Cost Modeling Software and Integration Advisor (CostPerform)

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a Cost Modeling Software and Integration Advisor to support Consular Affairs within the Department of State.

The Cost of Service Modeling (COSM) team and Diplomatic Technology require a highly experienced contractor with advanced expertise in the software platform CostPerform specifically and with cost modeling generally to support the continued development, optimization, and strategic expansion of the Department's cost modeling capabilities. The contractor will serve as the primary technical advisor and subject matter expert for maximizing the software's functionality, scalability, and analytical potential across the Departments operations.

This position will focus on enhancing model visibility, improving cost allocation methodologies, expanding reporting capabilities, and integrating dynamic business rules that reflect evolving consular policies and operational requirements. The ultimate objective is to provide leadership with greater transparency into resource utilization, expenditures, and service delivery costs at both macro and micro-organizational levels.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Software Optimization and Technical Expertise
• Serving as the principal technical expert for CostPerform.
• Assessing current cost model architecture and identify opportunities to maximize software capabilities and performance.
• Developing recommendations for improving model efficiency, scalability, automation, and sustainability.
• Guiding the teams through implementation of advanced software features.
• Establishing best practices for cost modeling, platform maintenance, model governance, and future enhancements.
• Improving cost model granularity to provide visibility at the bureau, office, division, and activity levels.
• Developing flexible modeling frameworks capable of adapting to organizational and policy changes without extensive redevelopment.
• Designing and implementing methodologies that integrate expenditure data with operational cost data.
• Developing a comprehensive Expenditure versus Cost Model that enables leadership to compare budget execution against the actual cost of service delivery.
• Supporting scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of funding, staffing, and policy changes on service costs.
• Supporting the COSM team in completing expenditure and cost model integration.
• Enhancing reporting capabilities that improve leadership visibility into resource utilization and service delivery costs.
• Making recommendations for future model enhancements, scalability, and continuous improvement.

Anticipated compensation: $55-$68 per hour.

This is a part-time advisory role. Weekly meetings and up to 10 hours per week may be required.

Travel

• 0-20% / Minimal travel expected.

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active-duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen’s Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Current, Active Secret security clearance.
• Direct experience utilizing CostPerform Software within the Department of State.
• Strong analytical skills, especially toward evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here:https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-idand athttps://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

*Eligibility requirements apply