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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Personnel Assistant 2

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 10/5/27
$25.65
Junior
McChord AFB, WA, USA
In PersonOn-site at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.
People & HRHR Operations & Coordination

About the job

Requirements
  • Two years of administrative or personnel support experience; military contractor or Army site experience is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense or Army administrative practices, personnel recordkeeping, and compliance requirements is highly desirable.
  • Basic understanding of labor regulations, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Equal Employment Opportunity, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses.
  • Strong organizational and data entry skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel information.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills for supporting employees and leadership.
  • Must have a REAL ID.
  • Basic proficiency in English reading and writing.
  • Must receive favorable background check and drug testing results.
  • Must have a valid driver's license with proof of vehicle insurance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card.
  • Must be able to obtain Tier 1/NACI (Public Trust) background eligibility.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform routine standing, walking, bending, and reaching tasks in warehouse and field environments.
  • Must meet physical requirements for working in extreme heat or cold, high or low humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, heights, and other inclement weather conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in preparing human resources forms, reports, and personnel action requests.
  • Support tracking of employee assignments, Mobile ERDS Team rotations, time-off requests, and contract-mandated requirements.
  • Assist in processing new-hire documentation, including Systems Access Requests, company badges, and documents required to obtain a Department of War Common Access Card.
  • Coordinate with site security, information technology, and supervisors to ensure smooth onboarding.
  • Complete Akima Exit Checklists with departing employees and support out-processing/offboarding.
  • Assist in maintaining personnel accountability records for Army contract reporting.
  • Receive and maintain Time-Off Request forms.
  • Support supervisors and employees in resolving timekeeping discrepancies.
  • Respond to routine employee inquiries and escalate complex issues to the contract's Human Resources Manager.
  • Ensure human resources documentation complies with U.S. Army contract requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement labor clauses, and Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines.
  • Support audits, inspections, and government reporting requirements.
  • Prepare correspondence, reports, and presentations for human resources management.
  • Schedule meetings, coordinate training sessions, and assist with human resources communications.
  • Provide support to site leadership for workforce-related tasks as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Work both indoors and outdoors, with periodic overtime and exposure to heat, dust, cold, and adverse weather conditions.
Desired Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred; equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted.
  • Military contractor or Army site experience is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense or Army administrative practices, personnel recordkeeping, and compliance requirements is highly desirable.

About the company

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Akima appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing and communications

Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense