Program Support & Administrative Specialist

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS); Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Peoria, IL seeks motivated administrative specialists to support a research unit by coordinating administrative operations, managing documentation, and helping ensure efficient program management.

This role requires strong record-keeping, attention to detail, and the ability to process travel, procurement, and budget-related tasks in line with agency guidelines. Typing speed of 40 words per minute is required.

Qualifications

• Typing speed required: 40 words per minute.
• Specialized experience for GS-06 includes one year comparable to GS-05 in program support.
• Specialized experience for GS-07 includes one year comparable to GS-06 in complex program support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative operations for the research unit.
• Manage documentation and business processes.
• Maintain records and correspondence.
• Provide essential administrative support to ensure compliant program management.

Skills

Typing speed 40 wpm

Job description

The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Peoria, IL seeks motivated administrative specialists to support a research unit by coordinating administrative operations, managing documentation, and helping ensure efficient program management.

This role requires strong record-keeping, attention to detail, and the ability to process travel, procurement, and budget-related tasks in line with agency guidelines. Typing speed of 40 words per minute is required.