Senior Office Operations Specialist (Top Secret/SCI)

Cherokee Federal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 127,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

EAP

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an Office Management Specialist III in Washington, DC, to support Deputy Assistant Secretaries and senior NEA officials with scheduling, travel arrangements, and correspondence coordination.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in a related government setting, Top Secret/SCI clearance, and strong office management skills, with US citizenship a must. The position is exempt and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience with the Department of State or a similar agency, focusing on administrative and policy functions.
• Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance is required.
• Excellent knowledge of Department of State operations and office management.
• Experience as a senior-level secretary/office manager with the ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in personal computers and general administrative practices.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Receive, schedule, direct, and respond to telephone calls for the office, referring calls as needed and providing necessary information.
• Manage and maintain the schedules of senior NEA officials, including appointment coordination, rescheduling, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Handle social engagements on behalf of senior officials.
• Make complex and last-minute travel arrangements, including appointments, reservations, and travel advances.
• Act as a liaison between senior officials and other departments.
• Ensure the confidentiality of Top Secret and SCI information.
• Process travel authorizations and vouchers.
• Review, forward, and compose correspondence for senior NEA officials.
• Maintain files and perform special assignments.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Senior-level secretary/office manager

PC proficiency

Work under pressure

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking an Office Management Specialist III in Washington, DC, to support Deputy Assistant Secretaries and senior NEA officials with scheduling, travel arrangements, and correspondence coordination.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in a related government setting, Top Secret/SCI clearance, and strong office management skills, with US citizenship a must. The position is exempt and offers a comprehensive benefits package.