Senior Staff Assistant

Command Holdings, a Pequot Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

CeLeen, an operating group of Command Holdings, is seeking multiple Senior Staff Assistants to support a potential effort at the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs/Passport Office. Expect the salary range of $65,000 - $78,000 as part of a contingent contract hiring process.

Responsibilities include supporting the Deputy Assistant Secretary and Managing Directors, managing operations to realize the directorate’s goals, and facilitating information flow within Passport and Consular

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance (Federal security clearance process).
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level professionals.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Proficiency in English; proficient in using Microsoft Office applications including SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) and Managing Directors (MDs).
• Manage behind-the-scenes operations enabling the directorate’s mission and goals.
• Anticipate and facilitate information flow within Passport and Consular Affairs.
• Facilitate timely clearance of Department paper and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

Executive support

Influencing abilities

Client focus

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

CeLeen, an operating group of Command Holdings, is seeking multiple Senior Staff Assistants to support a potential effort at the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs/Passport Office.

Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Supporting the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) and Managing Directors (MDs).
• Managing behind-the-scenes operations that allow the directorate’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives to become a reality.
• Anticipating and facilitating the flow of information throughout the Passport and Consular Affairs.
• Facilitating smooth and timely clearance of Department paper and documentation.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Multiple positions may be hired from this announcement.

Expected salary range: $65,000 - $78,000

Work Environment

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to work in confined areas.

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

• 0-10% / Minimal travel.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active-duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long‑term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit‑based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen Aff… program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Aff… can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. (Eligible to pass Federal security clearance process. Please visit the link for FAQs: Investigations & Clearance Process)
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive level professionals.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications including SharePoint.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current, active Secret security clearance.
• Direct experience with Consular Affairs/Passport Office or other Department of State directorates.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Eligibility requirements apply