Job Summary

The U.S. International Trade Commission provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; hears and decides unfair import and import injury cases and publishes the U.S. harmonized tariff schedule. This position is located in the Office of Commissioner Johanson. The incumbent will provide administrative support to the Commissioner as well as working on special projects on international trade matters.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications at each grade level: GS-11: Experience: In order to qualify at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-9 or equivalent level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is typically demonstrated with experience in administrative office work such as: responding on behalf of a senior staff member or managerial official to inquiries regarding the work of their office which involved detailed knowledge of operations and missions; preparing a variety of correspondence which included the development of standardized responses or editing such to fit a particular task; advanced knowledge of computer software which includes selecting the best application for the task and combining programs to prepare advanced documents and reports; meeting and greeting of executive level or international visitors; serving as a personal assistant to executive level individuals that required maintaining confidences and handling of sensitive information; knowledge of detailed administrative requirements, such as required for the complexity and attention to detail for actions described in the job duties, and experience in dealing with a variety of individuals, including some who may be demanding in their requirements. OR Education: Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree. GS-12: In order to qualify at the GS-12 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-11 or equivalent level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is typically demonstrated through progressively responsible administrative office work such as: independently responding on behalf of a senior staff member or managerial official to inquiries requiring in-depth knowledge of the organization's operations, priorities, and mission; drafting, editing, and tailoring a wide range of correspondence to address specific issues or audiences; utilizing advanced computer software and integrating multiple applications to develop complex documents, reports, and presentations; coordinating and facilitating interactions with executive-level or international visitors; serving as a principal personal assistant to executive-level officials, exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality of highly sensitive information; and applying comprehensive knowledge of administrative processes to manage competing priorities and resolve issues. At this level, work is performed with a high degree of independence, including anticipating the needs of leadership, prioritizing tasks, and proactively arranging work to meet organizational objectives. GS-13: In order to qualify at the GS-13 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-12 or equivalent level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is typically demonstrated through highly responsible administrative and executive support work such as: serving as a senior advisor or primary point of contact on behalf of executive leadership, responding to complex or sensitive inquiries requiring expert knowledge of organizational operations, policies, and strategic priorities; developing, reviewing, and finalizing high-level correspondence, reports, and briefing materials for executive audiences; applying expert-level proficiency in computer software to integrate systems and produce complex, high-visibility documents and analyses; coordinating high-level engagements with executive, interagency, or international stakeholders; serving as a confidential assistant to senior executive-level officials, exercising exceptional discretion and judgment in handling sensitive and high-impact information; and providing guidance on administrative policies, processes, and workflow improvements. At this level, work is performed with considerable independence and authority, requiring the anticipation of executive needs, resolution of complex issues, and the ability to influence outcomes and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Your resume must clearly document this experience. This is a Schedule C position, which does not afford permanent civil service status. If selected, you will be required to sign a statement that you have been informed of the employment status of this position.