Administrative Assistant (Temporary 6-10 Weeks) (Secret Clearance Required))

Mahalo for your interest in this role! Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit dawsonohana.comPay: $38.79 per hour with an additional $4.93 Health and Welfare per hour (40 hours)Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret ClearanceDuration: Temporary (6-10 weeks) Job Title: Administrative AssistantPosition Summary: The highly organized and detail-driven candidate will provide Administrative Assistant support to a government agency in Arlington, VA. They must be customer-focused, punctual, proactive, collaborative, and flexible, with the ability to build strong working relationships with staff and customers at all levels.ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to the Director of the Command Logistics DepartmentMaintain databases and recordsReceive visitors and phone callsManage calendars for the Director and TeamOperate office equipment, including computers, typewriters, faxes, printers, and copiersAssist in developing business processes and procedures for Command Logistics operationsDraft, edit, and type various documents, including, but not limited to, memos, letters, spreadsheets, and presentations in electronic and paper mediaEnter space management and Health Club related information into computer databases and spreadsheets using various databases such as Microsoft Access, Excel, and SharePointMaintain logistics correspondence and Health Club membership records, logs, and filesCoordinate services with the Mailroom ClerkAssist in conducting internal studies and draft reports on space management related issuesAssist in the preparation and execution of meetings and conferences.Manage facilities requests and act as a liaison between customers and contractor personnelManage the department’s SharePoint siteOperate the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and Real-Time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS)Provide backup support to the Common Access Card (CAC) and Supply Room departmentsPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsUS CitizenshipActive DoD SECRET ClearancePossess an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university and/or have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as an Administrative Assistant.Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePointDAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.DAWSON’s career portal utilizes a third-party applicant tracking system that allows us to send and receive messages, along with our official DAWSON email addresses. Recruiting emails from DAWSON will only come from @dawsonohana.com or @msg.clrco.com. DAWSON will never: Ask you to send money or purchase equipment as part of the hiring process; Require you to download any apps to interview such as Teams, WhatsApp, etc.; Conduct interviews via Teams chat or messaging-only platforms; or Request banking information outside of secure onboarding steps. To verify current opportunities, use this official careers page. If you are ever unsure about DAWSON roles and communications, contact us at recruiting@dawsonohana.com before taking action.