Executive Assistant

$84,601 - $109,975/Yr

Department Of Commerce - Washington, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, VA

Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

This position serves as an Executive Assistant to the Office of Policy and International Affairs management team and staff. The position is intended to coordinate, communicate, review, and analyze a wide range of projects and initiatives to support executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a confidential Executive Assistant for the OPIA office and staff.
• Provide executive assistance and support for all administrative operations.
• Perform a wide range of administrative and executive support duties.
• Provide executive-level support for daily office operations and internal and external communications.
• Act as point-of-contact with Executive branch agencies, internal USPTO officials, international officials, and the general public.
• Expedite official business on behalf of the business unit.
• Provide accurate and timely follow-up on reports, requirements, and other administrative matters.

Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Must demonstrate job-related competencies in resume and question responses.
• Must meet the definition of specialized experience.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in developing executive-level communications, presentations, and reports using PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe applications.
• Experience in coordinating travel arrangements including processing travel requests, authorizations, and travel vouchers.
• Experience in managing office operations and non-routine situations effectively.
• Experience in effectively communicating or interacting with senior or executive level staff.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Health benefits
• Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
• Alternative Work Schedule (AWS)
• Telework Program