Management Analyst SMEQuantico, VA
The Management Analyst SME reports to and receives work direction from the Project Manager and will provide support that includes the following activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Responsible for handling requests requiring researching problem areas, drafting reports or other documents, inputting, deleting, retrieving, manipulating, and correcting information in automated databases or electronic records
- Prepare and present Service or Joint Correspondence
- Prepare strategic documents for executive level approval
- Prepare strategic communications strategy for executive level approval
- Consult with non-technical audiences on technical problems, work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented environment, and balance long- and short-term tasks
- Develop and maintain personal and professional contacts with senior civilian and military leaders and officials within DoD
- Lead groups, negotiate compromises, and influence key leaders, customers and stakeholders involving problems or policy issues
- Prepare correspondence, read ahead, reports, and other written materials for senior DOD officials
- Work with stakeholders to adjudicate input to decision packages, resolve conflicts regarding oversight and governance processes within the organization
- Write briefings, decision memorandums, and other materials for senior DoD leadership
- Responsible for project team manning and performance
- Participate in headquarters meetings and functions related to contract execution and project management duties
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described
EDUCATION- Post-Graduate Degree required
- Attendance at Top Level School desired
EXPERIENCE- Prior experience in a Pentagon staff / action officer position
- Experience with classified information to include derivative classification requirements, original classification authority processes, and the process for declassifying information
- 20+ years of experience working in the Department of Defense
CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIESRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines and competing requirements. Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills. Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to design and write clear communications and present training programs
- Ability to identify stakeholders, foster collaboration, lead groups, develop and advocate positions, and negotiate compromises in a multifunctional environment
- Ability to recognize poorly defined problems and convert them into questions for which practical quantitative solutions can be defined
- Flexibility and the ability to take initiative, and be innovative to succeed in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment, composing client deliverable quality documentation, analysis, and reports
- Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent detail oriented, organizational, planning and prioritization skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to be a self-starter and work collaboratively with others
WORKING CONDITIONS- Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus
SPECIAL POSITION NOTATIONS- Requires 5% - 10% travel
- Extended workdays and weekend work may be required
SECURITY CLEARANCE- A Secret security clearance is required for this position
ESTIMATED COMPENSATIONThis position description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. The company maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.
