Administrative Support Assistant

Quick Facts

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the I.G. Brown Training and Education Center Administrative Assistant to the Commander, providing key leadership and staff with specialized knowledge of administrative, military, and civilian personnel practices and programs in support of the mission.

Description

Provide direct administrative support to the Commander by managing administrative support program functions, coordinating meetings and follow-ups, and serving as the resident subject matter expert for mandated administrative support programs.

Responsibilities

• Directly assist the Commander in managing all administrative support program functions
• Control the Commander's calendar and coordinate meetings
• Manage and implement follow-up on commitments made at meetings and conferences assigned to staff members
• Serve as the resident subject matter expert for all mandated administrative support programs
• Use multiple office automation software tools to produce documents with complex formats (e.g., graphics or tables within text), edit and reformat electronic drafts, and create or revise presentations, databases, spreadsheets, and training materials
• Perform other clerical and administrative work in support of the office/organization

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service
• Qualified typist; must be able to type 40 WPM
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours (evenings, weekends, and/or holidays)
• May require occasional travel away from the normal duty station
• Meet OPM specialized experience requirements for clerical and administrative support positions (at least 1 year at the next lower grade GS-06 or equivalent)

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.