Job Description

Overview

ARServices delivers innovative program management, financial, technical, and advisory solutions that advance national security missions across the Federal Government. With deep expertise supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and other national security agencies, we help our customers address complex Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) and CBRNE challenges through responsive, mission-focused solutions that strengthen operational readiness and protect the nation. Build a career that supports the mission. ARServices partners with defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies to solve complex national security challenges. Explore opportunities to join our team at https://arslimited.com/careers/

Why Work at ARServices?

At ARServices, your work has purpose. Every day, our employees help solve complex challenges that strengthen national security and support critical government missions. We invest in talented professionals by fostering a collaborative, mission-focused culture where innovation is encouraged, contributions are recognized, and career growth is supported. Guided by our core values of Agility, Reliability, and Success, we empower our people to make an impact, both for our customers and for the future.

Position Description

ARServices is seeking an experienced Staff Action Control Officer (SACO) / Action Officer and Correspondence Analyst to provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Chemical and Biological Department, Research Operations Division (RD-CBC). This cross-functional role is ideal for a highly organized professional who can keep the business of the Chemical and Biological (CB) Department moving—managing schedules, preparations, suspenses, taskers, and official correspondence—while supporting Warfighter engagements and integrating with A&AS teams that support acquisition, PPBE, and research oversight.

The SACO will serve as Tasker Manager backup, meeting organizer, and focal point for correspondence across the Division. You will ensure senior leadership has appropriate visibility and decision opportunities, coordinate official Department-level correspondence, support limited budget and acquisition tasks, and serve as backup to the Division PMO A&AS Lead, including ETMS2 tasker support.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Perform Staff Action Control duties to ensure the daily business of the Department has appropriate senior leadership visibility and opportunity for decision, including offering advice on how to address leadership challenges.
• Support the planning and execution of Warfighter engagements such as Chem Bio Operational Analysis (CBOA).
• Support the planning and execution of key initiatives related to disease surveillance capabilities, including synchronizing related activities (not developing the capabilities).
• Support coordination of official Department-level correspondence, including receiving, reviewing, and coordinating documents for signature across CB Divisions.
• Track multiple documents being routed simultaneously (all DTRA Form 1s and other required documents) and work with leadership to ensure signatures are returned in a timely manner.
• Attend and take minutes during the weekly Senior Leader meeting.
• Support Acquisition and PPBE tasks, including attending contract planning discussions for FAR-based contracts, Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements, and SBIR/STTR actions; taking minutes; and offering advice.
• Attend and take minutes during Initial Strategy Session / Acquisition Strategy Review (ISS/ASR) meetings.
• Manage and perform Purchase Request processes (e.g., Internal Strategy Session, PR packet creation and monitoring) at the CBC Division level.
• Coordinate and consolidate complex technical, programmatic, and strategic responses to support Division initiatives for internal and external audiences.
• Support task management across the Department and serve as primary backup to the CB Department-level Tasker Manager, including coordinating Department-level responses requiring input from multiple Divisions.
• Provide support to CBC, CBE, and A&AS leadership, including special projects such as bi-annual S&T Conference planning, as deconflicted with SACO duties.
• Collect submissions from all CB Divisions and compile them into a single document for bi-weekly submission to the DASD-CB office.
• Collect information regarding senior leader events for submission to the RD Front Office (RD Staff Meeting input).
• Assist in collecting slides and conducting roll-call during meetings when the CBC lead is absent.
• Provide meeting scheduling and facilitation for CB Department-level meetings.
• Provide oversight of senior leader communication activities (e.g., All Hands, CB Senior Leader Meeting, bi-weekly DASD-CB updates, RD Weekly Activity Report, and Outreach Communication coordination).
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the CB defense community.
• Create briefings and products for both technical and senior leader audiences.
• Support, if directed, international S&T actions such as coordination with the DTRA Foreign Disclosure Office.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; and/or a degree in a science field (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics) with experience managing executive-level correspondence with external agencies.
• 10+ years of relevant experience with a BS, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills.
• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; ability to quickly learn new IT systems and software.

Security Clearance Requirements

Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Location & Travel

This is a full-time position based at DTRA Headquarters in Fort Belvoir, VA, with minimal travel expected.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data visualization expertise using the Power BI suite.
• Experience with the DoD Joint Chemical Biological Defense Program (CBDP).
• Understanding of tactical through strategic CWMD considerations.
• Hands-on experience with CWMD defense equipment.
• Knowledge of Joint Chemical Biological Defense Program systems (e.g., JSCBIS/JICAP) and GFEBS.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, preferably with experience in the Joint CBDP.

Total Rewards

At ARServices, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, meaningful career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, professional development opportunities, and employee wellness resources. Eligible employees may also participate in additional company-sponsored programs and benefits. We are proud to foster a culture built on Agility, Reliability, and Success, where employees are recognized for their contributions and empowered to grow their careers while supporting critical national security missions.

Compensation at ARServices is determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including education, relevant experience, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, internal equity, external market considerations, geographic location, security clearance level, contract labor category and funding requirements, organizational needs, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full-time status. Actual starting compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and the factors identified above.

Posted Salary Range

USD $83,898 - $161,266 / Yr.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ARServices is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

ARServices is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform the essential functions of a position, or access other employment benefits, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance.