The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a not-for-profit corporation that operates three Federally Funded Research and Development Centers serving the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Department of Homeland Security, Unified Commands and Defense Agencies in addressing important national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise.

Under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of Administrative Services tasks. Duties include moving and positioning office furniture and furnishings, servicing conference rooms, running errands, making petty cash purchases, and chauffeuring passengers.  Also assists in the processing and delivery of mail.

• Sets up and makes office moves which may involve assembling and positioning furniture, blackboards, and erecting portable partitions, etc.
• Makes IDA errand runs, using either IDA vehicles or public transportation.  Makes library pick-ups and returns; makes routine purchases of books, equipment, and office supplies; picks up or returns rental items.  Maintains log of vehicle usage and messenger runs.
• Acts as courier for classified material.
• Drives the IDA Shuttle and acts as chauffeur when required.
• Sorts, delivers and picks up incoming and outgoing U.S. and inter-company mail, books and periodicals to/from stations on schedule routes.  Assists in the preparation of outgoing mail by wrapping and processing through postage machine; delivers to the post office.
• Makes minor repairs to carpets, furniture and fixtures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to obtain chauffeurs license.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain appropriate driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary Security Clearance. 

IDA offers a competitive salary, an enviable benefits package, and a superior professional environment in a park-like setting. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.

The Institute for Defense Analyses is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Our preferred method of receiving your resume is via email. If you are unable to email your resume, you may fax it to us. Resumes and inquiries should be sent to:

Institute for Defense Analyses
Attn: Employment Office
4850 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
Fax Number: (240) 282-8314
Email: resumes@ida.org