Power Platform & Salesforce Administrator / Program Assistant

Important Application Notice: 
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Blue Iris Tech Consulting Inc. is a mission-driven small business dedicated to delivering innovative cybersecurity and technology solutions to our government partners. We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Program Assistant with Power Platform and Salesforce expertise to support operational excellence across the USDA Technology & Accessible Resources Give Employment Today (TARGET) Center.

The TARGET Center is a nationally recognized program that empowers federal employees with disabilities through assistive technology, ergonomic services, and sign language interpreting. If you're skilled in automation, data reporting, and systems integration—and passionate about improving access and efficiency in public service—we invite you to apply.

Blue Iris Tech is an 8(a) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) that has supported a range of government agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Defense Health Agency (DHA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), and Internal Revenue Service (IRS).  

Why Join Blue Iris:  

• Competitive compensation and benefits  
• Collaborative, mission-focused culture  
• Make a direct impact on federal accessibility services  

What You’ll Be Doing:

In this role, you’ll serve as both a workflow coordinator and low-code/no-code automation expert supporting the TARGET Center’s suite of services. You’ll play a critical role in optimizing service delivery through Power Automate, Power BI, and Salesforce, with a particular focus on the Sign Language Interpreting Services Program and cross-functional case management.

This position blends program coordination, CRM data management, and workflow automation, with opportunities to lead improvements in how data is collected, tracked, and analyzed across service lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary scheduler and point of contact for Sign Language Interpreting Services in the National Capital Region
• Design, deploy, and manage Power Automate flows to streamline case intake, notifications, approvals, and reporting workflows
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and custom reports in Power BI, pulling data from Salesforce and Office 365 sources
• Support Salesforce administration, including custom objects, validation rules, layout updates, and automated case routing
• Collaborate with technical staff and vendors to identify and implement process improvements using Power Platform tools
• Clean and maintain Salesforce data, resolving duplicates, import errors, and field inconsistencies
• Integrate Power BI dashboards with SharePoint and Salesforce to provide real-time reporting to USDA stakeholders
• Provide training and documentation to staff and customers on using portals, dashboards, and request workflows
• Monitor interpreter request queues, identify anomalies, and troubleshoot discrepancies using automated reports
• Assist in cross-functional service coordination, including Ergonomics and Assistive Technology workflows
• Support scooter loaner program and associated tracking forms in Salesforce and Microsoft Lists
• Assist in hosting events and webinars using Teams and Zoom
• Contribute to knowledge management by updating policies, procedures, and support materials

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Must be able to commute to and work on-site in Beltsville, MD, five (5) days per week during standard business hours
• 2+ years of experience in program coordination, administrative support, or CRM operations
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with Power Automate, Power BI, or other Microsoft Power Platform tools
• 1+ years of Salesforce administration or strong familiarity with Salesforce Service Cloud
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including:
• Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel
• Teams, Word, and Forms
• Experience designing automation flows that integrate Microsoft 365 and Salesforce
• Comfortable troubleshooting, testing, and iterating on automation solutions

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Public Trust Clearance
• Salesforce Administrator certification or equivalent experience
• Experience supporting federal programs or disability services
• Familiarity with interpreter scheduling tools (e.g., uSked, Interpreter Intelligence)
• Experience with Dataloader.io or similar tools for bulk operations
• Experience creating training materials or leading small group instruction
• Familiarity with Jira, MS Visio, and collaborative planning tools

Benefits Include:   

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance   
• Federal Holidays   
• Paid Time Off (PTO)   
• Professional development and training opportunities   
• Flexible work options (if applicable)   

Pay Range: $90,000 - 113,000  

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.   

What It Means to Be Part of the Blue Iris Team

At Blue Iris, we believe in cultivating a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented environment. Every team member contributes to our shared success by embodying our values and actively engaging in their own development. As part of our team, you are expected to:

• Oversee and facilitate the employee performance review process, including goal setting, regular check-ins, periodic formal evaluations, and providing constructive feedback.
• Support employee development through mentorship, coaching, and performance improvement planning as needed.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture by modeling professionalism, accountability, and open communication.
• Ensure team members understand organizational policies and expectations, and support compliance through guidance and oversight.
• Actively participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new employees, when necessary.
• Manage team schedules, workloads, and priorities to meet project and organizational goals.
• Lead team meetings and ensure timely dissemination of key updates and information from leadership.
• Identify and address interpersonal or performance-related issues to support a positive work environment.
• Champion continuous improvement by soliciting feedback, analyzing team processes, and implementing efficiencies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align team efforts with broader organizational initiatives and strategic goals.
• This list of duties is not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned in support of evolving team and organizational needs.
• This list of managerial responsibilities is not exhaustive and may evolve in response to team needs or organizational priorities.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.