STAFF ASSISTANT- DOS

POTOMAC MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

POTOMAC MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS is seeking a mid-level Staff Assistant to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) and Managing Directors in headquarters operations and a nationwide network of facilities. The role emphasizes clear written communications and efficient clearance of Department paper, with proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree, has 2 years of experience, and must possess an active Secret clearance to operate within Passport Services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• 2 years of experience.
• Must possess an active Secret clearance.
• Proficient with MS Office and SharePoint tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) and Managing Directors (MDs) in headquarters operations.
• Facilitate timely information flow and clearance of Department paper.
• Draft clear written communications and edit materials.
• Utilize MS Office and SharePoint as part of daily tasks.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Word

SharePoint

Job description

MUST HAVE ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE

This is an mid-level position. Passport Services’ (PPT) Staff Assistants support the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) and Managing Directors (MDs) as they direct headquarters operations and a nation-wide network of twenty-nine agencies and centers and nearly eight thousand acceptance facilities in furtherance of the issuance of twenty million passports each year. To this end, we manage the behind-the-scenes operations that allow the directorate’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives to become a reality. Specifically, staff assistants must be thoughtful and clear in communications to anticipate and facilitate the flow of information throughout PPT and Consular Affairs through the smooth, timely clearance of Department “paper”. Written editorial skill and use of MS products including share point is required. This role shall understand Department paper, the clearance process, the “ins and outs” of Consular Affairs and PPT.

Education :

• Bachelor's Degree.

Experience:

• 2 years of experience