JOB SUMMARY: This position is a Secretary (OA - Executive Assistant), GS- 0318-9/10 working in Bloomington, Minnesota for the R3-Office of the Regional Director. This position is also open to status candidates under announcement R3-25-12586050-JMJ-MP. You must apply to each announcement separately if you wish to be considered under both recruitment methods. MAJOR DUTIES: As a Secretary (OA) your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Plans, coordinates, and directs the management and the administration of the Regional Director's staff. The incumbent devises and implements effective methods to handle work details efficiently and accurately. Develops necessary plans for the office and procures materials necessary for smooth office operation. The Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director set the work schedules and deadlines to be met, with input from the incumbent. Supports Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director's efforts to provide guidance, coordination, and direction, both orally and in writing, to the assistant regional directors, regional supervisors, lead secretaries, and other key staff in Washington and the Region, to assure consistency and routine interaction between activity support staff and the implementation of policy and standards. Plans numerous and changeable itineraries and commits travel arrangements for the Regional Director, Deputy Regional Director, and Chief of Staff. Prepares necessary travel authorizations and vouchers. Schedules and denies meeting commitments for the Regional Director/Deputy Regional Director with the White House, state representatives and officials, other Federal agencies, congressional representatives, and private groups, using judgment as to the appropriateness of Regional Director/Deputy Regional Director involvement. Actively participates in Regional meetings and records, as required, documentation of information conveyed, actions taken, decisions made, and/or assignments given. Prepares, edits, and distributes meeting notes. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.
