Executive Administrative Assistant - Secret Clearance

Corner Alliance•Washington, DC

8d•$85,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Corner Alliance is seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant with 7+ years of experience to join their team. This role supports a Federal government client, serving as a trusted partner to senior leaders and program teams. The position provides high-level administrative and operational support to ensure efficient office operations, foster collaboration, and allow leaders to focus on strategic priorities. Responsibilities include executive scheduling, meeting coordination, task management, travel preparation, briefing support, and facilitating communication across diverse teams and offices.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience OR A Master’s Degree and 5 years of experience
Experience providing executive, administrative, or operational support within a Federal agency or Federal contracting environment
Must be detail oriented with demonstrated experience in meeting coordinating, task tracking, calendar reconciliation, and travel preparation
Must have experience generating reports and developing briefs
Possess the ability to foster external relationships with key stakeholders for meeting coordination
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Demonstrated emotional intelligence, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to build rapport with individuals at all levels of an organization
Must have an active SECRET security clearance
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting the Department of Homeland Security
Coachability
Ability to navigate challenges unflappably
Resourcefulness in learning new skills
Innovation in challenging the status quo
Excellent writing skills
Analytical thinking
Skilled in prioritization
Rapport builder with clients and colleagues

Responsibilities

Performing routine executive-level tasks to include but not limited to scheduling, drafting internal memos, creating briefing materials, and coordinating leadership, program, and office meetings, including agendas, notes, and follow-up actions
Taking creative direction and work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
Managing, maintaining, and de-conflicting calendars for senior leaders and program stakeholders
Managing electronic records, action trackers, briefing materials, and collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams) to support office operations
Coordinating all meetings and conference calls to include scheduling with other attendees, scheduling conference rooms, and all external facing meetings
Arranging travel for staff as assigned to include local, domestic, international, and invitational travel
Ensuring appropriate routing, review, clearance, and submission of leadership correspondence, decision memoranda, and other high-priority documents
Maintaining records (hardcopy and electronic) in accordance with Applicable Management Directives
Performing ad-hoc administrative duties as requested by the federal staff
Serve as a trusted liaison and relationship manager across government stakeholders, contractor teams, and partner organizations to facilitate communication and information sharing
Maintain awareness of emerging priorities, organizational developments, and stakeholder needs to proactively identify opportunities to improve coordination and support leadership decision-making
Act as a connector across teams by fostering strong working relationships and ensuring critical information reaches the appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner
Support leadership in identifying, tracking, and coordinating strategic engagements that contribute to organizational priorities and mission advancement
Identify and elevate emerging trends, stakeholder interests, or collaboration opportunities that may inform strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives
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