Communications and Executive Support Specialist

Guidehouse; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan PayDown

Career Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Mobility Stipend

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Guidehouse in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Communications and Executive Support Specialist to assist our government clients’ executive leadership with a broad range of strategic communications and outreach deliverables, including event support and stakeholder engagement across the IC.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph, a bachelor’s degree, and 10+ years of federal government or IC executive admin experience.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI federal or DoD clearance with a CI polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• TEN or more years' experience providing executive-level communications and administrative support within the federal government or IC.

Responsibilities

• Support government executives with high-visibility events and strategic engagements.
• Coordinate communications with internal and external stakeholders across the IC and federal agencies.
• Assist with talking points, briefings, and communication tools for senior leaders.
• Create and maintain strategic communication plans and detailed activity reports.
• Support special projects directed by senior government leaders.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Executive Admin Tools

Job description

Communications and Executive Support SpecialistWe use cookies on this site with your consent to analyze our traffic and optimize your user experience. For more information on the types of cookies we use and how you can manage cookies, visit our Cookie Policy. By clicking “Accept Cookies” you agree to the storing of cookies on your device. Please note that if you opt-out, you may not be able to use the full functionalities of the website.### Communications and Executive Support SpecialistApply: US - MD, Bethesda: Full time: Posted Today: 45989**Job Family:**Operational Effectiveness**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph**What You Will Do:**As a Communications and Executive Support Specialist, you will support our government clients’ executive leadership teams with a wide range of impactful deliverables as they execute their mission. This includes support for the delivery of financial management and tradecraft solutions to the broader Intelligence Community (IC). This role directly supports the forefront of IC decision-making and involves coordination between internal government partners and external stakeholders across the IC and broader federal government. Key tasks involve:* Supporting high-visibility events (e.g., All Hands, senior leader engagements, or executive forums).* Communicating with key internal and external stakeholders and facilitating strategic engagements with leaders in the IC Community, DOW, OMB, Treasury, and Congress.* Supporting executive Government leaders in special needs related to outreach such as talking points, briefings, and communication tools.* Supporting the creation, execution, and maintenance of a detailed strategic communication plans.* Reviewing, maintaining, and updating professional correspondence, activity reports and taskings.* Support special projects directed by senior government leaders.**What You Will Need:*** An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph* Bachelor’s degree* TEN (10) or more years' experience providing executive-level communications, stakeholder engagement, and administrative support within the federal government and/or Intelligence Community (IC)**What Would Be Nice To Have:*** Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, or a Communications field.* Prior experience as an Executive Admin or in a Chief of Staff Support role within the IC.* Strong interpersonal, people management, and customer management skills.* Excellent organization, leadership, and functional communication skills.* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks across multiple individuals and ensure quality and timely delivery of end products.* Strong writing and editing skills and attention to detail.* Experience engaging with executive POCs across multiple Government agencies.* Knowledge of web content design, development, and management fundamentals.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.**What We Offer:**Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Basic Life & Supplemental Life* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Student Loan PayDown* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities* Skills Development & Certifications* Employee Referral Program* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program* Mobility Stipend**About Guidehouse**Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.*Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.*