Program Support Specialist

AnaVation
Fort Belvoir, VA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with administrative and operational experience who thrive in a government or military environment and can handle frequent travel and complex task coordination.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior administrative support experience in government or military settings
    — “previous experience in a program support or administrative role, preferably within a government or military environment”
  • Individuals who can manage multiple complex projects and ensure timely execution
    — “the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously”
  • Professionals with a proactive mindset and strong communication skills for cross-organizational collaboration
    — “ability to work across multiple organizations to identify and solve project challenges”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a Secret Security Clearance, which may involve background checks and time to obtain
    — “Active Secret Security Clearance”
  • Candidates must be prepared for occasional travel and non-standard hours for event support
    — “occasional travel up to 25% (events, recruitment fairs)”
  • The position demands physical mobility and may not be suitable for those with limited movement
    — “Role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 10lbs and general mobility throughout the workday”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with international protocol and logistics in your resume and interview responses
    — “Coordinate and support engagements involving international partners”
  • Emphasize your ability to track reports and action items with precision and timeliness
    — “Proven ability to understand, process, prepare and track reports and processes”
  • Demonstrate your proactive problem-solving approach with specific examples from your past work
    — “Pro-active problem-solving skills”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • efficient execution of daily operations
  • timely completion of assigned tasks
  • accurate documentation
Typical background
program supportadministrative roles

Skills & requirements

Required

Administrative SupportProject CoordinationCustomer ServiceMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationProblem-solving

Preferred

Government/military Experience

Stack & domain

Administrative SupportTraining ProgramsTask ManagementMeeting CoordinationLogisticsProtocol ConsiderationsReport PreparationCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Office ApplicationsOrganizational SkillsCommunicationAttention To DetailProblem-solvingTeamworkCustomer FocusGovernmentMilitary

About the role

Original posting from AnaVation via Lever

Be Challenged and Make a Difference 

In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. 

AnaVation is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Program Support Specialist to provide administrative and operational support located at Fort Belvoir, VA. The ideal candidate will be a versatile and organized individual capable of managing multiple tasks while ensuring the smooth execution of daily operations and special events. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to handle sensitive information, and a commitment to supporting the mission.   

Responsibilities include:

The selected candidate will provide comprehensive support to the Operations Support Branch, ensuring efficient execution of personnel, administrative, and training-related activities. Key responsibilities include

Coordinate onboarding for new civilian employees, recruitment, support education and training programs, and perform a wide range of administrative tasks that contribute to overall branch operations.

Track, route, and monitor taskers; ensure deadlines are met; maintain accurate documentation and status updates.

Plan, schedule, and support meetings, ceremonies, briefings, and special events; manage logistics, materials, and on-site execution.

Coordinate and support engagements involving international partners; assist with scheduling, protocol considerations, documentation, and logistics for multinational meetings, visits, and collaborative events.

Perform a wide range of administrative duties, including monitoring deadlines, tracking action items, and ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks

Monitor and refine work products, processes, and workflows as necessary.

Proactively identify actions and provide accurate, professional assessments.

Research information and prepare reports and/or briefs.

Provide customer service tasks for senior leadership.

Required Qualifications::

  • 3+ years of related experience
  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
  • Strong customer focus
  • Proven ability to understand, process, prepare and track reports and processes
  • The ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Pro-active problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work across multiple organizations to identify and solve project challenges
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 10lbs and general mobility throughout the workday
  • Flexible hours on occasion (weekends or evenings depending on the event)
  • Occasional travel up to 25% (events, recruitment fairs)

Desired Qualifications::

  • BA/BS in a business-related field or an additional 2 years of related experience
  • Previous experience in a program support or administrative role, preferably within a government or military environment

Compensation:

Please note: The listed salary range reflects our market-based compensation structure. Final compensation will depend on business needs, local market conditions, internal equity, and the selected candidate’s skills, education, and experience.   

Benefits 

        Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 

        100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 

        100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 

        100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 

        401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting 

        Competitive Pay 

        Generous paid leave and holiday package 

        Tuition and training reimbursement 

        Life and AD&D Insurance

About AnaVation 

AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team.  

If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! 

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Source: AnaVation careers (Lever)

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