Jr and Sr. Administrative Assistant

We harness the power of innovation so that you can change the world and help our customers solve their most complex challenges

Maryland
R161311
Administration
Secret
Additional posting locations:
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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Jr and Sr Administrative Assistant to join our team!

Join Parsons and Propel Your Career in Cutting-Edge Army Communications

Are you ready to be at the forefront of technological innovation in communications? Parsons is seeking a dynamic and driven individual to join our team within the C5ISR Center. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Army communications systems, working on a spectrum of groundbreaking projects that are vital to national security.

By joining Parsons, you will be part of a dedicated team that values innovation, excellence, and the impact of work on national and global security. Your contributions will not only advance your career but also ensure the success of critical communications systems that our warfighters and defense partners rely on.

Your Next Mission Awaits

If you are passionate about contributing to a safer world and ready to take on a challenge that will transform your career, we want to hear from you. Join Parsons and be part of a company where your work makes a difference every day.

Embark on this exciting journey with Parsons—where the future of Army communications is in your hands. Apply now to become a key player in our mission-critical projects and take your career to new heights!

As the Executive Assistant for the organization at Parsons you will supervise the performance of administrative functions and ensure the smooth operation of the office. You will be responsible for reviewing and editing correspondence, managing office facilities, and coordinating administrative activities with other organizational elements. Your role will also include serving as the custodian of classified documents and providing technical training and instruction to subordinates and supported units

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Administrative Supervision: Supervise the performance of administrative functions, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
  • Correspondence Review: Review and edit correspondence prior to release, submission for signature, or other disposition.
  • File Management: Conduct periodic reviews of files to ensure proper filing of correspondence.
  • Office Management: Control the use of office facilities and plan and organize office operations, including publications and forms administration and office administrative procedures.
  • SOP and Documentation: Write office Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), job descriptions, and directives.
  • Office Requirements: Determine requirements for office equipment, supplies, and space. Plan the layout of the office as needed.
  • Requisitions and Inventory: Create requisitions, receive, inventory, and sign hand receipts for office equipment.
  • Coordination: Coordinate administrative activities with other organizational elements and staff sections.
  • Classified Document Custodian: Serve as the custodian of classified documents, ensuring proper accountability based on the degree of classification. Sign receipts for, log, inventory, file, and secure classified documents. Prepare documents for destruction or other disposition.
  • Technical Training: Provide technical training and instruction to subordinates and supported units.
  • Higher-Level Duties: Perform duties at the division, comparable, or higher-level headquarters as required.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Jr.. - High School or GED with 3+ years experience
  • Sr. - High School or GED with 5+ years experience
  • Must have a current/active Secret clearance
  • Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Experience in supervising administrative functions and managing office operations.
  • Experience in handling classified documents and ensuring proper accountability.
  • Strong proofreading and editing skills.
  • Knowledge of office equipment and supplies management.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
  • Familiarity with ATAAPS, DTS, MIRARS


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to supervise and provide technical training to subordinates.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$0.00 - $0.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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