Tuvli, an Akima company, is hiring for an Administrative Assistant III/Courier to support our DoS client located in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

Conduct two runs each day between the State Department and the Congressional Office Buildings at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. When not conducting runs, both Couriers will assist the L-H/EX Support Services Team on routine work duties.

Operate government provided vehicles

Daily delivery of State Department correspondence to appropriate Congressional Office Buildings and the pick-up and return to State of any Congressional correspondence

Knowledge of all House and Senate office spaces, and related access and parking issues

Ability to plan routes sensitive to office schedules taking into account a variety of complicated transportation issues including Hill events or holidays that may limit building access

Ability to plan, organize, and keep management informed when complications arise that may affect normally scheduled deliveries

Pick-up deliveries from the State Department’s loading dock and mail room

Pick-up and/or deliver items to SA-17, HST, or any other State Annex in the National Capitol Region (NCR)

Serves as back-up and provides assistance to L-H/EX Support Services in the performance of some routine duties

Ability to plan and execute work in an effort to meet various deadlines

Ensures that the needs and interests of the various offices in L and H are addressed in a timely manner

Maintains and organizes L, H and L-H/EX office spaces to include supply areas, cabinet spaces, strong room, and printing rooms

Distributes daily newspaper and magazine subscriptions as well as other materials as needed

Couriers will be assigned to work one of two 8 hour shifts. The “early” shift will begin at 8:15 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m. The “late” shift will begin at 9:15 a.m. and end at 6:00 p.m.

May require overtime to be completed when work requirements extend beyond the normal 40 hours per week. All overtime will be pre-approved by Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, or Management Services Division Chief with a request from the Government Manager to the COR for final approval. Funds must be available for Overtime to be approved and worked

Maintain a valid state issued driver’s license at all times

Vehicles provided may only be used for official purposes in meeting contract requirement and may not be utilized for personal business, including home-to-work transportation

Vehicles must be operated in a safe, fuel-efficient manner, and in accordance with all Department regulations and local laws; and the contractor’s fiscal responsibility for repairs of damage to a vehicle due to neglect, accident, and abuse

Performs daily fueling and operator maintenance as required, report any and all accidents or mishaps

Use of Government Vehicle by Non-Government Staff: Only authorized government employees and contractors are permitted to ride in government vehicles

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to drive a government vehicle

Three years' experience driving van or similar vehicle

Three years' experience as a courier

Office computer use, email programs (MS Outlook), ILMS Ariba

Active Top Secret Clearance

Staff are Department representatives on Capitol Hill and, as such, appropriate attire is required. Sports attire such as sweatpants and workout clothes as well as non-collared shirts containing advertising and “novelty” shirts are not allowed. Otherwise, comfortable, professional “business casual” attire along with shoes appropriate to walking and making deliveries are permitted

Desired Qualifications:

One year of State Department experience preferred

Pay Range

$40-$45

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Job ID

2024-14003

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Tuvli, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Tuvli, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders , Tuvli provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers , Tuvli ensures that solutions are strictly aligned with agency processes and desired program outcomes while delivering the best value for technology investments.

As a Tuvli employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).