Secretary (Office Automation)

Bureau of Land Management • Washington, DC

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About The Position

You will serve as a Secretary (Office Automation) with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Headquarters, Directorate of Energy, Minerals and Realty. The position provides principal administrative support to the Assistant Director and support to the Assistant Director's Deputy, Division Chiefs, and immediate staff as required. The role uses automated office systems and software to support office operations, including correspondence, records, reports, scheduling, and time and attendance. Overnight travel away from home may be required up to five nights per month, and a government charge card is required for travel purposes. The duties are suitable for telework; telework may be allowed with supervisor approval.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Pass a background investigation and receive favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participate in Direct Deposit.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Not hold an active real estate license or have an interest in or hold stocks in firms with interests in Federal lands.
• Type at least 40 words per minute.
• Meet the GS-09 qualification requirement of at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-08 level in Federal service, obtained in the public or private sector.
• Specialized experience must include managing office operations by developing and implementing secretarial procedures and policies; serving as a lead clerical liaison between a supervisor and staff; and performing administrative functions such as travel arrangements, correspondence, clerical staff support, calls, visitors, meetings, and office software.
• Meet applicable Time-in-Grade requirements if a current Federal employee.
• Meet all qualifications by the announcement closing date of October 30, 2026.
• Education cannot be substituted for experience.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period; continued employment requires written agency certification that it advances the public interest.

Responsibilities

• Provide principal administrative support to the Assistant Director.
• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Director's Deputy, Division Chiefs, and immediate staff as required.
• Maintain control of the Assistant Director's and Deputy Associate Director's appointments, calls, and schedules.
• Monitor and maintain official files for the Office of the Assistant Director.
• Create and compile special reports, memoranda, agendas, and electronic mail in support of office operations and management.
• Use automated office systems and software to prepare correspondence, manage electronic and hard-copy records, and generate specialized reports supporting office functions.
• Complete time and attendance for the Assistant Director's Office and staff.
• Screen calls and visitors, answer questions, and resolve issues involving established policy or routine matters.
• Travel overnight away from home as required, up to five nights per month.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed