Program Assistant

JHT, a federal contractor, is seeking a Program Assistant to support a federal agency in Atlanta, GA. Duties include:Develop and manage various reports using MS Word, Excel, and Access.Attend meetings to take notes and prepare reports and information obtained during attendance at the meetings.Process and track all specimens that come through the Disease Assessment Laboratory.Communicate test results to state labs and other interested parties.Maintain branch equipment database and produce requested reports and analyses.Obtain quotes for equipment maintenance agreements; process through automated system for payment; track equipment agreements; and obtain quotes for repairs as necessary.Provide backup to Branch Secretary for answering telephone calls and other activities as necessary.Coordinate section supplies and orders.Process time and attendance for section.Coordinate guest researchers, work site students, and other personnel packets.Perform other tasks as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of software as required for task performance and keyboarding skills of at least 45 wpm.Good verbal and written communications skills with knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.Understanding of, or ability to learn, medical terminology.High school diploma, or the equivalent, with some college course work in business administration, English, or a related field preferred.Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet requirements for access to classified information. U.S. Citizenship required.