Administrative Assistant

Systems Planning and Analysis

Alexandria, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Customer Support/Service, DoD Secret Clearance, Document Control, Emerging Technology, File Maintenance, Government, Hard Drives, Mail Processing, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Operations, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Schedule Development, Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Travel Planning, United States Department of Defense (DoD)
LOCATION
Alexandria, Virginia
POSTED
10 days ago
Overview:

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

 

The Undersea Technology Portfolio, within SPA's Sea, Land, & Air Division, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoD organizations to make decisions, plans, and strategies to deliver emerging technologies and warfighting capabilities.  We support clients across the undersea, naval special warfare, and expeditionary warfare enterprises, including those within resourcing and requirements, acquisition, and science and technology.

 

SPA is seeking an Administrative Assistant in support of NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare Program Office.

Responsibilities:

This role provides general administrative support to ensure the smooth organization and daily operations of PMS 340. Responsibilities include managing schedules by maintaining calendars, setting appointments, responding to invitations, and keeping managers updated on evolving situations. The position also involves arranging travel and assisting with the setup of scheduled meetings. Additionally, duties encompass preparing and coordinating office communications, memoranda, and correspondence. The role requires maintaining electronic files, databases, and business unit calendars, while also preparing presentations, reports, and large documents when necessary. It may involve coordinating audits of classified hard drives, handling classified materials, and preparing for meetings. Depending on the company's needs, the role may involve maintaining contract, personnel, or financial files and reports. The position requires reporting to a designated work location, up to full-time.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

  • 1–3 years of administrative or office support experience

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and standard office tools

  • Active DoD Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or government program offices

  • Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks

  • Familiarity with scheduling, correspondence management, and basic document control practices

 

About the Company

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Systems Planning and Analysis

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) provides top-level decision makers with timely and objective assessments that integrate the technical, operational, programmatic, policy, and business aspects of national security issues. SPA is headquartered in Alexandria, with offices throughout Metro DC, and San Diego, CA. SPA has been recognized with awards including Government Contractor of the Year by the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, as a Best Places to Work by the Washington and San Diego Business Journals for several years, a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, and as one of DC's Healthiest Employers.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense