Executive Assistant, Washington, DC with Security ...

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, Washington, DC ***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE*** Join the team who values your skills and expertise. Cherokee Nation Mission Solutions (CNMS) is a solutions-driven global powerhouse that assists customers who need technical and professional teams, cross-border program coordination, call center management and facilities support. CNMS hires people who help us give customers the support they deserve and the quality they expect from our team - a team of experts, like you. Cherokee Nation Mission Solutions is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation''s mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. For more information, visit . SUMMARY Provides executive level administrative support services to the Office of Management Strategy and Solutions (M/SS) in the U.S. Department of State. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Maintain the Director/Deputies calendars and scheduling all high-level meetings. * Receive and review all incoming/outgoing correspondence; keep a log for tracking purposes. * Assist in managing taskers and request for information requiring the attention of the Director/Deputies for accuracy, due dates, ensuring the completion and implementation of assignments by staff are done in a timely manner, and maintain a log for tracking purposes. * Maintain a chronological log and electronic filing system of all signed correspondence, official taskers, OIG correspondence complaints, etc. * Work in tandem with the Bureau Security Officer to ensure suite security and badge access/deactivation is properly executed and documented. * Serve as Proxy on certain matters as ePerformance ratings for senior staff (via GEMS); and leave requests from senior staff. * Demonstrate intermediate proficiency in the use of Microsoft suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). * Serve as subject matter expert in various Information Technology applications such as ReserveIT, ServiceNow, and Department Notices. * Initiate S-ES/EX & GSO Work Orders, including supplies, equipment for the Front Office on request. * In support of the M/SS Front Office staff, plan and schedule foreign and domestic travel itineraries, book reservations, obtain tickets, arrange for government or commercial transportation of personnel and property, and other services related to official travel and transportation. * Serve in a liaison role among the M/SS'' directorates in relaying information about critical taskings to all M/SS Staff Assistants, in support of the Director and Deputy Director''s activities. * Assist with emergency planning and ensure the Front Office is current on Departmentwide procedures for emergency planning and continuing operations EDUCATON AND EXPERIENCE * Bachelor''s Degree or equivalent. * At least 10 years'' experience performing executive level administrative support. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Active SECRET Clearance. * Successfully pass a federal background check and a drug screen. * Proficient in Microsoft suite software, as well as Department Notices, PMARS, ReserveIT, and Service Now applications. WORK ENVIRONMENT * A climate-controlled office environment. ABOUT THE TEAM Cherokee Federal is a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, the economic engine of Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the U.S. As a trusted partner, the Cherokee Federal team of companies manages nearly 2,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, engineering and manufacturing and mission solutions portfolios - ranging from advanced data analytics and telehealth to cybersecurity, cloud and logistics. Since 2012, our team of companies has won $6 billion in government contracts and completed more than 5,300 federal missions. Our 3,600+ employees work in 20+ countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why Cherokee Federal? Visit to learn why you should join our team! COMPLIANCE Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Pursuant to U.S. Presidential Executive Order 14042, Cherokee Federal is now requiring that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by December 8th and going forward. Prospective employees will fall under this requirement and proof of vaccination will be required for on-boarding, should you be selected. Limited exemptions for religious or medical reasons will be considered. TEMPORARY NOTE: On Tuesday, Dec. 7, a federal judge issued an injunction blocking President Joe Biden''s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal contractors (EO 14042). Cherokee Federal is monitoring the court case and awaiting a final ruling. As a result of the injunction, Cherokee Federal is halting the enforcement of the mandate, however, if the injunction is lifted and the mandate remains, Cherokee Federal must reenact its vaccine requirement. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation. If you''d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please copy and paste the links to the following two sites: and If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may e-mail for assistance. This email address is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the application process or status. Please do not send email request pertaining to recruiting as this email box is not for resumes or follow up on job applications. For Pay Transparency Non Discrimination provision, please copy and paste the following link: English_formattedESQA508c.pdf We maintain an Affirmative Action Plan for proactively seeking employment and advancement for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Upon request, we will schedule time Tuesdays - Thursdays from 10:00am - 2:00pm CST to make applicable Affirmative Action Plans accessible. Please submit a written request with the email subject line: 2021 Request to View Affirmative Action Plan to the Compliance Administrator at . CNMS cherokeefederal LI-AP1

Created: 2026-04-04