Junior Management & Policy Analyst

Job description

DHS Suitability and Top-Secret w/SCI eligibility Required

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Aretum is seeking a motivated and skilled Junior Management & Policy Analyst to provide comprehensive administrative and executive support by managing correspondence, scheduling, travel coordination, records management, meeting support, and document preparation. The position also develops and maintains policies, procedures, reports, and briefing materials while serving as a trusted partner to leadership through strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Conducting research, preparing reports, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings

Providing internal guidance and coordination regarding administrative functions, management controls, metrics collection, standard operating procedures, and general administrative compliance

Able to assess past, current, and/or future policy and develop supporting documentation such as SOPs, guidance, potential training how-to’s or briefings, and FAQs

Facilitating the coordination, response, and monitoring of all document requests and correspondence for internal and external requests in accordance with applicable policies and procedures

Coordinating and preparing travel arrangements, authorization, and vouchers on behalf of government staff through the organizational travel system

Writing and editing memos, developing spreadsheets, filing, and copying documents

Compiling correspondence, briefing materials, talking points, and reports for review/approval by government staff

Reviewing and confirming meeting invitations include the correct title, purpose, agenda, documents, and appropriate list of attendees

Taking meeting minutes/notes, providing executive summaries and action items for government approval, and distributing once approved

Complying with administrative policies and task requirements, executive secretariat guidelines, formats, and procedures

Draft responses to written requests

Complying with the Plain Writing Act of 2010 for all applicable communications, and ensures all communication includes the appropriate tone and style for the intended audience

Reviewing/analyzing accuracy of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and clarity of writing for internal and external communication

Conducting off-site meeting venue research as needed

Planning and facilitating working sessions and other efforts as requested by government staff

Organizing briefing materials and action items by preparing binders or as requested by government staff

Managing records in accordance with the agency policy by reviewing, filing, scheduling and archiving documents

Being detail-oriented and a flexible problem-solver who is comfortable managing complex tasks and prioritizing competing demands

Multi-tasking and comfortably operating in a fast-paced environment, adapting in real time to new information

Qualifications

BS and 5 (+) years of experience

Able to juggle priorities across multiple executives

Adaptable/flexible and able to pivot onto other activities to keep up with executive fast response requirements

Strong writer with the ability to break down information and provide a synopsis for a broader audience but also with the ability to help support more detailed policy documents

Strong basic consulting skills, able to act as a partner to senior managers or executives and provide support in helping craft responses, build PPT briefings, conduct basic analysis by organizing, synthesizing, and making sense of information or numerical data

Strong background in Microsoft including Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Word – additional bonus for working knowledge of Power BI and Visio

Able to utilize SharePoint to manage information – an understanding of Knowledge Management principles that allow you to organize information in a manner that makes it accessible to user communities

Strong pro-active work style – able to take minimal direction and be productive in advancing organizational initiatives where necessary

Preferred

DHS Suitability

Policy related background for cybersecurity and supply chain

Travel Requirement

This is a hybrid position, with work performed both remotely and at designated client or corporate locations, as needed. Travel requirements may vary depending on project assignments, client meetings, or internal collaboration and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Due to federal contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

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Worksite address

arlington, TX, 76000, US

Who can apply

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