CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor (EI&E) - Clearance Required

The key responsibilities of a CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor at LMI include managing the CATMS for the ASD (EI&E) office, coordinating correspondence packages with stakeholders, and ensuring all written products meet Department of Defense guidelines. You'll also be tasked with editing executive correspondence for senior leaders, facilitating weekly calls to discuss ongoing issues, and managing multiple assignments efficiently.

For the CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor position at LMI, a minimum of 5 years of experience supporting senior DoD leadership is essential, along with a Secret clearance that can be upgraded to TS/SCI. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, and excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary to succeed in this role.

A successful CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor at LMI must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. These tools will be critical in managing correspondence packages, creating documents, and communicating effectively within the organization.

LMI is committed to the professional growth of its employees by offering a range of benefits, including tuition reimbursement and flexible working hours. Those in the CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor role will have opportunities to develop their skills through hands-on experience and collaborative engagements with senior leadership in the federal sector.

At LMI, a CATMS Correspondence Manager/Editor can expect a positive and supportive workplace culture. The company encourages teamwork, maintains a business casual dress code, and values flexibility and communication in the working environment, making it a great place to thrive professionally.

When answering this question, highlight your specific experiences working with correspondence management in military or federal environments, detailing your role in managing documents, the challenges faced, and how you overcame them to ensure compliance with regulations.

In your response, share a strategy or tool you use for prioritization, such as creating a priority matrix or utilizing digital task management software, and provide an example of a time you effectively managed competing deadlines.

Discuss the significance of clarity, conciseness, adherence to formatting guidelines, and addressing the audience appropriately. Providing a specific example of successful correspondence you managed can strengthen your answer.

In your answer, explain the processes you follow to stay updated on DoD standards, your method for conducting quality checks, and your experience in revising documents to align with evolving guidelines.

Reflect on a specific situation involving a senior leader where you effectively navigated a challenge. Focus on your communication approach, the resolution, and what you learned from the experience.

Mention the specific software you've used, such as CATMS, and discuss your experience with these tools, including any features you find particularly useful for tracking and organizing correspondence.

Explain the methods you use for managing deadlines, such as digital calendars, reminder systems, or collaborative tools, and provide insights into how you've successfully met tight deadlines in the past.

Describe your typical editing process, including steps you take to catch errors, how you maintain the original tone of the content, and any specific techniques that help you remain objective.

Discuss your openness to constructive feedback and how you've used it to improve your work. Provide an example of a time when you actually implemented feedback to achieve better outcomes.

Share your perspective on the importance of clear and effective communication, not just in written correspondence but also in team interactions and stakeholder engagements, providing examples of how good communication has benefitted past projects.