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Job Description:
As an Administrative Manager at Parsons, you will join a fast-paced team supporting mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and DoD. Become part of a diverse group of 500 professionals delivering expertise in administrative management, operations, and organizational support across Aberdeen Proving Ground and Edgewood, Maryland, for a portfolio of efforts spanning 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million. The ideal candidate is highly organized and experienced in coordinating and optimizing administrative services, ensuring efficient operations that advance Army modernization and support to the warfighter.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage administrative services including payroll, conference planning, travel, records management, and supply distribution.
Oversee secretarial, reception, information processing, mail, materials scheduling, printing, telecommunications, security, parking, and property management functions.
Implement procedures to improve productivity, efficiency, and customer service across the organization.
Acquire, distribute, and store supplies; oversee disposal of surplus or unclaimed property as needed.
Ensure the physical workplace is aligned with organizational needs and supports operational effectiveness.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational goals and initiatives.
Prepare reports, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or completion of formal Military/DOD intelligence training (14 years with military/DOD training, in intelligence areas will be considered in lieu of degree )
Minimum of 10 years of related professional experience
Active TS/SCI is required
Prior experience with administrative experience to include: payroll, travel arrangements, records management and supply distribution is required.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
Experience in one or more intelligence domains (e.g., counterterrorism, cybersecurity, border security).
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Fluency in or active usage of relevant languages is a plus.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or completion of formal Military/DOD intelligence training (14 years with military/DOD training in intelligence areas considered in lieu of degree)
- Minimum of 10 years of related professional experience
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Prior administrative experience including payroll, travel arrangements, records management, and supply distribution
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills
- Experience in one or more intelligence domains (e.g., counterterrorism, cybersecurity, border security)
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Fluency in or active usage of relevant languages
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
