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Refuge Program Assistant
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service · Posted 56 days ago
About the Role
This position is part of the Division of Refuges Law Enforcement team. As a Program Assistant, you will be responsible for all aspects of the administration for the assigned program area. This will include answering incoming calls, reviewing incoming mail, proofreading outgoing correspondence, prepare materials of a highly technical nature, serve as timekeeper for the assigned program area, assist with travel arrangements, among other administrative duties.
What You'll Do
- →This Refuge Law Enforcement Program Assistant position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S.
- →Fish and Wildlife Service, Region 2, Office of Refuge Law Enforcement.
- →One position will be filled from this vacancy announcement, there are multiple duty locations available, at the time of application, please indicate the duty stations you wish to be considered for.
- →At the full performance level (GS-07) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Handle incoming calls, visitors, and correspondence for Refuge Supervisors/Division Chiefs, providing information, directing inquiries, and ensuring urgent issues receive prompt attention.
- →Review, organize, and compile information needed to respond to requests from field offices, Regional and Washington Offices, and other partners.
- →Track deadlines by setting suspense dates, monitoring pending actions, and following up independently to keep work on schedule.
- →Prepare, proof, and edit correspondence and technical documents, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
- →Serve as timekeeper for assigned program areas-verifying time entries, advising staff on codes and procedures, and resolving basic payroll issues.
- →Assist with Law Enforcement travel, preparing itineraries and travel vouchers for the Chief and Captains, ensuring adherence to federal travel regulations and proper supporting documentation.
- →Maintain office systems such as files, inventory, purchases, and equipment use, helping keep program operations organized and efficient.
Requirements
- ✓Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- ✓Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- ✓Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- ✓Direct Deposit participation required.
- ✓Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
- ✓To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/.
- ✓Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
- ✓Pre-employment and random drug testing are required due to access to sensitive law enforcement information and systems.
- ✓You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.
- ✓You may be required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards.
- ✓A uniform allowance will be provided.
- ✓You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to two nights per year.
- ✓Travel may be required to attend training, and/or assist in meeting organization and implementation.
- ✓You may be required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority.
Personality Fit
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