Administrative Support Specialist

Copperhead Technologies, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a dedicated professional with a proven track record of success to join our team. The Administrative Support Specialist will support our work with FEMA and the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims located in Santa Fe, NM. The Administrative Support Specialist will be responsible for assisting the FEMA team in a number of administrative duties including customer service, data entry, document development, correspondence, adhering to federal guidance and policy, records management, and evaluating various types of administrative documents.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Support on-site operations
• Take and distribute meeting minutes
• Maintain calendars and schedule appointments
• Prepare, route, track, scan, distribute and file correspondence
• Create and maintain electronic and hard copy files
• Perform data entry, filing, faxing, copying, and assembly of administrative packages
• Assist with general office administration, and other administrative duties as assigned

Candidates are not required to be local in Sante Fe, NM but they must be willing to support on-site on a 6-10 shift schedule for 90-days at a time.

Travel, lodging and per diem are provided.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• 50%+ / Frequent travel.

Copperhead Technologies, an operating firm of Command Holdings, a Pequot company, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At Copperhead Technologies, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. Copperhead Technologies is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

Copperhead Technologies will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

Copperhead Technologies is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act. 

Copperhead Technologies Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma and five years of combined experience providing administrative support.
• Administrative experience related to policy interpretation. 
• Knowledge and proficiency in administrative activities. 
• Understanding and experience using technology to perform administrative functions. 
• Must be willing to support on-site on a 6-10 shift schedule for 60/90-days at a time.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to pass a federal background investigation including fingerprinting.
• Must be able to obtain DHS suitability.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Copperhead Technologies will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• 5 years of experience providing administrative support.
• Previous support/experience with FEMA.

Copperhead Technologies offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Eligibility requirements apply.