SMX Corporation
Organizational Defense Travel Administrator (ODTA) (4745)
SMX Corporation, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Organizational Defense Travel Administrator (ODTA) (4745)at SMX(View all jobs) (https://www.smxtech.com/careers/)
Huntsville, AL
SMX is seeking an Organization Defense Travel Administrator (ODTA) for the Integrated Fires and Mission Command (IFMC) Project Management Office (PMO).This position will provide onsite support to our client in Huntsville, AL.
The Organization Defense Travel Administrator will be responsible for the administration of the Defense Travel System (DTS) at the Project Office level and, as such, assist the Lead Defense Travel Administrator (LDTA) with overall DTS administration for the PMO.
In this role, you will manage and validate completed training certificates, conduct internal audits, and manage internal controls for Defense Travel System (DTS) and Travel Joint Administrative Service System (TJASS) Roles and Training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Administer the DTS at the PMO level, acting on the LDTA's behalf
Develop all travel itineraries, schedules, and special requirements related to Temporary Duty travel through DTS
Inprocess all new users and maintain requirements such as user profiles and routing lists
Work with Central Travel Office to resolve issues with transactions, payments and software
Work specifically with international travel to fulfill embassy and visa requirements as well as theater, country, and area clearances through the Aircraft and Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS)
Update and report travel and travel card suspense dates to the LDTA
Ensure appointments for Certifying and Approving officials are processed and approved
Manage internal controls for USG travel and travel cards
Ensure employees are aware of official USG travel business rules, procedures, and policies
Organize and arrange DTS group and organization access, permissions, and Separation of Duties
Manage travel documents and provide reports to USG leadership
Provide expert advice to PMO travelers, support staff, and accountable officials
Conduct internal audits and support external ones
Ensure DTS users and Accountable Officials satisfy training requirements
Maintain training plans and records in TJASS
Review employee input in ATAAPS
Report employee OCONUS travel, weekly
Maintain the PMO's Travel and Management Support SharePoint site
Other emerging duties as assigned
Required Skills & Experience
Clearance Required: Secret
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience; with the last 2 years utilizing Defense Travel System (DTS)
Allowable substitutions: Associate's degree and 4+ years, or a high school diploma and 6+ years of experience
Expertise with DTS and TJASS
Strong proficiency with MS Office applications
Thorough knowledge of Joint Travel Regulation
Strong analytical, organization, and communication skills
High ethical standards and demonstrated professionalism
Ability to work productively both individually and as a team member
Must be detail and customer-service oriented
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience working in a DoD Project Office
Application Deadline:
10/20/2025
#cjpost #LI-ONSITE
The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$60,600-$100,900 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Huntsville, AL
SMX is seeking an Organization Defense Travel Administrator (ODTA) for the Integrated Fires and Mission Command (IFMC) Project Management Office (PMO).This position will provide onsite support to our client in Huntsville, AL.
The Organization Defense Travel Administrator will be responsible for the administration of the Defense Travel System (DTS) at the Project Office level and, as such, assist the Lead Defense Travel Administrator (LDTA) with overall DTS administration for the PMO.
In this role, you will manage and validate completed training certificates, conduct internal audits, and manage internal controls for Defense Travel System (DTS) and Travel Joint Administrative Service System (TJASS) Roles and Training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Administer the DTS at the PMO level, acting on the LDTA's behalf
Develop all travel itineraries, schedules, and special requirements related to Temporary Duty travel through DTS
Inprocess all new users and maintain requirements such as user profiles and routing lists
Work with Central Travel Office to resolve issues with transactions, payments and software
Work specifically with international travel to fulfill embassy and visa requirements as well as theater, country, and area clearances through the Aircraft and Personnel Automated Clearance System (APACS)
Update and report travel and travel card suspense dates to the LDTA
Ensure appointments for Certifying and Approving officials are processed and approved
Manage internal controls for USG travel and travel cards
Ensure employees are aware of official USG travel business rules, procedures, and policies
Organize and arrange DTS group and organization access, permissions, and Separation of Duties
Manage travel documents and provide reports to USG leadership
Provide expert advice to PMO travelers, support staff, and accountable officials
Conduct internal audits and support external ones
Ensure DTS users and Accountable Officials satisfy training requirements
Maintain training plans and records in TJASS
Review employee input in ATAAPS
Report employee OCONUS travel, weekly
Maintain the PMO's Travel and Management Support SharePoint site
Other emerging duties as assigned
Required Skills & Experience
Clearance Required: Secret
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of related experience; with the last 2 years utilizing Defense Travel System (DTS)
Allowable substitutions: Associate's degree and 4+ years, or a high school diploma and 6+ years of experience
Expertise with DTS and TJASS
Strong proficiency with MS Office applications
Thorough knowledge of Joint Travel Regulation
Strong analytical, organization, and communication skills
High ethical standards and demonstrated professionalism
Ability to work productively both individually and as a team member
Must be detail and customer-service oriented
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience working in a DoD Project Office
Application Deadline:
10/20/2025
#cjpost #LI-ONSITE
The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$60,600-$100,900 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).