Administrative Manager - Level III

Department

IEW&S

Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD

$65,000 - $115,000 / year

This position is contingent upon ACI’s successful award of the associated government contract. All prospective applicants will be contacted to discuss contract timelines, the hiring process, and award progress. ACI is a Woman‑Owned Small Business that provides engineering and technical services to the United States Government. We are seeking an experienced Administrative Manager to serve as part of ACI’s Government Programs Team, supporting CPE ISW for IEW&S HQs SETA.

• Work with program leadership to ensure successful execution of daily operations tasks.
• Perform various manpower functions, including assessing, analyzing, and advising on manpower programs and functions.
• Review and implement command plans, concept plans, manpower surveys, Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA), Table 30, manpower reports, and civilian, contractor, and matrix personnel management.
• Supervise and support administrative staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures to improve workflow and compliance.
• Oversee records‑management processes and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

• Dynamic: contributes energy and enthusiasm to daily tasks, team interactions, and the company’s mission.
• Thorough: produces complete, polished products, persistent, mission‑focused, and asks “Why?” to get to the root of matters.
• Mature: respects others’ opinions, actively listens, shares ideas, and works independently and collaboratively.
• Forthright: speaks with conviction and argues respectfully.
• Inquisitive: seeks deeper explanations of systems, going beyond surface‑level descriptions.
• Timely: arrives prepared to work and contributes analytical insights on time‑sensitive requests.
• Honest: knows what’s right, legal, and appropriate, and acts accordingly.

• Department of War security clearance required; all applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• High school diploma and 14 years of relevant experience, OR
• Associate’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree in a related field and no experience.
• Proven experience in administrative management.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills, able to motivate, coach, and develop staff.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and administrative software.
• Knowledge of administrative processes, procedures, and best practices.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, interacting professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to analyze situations, identify issues, and propose solutions.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program