Editor/Executive Support Specialist - ANG Executive Secretariat/SACO

Dawson; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Dawson is looking for an Editor/Executive Support Specialist based in Arlington, VA. This role involves supporting ANG Executive Secretariat with editing, writing, and research tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and three to five years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong proofreading and Microsoft Office skills. Dawson offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of relevant experience in editing, writing, research, executive support.
• Strong proofreading, formatting, research skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review ANG correspondence for clarity and readability.
• Support writing, editing, proofreading, research tasks.
• Prepare or update briefing materials and training documents.

Skills

Proofreading

Writing

Research

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy, History, Education

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

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Editor/Executive Support Specialist - ANG Executive Secretariat/SACO

Mahalo for your interest in this role! Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit dawsonohana.com.

Location: Arlington, VA / Washington, DC area, including NGB, TARC, Pentagon, ANGRC, Joint Base Andrews, and authorized telework locations

Work Arrangement: On-site/hybrid as authorized; remote work is not permitted
Clearance: Secret required; Top Secret preferred
Employment Type: Full-time
Status: Contingent upon contract award

Position Summary

Dawson technologies is seeking an Editor / Executive Support Specialist to support ANG Executive Secretariat/SACO correspondence quality, executive communications, research, proofreading, writing, factchecking, document preparation, and staff action support.

Responsibilities

Review ANG correspondence and staff action products for grammar, clarity, format, consistency, and executive readability.

Support writing, editing, proofreading, research, indexing, copywriting, and factchecking.

Assist with responses that capture and articulate leadership decisions.

Support quality control and oversight of prepared and coordinated ANG responses.

Coordinate edits with Action Officers, Workflow Managers, and Government leads.

Support document routing, packaging, repository updates, and archive functions.

Prepare or update charts, briefing materials, templates, and training documents.

Support workflow manager meetings and Action Officer training materials.

Maintain confidentiality due to the sensitivity of information processed.

Protect controlled, sensitive, and classified information.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in English, Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy, History, Education, or related field.

Three to five years of relevant experience in editing, writing, research, executive support, staff action support, or correspondence control.

Strong proofreading, formatting, research, and Microsoft Office skills.

Ability to work under deadlines and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Ability to obtain and maintain CAC and Government system access.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ANG, Air Force, NGB, or DoD correspondence.

Experience supporting senior military or civilian leaders.

Experience with SharePoint, Teams, ETMS2, or electronic tasking environments.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.

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