• Job Description

  Req#: 14362

  ECS is seeking an Action/Staff Officer (DARPA) to work in our Arlington, VA office.

  Job Description:

  ECS is seeking an Action/Staff Officer (DARPA) to work 100% at the customer's site in Arlington, VA office.

  The BTO Front Office is recruiting an Action/Staff Officer to support the BTO Office Director on a daily basis. This position in direct support of the Office Director is critical to the BTO and DARPA’s mission. Will work closely with the BTO Front Office team on a daily basis to ensure timely, proactive and comprehensive administrative support to BTO leadership.

  Expect to handle sensitive information while exercising professionalism and discretion.

  The dynamic nature of this role requires that the successful candidate is a self-starter, taking the initiative whenever possible and thinking ahead of what the mission needs are, while displaying elite multi-project tracking and execution ability, along with exemplary time management skills. The candidate will represent the entire BTO and BTO leadership specifically, and therefore must exemplify professional demeanor across towards internal (BTO Leadership Team, DIRO Front Office, etc.) and external stakeholders.

  Successful applicants possess the following qualities and experiences:

  • Capable of cultivating productive working relationships across the Agency.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-starter who is proactive in identifying and solving problems.
  • Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
  • Comfortable interacting with high-level senior leaders · Someone who understands details matter greatly but isn’t paralyzed by them.
  • Displaying sound judgment and tact every day in one’s own actions and advising others including more senior members.
  • Very high proficiency with MS Office, project management and productivity tools.

  Primary duties and responsibilities:

  • Work directly with the Office Director (OD) daily to support all aspects of his/her daily work routine.
  • Maintain the OD’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and speaking engagements. Exercise discretion in committing time and evaluating needs.
  • Keep the OD advised of time-sensitive and priority issues, ensuring appropriate follow-up.
  • Determine priority of matters of attention for the OD; redirect matters to staff or handle individually, as appropriate.
  • Coordinate work with other BTO and DARPA staff; the EA plays a key role in the coordination of staff efforts both within and outside the office and Agency.
  • Assist in BTO Front Office activities and processes including planning, prioritization, and execution.

  Required Skills:

  • DoD TS Security Clearance.
  • A minimum of 3+ years of related experience, preferably within a government agency.
  • Able to ensure Office Director is prepared for meetings that he needs to attend and doesn't attend meetings that are non-value added.
  • Energetic, good judgment, and proactive.
  • Ability to work both independently and with team members to analyze and resolve issues expeditiously.
  • Ability to multi-task and establish priorities to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to function efficiently in a high-paced, demanding work environment.
  • Exceptional planning and time management skills.
  • Keen organizational skills.
  • Positive attitude, resourceful nature, and excellent problem-solving capabilities.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
  • US Citizen.

  Desired Skills:

  • DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance.
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or similar discipline is desired.
  • An understanding of DARPA BTO Organization
  • Government travel system DTS.

  ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

  ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

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