Secret-Cleared Administrative Specialist

Cherokee Federal; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS), part of Cherokee Federal, seeks a Secretary III to provide intermediate to advanced administrative support on a federal contract. You will work with DMDC/DHRA tools, manage calendars, prepare leadership briefings, and ensure compliance with security and records policies.

The role requires an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence, and strong MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 5-7 years administrative training required.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Adobe Pro, and Visio.
• Experience using government task management and workflow systems (e.g., ETMS2, TMT, ServiceNow).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to coordinate and track multiple tasks and assignments.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of administrative and clerical functions, including advanced word processing and document preparation.
• Prepare and format briefings, correspondence, reports, and presentations for leadership review.
• Screen and prioritize inquiries, correspondence, and requests for action.
• Maintain complex electronic filing and document management systems.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and logistical support for staff and leadership.
• Track tasks and actions using ETMS2, TMT, ServiceNow, or similar systems.
• Ensure timely distribution and follow-up of taskings and correspondence.
• Utilize standard DMDC/DHRA software tools and customized government COTS products to support office operations.
• Ensure compliance with records management, security, and administrative policies.
• Provide guidance or support to junior administrative staff, as assigned.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Task prioritization

Independent work

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ETMS2

TMT

ServiceNow

DMDC/DHRA software tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Adobe Pro

Visio

Job description

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS), part of Cherokee Federal, seeks a Secretary III to provide intermediate to advanced administrative support on a federal contract. You will work with DMDC/DHRA tools, manage calendars, prepare leadership briefings, and ensure compliance with security and records policies.

The role requires an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence, and strong MS Office proficiency.