Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.  Lynker is expecting an upcoming need for an experienced and talented Program Director.  This position is contingent on Lynker winning the contract with the government.  The ideal candidate must reside in, or be willing to relocate to Sioux Falls, SD.

The Program Director selected will be Responsible for the Following:

This position is an executive-level Program Director with primary responsibility for managing team members at multiple locations including oversight of the technical and administrative support of a large contract supporting the Federal Government. The Program Director will be Lynker's on-site liaison with the government's contract representative and government managers, as well as perform employee and contract management functions. In addition, this position is an integral part of the Lynker Technologies management team. Responsibilities will include business development and proposal contributions from time to time.

The Program Director will oversee and mentor other staff to ensure contract requirements and goals are met; manage annual contract budgets and plans, develop and control deadlines and contract activities such as deliverables and training; apply change, risk and resource management (recruiting, cross-training, etc); and coordinate employee engagement activities to build morale.

The Ideal Program Director will have the Following:

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline (e.g. biology, oceanography, marine science, engineering, computer science) Masters Degree preferred
• 10+ years of Program Management or Director level Experience managing large (100+)teams of remote and on-site employees
• Experience managing subcontractors is a BIG PLUS
• Experience managing program budgets exceeding 10+M/year a
• Experience with federal contract management
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
• Excellent personnel, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• PMP Certification is a BIG PLUS.
• Previous experience supporting any federal organization is a BIG PLUS.
• Background in remote sensing, sensor systems, or Geospatial product and data development, and/or data center experience preferred.
• Business development and proposal writing experience is a BIG PLUS
• The ideal candidate must reside in, or be willing to relocate to Sioux Falls, SD.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.