Project Assistant (Temporary)

and the job listing Expires on August 21, 2025

Spalding Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Assistant (Temporary) in Lexington Park, MD. Spalding Consulting, Inc. is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services. Spalding Consulting offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time (Temporary – 6 months)
Salary: $35K (depending on experience)
Work Location: This is a remote position (see on-site requirements below)

On-Site Requirements: On-boarding will require 1-2 visits to Patuxent River, MD for candidates that are local to the area. Candidates out of state will be onboarded virtually. Training will be virtual and telework maximized/permitted to the greatest extent possible, however for local candidates, training/tasking may require on-site work a few hours per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.

Essential Functions:

• Spalding is looking for a Project Assistant to become part of a multifaceted and dynamic team supporting the US Naval Aviation community.
• This position supports various programs as a Project Assistant for teams that are architecting and implementing solutions following Agile principles.
• Ability to generate meeting minutes, track action items, compile and update documentation, organize share drives, compile procedures, assist Project Managers, Technical leads, and Scrum Masters, compile and update Project Schedules, create and update CDRL documentation, schedule meetings, organize and schedule conference rooms.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications and Experience:

Required:

• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented, able to follow established procedures, and generate quality output.
• Must possess excellent writing, editing, and formatting skills.
• At least 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Proficiency in the following or similar applications: MS Project, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Jira, TFS, Outlook, and Teams.

Security Clearance:
Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Education:
High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Spalding Consulting, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, military status, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local laws. Spalding Consulting, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minorities, women, disabled, and veterans to apply for job openings within our company.

Accessibility: If you are interested in applying for employment with Spalding Consulting, Inc. and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via email at Recruiting@scipax.com or call us at 301-737-0150 Ext. 500.