Federal Govt: Administrative Specialist

Organization:Department of Commerce - International Trade Administration

Website: DoC

Title: Administrative Specialist

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: $42,209 to $60,765 annually, plus federal benefits

Description:
This position is located in the Office of Europe, Market Access & Compliance, International Trade Administration. The incumbent will serve as administrative assistant with responsibilities for supporting the DAS for Europe and working with support staff in the Offices of European Country Affairs; EU; and Russian, Ukraine, and Eurasia to ensure that the organizations administrative needs are managed in a timely manner.

The incumbent will review and edit all documents requiring the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) of Europe's signature. He/She will also coordinate all tasking in the front office; coordinate the DAS' daily calendar; oversee all trip planning and preparations; conducting research on topical issues related to the DAS' agenda; assist in the drafting of DAS speeches and other forms of correspondence. Provides guidance and instructions to subordinate offices on preparation of correspondence, reporting, requirements, or other administrative procedures.

 

Qualifications:
You must possess 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level or equivalent band with difficulty and responsibility that has equipped you with the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

For the GS-7: One year of specialized experience at the GS-6 or equivalent band is defined as experience in effective writing, reviewing, and editing various documents and conducting research on issues of trade policy; experience with government procurement processes and government-issued credit cards; experience setting priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and working effectively with management.

For the GS-8: One year of specialized experience at the GS-7 or equivalent band is defined as experience in effective writing, reviewing, and editing various documents and conducting research on issues of international trade policy; experience with government procurement processes and government-issued credit cards; experience setting priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and working effectively with senior level management.
 

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