Senior Staff Associate Administration

About Econometrica
Here at Econometrica, we tackle challenges with rigorous research and strategy. Whether examining policies to provide the best patient care, rebuilding housing communities, or analyzing the merits of space exploration, we apply hard work and dedication to each of our projects. No matter how different each project is, one thing remains constant—we dedicate ourselves to providing the highest quality service and technical expertise to our clients.

The Opportunity
As a Senior Staff Associate - Administration, you will assist with the managing of duties of the Contracts and Business Development. The Senior Staff Associate – Administration will assist with daily communications, including confidential files and notices; support internal systems that make document sharing and communications easier for Business Development, Contracts and Communications staff. This position will work with special projects in business development, contracts, and communications. This role is critical to our internal engagements; the Senior Staff Associate – Administration will work on and lead a variety of cross-company projects and will participate in business development, including managing and monitoring Salesforce. Strong organization, communication, and analytical skills are key to successful performance in our matrixed environment.
Responsibilities

• Defining, implementing, and revising operational policies and guidelines for the organization.
• Collaborating with executive team members to determine and prioritize business strategies.
• Providing group and administrative leaders with recommendations and consultation to improve teamwork and collaboration.
• Determining key performance indicators and how to measure team performance.
• Providing tactical support to implement ideas.
• Working with leadership to deliver, monitor, and communicate progress towards goals.
• Overseeing strategic business initiatives from ideation to implementation.
• Identifying and helping solve core problems or opportunities within business processes.
• Providing support and oversight for special projects and initiatives.
• Identifying and providing recommendations on improvements in Administration.
• Implementing and administering systems across the organization (e.g., Salesforce, Zoho Desk) to ensure efficient and optimized operations.
• Contributing to business development by seeking opportunities and solicitations.
• Serving as Econometrica’s representative on business development calls and at the corporate level
• Working with teaming partners to execute non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and business data calls for proposals.

What You Bring to the Table

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work in a dynamic team environment and the ability to work on multiple projects with a flexible mindset.
• Ability to digest large amounts of technical information quickly and incorporate learnings into policies.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently, as well as work within a team structure.
• Ability to assess a situation to determine what needs to be done and act without intensive oversight; able to follow a problem through to a successful resolution.
• Follows through with commitments and fosters mutual trust with team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Assumes additional responsibility without being asked.
• A high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), including working in complex templates.

Education and Experience

• Familiarity with Econometrica’s processes and procedures.
• At least 5 years working in Federal consulting.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Our Generous Benefits Package Includes

• Being a part of a dynamic research group.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Company-sponsored health care plan and optional vision/dental coverage. 
• Metro SmartBenefits® Program.
• Referral bonuses.
• 401(k) Program.

Work Environment 
This position is remote, though candidates may choose to work in Econometrica’s office if they are local. Econometrica’s office is located in beautiful downtown Bethesda, MD. We are located at a Metro stop within walking distance of great restaurants and local fare. We have a typical office setting with a quiet-to-moderate noise level. 

Physical Requirements 
The physical requirements are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Other instructions and related duties may be assigned by the employee’s supervisor. 

Econometrica, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and we seek to create an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives.