Executive Assistant

Office of the Secretary of the Interior; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Secretary of the Interior in Washington, DC seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer. The role emphasizes high-level administrative, analytical, and coordination duties that influence leadership decisions and organizational effectiveness.

At the full performance level, the position involves managing sensitive tasks, developing office procedures, preparing briefings, and coordinating travel and post-travel reporting.

Qualifications

• This position does not allow substituting education for experience.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer by managing high-level administrative, analytical, and coordination tasks.
• Ensures smooth office operations, supports leadership decision-making, and handles sensitive, cross-bureau activities requiring judgment and discretion.
• Acts as primary liaison for senior officials, coordinates communication and manages sensitive, high-visibility tasks.
• Develops and implements office procedures, reviews correspondence, prepares briefings, and manages workflow.
• Provides backup support to other Executive Assistants and manages travel logistics, vouchers, and post-travel reporting.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Secretary of the Interior
• Department: Department of the Interior
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia

You will serve as a Executive Assistant with the Office of Human Capital (OHC).

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Assistant supports the Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer by managing high-level administrative, analytical, and coordination tasks. The role ensures smooth office operations, supports leadership decision-making, and handles sensitive, cross-bureau activities requiring judgment, discretion, and strong communication skills.

At the full performance level (GS-12) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as the primary liaison for senior officials, coordinating communication and managing sensitive, high-visibility tasks. Develops and implements office procedures, reviews correspondence, prepares briefings, and manages workflow. Conducts special assignments involving data analysis, document review, and preparation of materials for leadership.

Provides backup support to other Executive Assistants and manages travel logistics, vouchers, and post-travel reporting. Requires extensive knowledge of departmental programs, management principles, and administrative analysis. Operates independently under broad goals, overseeing daily office operations and resolving complex issues. Handles varied and sensitive work that influences leadership decision-making and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements & Education

This position does not allow substituting education for experience.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $102415 – $133142/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-20.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.