Jr Business Financial Operations Specialist

Cherokee Federal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA options

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Journeyman Business and Financial Operations Specialist in Washington, DC. The role focuses on coordinating, consolidating, and maintaining governance and programmatic documents under AF/A4 oversight, and delivering presentation materials to leadership.

The position requires 4+ years of Office Sustainment experience, strong writing and presentation skills, and the ability to translate complex requirements for non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4+ years of Office Sustainment experience.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate technical requirements for non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• US Citizen and ability to obtain an active Secret clearance.
• Prolonged desk work and computer use.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, consolidate, develop, and maintain Office Sustainment Support governance and programmatic documents under AF/A4 oversight.
• Provide updates to leadership by participating in meetings and delivering meeting materials.
• Interface with other agencies for IT equipment support to ensure communications capabilities.
• Provide on-site IT troubleshooting support and operation of IT equipment.
• Manage office supply stock and procurement planning.
• Maintain AF/A4 space utilization and prepare briefings as needed.
• Process CAC/Badging, VAL, and NIPR/SIPR requests with Government counterparts.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong writing capability

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

IT troubleshooting

Translating technical requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

VTC equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

IT hardware troubleshooting

Job description

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Position Summary:

Coordinate, consolidate, develop, and maintain Office Sustainment Support governance and programmatic documents (e.g., operating instructions, “how to” guides, etc.) under AF/A4 program management oversight.
Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing, and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g., slides, after action reports, minutes).
Interface with other agencies for video, phone, computer, and IT equipment support to ensure AF/A4 communications capabilities are operable, especially capabilities that support the AF/A4 leadership. Manage scheduling of conference rooms, conference call lines, and VTC equipment.
Provide expertise in the operation of VTC equipment. Provide on-site support for general IT troubleshooting and assistance with operation of IT equipment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Journeyman Business and Financial Operations Specialist: $80,000 – $88,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Coordinate, consolidate, develop, and maintain Office Sustainment Support governance and programmatic documents (e.g., operating instructions, “how to” guides, etc.) under AF/A4 program management oversight.
• Provide detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders by participating in meetings/forums and coordinating, consolidating, developing, and delivering/presenting associated meeting materials (e.g., slides, after action reports, minutes).
• Interface with other agencies for video, phone, computer, and IT equipment support to ensure AF/A4 communications capabilities are operable, especially capabilities that support the AF/A4 leadership.
• Provide expertise in the operation of VTC equipment.
• Provide on-site support for general IT troubleshooting and assistance with operation of IT equipment.
• Manage office supply stock as well as the storage spaces for these supplies, e.g., closets, cabinets, identification of supply requirements and procurement recommendations, build purchase list / “carts” for Government approval and procurement, inventory stock and make budget projections.
• Maintain and account for AF/A4 space utilization, conducting usage analysis and course of action development, briefing preparation and other support as needed.
• Process and provide inputs for CAC/Badging requests, VAL requests, and NIPR/SIPR requests in collaboration with Government counterparts and provide in-processing support for new AF/A4 personnel.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• 4+ years of experience in Office Sustainment type positions
• Strong writing capability, prior experience in technical or formal writing (proposal work, technical reports, whitepapers, thesis, etc.)
• Ability to translate technical requirements to non-technical members or clients
• Strong presentation skills, ability to present to senior clients, or present on behalf of the client in key forums
• Experience in IT specific fields
• Ability to troubleshoot different types of computers, VTC, or other technical issues
• Extremely detail oriented, with strong skills in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Experience with taking detailed minutes at high-level meetings
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active Secret clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Headquarters Air Force or Department of Defense Office Sustainment programs

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Federal Solutions, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

In compliance with Washington D.C.’s Wage Transparency Act, the estimated annual salary range for this position is $80,000 – $88,000. Actual compensation is based on qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.