Administrative Support Assistant

Indian Health Service

Albuquerque, New MexicoDepartment of Health and Human Services$51K – $66K

Posted Yesterday · via Usajobs

Job Description

Summary

This position is located at the Albuquerque Service Unit in vibrant Albuquerque, New Mexico-a city known for its rich culture, stunning mountain views, year-round sunshine, and outdoor recreation. This position plays a key role in supporting daily office operations, coordinating correspondence, managing appointments and meeting schedules, and ensuring the efficient functioning of the executive office. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Duties

  • Manages office correspondence by tracking, drafting, and reviewing documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely processing. Uses office automation tools and systems to compile, organize, analyze, and track program data, ensuring accurate records management and effective administrative support. Manages the CEO's calendar and coordinates meeting schedules, serving as the primary point of contact for arranging appointments, conferences, and other executive engagements while ensuring efficient time management and seamless scheduling. Serves as the primary point of contact for staff, patients, visitors, and partner organizations, responding to inquiries and ensuring timely, courteous, and effective customer service.

Requirements

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

Education

There are no education requirements.
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