Position Description :

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy- Serco has a great opportunity for you! This position will be on a dynamic team, supporting Team Submarine. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors.

Dixon Hicks, former submarine major command and commanding officer, https://www.linkedin.com/in/dixonhicks/, leads the Submarine Industrial Base (SIB)/Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) support for this high-performing contractor team supporting NAVSEA.

Team Submarine’s Submarine Program Offices are responsible for:

The acquisition of COLUMBIA Class Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the class. The program is a major defense acquisition program and is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The acquisition of VIRGINIA Class Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy’s newest class of nuclear attack submarines. The program is a major defense acquisition program with a total life cycle cost of approximately $336B. Additionally, successful improvement of the Class' capabilities is of significant political importance with Congress and the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD).

The SSN(X) Office is responsible for the acquisition and design of the future fast attack submarine and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E) and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E) of the future submarine. The future Attack Submarine will be designed to retain multi-mission capability and sustained combat presence in denied waters with a focus on greater speed, stealth, and horizontal payloads and salvo rates.

You must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Serco supports the US Navy as a prime for their Team Submarine contract supporting the acquisition of submarines. The Team Submarine concept unifies once diverse submarine-related activities into a single submarine-centric organization with the goal of eliminating traditional stovepipe structures and processes that created impediments and inefficiencies in the submarine research, development, acquisition, and maintenance communities. Team Submarine provides improved communication among the various offices that contribute to the overall success of the United States Submarine Force.

Serco-NA is seeking a motivated individual to provide administrative related assistance to the Submarine/Maritime Industrial Base Director in PEO SSBN by the SES Director in support of their efforts related to the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB). This individual will assist in supporting the directorate who oversee several directors that are involved in industrial workforce engagement, supply chain related issues within the industrial base, and promoting advance technology to the numerous suppliers within the SIB/MIB environment. MIB has been tasked to address the industry that supports the construction and maintenance of the nation’s submarines and other maritime ships. Each of these directorates under the SES operate remotely across the US and manage the efforts of several subject matter experts who are dispersed in various locations. You will be entrusted to assist in the management of calendars, contacts, travel, correspondence, action items and a host of other administrative functions in a very fast paced and dynamic environment overseeing dozens of people operating remotely across the US. If your desire is to make a difference in the construction and sustainment of the US Navy Submarine force, this position is ideal. This position will be onsite at the Washington Navy yard supporting the SES in charge of MIB with occasional hybrid option depending upon the SES’s schedule.

Desired Skills

General Duties

In this role, you will provide administrative support in various capacities, including but not limited to:

Office Management: Organize and manage office operations and procedures, including scheduling, correspondence, filing, and data entry to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
Document Preparation: Prepare, proofread, and edit documents, presentations, and reports to support business processes and project objectives.
Meeting Coordination: Schedule and coordinate meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and tracking action items to ensure effective communication and follow-up.
Travel and Expense Management: Arrange travel logistics and process travel expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
Communication Support: Act as a point of contact for internal and external communications, including handling inquiries, directing calls, and distributing correspondence.
Project Assistance: Provide administrative support to various projects, including maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, and assisting with project-related tasks as needed.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and databases, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality, in compliance with company policies and government regulations.
Supplies Management: Manage office supplies inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary materials and placing orders as needed.

Qualifications:

To be sucessful in this role, you will have:

- High School Diploma/GED is required with a minimum of four years of experience in an administrative support role, preferably in a government or defense-related environment.
- Experience as an executive assistant preferably supporting an SES or flag officer within the NAVSEA front office environment is desired.
- Reporting to work at the Navy Yard 5 days a week except for government holidays is expected with occasional exceptions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work under deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Level Security Clearance.
- Travel may be required up to 10%
- Experience in supporting Navy or DoD-related programs.
- Familiarity with government contracting processes.
- Knowledge of document management systems.
- Active NMCI account and CAC (Common Access Card) are a plus.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $86,539.03 to $140,624.86; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Company Overview :

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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