Administrative Assistant V (Washington)
Description Job Title: Administrative Assistant V Job Code: ADM326 Location: Washington, DC Reports to: Program Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority Prepared Date: 10/15/2026 A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify. This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. Position Summary: The Administrative Assistant V provides executive-level administrative support to the Chief of Protocol and S/CPR leadership. This position coordinates complex administrative activities, executive calendars, meetings, travel, correspondence, briefings, reports, and official engagements. The Administrative Assistant V handles sensitive and confidential information, supports operational planning and protocol activities, and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely completion of S/CPR mission requirements. Compensation & Benefits: Starting Salary Range for Administrative Assistant V: $80,000–$90,000 annually. Benefits That Set Us Apart When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work. Highlights include: - Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security - Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most - Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage - Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options - Short-term and long-term disability coverage - Paid holidays - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options - Professional development, training, and certification support - Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are. Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply. Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: Includes the following: - Provide executive-level administrative support to the Chief of Protocol and S/CPR leadership. - Manage and coordinate calendars, meetings, conferences, briefings, and official engagements. - Schedule and coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including preparation of travel documentation and related administrative requirements. - Prepare, review, and format correspondence, memoranda, briefings, reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other executive-level documents. - Collect, review, analyze, and summarize complex and/or sensitive information to support decision-making and operational planning. - Develop and maintain reports, tracking tools, charts, budget documents, and presentation materials. - Respond to, coordinate, or appropriately route priority, sensitive, and confidential inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. - Draft correspondence and communications on behalf of S/CPR leadership as directed. - Support planning and execution of protocol events, meetings, official functions, and office activities. - Maintain administrative records, files, databases, and documentation in accordance with Department policies and procedures. - Track office actions, deadlines, deliverables, and follow-up items to ensure timely completion. - Coordinate with internal Department offices, external partners, vendors, and stakeholders to support S/CPR requirements. - Assist with workload planning and may provide guidance or direction to other administrative support personnel as required. - Utilize advanced word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and analytical software applications to complete assigned tasks. - Perform other related administrative duties as assigned in support of S/CPR mission requirements. Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory/management authority Basic Qualifications: - Demonstrated experience providing administrative support to senior executives, leadership teams, or complex organizations. - Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and related administrative tools. - Experience preparing executive correspondence, reports, briefings, and presentation materials. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate independently with minimal supervision. - Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. - Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion. - Ability to coordinate meetings, events, travel, and administrative activities involving multiple stakeholders. - This position requires a TS/SCI clearance. - Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Company Information: Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Systems Solutions, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com. CherokeeFederal AppC Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. In compliance with Washington D.C.’s Wage Transparency Act, the estimated annual salary range for this position is $80,000–$90,000. Actual compensation is based on qualifications and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.
