SECRETARY (OA)

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-07) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

Specialized Experience includes: Managing and scheduling appointments for a Senior Leader or department head; using office automation software and ability to research, interpret and apply clerical and administrative regulations; performing review of correspondence to ensure compliance with regulations, grammar, format and special policies for correspondence are followed; advising secretaries and action officers in subordinate units on such matters as the application of procedures, correspondence and reporting requirements; maintaining Senior Leader appointment calendars, scheduling conferences/meetings, maintaining files, and making travel arrangements; greeting and interacting with high-level visitors to the Senior Leader; working with subordinate secretaries to schedule events or meetings with the Senior Leader.

A minimum typing proficiency of 40 WPM is required.

Paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social) is qualifying. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.