Staff Assistant

The Gist:

Executive-level administrative support role at the State Department’s Office of Foreign Missions. You’ll manage operations for senior leadership while coordinating across bureaus, agencies, and Congress.

What You’d Be Doing:

• Manage operational support activities for the Director and coordinate with department offices, the White House, Congressional staff, and other agencies
• Track the office’s participation in inter-bureau and inter-agency meetings to ensure timely and substantive contributions
• Prepare reports, briefing papers, background documents, and correspondence involving analysis and interpretation of data

What They’re Looking For:

• Education: Master’s degree required, or 2+ years of graduate study, or J.D./LL.B., or equivalent combination of graduate education and specialized experience.
• Experience: 1+ year of specialized federal experience at GS-07 level providing administrative/operational support, coordinating across offices, and preparing research and briefings.
• Standout Qualifications: Prior experience in foreign policy, interagency coordination, or congressional relations would strengthen your candidacy.

Good Fit If:

You’re organized and detail-oriented, comfortable juggling competing priorities from multiple stakeholders, and able to distill complex information into clear, concise briefings. You thrive in fast-paced environments supporting senior leaders.

Deadline: September 21, 2026

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