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Translator / Office Administrator II

Baghdad, IRQ; Baghdad; Baghdad,; Iraq
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant, OMSS position will be based at one of three Amentum sites in Iraq and will serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of State. This position will be responsible for the daily reports, weekly due outs, monthly reports, general administration, and will report to the OMSS Site Management. The additional duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

DUTIES:

  • Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
  • Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
  • Provide a full range of general support services for the OMSS Departments under the direction and supervision of the OMSS Management.
  • Perform all administrative and clerical services necessary in support of the OMSS Departments.
  • Support the OMSS Departments with a full working knowledge of the Contractor/DoS contract.
  • Prepare responses to questions and data requests.
  • Record meeting minutes and host meetings as needed.
  • Develop historical knowledge of the OMSS contract and read contract requirements and SOPs.
  • Develop program support using MS Word, Excel, Access, Project, Outlook, and PowerPoint as necessary in order to facilitate tracking of personnel and project status requirements, data, and reports.
  • Translate reports and conversations from Arabic to English and vice versa.
  • Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

REQUIRED:

  • Minimum Acceptable Experience Level: Five (5) years’ experience in an administrative role in a professional office environment.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Expert computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Ability to comprehend contractual language, SOPs, and policies.
  • Ability to accurately record meeting minutes and communicate via English writing.
  • Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information
  • Education: A high school diploma or GED.
  • Licenses and Certifications: None.
  • Security Vetting: Must obtain a favorable RSO Certification as required by the position. Must maintain eligibility at the required security level for the duration of the contract.
  • Language Skills: Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures.
  • Medical: Favorable passage of a drug screen and physical examination.

DESIRED:

  • Relevant administrative type experience.
  • Previous U.S. embassy experience is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with Amentum and U.S. Department of State programs.
  • General knowledge of OMSS trades and their general practices (carpentry, custodial, electrical, Housekeeping, etc.).

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting contract responsibilities at a diplomatic facility.
  • Experience providing excellent customer services.
  • Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team.
  • Must have the ability to be innovative and be an agent for change.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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