Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onBalsa, 1313, L Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States
About the Mission Concepts & Capabilities Division
The Mission Concepts & Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) supports the Navy in the development and application of cutting-edge high-performance computing (HPC) software and network architectures. This division is part of a broader mission to provide technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences.
About the Role
We are seeking a responsive and proactive Senior Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Office of Naval Research and the Naval Research Laboratory. This role is critical in facilitating the flow of information within the organization and to external agencies. The successful candidate will assist in compiling, preparing, and routing technical documents, ensuring seamless communication across government and corporate lines.
Beyond document management, you will handle all travel arrangements and serve as a primary point of contact for resolving issues faced by company employees. This position operates within a dynamic environment that blends on-site work at ARA facilities in the National Capital Region with approved telecommuting. The role is contingent upon the award of a contract expected in late summer or early fall 2024.
About ARA
Founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company with over 2,000 professionals. Our offices across the United States and Canada provide expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software, simulation, systems analysis, and environmental technologies.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. We believe that employee ownership fosters greater creativity, initiative, and performance. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), team members share in the company's success. Our culture is challenging, where innovation and experimentation are the norm, summarized by our motto: "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit."
Hiring Process
Interested candidates should apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Senior Executive Administrative Assistant position. Please note that this role requires a DoD TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility and is contingent upon the award of the specific contract supporting the Naval Research Laboratory.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Balsa, 1313, L Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupport the Office of Naval Research and Naval Research Laboratory on-site
- check_circleProvide administrative assistance to government agencies and DoD environments
- check_circleRoute technical documents to other agencies and within the organization
- check_circleAssist company employees with resolving administrative issues
- check_circleCoordinate all travel arrangements for employees and executives
- check_circleCompile and prepare technical documents for internal and external distribution
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience OR 18+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
- verifiedDoD TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
- verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- verifiedExperience passing clearances within the DoD and IC environments
Nice to Have
30+ years of relevant experience providing administrative assistance to government agencies
Benefits & Perks
check_circleEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contributions
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Do Top Secret Clearance, Sci Eligibility.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of experience OR 18+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA
What does a Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA will support the office of naval research and naval research laboratory on-site; provide administrative assistance to government agencies and dod environments; route technical documents to other agencies and within the organization; and assist company employees with resolving administrative issues.
What are the requirements for this Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role?expand_more
ARA is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience OR 18+ years of experience in lieu of a degree; DoD TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility; Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; and Experience passing clearances within the DoD and IC environments.
Where is the Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role at ARA located?expand_more
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA is based in Balsa, 1313, L Street Northwest, Downtown, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20005, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Senior Executive Administrative Assistant job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
ARA has listed this Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role?expand_more
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA typically requires 8–10 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Senior Executive Administrative Assistant role at ARA?expand_more
Key skills for Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA include Microsoft Office; Do Top Secret Clearance; and Sci Eligibility.
What education is required for Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of experience OR 18+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
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Senior Executive Administrative Assistant at ARA is part of the admin job category on Recrutus.