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Secretary (OA)

Indian Health Service · Department of Health and Human Services
📍 Gallup, New Mexico 💰 $41178 – $53531/yr

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Public Health Nursing department at Gallup Indian Medical Center. The incumbent will provide administrative tasks associated with maintaining and supporting the work performed by the Division of Community Health. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Key Responsibilities

Manages incoming and outgoing correspondence, prepares and edits reports and official documents, tracks controlled correspondence, and ensures accuracy, completeness, and timely distribution of written communications. Prepares reports, forms, presentations, and data summaries; maintains automated tracking systems and program databases; and utilizes office automation software and electronic health and administrative systems to support program operations.

Coordinates calendars, appointments, conferences, and meetings for management and staff; arranges meeting logistics, researches relevant background information, and ensures schedules and supporting materials are maintained.

Serves as the primary administrative point of contact for staff, visitors, federal agencies, and the public; responds to inquiries regarding departmental operations, policies, and procedures, resolves routine issues, and refers complex matters to appropriate personnel.

Performs administrative and operational support functions, including purchasing, expenditure tracking, time and attendance, travel and training documentation, personnel actions, property and fleet management, records tracking, and dissemination of updated administrative guidance.

Requirements & Education

If you are substituting education for experience; You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contact

Alaric.Payne@ihs.gov · 505-726-8669

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Indian Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $41178 – $53531/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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