Administrative Specialist

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Administrative Specialist opportunity at the Catholic University of America's Vitreous State Laboratory in Washington, DC.

This position is temporary with an anticipated duration of 3 months.

SUMMARY

The Administrative Specialist supports the Vitreous State Laboratory (VSL) Controller and staff with procurement, purchasing, and administrative operations.

• Core responsibilities include PCard reconciliation, order placement, shipping and logistics coordination, task triage, and data entry/management using an Access-based database and PeopleSoft (Cardinal Financials).
• The role requires strong MS Office proficiency, particularly in Excel and Access, and accuracy in tracking and maintaining purchasing records.
• Additional duties include travel arrangements, reimbursements, and managing communication and supply logistics.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 5-10 years of administrative and / or office support experience, and/or combination of experience and education.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access.
• Works well in a team-oriented environment and contributes to group success.
• Strong attention to detail in a highly technical and complex work environment.
• Ability to conduct work scope with discreetness and strict professional confidentiality.
• Strong, professional, and effective, written and verbal communication skills with all levels of management and personnel.
• Capable of maintaining accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and experience in providing administrative support in areas of purchasing, invoicing, and vendor management is preferred.

Compensation

Pay is commensurate with education and experience and may range between $25.00-$30.00 per hour. Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

We look forward to hearing from you

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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