Operations Manager- Government Contracting (IT Services)

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This role requires direct experience working in a government contracting environment (preferably IT or technical services).

Applicants without hands-on experience in payroll, invoicing, and government contract operations will not be considered.

Position Overview

We are a growing government contracting company specializing in IT, cloud, and systems engineering services. We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day business operations of the company.

This role is responsible for executing, not just overseeing, core business functions including payroll, invoicing, HR administration, and contract-related operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesGovernment Contract Operations

  • Support operational processes tied to federal IT contracts and subcontracts
  • Manage invoice preparation and submission
  • Maintain contract documentation and compliance tracking
Payroll & Financial Operations
  • Process payroll and timecard tracking
  • Manage customer invoicing and subcontractor payments
  • Track expenses and financial records
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all financial operations
Talent Acquisition & Recruiting (Core Function)
  • Draft and post job requisitions aligned with business needs
  • Screen resumes and conduct initial candidate interviews
  • Coordinate interview scheduling with leadership
  • Manage candidate communications throughout the hiring process
  • Support offer coordination and pre-employment steps
  • Execute and manage the full onboarding process (documentation, systems access, new hire setup)
HR & Administrative Operations
  • Manage onboarding and employee documentation
  • Coordinate benefits administration
  • Support recruiting coordination and interview scheduling
  • Serve as primary point of contact for employee administrative needs
Operations & Process Management
  • Develop and maintain SOPs and internal processes
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements
  • Support scaling operations as the company grows
Executive Support
  • Support leadership (CEO, COO, CTO) with:
  • Operational coordination
  • Reporting
  • Internal communication
Required Qualifications (Must-Have)
  • 5+ years experience in operations, HR, or business administration
  • Direct experience working for a government contractor (required)
  • Experience supporting IT services, cloud, or technical environments
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • Payroll processing
  • Invoicing and financial tracking
  • Strong organizational and process management skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications
  • ACTIVE DOW TS SECURITY CLEARANCE
  • Experience in a small to mid-sized government contractor
  • Familiarity with:
  • Federal contract invoicing
  • Timekeeping systems
  • Compliance documentation
Work Location Requirement
  • Must be located in or near Northern Virginia
  • Occasional on-site visits
30 hours a week, flex schedule Pay: $69,000.00 - $70,200.00 per year

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fairfax, VA 22033
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