Communications Specialist II

Astrion; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Communications Specialist II to support the Federal Aviation Administration - PSS Contract in Washington, DC. This full-time position requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance. The role involves providing comprehensive administrative support, maintaining schedules, and assisting with team organization.

The ideal candidate has 5 to 7 years of experience, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary of $90,000 USD annually plus benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt and function in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to assist with duties.
• Maintain office rosters and team calendars.
• Support team travel coordination and data tracking.

Skills

Strong analytical/critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

High attention to detail

Proactive initiative

Education

High School Degree or Higher

Job description

Overview

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Communications Specialist II to support the Federal Aviation Administration - PSS Contract. LOCATION: Washington, DC. JOB STATUS: Full-time. CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain a Public Trust; US Citizenship required. CERTIFICATION: N/A. SALARY RANGE: $90,000 USD + annually* depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications. TRAVEL: Limited; as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide Administrative Support.
• Provide administrative support to assist with administrative duties.
• Support the development and maintain the office roster, phone list, and recall roster for federal support contract employees and extended team members.
• Distribute to team members in applications as directed by group/team leadership.
• Support mail distribution to include daily mail delivery to FOB 10A; administer the maintenance and operation of the reproduction center, coordinate Federal Express and express mail services for assigned groups/teams.
• Support offsite meeting planning, including conference room scheduling.
• Support the development and maintain group/team calendars.
• Support the coordination of team travel on internal spend plans and review in E2 travel system.
• Support maintaining KSN for group/team.
• Support data tracking and input for the team.
• Provide writing quality control for the team.
• Provide communications organization for the team as directed by leadership.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Education: High School Degree or Higher
• Years of Experience: 5/7 Years
• Strong analytical/critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to quickly identify and help address project challenges
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers, senior level personnel, and team members
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and balance complex projects to facilitate tight project deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to learn new concepts, tasks, and project related tools quickly and easily
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and implement changes immediately
• Ability to adapt to and function in a highly demanding and quickly shifting/evolving customer environment
• An inquisitive and logical mind able to anticipate potential issues or areas of concern
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to take initiative reflective of a well-developed habit of proactivity