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Senior Administrative Support Specialist

Applied Research Solutions
Bedford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2026 CLOSED ON 6/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Administrative Support Specialist position at Applied Research Solutions?

As a Senior Administrative Support Specialist, you will play an important role in maintaining the administrative backbone within a DoD setting. This position primarily emphasizes administrative duties over traditional HR responsibilities. Your main focus will be to support operations in processing documentation and facilitating day-to-day administrative tasks crucial to the efficient functioning of the team. 
 

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. 

Responsibilities may include: 

  • Documentation Management: Maintain accurate and organized personnel records, ensuring compliance with Air Force and DoD regulations.

  • Data Entry: Enter updates, and other pertinent data into HR systems with precision and attention to detail.

  • File Maintenance: Organize, categorize, and maintain physical and electronic files, ensuring easy retrieval and confidentiality.

  • Administrative Support: Provide general clerical support such as answering phones, responding to emails, and scheduling appointments.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to ensure smooth workflow and effective support to all personnel.

  • Will perform other duties as assigned. 

Requirements: 

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must hold a current secret clearance. 

The ideal candidate will also have:  

  • Experience: Experience in administrative support roles, preferably within a military or government setting.

  • Knowledge: Familiarity with HR processes and procedures is desirable but not mandatory. Strong clerical and administrative skills are paramount.

  • Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while handling large volumes of paperwork and data.

  • Organization: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines.

  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with personnel at all levels.

  • Team Player: Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to team success.

  • Self-Starter: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and solve problems proactively.

The expected annual salary range: $70k - $85k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

The contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a).  This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).  This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

 

Salary : $70 - $85

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