Brief Description SABG is hiring an Advanced Strategic Planning Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Huntsville, AL. The Advanced Analyst will support Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Executives and Senior Leaders with day-to-day mission planning.
Brief Description SABG is hiring an Advanced Strategic Planning Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Huntsville, AL. The Advanced Analyst will support Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Executives and Senior Leaders with day-to-day mission planning.
JOB TITLE Analyst (Advanced) – THAAD
CLEARANCE Must have a SECRET security clearance
LOCATION Huntsville, AL
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Responsible for providing comprehensive and dedicated support to the THAAD senior leadership and support organizations. This support includes synthesizing internal and external THAAD communications, strategic planning, internal support of critical initiatives, external liaison activities, facilitation of executive meetings and travel.
Support day-to-day mission planning, review and analyze documentation for meetings, and review other forums for daily operations, which includes consideration of programmatic context and overall THAAD program strategy.
Provide analytical results and/or recommendations, including preparation for meetings or other events. Prepare briefings, develop reports, and identify best practices for THAAD strategic planning.
Support THAAD executive leadership in their preparation for speeches and briefings to the MDA Director, National Command Authority, Department of Defense, Congress, Defense Industrial Base Partners, and International Governments/agencies.
Provide both programmatic and specialized support required by the THAAD Leadership Team.
Assist Executive or Senior Leadership with daily office operations and prioritization of events as well as staff actions based on known activities or guidance provided. Oversee the office calendar and provide recommendations to resolve issues or conflicts; coordinate impacts and changes; and provide guidance to staff for synchronization. Prepare Executive or Senior Leader for daily events, meetings, conferences, and other forums to include schedule confirmation, materials, transportation, and video-teleconferences.
Assist Executive or Senior Leadership with daily office management and document control. Review correspondence, briefings, response to inquiries, and talking points that require signature, and provide advice, status, and/or recommendations.
Communicate via ETMS2 (TMT), Teams, email, and staffing mediums.
SUPERVISION This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Capable of providing support for Programmatic and Communication techniques and processes to support stakeholder requirements. Has specialized relevant knowledge, works as a member of team, and assists with solving complex problems.
Education And Experience:
BA/BS and 6 years’ experience in administrative/business field; AA and 8 years’ experience in administrative/business field; or 15 years’ experience in administrative/business field.
Possess 3+ years’ of direct experience supporting CEO level military equivalent (Senior Executive Service (SES) or Flag Officer).
Demonstrated advanced capabilities executing day-to-day office operations and mission planning associated with senior executive level leadership including serving as an advisor and assisting with detailed planning of complex management projects, issues, and initiatives.
Proficient in advanced analytical thinking; working in a teaming environment developing corporate strategies, goals and objectives and briefing recommendations to senior leaders.
Advanced level experience planning, facilitating and conducting executive-level activities.
Proficient in preparing, reviewing and coordinating executive level correspondence.
Proficient in government travel processes and systems.
Proficient in developing and maintaining schedules including calendar synchronization of events and integration of activities for senior leaders.
Proficient in classified correspondence handling procedures.
Proficient in government task management systems.
Advanced level experience planning, facilitating and conducting organizational studies and presenting results and recommendations to senior leaders
Proficient in researching, reviewing, and preparing meeting support materials (e.g. briefings, papers, read-ahead documentation).
Experience with government time-management procedures and systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of record management processes.
Must possess high levels of communication skills (oral and written), interpersonal skills, organization, and presentation skills.
Computer Skills Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
CLEARANCE Must have an active SECRET security clearance.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
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