Program Support Assistant

United States Department of Agriculture • Parlier, CA

428d • $44,242 - $63,914 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located within the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Pacific West Area (PWA) in Parlier, California. The role involves providing a variety of administrative and clerical support tasks, utilizing extensive knowledge of office functions, policies, and procedures. The position is open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, and certain federal employees, with no prior federal experience required. The successful candidate will play a key role in program management and secretarial support for the unit, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing training and advisory services to staff.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Must be able to type 40 words per minute.
• Specialized experience at the GS-06 level includes one year at the GS-05 level or equivalent, assisting with financial documents, maintaining records, and office administration tasks.
• Specialized experience at the GS-07 level includes one year at the GS-06 level or equivalent, serving as an administrative office primary point of contact and reviewing financial documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad program management and secretarial support for the unit.
• Participate in program planning support work such as research project coordination, travel documentation, budget coordination/tracking, agreements, and procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Serve as the primary administrative business process point of contact for the unit.
• Provide training and advisory services to the Research Leader and professional staff in all program administrative procedures.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Eligibility for telework up to four days per week based on duties.
• Potential for flexible work arrangements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed