Staff Assistant

Full Job Description

This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of Compliance.

This position(s) primary purpose is to exercise independent judgment and discretion in assisting in the preparation and processing of confidential employee matters.

The incumbent will also maintain and coordinate the administrative support program by initiating and ensuring effective communication, coordination, and follow-up action with other Divisions.

For more information on eligibility requirements see: DEA Employment Eligibility Applicants must meet the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of the announcement.

Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You may qualify.

at the GS-09 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrate your ability in: 1) Scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing meeting materials, such as agendas and other supporting documentation; 2) Receiving and reviews incoming correspondence prepared for the signature and approval of senior management; 3) Tracking requests and communication to ensure timely and accurate responses.

OR You may qualify at the GS-11 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrate your ability in: 1) Tracking pending action items and confirming staff responsibilities and timelines for completion; 2) Planning and coordinating travel, accommodations and transport for senior officials and special guests; 3) Working closely with senior officials in management and meeting planning, coordinating policy activities, analyzing logistical issues and recommending alternatives; and 4) Developing internal operating procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency with administrative and office procedures.

Additional information on the position qualification requirements are located in the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) Qualifications Standards Handbook.? Major Duties:

As a your typical work assignments may include: Schedules meetings, prepares and distributes meeting materials, including preparing meeting materials such as notices agendas, and supporting documentation for internal and external meetings.

Opens and screens all incoming mail. Conducts research on a variety of documents in order to gather information. Assists in the preparation of special projects.

Assist with travel arrangements for frequent travel. A reassignment is a move to a position at the same grade level, which can involve new duties, locations, or organizations.

This reassignment will be within the same agency, from one position to another without promotion or demotion.