Black Belt/Process Improvement Specialist

Black Belt/Process Improvement Specialist Position Description & QualificationsSerco is seeking an experienced Black Belt Process Improvement Specialist to support the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) Improvement Sciences Directorate by leading and enabling Continuous Process Improvement initiatives across Navy Medicine. This role applies Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Get Real Get Better (GRGB), Project Management, and Knowledge Management methodologies to drive measurable improvements in operational efficiency, effectiveness, and stakeholder satisfaction in support of Navy Medicine's mission. This is a HYBRID opportunity located in Portsmouth, VA.This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your active Secret clearance. This position is also contingent upon an award of contract.

The position plays a critical role in standardizing processes, reducing variability, eliminating waste, and enabling data-driven decision-making across all echelons of Navy Medicine, including BUMED, NMFDC, NMFL, NMFP, and subordinate commands within BSO-18. The Black Belt Process Improvement Specialist also serves as a mentor, instructor, and technical authority, ensuring alignment with Navy Medicine strategic initiatives and adnce to uniform documentation and improvement standards.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) projects using Lean Six Sigma and Get Real Get Better (GRGB) methodologies.
• DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) to improve existing processes and reduce variability.
• Utilize DMADV (Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify) for new process development and technology enablement.
• Facilitate Rapid Improvement Events (RIE), including pre-event planning, event execution, and post-event sustainment.
• Integrate GRGB principles with Lean Six Sigma methodologies in accordance with the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Black Belt Book of Knowledge.
• Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for standardization and optimization.
• Develop and implement process improvement strategies that reduce cost and improve stakeholder satisfaction.
• Conduct detailed process mapping and quantitative analysis.
• Produce formal reports documenting current-state processes, identified inefficiencies, and recommended improvements.
• Develop optimized future-state workflows and support implementation with stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement across all organizational levels.
• Deliver professional development and training courses in in-person, virtual, and asynchronous formats.
• Conduct monthly mentoring sessions and verify knowledge transfer for belt certification candidates.
• Review improvement project submissions for technical accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Validate project scope, measurable outcomes, and compliance with Navy Medicine documentation standards. To be successful in this role, you will have:
• Bachelor's degree required; Business Administration or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience, including Continuous Process Improvement and Lean Six Sigma experience in the healthcare industry.
• An active, adjudicated SECRET security clearance documented in the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) is required to be considered.
• Continuous practice as a Black Belt since certification.
• Demonstrated experience across all elements of the ASQ Black Belt Book of Knowledge or an equivalent industry-recognized quality organization.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, mission-driven environments while maintaining accuracy, discretion, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong business acumen and professional judgment.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting large, complex healthcare or military organizations.
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills across multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to translate data analysis into actionable, mission-focused recommendations.
• Experience mentoring Lean Six Sigma practitioners and reviewing certification submissions.

Additional Information:

• Work supports Navy Medicine operations and strategic improvement initiatives.
• Some collaboration across geographically dispersed commands may be required.
• This position is HYBRID - 3-days in the office, 2-days from home per week.
• Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded or active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process
• Company Overview Serco Inc.

(Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours . Wver you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and w you can make an impact because every contribution matters. To review Serco benefits please visit: careers.serco-na/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careersserco-na or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to

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