Special Projects Coordinator

Special Projects Coordinator

09 Jun 2024
District of Columbia, Washington, 20001 Washington USA

Special Projects Coordinator

Job Family :Operational Effectiveness ConsultingTravel Required :NoneClearance Required :Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do :Guidehouse is currently supporting the Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women, who provides federal leadership in developing the national capacity to reduce violence against women and administer justice for and strengthen services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Guidehouse's support is within the scope of Operational Management, and we are seeking skilled Special Projects Coordinators to work directly with executive level leadership. The person in this role will perform duties within the following areas:

Monitor a broad range of communications to make scheduling determinations and recommendations and maintain the daily schedules of the legal team, including the General Counsel

Perform all actions required to schedule, coordinate, and setup/connect for Video Teleconferences (Teams or Zoom) as required

Draft and prepare a variety of documents to include briefing materials, legal memoranda, responses to routine inquiries, reports, and other related documents

Search and retrieve documents from databases (JustGrants, LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc.) and files as requested and provide limited research to assigned staff as necessary

Prepare and coordinate documents for review and distribute as necessary

Record notes for internal and external meetings

Arrange travel plans and itineraries as well as troubleshoot administrative issues in collaboration with the travel team

Support the legal team through the maintenance of trackers related to the grant life cycle, Office of Inspector General (OIG) investigations, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requests, and Office of Legislative Affairs and Office of Legal Policy correspondence

Clear the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) backlog, respond to incoming FOIA requests, and update the tracking method for processing FOIA requests

Update the administration of the OVW Ethics program

Work with the DOJ Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance, and Training (OPDAT) to host international visitor leadership program delegations at our office to further outreach efforts and share best practices

Participate in the grant life cycle by attending peer review sessions for grant proposals

Formalize internal Standard Operating Procedures

Manage travel to include arranging motor pool and other transportation

Research legal and policy issues with short turn-around times, including by coordinating with resource centers, DOJ library, OVW technical assistance providers, and researchers

Maintain absolute confidentiality about sensitive DOJ policy, programmatic, and administrative issues

What You Will Need :

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust

Bachelors degree or successful completion of Paralegal Degree or Law degree

A minimum of 2 years’ relevant consulting, paralegal, and/or experience in the Federal Government.

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent Documentation Skills

Demonstrated working knowledge of legal research tools, such as LEXIS NEXIS, Westlaw, and Pacer.

What Would Be Nice to Have :

An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance

Experience supporting Federal grants management processes and procedures

Highly proficient in (preferred previous professional use of) Microsoft suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat

Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills

Ability to manage and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Proactive planning and scheduling instinct

Extremely detail-oriented

Ability to work independently and with others, including strong relationship-building skills

An appreciation of coworkers and diverse workforce

Individuals with diverse lived experiences, including survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or justice-system involvement, are encouraged to apply

What We Offer :Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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