Administrative Office Assistant (OA) - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Summary NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Administrative Office Assistant (OA) to join our team! This announcement will close at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the date the first 100 applications are received or 11/12/2024, whichever comes first. Responsibilities The Department of Commerce ranked top 5 in the 2023 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government amongst large agencies for the 12th year in a row! The ranking showcases the Department's continued commitment to increasing our employee engagement, employee satisfaction, and positive perceptions towards diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Come join our team! Working as an Administrative Office Assistant (OA) in the Directors office, you will serve as an expert administrative support in the areas of travel, T&A, procurement, and bankcard. Plan and implement logistics, registration, material production/distribution in support of Examiner training, Judges and overseers, FACA Committee Management, Baldridge Executive Fellows meetings, and the Quest for Excellence Conference. Effectively communicate with colleagues, senior-level management, and stakeholders. Address program inquires based on knowledge of program processes, materials, and produce/service offerings. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Specialized Experience: Applicant must possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-8 (ZS IV at NIST) level. Expertise in event management, and logistics. Expert administrative support functions including T&A's, preparing and managing travel requests, completing procurement and bankcard processing. In addition to meeting the Specialized Experience listed above you must be able to type 40 words per minute (WPM). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Education Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position. Additional Information This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS), a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Learn more about the APMS here! We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible to make qualification or eligibility determinations. A probationary period may be required. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Back-up child care program Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs