Call for CVs - Subject Matter Experts and Project Managers, U.S. Forest Service

Job Description

Job Description

Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About the Position

Dexis is currently seeking to build out a candidate pool of qualified Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and corporate-level Project Managers to support an opportunity for the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service, Office of International Programs and Trade. You will be a part of a dynamic and experienced team leading a high-impact international staffing project in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). This is a unique opportunity to oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and personnel support of global technical experts working to advance sustainable forestry, biodiversity, and land management in developing and fragile countries. Dexis requires a strategic leader who thrives in complex environments and has a proven ability to manage multifaceted projects involving cross-cultural teams, government stakeholders, and international operations.

This position is based in the Washington, DC area and is contingent upon award.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the international staffing program in coordination with USFS and other U.S. Government stakeholders.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle for international hires, including recruitment, onboarding, deployment, HR compliance, and offboarding.
• Supervise a team of recruiters, HR specialists, and field support staff to ensure timely and quality staffing support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the U.S. Forest Service, providing regular updates, addressing challenges, and aligning deliverables with agency priorities.
• Monitor project performance, track deliverables, and ensure compliance with U.S. Government regulations and internal company policies.
• Identify and mitigate operational and logistical risks associated with international assignments.
• Support budget management and financial tracking related to project activities and personnel.
• Maintain strong documentation and reporting systems for audits and performance reviews.
• Ensure that staff receive necessary support including travel arrangements, benefits administration, and emergency response coordination.
• Oversee appropriate division of labor on project management team according to workload.
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are submitted on time and to the highest of quality.
• Oversee the development of scopes of work and position qualification with client.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate assigned staff. Ensure staff receive regular constructive performance feedback, prompt resolution of problems, and time and opportunity to grow and develop in key competency areas.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today's most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is "find a way or make a way" — that's how Dexis goes "all in." How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.