Senior Administrative Assistant – Admin III

National Institutes of Health NINDS
This Position Is Contingent Upon Bid Award

NIH Main Campus Bethesda Maryland

Assignments may be located at Buildings 10 35 35A or 49 on the NIH Bethesda campus.

• Positions Available: 2 Full-Time
• Type of Employment: Full-Time Contractor Position with W-2 employment through Fidelity Partners.
• Estimated Compensation: $34.39 per hour.
• Annual Hours: Approximately 1984 hours per year.
• Period of Performance: September 24 2026 through March 24 2029 including option periods.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday excluding Federal holidays with an assigned 8-hour shift between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM ET.
• Security Requirements: Successful NACI / Level 1 Non-Sensitive suitability investigation required.
• Work Arrangement: Primarily on-site. Regular or ad-hoc telework may be authorized by the Government.
• Government-Furnished Equipment: NIH provides workspace laptop/computer equipment telephones software email internet access printers/copiers ID badges and required Government-system credentials for on-site work.

The Senior Administrative Assistant will provide advanced administrative and office support to senior-level personnel within the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

• College degree; OR high school diploma/GED plus four (4) years of related work experience.
• Experience performing complex administrative functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting management personnel.
• Experience coordinating high-level meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple calendars and appointments.
• Advanced data-entry and document-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• NIH Federal Government or scientific research administrative experience is preferred.

• Prepare and analyze documents for senior leadership.
• Compile information for reports inquiries and administrative requests.
• Perform advanced word processing and spreadsheet management.
• Prepare create format and edit spreadsheets and charts.
• Develop and maintain administrative tracking tools.
• Perform advanced internet and database research.
• Coordinate meetings calendars appointments and office activities.
• Prepare and review correspondence and memoranda.
• Support travel requests and related documentation.
• Assist with procurement requests and purchase documentation.
• Maintain administrative files and records.
• Assist with office and laboratory communications and supplies.
• Use Microsoft Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint and related applications.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive Government information.