Message Center Operator

  • R0101791
  • On Site
  • Andros Island, North Andros, The Bahamas
  • Full time

Amentum is seeking a Message Center Operator to join our team on Andros Island, Bahamas to support the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) mission. The Message Center Operator is responsible for receiving, processing, and distributing incoming and outgoing Naval and civilian message traffic for the AUTEC project. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. 

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Proficiency in loading classified material utilizing electronic devices and adherence to stringent COMSEC procedures.

  • Monitor communications circuits during real-time test operations and initiates action to rectify circuit outages.

  • Monitor all circuits for ACC when ACC is not staffed.

  • Report equipment malfunctions to appropriate technical and management personnel.

  • Maintain and establish radio and telephone communications as required including adherence to proper procedures and record keeping.

  • Maintain a detailed daily official record of tasks/duties/events accomplished or observed in the Communications Message Center.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 3-5 years related experience working in a communications computer media environment.  

  • High school diploma equivalent.

  • Ability to obtain Message Center Communications Qualifications requirement within 60 days of employment.

  • Maintain and sustain training and level of knowledge requirements in associated administrative and limited technical disciplines.

  • Adapt to a rotating shift schedule (12-hour increments).

  • Maintain a consistent high standard of professionalism with customers and coworkers.

  • Able to follow a structured chain of command.

  • Demonstration of consistently excellent customer service skills required.

  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Windows 10 or later and MS Outlook.

  • Occasionally lift/pull/push up to and including 40 pounds of office supplies.

  • Ability to be exposed to frequent circuit noise and periodic alarms in the Message Center.

  • Consistently demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Must be able to reside in remote work location with limited medical facilities.

  • Valid driver’s license and passport will be required.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Military Message Center/EKMS experience is preferred.

  • Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is preferred.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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.

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EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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