Travel Coordinator

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.

We have an immediate need for a Travel Coordinator to provide onsite support out of Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will work as part of a dynamic and energetic team, directly supporting the DARPA Director’s Office. Responsibilities include managing travel for Agency Leadership, Office Directors, Military Liaison Officers, and Fellows from all military branches. Additional responsibilities include managing timecards for all government officials that report under the Director’s Office and providing supplemental support to the Correspondence Control Analyst. The ability to take on other duties as assigned, and cross-train with your teammates, is essential.

Required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• 4 years of experience that includes assisting with meeting planning, scheduling, and travel coordination
• Experience providing support to senior-level government officials, including SES
• Knowledge of the Defense Travel System (DTS) and the information required for processing automated DD forms
• Demonstrated proficiency using modern PC computer techniques, systems, and tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Excel, and SharePoint/Teams
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired

• DoD experience with at least 2 years working within a R&D organization such as DARPA
• Experience with CATMS or ETMS2 and monitoring internal and external tasks for completion and accuracy
• Experience with document or copy editing for adherence to document template requirements

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $85,000.00/Yr. - USD $120,000.00/Yr.