Business Operations Specialist

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for. Job Description: Ready to be part of a team that tackles defense and data challenges? Want to take your business skills to the next level to work on tough projects that will make a huge impact? Parsons is now hiring experienced Senior Business Operations Specialist with a desire to work on projects that change the urban fabric of our community. Parsons extensive experience in this field, combined with your support knowledge, will advance your career forward with an opportunity for advancement, with demonstrated performance. We offer training, development and opportunities to support our client’s unique and varying needs. No two projects are the same and require attention to detail, flexibility and willingness to learn. The Business Operations Specialist must be enthusiastic to work in a team-oriented environment alongside colleagues with varying levels of experience. PROJECTS: Parsons is managing a Technical Services (TS) program for an agency within the Department of Defense to review third party A/E work; conduct studies, analysis, testing and measuring; perform specialized engineering services, planning and design reviews; commissioning services; construction oversight on worldwide delivery orders, and information technology (IT) support. RESPONSIBLITIES: Parsons is seeking a Senior Business Operations Specialist whose duties include, but are not limited to: Assist with development and updating of trainings, project documents, processes, and procedures. Provide insight on factors affecting the timely completion of projects – provide solutions. Develop and communicate support project task planning and schedules. Prepare status reports and performance evaluations. Gathers data on existing functional group processes from interviews with managers and employees. This includes collecting samples of current procedures, practices, and standards, as well as related documents and forms. Evaluates current work flow captured in work process diagrams and develops recommendations for process improvements. This may involve creating new processes, revising current processes, and/or automating processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the organization. Develops recommendations and guidance documentation for new or revised processes (e.g., flow diagrams, procedures, manuals, reports, specifications, procurement documents, etc.). Ensures proper translation of technical information from functional groups into document formats that are easily understood by the end user. Submits recommendations (including guidance documentation) to functional managers for their review and approval, and incorporates any subsequent recommendations into the new processes prior to publication. Identifies specific business processes that are targets for immediate and long-term development. Works with senior functional management to set goals for these targeted areas and to assign priorities for study and intervention. Reviews and assesses the status of newly-implemented business processes and their supporting solutions. May assist in analyzing the cost elements to ensure effective and efficient operations. Regularly identifies and recommends further improvements to prepare for Parsons future business needs and growth. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a technical or support related field. Related experience maybe be substituted for a degree. 8-10 years of related work experience. This is a full-time position, based in Annapolis Junction, MD. Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph Clearance Required. Must be a US Citizen. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: Familiarity with facility operation and maintenance industry practices. Familiar with General Mechanical and Electrical construction / renovation practices and timeline. Ability to multi-task. Expertise in a broad range of business application systems and specific business processes combined with a knowledge of organizational change. Strong business background with understanding of the process used for business analysis planning. Ability to lead and mentor members of the team in various business analysis techniques. Written and oral communication skills appropriate for the position, including the ability to speak with authority on technical issues in various professional settings and to persuade listeners regarding best approach to resolving user's problem (may include communication via telephone, in person, presenting to large groups, community events). Ability to write complex documents (may include policies and procedures and presentations). Communicates with a wide variety of individuals (employees and all levels of management) throughout the organization and outside of the organization (i.e. clients, vendors). Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to serve in a leadership role. Excellent analytical skills translating technical functional information into established end user documentation meeting the needs of a global, culturally diverse organization. Proficiency in analyzing situations in business terms, i.e. ROI, cost per unit, etc. Strong attention to detail. Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $96,400.00 - $168,700.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ . We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Salary : $96,400 - $168,700