Travel Specialist – DTS / JTR Defense Travel - DARPA

Chimera Enterprises International • Arlington, VA

11d • $85,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are hiring a Travel Specialist to manage domestic and international travel for a defense research organization. This role requires deep expertise with the Defense Travel System (DTS), Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), and Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• 4–6+ years of experience as a travel clerk or travel specialist supporting Government travel.
• Demonstrated experience with DTS, JTR, GTCC policies, and foreign clearance processes.
• Secret clearance or higher, with eligibility for additional access as required by the work location.
• Strong knowledge of Department of Defense travel rules and processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with DTS and related travel systems.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience supporting DARPA or other Department of Defense agencies in travel planning.
• Experience processing international and OCONUS travel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate travel arrangements for Government personnel, including preparing travel authorizations and vouchers in DTS and ensuring they comply with applicable travel regulations and organizational policies.
• Help travelers understand requirements, gather needed information, and ensure that all documentation is accurate and complete.
• Research and interpret travel regulations and policies, provide guidance on allowable expenses, and support resolution of travel-related questions or issues.
• Review both manual and system-generated travel vouchers and authorizations for accuracy and compliance, and help correct any discrepancies.
• Administer aspects of the GTCC program, supporting users with card-related questions, and monitoring for compliance with established rules.
• Process passport and visa applications as needed and research foreign clearance requirements to support international travel.
• Work with commercial ticketing offices and leverage GSA City Pair fares where appropriate.
• Maintain a strong customer-service focus while ensuring adherence to policy and efficient travel processing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED