Security Clearance required:

Public Trust

Do you want to make a difference? 
Cognosante employees are passionate about improving people’s lives. With an innovative mindset and an unwavering commitment to those we serve, we partner with healthcare, civilian and defense agencies to deliver exceptional public services and programs. Our multi-faceted technology and customer experience (CX) solutions achieve program outcomes, solve critical challenges and create meaningful change. Whether we are helping Veterans access healthcare faster, ensuring that members of the military complete their missions safely, or helping people obtain health insurance, our work touches millions of people. Are you ready to make a difference?

Come Join Our Team 
Our Client has engaged us to help them oversee the financial system platform implementation and standup of their multiple sub-agencies. This crucial, long-term effort requires a dedicated and passionate team to assist in most components of the Agency.
 
What is the position? 
The Federal Director and Associate Director require an Executive Assistant, who can handle their scheduling and presentation needs, as they manage many different projects simultaneously.
 
What will I get to do?  

• Manage JPMO calendar, including identification and scheduling of meeting rooms and coordinating use of necessary DHS communication media (e.g. phone lines, web-based presentations, projectors, etc.) to best facilitate each JPMO-hosted meeting
• Manage Program Manager’s (PM) and Deputy Program Manager’s (DPM) calendars, providing expert input on priority of meeting requests and requirement for PM or DPM to attend
• Schedule meetings on behalf of PM and DPM, including coordinating time as needed to ensure participation of other executive-level attendees
• Identify and coordinate with suitable backups to attend meetings in lieu of PM or DPM as needed
• Develop briefing materials and logistical support for all JPMO-led meetings and briefings. This includes having situational awareness of JPMO activities to provide, at a minimum, first drafts for all materials with suitable content. Coordinate with Branch Chiefs and other JPMO stakeholders to validate and refine draft materials. Ensure materials are developed timely to meet DHS and OCFO review requirements. Provide materials to PM and/or DPM for review one (1) business day in advance of due date
• Write agendas, briefing memos, and supporting material for executive-level meeting as required by DHS and OCFO protocols. Validate content with Branch Chiefs and JPMO stakeholders as necessary, providing for PM and/or DPM review one (1) business day in advance of due date
• Track action items from all Executive Steering Committees, Executive Stakeholder Briefs, Deputy Under Secretary for Management briefs, and other meetings as required

 
What qualifications do I need? 

• US Citizen able to pass a government level background check and obtain a Public Trust
• High School Diploma or GED, an associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in business highly desirable
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Experience supporting senior level managers

 
What additional characteristics will help me thrive?  

• Current or Recent experience supporting DHS
• Experience working with multiple managers in a government contracting environment
• Experience working with Federal or financial systems

What We Offer  

Our mission is to provide comprehensive and competitive pay, benefits, services, and programs to eligible employees and their dependents that:  

• Ensure optimal health and productivity of our employees   

• Support employee retention and attraction  

• Provide work/life balance to ensure our employees succeed inside and outside of the office  

Compensation

$77,059.11 - $124,450.68

The pay range for this job is determined by various factors, including but not necessarily limited to location, responsibilities of the job, and alignment with market data. When determining a salary for this role, the following factors may be taken into consideration - contract-specific affordability, education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience. The estimate displayed represents the salary range for this position and is just one component of Cognosante’s total compensation package for employees. It is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee. 

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