Job Information
Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Management Support Specialist - General Services Director's Office in Laurel, Maryland
Position Information
Functional TitleManagement Support Specialist - General Services Director's Office
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryGeneral Services
GradeGS.13
FLSA StatusExempt
Requisition Number26-0160
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelNon-Management
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameDepartment Office
Reports toDirector, General Services
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Position LocationLaurel
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheManagement Support Specialist ( MSS ) serves as a key strategic and operational partner to the General Services leadership team, ensuring the effectiveness, credibility, and continuity of the Director’s office.In this executive support role, the MSS collaborates closely with the Director to advance high‑priority initiatives that strengthen the Department’s core functions.
This position leads and coordinates strategic actions, resolves complex administrative challenges, and exercises independent judgment in carrying out a wide range of professional and administrative responsibilities.
An innovative and disciplined leader, the Management Support Specialist plays a vital role in supporting WSSC Water’s mission and strategic priorities through focused execution and proactive operational stewardship. This role regularly handles high sensitivity personnel, legal, and governance matters.
Essential Functions
Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison for the Director and Deputy Director of General Services, managing priorities, schedules, and communications with internal and external stakeholders
Coordinates briefings, agendas, and follow-up actions for Department, Commission and Senior Leadership Team meetings
Draft and edit correspondence, presentations, and reports that reflect the Director’s strategic intent and organizational voice
Tracks enterprise initiatives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and strategic objectives in alignment with the Commission and Department’s strategic plan
Coordinates confidential projects and special initiatives
Conducts research and prepares analysis to inform executive decision-making
Assists with crisis management and emergency response coordination when executive engagement is required
Facilitates communication and workflow between the Director of General Services Office and the Department Division Managers to ensure timely action on business priorities
Coordinates activities supporting enterprise governance, including Commission meeting preparation, resolution tracking, and post-meeting documentation
Manages follow-up and tasking processes from senior leadership, department, and division meetings, ensuring accountability across business units
Prepares executive briefings, governance reports, strategic dashboards
Manages communications, commitments, executive correspondence, and event coordination
Gather and analyze data on staffing, operations, and administrative systems; prepare reports
Review management methods to improve workflow, efficiency simplify reporting, and reduce costs
Regularly handles high-sensitivity personnel, legal, and governance matters
Assess operating practices (recordkeeping, forms, office layout, performance standards) and recommend improvements
Coordinate and compile operating reports (attendance, hires, terminations, transfers, performance data)
Prepare and present reports with findings and recommendations
Handle public inquiries and complaints; route to appropriate officials and ensure follow-up
Represent supervisor at meetings when needed
Review and summarize reports and memoranda; make recommendations
Manage schedules for multiple managers and arrange external meetings
Other Functions
- Performs other related duties as required
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business causal work environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with the highest integrity
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of budgetary preparation and control
Thorough knowledge of the principles and methods of data gathering and compilation
Superior writing, editing, and oral communication skills for executive correspondence, reports, and presentations. Including the ability to write clear concise reports, memoranda, directives and letters
Ability to develop comprehensive plans from general supervision and with only general direction
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others
Ability to meet the public and discuss problems and complaints tactfully, courteously and effectively
Ability to interact, establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior executives, internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated initiative and judgment in prioritizing competing demands in a fast-paced environment
Strong customer service orientation and commitment to WSSC Water’s mission and values
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
3 years of responsible professional or supervisory experience in the field of public administration or business management
OR
High school diploma
7 years of responsible professional or supervisory experience in the field of public administration or business management
Additional Requirements
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, Teams, and enterprise collaboration systems.
Applicants may be required to demonstrate proficiency at time of interview
Experience with tracking projects and tasks
Preferences
N/A
Salary$76,144 - $129,651
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date03/17/2026
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?
Yes
No
- Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
Yes
No
Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application