The position is organizationally assigned to the Research Service, Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System, which operates in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs' research mission. Research Service is responsible for facilitating and supporting research activities designed to advance scientific knowledge and improve the health and care of Veterans.
The selected applicant will serve as a Secretary within the Research Service and report to the Administrative Officer (AO).
The Secretary duties include, but are not limited to: Prepares agendas, invitations, and meeting minutes for Research Service committees. Maintains Research Service records in accordance with established records management requirements. Prepares budget documentation to support the administration and execution of Research Service funds. Uses the Government Purchase Card to acquire authorized supplies and services in support of Research Service operations.
Reconciles Government Purchase Card transactions in IFCAP within established time frames. Serves as the principal timekeeper for employee time and attendance. Reviews incoming correspondence to determine appropriate administrative action in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, or 7:00 am-4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work.
Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to the in-person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA-owned or leased space. Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in-person work unless they are approved for an exception or an exemption.
Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer. Position Description/PD#: Secretary/PD419260 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.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/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $50460 – $65599/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-03 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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