Lead Scheduler/Administrative Assistant

Job ID 2618231

Location McLean, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-10-21

Category Program Management

Subcategory Project Analyst

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI_wPoly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a Lead Scheduler for an exciting program that is located in the Tyson's Corner area. The Lead Scheduler will perform a variety of administrative duties providing mission support in one or more functions or business areas within the customer space, including things like

• Managing complex calendars for multiple senior executives
• Coordinating attendee lists, transportation information, meeting requirements and other supporting logistics
• Disseminating the executive's schedule to appropriate staff and acting as the liaison between the Senior Executive and others
• Planning team building and internal events
• Routine processing of reimbursement claims
• Drafting and editing documentation
• Developing and maintaining accurate records and file management systems
• Covering for other team members of the front office team as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered
• Bachelor's Degree, or experience can be substituted for the degree
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant administrative experience
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to draft outgoing correspondence, standard agendas, office official correspondence and visit requests
• Ability to diplomatically and accurately address a range of customer issues or requests
• Excellent judgement and discretion when handling sensitive matters
• Confidence to push back appropriately, establish boundaries and take control of actions within their area of responsibility
• Ability to understand internal admin processing to include check-in/check-out actions
• Ability to work as a team with the Executive Assistants and other support staff
• Proactive work style with the ability to act independently and move work forward without needing basic guidance
• Availability to consistently work required core hours of 800 am to 400 pm
• Positive, professional attitude, even when managing competing priorities or difficult requests
• Strong intuition and the ability to anticipate scheduling needs, conflicts, and logistical concerns before they become problems
• Strong follow-through and accountability
  
  

Target salary range $140,001 - $180,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.