Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Job Family Code: A - Administrative & Facilities Services

Function/Branch: Asset Management

Directorate: Asset Management

Position Type: Casual - Part Time

Pay Type: Non-Exempt

Grade: A06 (AA0601) [SCA Job Code - 1020]

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate: $25.95 - $31.45 / hour

***This is a Causal position****

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant, supporting TOS II, at AEDC in Arnold AFB, TN. The Administrative Assistant will be working as a member of the Asset Management Directorate is responsible for supporting the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. The Asset Management Directorate performs cutting edge technology development work in support of the National Defense Strategy.

Open to internal and external candidates.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be highly organized, have effective verbal and written communication skills, be able to work with discretion and confidentiality, proven time management skills, be proactive, and be willing to continually learn new duties and skills.

Job Duties:

Works independently to provide administrative and secretarial support of a responsible and confidential nature and performs document control and records management activities to help ensure the smooth functioning of a department. Duties require accuracy, judgment, a high degree of initiative, discretion, diplomacy, and knowledge of protocol. Anticipates changing priorities and problems. Adheres to and supports the use of company policies and procedures, and good industrial and office safety practices.
• Mid to senior level position working independently to support the Asset Management organization which includes the director, branch managers, engineers, supervisors and craftsmen who support AEDC facilities and utilities operation and maintenance.
• Receives and screens phone calls directing them to the appropriate parties. Ensure coverage for management during their absence.
• Composes and distributes complex correspondence using standard word processing systems or other software applications. Keeps abreast of key issues, commitments, and priorities of manager.
• Research information and compiles briefing charts, summary reports and other presentation materials.
• Tracks and coordinates with employees any required training requirements.
• Schedules meetings, appointments and coordinates travel arrangements as needed.
• Performs as the IT Equipment Custodian for the department.
• Serves as the vehicle control officer for the department.
• Maintains office supplies ensuring supplies are available when needed.
• Develops and guides the implementation of procedures and of filing and record-keeping systems, including performing data entry and records management function.
• Support scheduling, on-boarding (DD2875 and applications), workstation equipment ordering.
• Support engineering processes associated with vaulting documents such as procedures and work instructions
• Support engineering procurement processes
• Determines action on important or emergency matters or knows whom to contact in absence of manager.
• It is a condition of employment to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus five years of applicable experience or any equivalent combination of applicable education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of grammatical rules, spelling, punctuation, required formats, technical vocabularies and terminology common to the assignment, Document Control and Records Management systems and common office procedures, and professional telephone practices.
• Ability to obtain a BNH purchasing card.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated skill in word processing and composition with a minimum typing speed of 55 wpm, and operation of standard computerized systems and other information transmission systems.
• Demonstrated skill in utilizing Microsoft Office software suite
• Effective leadership skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to access the AEDC local area network.
• Current U. S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or secretarial position
• Knowledge of AEDC and AEDC processes

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

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