Position: Operations Specialist 

Requisition #: 265

Location: Patuxent River, MD

Work Environment: On-Site 

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000

Position Type: Exempt

Clearance Requirement: Secret, Top Secret preferred

Davis Defense Group ("DDG") has secured a stellar reputation as one of the premier small businesses in the aerospace and defense industry, steadfastly supporting the Department of Defense since 2002. A critical combination of vision and dedication to excellence has helped our customers achieve numerous significant milestones on schedule and within budget. Today we employ over 700 personnel around the globe in a mix of analytical, advisory, technical, and support positions. The common thread across our organization is our commitment to our customers and an unwavering dedication to our principle motto: "Services you need. Integrity you can count on". 

Primary Responsibilities - Operations:

• Monitor visitor access, maintain security awareness and visitor log
• Assist in onboarding and offboarding (i.e. coordinating asset collection/drop-off, etc.)
• Greet and escort visitors, customers and vendors entering the organization
• Support employees and customers with any questions they may have
• Anticipate operations and facility issues or needs 
• Assist employees with paperwork as needed (i.e. faxing, copying, printing)
• Submit maintenance requests, as needed
• Provide general administrative and clerical support
• Receive and sort mail and deliveries
• Coordinate meetings, schedule conference rooms
• Maintain office supplies and place orders, as needed
• Keep tidy and maintain presentable office areas
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience:  

• 1-3 years cumulative experience in Business Operations and Project Coordination
• Must be willing and able to support a 100% on site environment
• Must be comfortable working independently with a self-starter mentality 
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software application – Office 365 & Adobe 
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and keyboard skills
• Experience with office machines (copier, projectors, TV Equipment, etc.) 

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college is preferred but not required

When we review candidates' information, we look for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment service professional or a hiring manager may contact you. 

Davis Defense Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency in our recruitment and hiring processes. As part of our dedication to these values, DDG does not engage with or entertain the services of third-party recruiting agencies for our staffing needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. 

At DDG, employment decisions are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, terminations, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are a qualified disabled veteran or individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact our Human Resources department at (540) 548-5950.