Secretary

U.S. Coast Guard

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 67,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

U.S. Coast Guard in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Secretary (GS-0318-7) to provide broad administrative and clerical support to the FDCC Commanding Officer and management team within the Department of Homeland Security.

The role involves coordinating office procedures for a multi-unit organization with wide-ranging responsibilities. Typical duties include managing calendars, preparing and disseminating routine communications, timekeeping for civilian personnel, travel review, and handling

Responsibilities

You will serve as a Secretary and be responsible for a wide variety of administrative and clerical support to the FDCC Commanding Officer and other management personnel and in general support of unit operations.

Job description

Department: Department of Homeland Security

This vacancy is for a GS-0318-7, Secretary located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, FACILITIES DESIGN and CONSTRUCTION CENTER in NORFOLK, Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

You will serve as an Secretary and be responsible for wide variety of administrative and clerical support to the FDCC Commanding Officer and other management personnel and in general support of unit operations. Coordinates office procedures for an organization with subordinate units with a mission that impacts a wide variety of field units and mission accomplishments. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Management of leadership and share meeting space calendars. Preparation and dissemination of routine communications to unit personnel and organizational leadership. Timekeeper for civilian personnel & support routine administrative needs. Manage Travel review and approval.

Manage outgoing correspondence to ensure compliance with command policies and procedures Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information

Requirements & Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select \"Benefits.\" Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $51210 – $66574/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

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