Business Operations Specialist

Vistra

Business Operations Specialist supporting project management for Defense Suicide Prevention Office operations. Enhancing efficiency and facilitating workflows in a hybrid role.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and process improvement, with a strong focus on operational efficiency and strategic planning. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office for data analysis and workflow enhancement, while effectively supporting organizational goals in a military or public-sector context.

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Project ManagementProcess ImprovementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStrategic PlanningSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Process MappingData AnalysisWorkflow DesignOperational Systems ImprovementAgile Methodologies

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCoordination Skills

Tools & Technologies

Task Management SystemsWorkflow Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPLean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

DefenseSuicide PreventionPublic AdministrationDoD ExperienceMilitary Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support project management for the Defense Suicide Prevention Office by guiding day-to-day operations and driving continuous improvements with systems and tools.
Shape and inform the organization’s vision, strategy, and long-term goals while ensuring operational efficiency through streamlined workflows and processes.
Enhance operational efficiency via streamlining processes, supporting project management efforts, and building or refining workflow tools to improve tracking, coordination, and execution across the enterprise.
Support the administrative activities associated with managing information and meetings for Suicide Prevention and Response Independent Review Committee (SPRIRC).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field
3-10 years of directly related experience
Experience supporting business operations, including conceptualizing and designing operating models that enable mission execution
Demonstrated ability to conduct process improvement work, including identifying, defining, and implementing improvements to workflows or operational systems
Understanding of strategic planning principles with experience supporting or contributing to organizational strategy and operating plans
Systems understanding and the ability to assess how tools, processes, and platforms interconnect to support mission requirements
Experience performing administrative, coordination, or project management activities in support of organizational operations
Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel in support of process improvement, data analysis, and meeting minutes
Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
A minimum of Secret Clearance is preferred.
Previous DoD administrative or office management experience preferred.
Experience using workflow tools or supporting Agile methodologies, including process mapping preferred.
Familiarity with government or public-sector operations, including task management systems like CATMS preferred.
Ability to translate technical or workflow solutions into business outcomes to leaders preferred.
Experience working in a military environment or within military personnel preferred.
Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Lean Six Sigma) preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision benefits
life and disability insurance
employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Professional Development