Business Operations Support Administrator

Business Operations Support Administrator

Job Category: Project and Program Management

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:
Support a high-visibility team at the center of U.S. Central Command operations. As a Business Operations Support Administrator, you’ll play an important role in maintaining smooth daily operations and supporting interagency coordination efforts. This position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with discretion in a secure environment.

Note: This is a temporary position with an estimated period of performance of 2 to 6 months. It’s ideal for professionals who are mission-driven, adaptable, and ready to make an immediate impact.


Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide operational support to help ensure the efficient functioning of the J3 Interagency Action Group:

Strategic Knowledge Management

• Operate with minimal supervision and exercises independent judgment in developing and implementing knowledge management strategies that directly support operational and strategic objectives of US CENTCOM

Workflow Management

• Independently, prioritize, assign and track progress of tasks to various teams supporting the client’s mission.
• Lead cross-functional teams to evaluate and improve procedures and communication with US CENTCOM Counternarcotics interagency partners (FBI, CIA, DEA, NEA, Homeland Security, CBP, TSA) ensuring alignment with evolving Governmental directives and interagency operational requirements
• Work independently to identify, prioritize, and manage emergent issues within the Division work scope
• Participate inworking Groups, Program Management Reviews providing insights on technical, programmatic and financial questions

Calendar & Event Coordination

• Develop and implement scheduling protocols and strategic calendar management practices for senior staff, ensuring optimal time allocation in support of mission-critical priorities.
• Manage and maintain calendars for senior staff, including scheduling and travel arrangements.
• Support the planning and execution of meetings, conferences, and events.

Internal & External Communication

• Prepare and draft correspondence in accordance with CENTCOM protocols and procedures. Correspondence will include but not be limited to operational directives, action item responses, program execution evaluations and status
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute routine correspondence, reports, and briefings.

Document & Records Management

• Maintain secure filing systems and ensure compliance with classified material handling requirements.
• Follow established procedures for storing and disposing of sensitive information.

Team & Personnel Support

• Train new hires—both government and contractor staff— and provide subject matter expertise on various client and office systems, applications, and other daily initiatives that support the client’s mission
• Provide administrative support to team members as needed, including data entry and report formatting.
• Assist with onboarding activities and training coordination for incoming personnel.

Financial & Travel Administration

• Track and report office-related expenses; assist with budget documentation.
• Coordinate travel using the Defense Travel System (DTS) and ensure compliance with regulations.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to CENTCOM security protocols and administrative procedures.
• Support periodic security checks and audits.

Office Management

• Support day-to-day business operations and maintain an organized office environment.
• Assist with the preparation of operational reports and administrative documentation.
• Help manage vendor coordination and inventory tracking.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Demonstrated ability to think independently and critically, anticipate client needs, and prioritize tasks — including high-profile requests f