Overview
Administrative Assistane (JBMD-2026-26643):
Bowhead seeks a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide full-time onsite administrative support to the telecommunications operations team at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ. The Administrative Assistant will support the Site Manager and telecommunications staff by managing contract documentation, work order tracking, and administrative processes required to support the Base Telecommunications System operations and maintenance program.
Responsibilities
The Administrative Assistant will serve as a key support role ensuring the accuracy and organization of contract records, coordinating documentation with government stakeholders, and assisting with the administrative requirements necessary to maintain efficient program operations.
Job duties to include but are not limited to:
Provide administrative support to the Site Manager and telecommunications maintenance team.
Manage and track CIPS work orders and associated documentation.
Process and track Remedy/ESD/EITaaS trouble tickets.
Maintain and update CAIRS records and other telecommunications databases as required.
Assist with preparation and tracking of work order estimates.
Maintain PID utilization reports and contract tracking documentation.
Coordinate Tier III repair and return tickets and related administrative records.
Support work order billing documentation and contract administrative requirements.
Maintain personnel files and assist with human resources documentation.
Assist with purchasing documentation and payroll administrative support.
Maintain organized filing systems and contract records.
Answer and route phone calls and coordinate communications with staff and government personnel.
Schedule meetings and maintain calendars for program personnel as required.
Assist with preparation of briefings, reports, and program documentation.
Conduct research and assist with work order and estimate budgeting documentation.
Support general office operations and other day-to-day administrative tasks required to support program execution.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Additional education or coursework in business administration, office management, or administrative support is preferred.
Years of experience
Two to five years of experience providing administrative or program support in a professional office environment required.
Experience supporting government contracts, telecommunications programs, or technical operations environments is preferred.
Required skills or certifications
Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to track work orders, maintain contract documentation, and support administrative reporting requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with technical staff and government personnel.
High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
Ability to manage sensitive personnel and contract information with discretion.
Experience supporting government work order systems, trouble ticket systems, or telecommunications administrative processes is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check. Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2026-26643
Category Admin/Office Support
Location : Location US-NJ-Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
SCA Hourly Rate USD $37.15/Hr.
Minimum Clearance Required Background Investigation
Travel Requirement Less than 10%
