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