Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Administrative Assistant

Talbot Soil Conservation District

Location: Easton, Maryland
Salary: $49,717 annually, plus benefits
Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

Position Summary

The Talbot Soil Conservation District is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. This is a contractual position funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service.

The Administrative Assistant provides clerical and administrative support to help ensure the efficient operation of the District office. This position works closely with District staff, management, partner agencies, and members of the public while supporting accurate recordkeeping, timely communication, efficient workflow, and professional customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and other documents.
• Maintain accurate administrative and financial records.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and office activities.
• Respond professionally to telephone calls, emails, and public inquiries.
• Assist staff, management, and partner agencies with administrative needs.
• Process, organize, and distribute information and documents.
• Perform general clerical duties and other related responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year of administrative and/or clerical experience.
• Experience maintaining physical and digital records and filing systems.
• Experience working with financial or administrative records.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, partner agencies, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain confidentiality.
• Relevant education may be substituted for a portion of the required experience.

Compensation

The annual salary is $49,717, plus benefits , based on the U.S. General Schedule at GS-5, Step 3 , including the applicable locality adjustment.

How to Apply

Applications must be received by October 15, 2026 . Visit -our-team/ to download the application package.

For information regarding the application process, contact:

Shawn D. Smith
Talbot Soil Conservation District
28577 Marys Court, Suite 3
Easton, MD 21601

The Talbot Soil Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

ADA/EOE

Talbot SCD's mission statement is "to provide leadership, technical assistance, and education to the citizens, landowners, and agricultural community of Talbot County to conserve soil, protect water quality, preserve shoreline resources, and promote responsible land use."

Company Description

Talbot SCD's mission statement is "to provide leadership, technical assistance, and education to the citizens, landowners, and agricultural community of Talbot County to conserve soil, protect water quality, preserve shoreline resources, and promote responsible land use."