DoD Program Coordinator (GAO/IG)

Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem-solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around Respect, Engagement, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence in everything we do for our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

We are looking for a dynamic DOD Program Coordinator to support the office of the Executive Secretary within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD(P&R)).

This position will report to a CATHEXIS task lead who will assist them with their transition into their day-to-day responsibility of supporting our client. They will join a larger CATHEXIS team that supports other OUSD(P&R) offices.

The DOD Program Coordinator will provide critical administrative and organizational support to senior-level decision makers within OUSD(P&R).  They will regularly coordinate with stakeholders within the Department of Defense (DoD) and with other government agencies to manage tasks and ensure timely and accurate execution of the program goals. The work location of this position is at the Pentagon.

Responsibilities: 

• Provides administrative services to the Office of the Executive Secretary (ESD), to include processing of Government Accountability Office (GAO) inquiries, responses, and inspector general (IG) audits
• Utilizing the Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS), organizes, processes, and responds to GAO / IG inquiries within the OUSD P&R portfolio
• Delegates assignments to subordinate offices as required; effectively communicates timelines and monitors suspense dates.  Follows up with assigned offices as required.
• Maintains weekly and monthly tracking system to measure organizational efficiency; provides regular updates to leadership
• Coordinates with government lead on identification of priorities and assigned tasking.
• Maintains polices and procedures specific to the GAO/IG portfolio; provides recommendations for future efficiencies/improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Highly preferred or additional 4 years of DoD equivalent experience will be considered
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience supporting DoD programs required
• Experience with the Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS) or other similar systems required
• Experience working with or knowledge of the Government Accountability Office and Inspector General (preferred)
• Current Secret Clearance Required

Skills:

• Organized with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask, track multiple due dates, and adapt to shifting priorities
• Experience working in or supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense (preferred)
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Experience with standard MS Office suite products and SharePoint
• Ability to maintain consistent performance in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Skilled in communicating effectively and maintaining good working relations with diverse groups.

CATHEXIS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability EEO IS THE LAW. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by contacting info@cathexiscorp.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Recruiting Department RecruitingTeam@cathexiscorp.com

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources