Department of the Navy

Secretary

Honolulu, Hawaii Full time

Secretary

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Honolulu, Hawaii

Salary Range: $25.24 - $28.61 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam MWR Administration offices. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative and clerical support to the MWR Director, as well as multiple facilities throughout JBPHH. This position is open to the public, applicants residing on the island of Oahu only.

Major Duties:

  • Major Duties and Responsibilities: Provides administrative and clerical support to the MWR Director, Deputy Director and/or equivalent. Receives and screens telephone calls and visitors, determines those which can be answered personally, and refers others as appropriate. Assembles background materials, reports and statistical data pertaining to meetings, briefings, etc. Prepares detail or summary reports of meetings. Makes arrangements for meetings including space and time and notifies those who are to attend of the topics to be discussed. Reviews incoming and outgoing correspondence for proper format, conformance with procedural instructions, grammar, and typographical accuracy. Prepares and types correspondence using established procedures. Edits correspondence for correct spelling, grammar, clarity of expression, accuracy and consistency of facts and appropriate tone. Reads incoming correspondence, publications, regulations and directives to identify points of interest for the Director and staff. Gathers data and compiles reports as needed. Establishes and maintains superior's office files. Handles matters of a confidential and sensitive nature. Makes travel arrangements for Director and prepares travel vouchers and reports. Support Purchases and Purchase requests. May provide advice to secretaries in subordinate branches concerning such matters as reports and correspondence. Maintains the Director's calendar. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Three years of progressively responsible office experience which demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties outlined above. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to deal with people. Must be skilled in the use of a personal computer, various software programs. Must be a qualified typist.

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/16/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12899690 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-16