Special Assistant Job Listing at SAIC in Arlington, VA (Job ID 2612210-OTHLOC-100000624263919)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Special Assistant to provide exceptional support to the Department of War (DoW) Director of the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC). This is an exciting position that requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional seeking to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and contribute to significant national defense initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure the day-to-day operational success of the Director.

This position is full-time on site in Washington, DC.

Job Description:

• In coordination with the Director's Executive Assistant, efficiently manage and optimize the Senior Leader's complex and fast-moving schedule.
• Assist with prioritization and de-confliction of meetings and events to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Track high priority initiatives for the Director and work with OSC teams to execute strategic projects and efforts.  
• Ensure preparedness for all meetings and events and accompany the Director to ensure smooth logistics and track action items.
• Prepare briefing materials, organizing files, and maintain sensitive documents.
• Anticipate the needs of leadership by proactively identifying potential issues and providing innovative solutions to address them swiftly.
• Exercise independent judgment in coordinating cross‑functional initiatives, assessing priorities, and making recommendations that support the Director's strategic objectives.
• Conduct research, analyze information, and prepare executive‑level summaries or recommendations to inform leadership decision‑making on complex organizational and strategic matters.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors and three (3) years or more of related experience; Masters and one year of related experience.

Required Clearance:

• No clearance required to start. Must be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance upon employment.
• US Citizenship required.

Required Skills:

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with senior leaders, team members, and external partners.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities with flexibility and resilience.
• High level of initiative and self-motivation, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and anticipating the needs of customer.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).