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Executive Assistant 

Description

The Columbia Group (TCG), is a technical services support company which has a successful 50+ year history of providing the United States government with acquisition, logistics management, engineering, design, fabrication, test and evaluation, information technology and financial management support services. As a full-time employee of TCG, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package to include a quality health insurance program (medical, drug, vision and dental) for you and your family, group life insurance, group short and long-term disability insurance, a 401K profit sharing retirement plan, and professional development opportunities. You will accrue 'Paid Time Off' (PTO) to be used towards vacation or sick leave, in addition to receiving eleven (11) paid federal holidays.

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to join our team in the government’s facility at the Washington Navy Yard. The government’s expectation is that the EA will work full time in the office. However, there may be an opportunity, after working several months in the position, to transition to a hybrid in office/at home arrangement.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Maintain PM/DPM calendars and provide daily updates in written form.
  • Manage communication, access, and messaging on behalf of the PM/DPM.
  • Prepare travel packages including briefings and material required for the PM on travel and meetings.
  • Schedule travel on behalf of the PM/DPM using the Defense Travel System (DTS)
  • Submit Defense Information Security System (DISS) requests for staff and maintain copies of requests.
  • Maintain contact information of personnel.
  • Maintain contact information of key Stakeholders on behalf of the PM/DPM.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Safeguard Personally Identifiable information (PII) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
  • Monitor the Department of the Navy (DON) Tasker Log daily for suspense dates and manage responses to taskers.
  • Draft and prepare Navy Correspondence, including letters, notices, and policies.
  • Monitor staff work schedules and leave dates.
  • Track and maintain supply inventory and delivery of supplies.
  • Represent the PM/DPM on internal and external administrative matters.
  • Manage recurring and special engagements.
  • Apprise Staff and Stakeholders of PM/DPM engagements.
 
Position Requirements

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or directly applicable experience.
  • 5 to 7 years of experience.
  • Experience writing US Navy correspondence, awards, and emails.
  • Executive presence with highly effective communication and people skills.
  • Experience with the Defense Travel System (DTS).
  • Experience with the Defense Information Security System (DISS).
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention-to-detail.
  • Superior computer skills, MS Office Suite, and MS Teams.
  • Must currently possess a secret security clearance.
  • US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

Desired experience:

  • Experience supporting a Major Program Manager, Senior Executive, General Officer, Flag Officer, or Chief Executive Officer.
  • Experience with Navy Financial Management Systems (ERP).
  • Experience as a Senior Navy Yeoman at the Flag Level.
 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Position Executive Assistant  
Division The Columbia Group  
Req Number OPE-23-00007  
Location Washington DC – WNY  
About the Organization We are a premier federal services company with a successful history of providing the United States Military, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Aviation Administration, and other departments / agencies of the federal government. We employ hundreds of professionals, providing client-focused solutions, across all armed forces, in multiple locations throughout the United States.  
EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected Veteran status.  

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