Program Support Assistant (OA)

Agricultural Research Service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Research Service in Washington DC is seeking an administrative assistant to support the Research Leader and other professional staff within the Northeast Area, Public Horticulture & Engagement Unit. The role coordinates a wide range of clerical tasks essential to program administration and unit operations.

The position serves as the primary administrative business process contact, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and coordination across the unit.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary administrative business process point of contact for the Unit.

Job description

Open: October 13, 2026 — Closes: October 28, 2026

Summary

This position is located within ARS, Northeast Area, Public Horticulture & Engagement Unit in Washington DC. In this position, you will serve as a personal assistant to the Research Leader (RL) and other professional staff, coordinating a wide variety of administrative and clerical tasks essential to the program administration of the Management Unit.

Major Duties

Serves as the primary administrative business process point of contact for the Unit.