Administrative Assistant

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Leidos is in search of an Administrative Assistant to join the Antarctic Support Contract team. This individual will manage activities contributing to the successful day–to-day functions and administrative needs of the annual station food orders.

This position requires an experienced person with demonstrated task management expertise, superior professional demeanor, and the ability to learn and accomplish a wide variety of day-to-day responsibilities that will help ensure food order success. Taking initiative to address forecasted needs and assuring a steady completion of workload in a timely manner are key to success in this position. This individual should be a self-starter and possess a forward-thinking mentality as well as strong critical thinking skills which will allow them to identify and prioritize actions to assist the food ordering and food audit teams.

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The expected rate for this role is between $25 - $30 an hour.

This position is seasonal, and will work full time from May to December of each year.

Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date. This process could take up to 4 months.

Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.

About the Antarctic Support Contract:

Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime contractor to the National Science Foundation (NSF) in support of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). Leidos supports the NSF’s Office of Polar Program’s Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements:

• Vision: Expanding our scientific reach in Antarctica through increased operational and logistical effectiveness.

• Mission: To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class science in Antarctica and maintain its active and influential presence on the continent.

Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three geographically remote research stations; McMurdo …