Administrative Assistant
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Posted: January 26, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$143,913 - $187,093
per year
Type
Closes
Base salary range: $104,604 - $135,987
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-13. Senior expert or supervisor.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This role involves overseeing human resources and administrative programs for a defense agency, advising leaders on staff management, and ensuring everything runs smoothly while following rules.
It focuses on handling hiring, performance reviews, and policy development to keep the team efficient and compliant.
A good fit would be someone with years of experience in HR or program management in government or military settings, who enjoys analyzing data and solving complex organizational challenges.
See below for important information regarding this job. To qualify for an Administrative Staff Officer, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position.
To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector.
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.
Creditable specialized experience includes: Managing multiple programs and applying strategic planning to improve organizational efficiency and develop program policies.
Interpreting and applying various laws and regulations to drive measurable improvements in program efficiency and compliance.
Utilizing analytical techniques to identify and resolve complex procedural and factual issues.
Applying qualitative and quantitative analysis to optimize complex programs and develop best practices for organizational administrative management and policy implementation.
Experience refers to 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).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:
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