Job Description: Senior Operational Analyst SME
Quantico, VA
The Senior Operational Analyst SME reports to and receives work direction from the CEO. The Senior Analyst SME 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 correspondences, 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
Lead the day-to-day execution of client efforts and support executive level committees
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 / Service Headquarters 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/COMPETENCIES
Required 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
SECURITY CLEARANCE
A Secret security clearance is required for this position
