Action Officer

KBR, Inc.; Chantilly (NC); On-site; USD 123,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions team seeks an Action Officer in Chantilly, VA to provide Director's Action Group support. You will oversee receipt, tasking, tracking and closure of internal and external tasks, and manage the action tracking system while building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

This role requires TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years in government/IC/DoD, and a track record in program management, acquisitions, or policy.

Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance is required for this position.
• 10+ years of experience within any Government OR target IC/DoD.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience in federal acquisitions, DoD or IC budget & finance processes, and National Security policy.
• Experience in systems engineering or project/program management or both.
• Experience working with senior executives at multiple organizational levels.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
• Able to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment while maintaining flexibility.
• Strong relationship building to promote cooperation and clear expectations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for concise responses.

Responsibilities

• Perform and maintain DAG support functions including calendar management, executive communications, recognition programs, training, travel, security.
• Draft, proofread, edit and provide final review of internal and external correspondence.
• Coordinate and maintain presentations for audiences up to the Customer level; ensure quality control of all presentations.
• Schedule and support internal engineering committees, IPTs, working groups and task forces.
• Support Customer Tracking Information and Enterprise Response (TIER) actions; analyze TIERs for routing.
• Monitor and report completion progress for managed TIERs; coordinate responses for accuracy.
• Provide consolidated responses to Senior Management for review; complete assigned TIERs.
• Develop written SOPs for the TIER process; generate TIER metrics and periodic reports.
• Provide status updates on new, pending and late actions; disseminate policy changes to internal customers.
• Participate in DAG meetings; manage records per federal laws and Customer Directives.
• Assist in preparing reports, briefings and presentations; aid event planning and meeting minutes.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Executive-level communication

Project management

Federal acquisitions knowledge

Decision making

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation software

Job description

Title:

Action Officer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

KBR is seeking an Action Officer to provide Director's Action Group (DAG) support in accordance with established organization/office policies, regulations, and procedures in Chantilly, VA. The Action Officer directs and oversees the receipt, tasking, tracking and closure of all internal and external tasks; and manages the action tracking system. The Action Officer establishes and maintains effective working relationships with customers and other stakeholders of the Directorate/Office both internally and externally.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site

• Travel Requirements: Minimal

• Working Hours: Standard

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and maintain DAG support functions to include calendar management, executive communications, recognition programs, training, travel, security

• Draft, proofread, edit and provide final review of internal and external correspondence

• Coordinate and maintain presentations for audiences up to the Customer level; maintain a quality control process for all presentations

• Schedule and provide support for internal engineering committees, Integrated Process Teams (IPT), working groups and task forces

• Support Customer Tracking Information and Enterprise Response (TIER) actions for supported office:

  • Analyze TIERs to route for appropriate completion

  • Monitor and reporting completion progress for managed TIERs

  • Coordinate responses and assess for accuracy

  • Provide consolidated responses to Senior Management for review

  • Complete assigned TIERs using provided instructions

  • Develop written Standard Operating Procedures for the TIER process

  • Generate TIER and related metrics

  • Prepare periodic reports, as required

  • Provide status updates on new, pending, and late actions

• Coordinate responses and assess for accuracy prior to senior management review

• Manage and execute the action tracking process; develop standard operating procedures and serve as facilitator for user requirements

• Monitor progress on actions, generate metrics to demonstrate accountability for meeting deadlines and quality expectations; prepare periodic rep011s on action status and keep leadership aware of late, pending and new actions

• Disseminate policy and legislative changes to appropriate parties internal to the Customer

• Participate in DAG related meetings

• Manage records generated during the execution of the Directorates' projects and programs in accordance with Federal laws and regulations, as well as Customer Directives and Instructions.

• Create and assist in the preparation and development of reports, briefings and presentations for various audiences

• Assist with event planning, attend and facilitate meetings, workshops, conferences and working group sessions, track status and milestones, and provide summary of meetings and meeting minutes when requested.

Basic Compensation:

$123,000 - $153,000 USD annually

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Required Qualifications:

• Current TS/SCI Poly clearance is required for this position

• 10+ years of experience within any Government OR target 5 years within IC or DoD

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: federal acquisitions, Department of Defense (DoD) or the /Intelligence Community (IC) budget & finance processes, and National Security policy

• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering or project/program management or both

• Demonstrated experience working with senior executives at multiple organizational levels

• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office and standard computer applications

• Demonstrated experience adapting to a rapidly changing work environment while maintaining flexibility and versatility

• Demonstrated experience fostering solid relationships that promote cooperation and communicate expectations

• Demonstrated experience analyzing situations and make well informed decisions

• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively and concisely using a variety of styles and techniques appropriate to the audience

• Demonstrated ability in oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose and deliver clear and concise responses

Ready to Make a Difference?

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.