The Secretary III (Administrative Assistant) provides advanced administrative and clerical support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Oceana, VA. This role supports government leadership and staff by performing a wide range of administrative functions, ensuring efficient office operations, and facilitating coordination across teams.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a structured federal environment.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to NSWC personnel and leadership
  
• Prepare, edit, and format correspondence, reports, briefings, and official documentation
  
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics for internal and external stakeholders
  
• Maintain and organize files, records, and documentation in accordance with federal and DoD requirements
  
• Serve as a point of contact for administrative inquiries and communications
  
• Track tasks, action items, and deadlines to ensure timely completion of work
  
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and maintaining spreadsheets and databases
  
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare travel documentation as required
  
• Support meeting preparation, including agendas, materials, and minutes
  
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail and email distribution
  
• Maintain office supplies and support general office operations
  
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and organization of administrative records
  

• Education: High School Diploma required
  
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of administrative or clerical experience
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  

• Experience: 2+ years of administrative support experience
  
• Prior experience supporting a federal or Department of Defense (DoD) environment
  
• Familiarity with Navy or NSWC administrative processes
  
• Experience supporting multiple teams or senior personnel
  

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance
  
• Ability to pass a federal background investigation