$65,271 – $84,857
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role serves as the principal administrative assistant to an Executive Deputy Director at a VA Medical Center, managing executive calendars, correspondence, travel, and office operations while training and supervising other administrative staff. It suits experienced administrative professionals who thrive in fast-paced healthcare environments and can independently handle complex scheduling, high-level communications, and executive support functions with minimal oversight.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Word
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-8 level or equivalent providing executive-level administrative support
- Experience independently managing complex executive calendars and coordinating high-level meetings
- Experience preparing and coordinating executive correspondence and official communications
- Experience leading, coordinating, or training administrative support staff
- Experience managing executive action tracking systems and monitoring suspense dates
Nice to have
- Experience supporting Senior Executive Service (SES) or Medical Center Directors
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and collaboration tools
- Experience with timekeeping, procurement support, and records management
- Demonstrated expertise organizing executive meetings, conferences, and special events
- Strong knowledge of executive correspondence and document control procedures