Program​/Business Support Analyst

Program / Business Support Analyst

Location:

On-site — DeKalb or Urbana, IL (with possible support to other Mid-Continent science centers)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Program / Business Support Analyst to provide administrative, coordination, and program-support services to a federal science organization. You'll keep projects on track, produce clear reporting, and be the organizational glue that helps scientists and managers focus on the mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support using standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, email)

• Prepare, maintain, and distribute correspondence, reports, manuals, training materials, and documentation

• Track deliverables, schedules, and task-order activity; maintain automated tracking of personnel, due dates, and program data

• Prepare reports on cost, schedule, and technical progress; compile status updates and briefing materials

• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and logistics; record and document meeting results

• Support program coordination across technical, budget, and management stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of administrative, program-support, or business-analyst experience (federal environment preferred)

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and database tools

• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organization and attention to detail

• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal background investigation; U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or a related field

• Experience supporting the U.S. Department of the Interior or a federal science/research program

• Familiarity with deliverable tracking, project coordination, or technical writing/editing