Secretary (Office Automation)

Agency: Defense Contract Audit Agency

Department: Department of Defense

Location: Multiple Locations

Grade: GS

Schedule: Not provided

Salary: 62308 – 84689 PA

Dates: 2026-09-03T10:38:13.6530 to 2026-09-09T23:59:59.9970

Position dates: 2026-09-03T10:38:13.6530 to 2026-09-09T23:59:59.9970

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Requirements: All qualification and time-in-grade (if applicable) requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You must meet the minimum qualification requirements as stated in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-prof.asp. Proficiency Requirement: You must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. Specialized Experience: In addition to meeting the proficiency requirement, you must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 or equivalent level. Specialized experience must be documented in your resume. Specialized experience is defined as: Serving as a secretary or administrative assistant to a senior manager, and establishing and maintaining internal administrative procedures and control of the office, managing supervisor's calendar, scheduling conferences, and making travel arrangements; OR Serving as the initial point of contact for visitors and callers, and providing or coordinating responses on non-technical matters, and maintaining control of incoming and outgoing correspondence. Definition of Highly Qualified: Highly qualified specialized experience for this position is exhibited by: Expert in executing complex office workflows, managing multi-line communications, and maintaining executive calendars with strict adherence to agency regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Proficient in utilizing government-aligned software platforms, drafting official correspondence in compliance with government writing styles, and coordinating seamless logistical operations. Proven ability to support senior-level leaders and cross-functional teams. Volunteer Experience: 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, c

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