Special Assistant (Iedo)

Boston Government Services is seeking a Special Assistant to support the Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) in Washington, DC.
Boston Government Services (BGS) is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

We are passionate about our culture! At BGS, we hire people who will bring their whole self to work each day because we value operating with openness and inclusivity, welcoming and respecting all. BGS cares for each employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive benefit package and providing a culture of exciting work, excellence, and fun.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below.

This position serves as a Special Assistant in the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Industrial Efficiency & Decarbonization Office. IEDO’s mission is to accelerate the innovation and adoption of cost-effective technologies that eliminate industrial GHG emissions. The position will support the Director, Deputy Director, and Chief Engineer in coordinating activities including, but not limited to, engagement with senior DOE and Congressional leaders, program and operational planning and execution, support of IEDO strategic analysis efforts, analysis of industry and legislative developments on program direction, and will support IEDO’s efforts to drive energy, materials, and production efficiency, and decarbonization across the industrial sector.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Chief Engineer in coordinating IEDO’s strategic analysis portfolio.
• Coordinate analysis prioritization between the Director, Deputy Director, and Chief Engineer to ensure alignment with IEDO and DOE goals.
• Liaise with analytical groups across DOE to ensure IEDO priorities are considered and apprise IEDO leadership of relevant work being performed by these groups.
• Support the Director and Deputy Director’s day-to-day organizational engagement activities.
• Prepare the Director and Deputy Director’s nightly briefing books.
• Review technical content and agendas of pending Director meetings, prepare director for those meetings, and attend meetings as invited.
• Coordinate technical and operational issues with IEDO staff on behalf of the Director.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (M.S. or Ph.D. in relevant field is a plus).
• Familiar with industrial efficiency and decarbonization programs and technologies.
• 5+ years’ experience (preference is for experience with DOE RD&D programs).
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, including plain language.
• Ability to balance multiple long- and short-term projects and competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical (quantitative and qualitative) and decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrated independent problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Located in DC area and able to regularly work from DOE-HQ.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong ability/interest in making connections and building collaborations.

Benefits:

Boston Government Services offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability. Starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $110,000 and $135,000 annually is commensurate with experience relative to the position and may vary based on candidate geographical location.

Boston Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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