Special Assistant Job Listing at SAIC in Washington, DC (Job ID 2613904)

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.

 

"The salary for this position will be determined based on education, experience, and skills."

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors and three (3) years or more of related experience; Masters and one year of related experience
• No clearance required to start; Ability to obtain a TS/SCI required to maintain employment.
• US citizenship.
• 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).

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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