process improvements that maximize efficiencies. + Ensure that performance discussions are documented and implemented accordingly. + Assist in communicating measurement standards and key performance indicators to all members of the organization. + Monitor and verify the integrity of the data to be reported and review with local management before distributing. + Maintain and update company competencies at all levels and ensure effective utilization of the competencies and desired behaviors. + Remain up-to-date on latest performance management, training and development, and career management issues. + Assist in reviewing and updating performance appraisal tools and technologies. + Identify training needs and assist with performing any needed training Participates during conference calls. + Perform additional duties and projects as assigned. **REQUIRED:** + **Minimum Acceptable Experience Level:** Four (4) years’ experience in performance management or comparable role. + Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Access, and Project. + Familiarity with Operations and Maintenance Support Services and have an understanding of Project/Program Operations and Statement of Work. + Training in risk management. + Expert level Administrative and Management skills. + Ability to work effectively with multi-national staff. + **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** + Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at an overseas facility. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. + Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective. + Excellent organizational and time management skills. + Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel. + Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. + Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change. + Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information. + **Education** : A high school diploma or GED. A two or four year degree in business, human resources, public administration or a related field, or experience managing a small workforce is preferred. + **Passport, Licenses and Certifications** **:** As part of pre-contingency requirements, **by the time the visa process starts** , candidates must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages. + Valid drivers’ license. + **Security Vetting:** Already possess a US Government issued security clearance or Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) or be able to obtain a favorable MRPT certification or US Government clearance prior to being hired is required for the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required certification or clearance level for the duration of the contract. + **Language Skills:** Strong, professional, oral and written English communication skills. + **Citizenship:** Must be eligible for US Government Clearance. + **Medical:** Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment. **DESIRED:** + Previous out of home country experience and previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions are a plus. + Knowledge of all principles and processes involved in performance management at an overseas facility. + Successful management of multiple sites in geographically dispersed locations. + Ability to collect, analyze and summarize data and to prepare clear and concise reports + Experience providing excellent customer services. + Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, and sensitivity to other cultures. + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. + Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective. + Excellent organizational and time management skills. + Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently. + Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel. + Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. + Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change. + Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information. + Experience working with Amentum. **WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS:** This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120- 130 degrees Fahrenheit/50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods. Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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