Program Support Assistant

US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS); Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA Agricultural Research Service in Brookings, SD seeks a Program Support Assistant to provide essential administrative support by coordinating research plans, progress reports, proposals, manuscripts, travel, grants and agreements, and HR-related tasks.

The position is advertised as GS-6-7 with a salary of $45,409 to $65,599 per year, with full federal benefits. Open to U.S. citizens and U.S. Nationals. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Coordinate research plans, progress reports, proposals, manuscripts, travel, grants and agreements, and Human Resources-related administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administrative support by coordinating research plans, progress reports, proposals, manuscripts, travel, grants and agreements, and HR-related tasks.
• Support the Research Leader and staff with administrative documentation using standard office software and automated office systems.

Job description

Program Support Assistant: The USDA-ARS North Central Agricultural Research Laboratory in Brookings, SD is seeking a program support assistant to provide essential administrative support by coordinating research plans, progress reports, proposals, manuscripts, travel, grants and agreements, and Human Resources-related administrative tasks. Directly supports the Research Leader and staff with administrative documentation using standard office software, digital tools and automated business or office systems.

The position is advertised as GS-6-7 ($45,409 to $65,599 per year) with full federal benefits.

The position is open to U.S. citizens and U.S. Nationals. USDA/ARS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

Our EEO policy provides for fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Salary/Compensation: $45,409 - $65,599 per year