Job title: Branch Support Assistant (OA)
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryAbout the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Cold Regions Research Engineer Lab (CRREL).This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position provides promotion opportunity to the GS-07 grade level without further competition when eligible and recommended by management.OverviewOpen & closing dates09/30/2024 to 10/10/2024Salary$44,709 – $71,999 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 5 – 7Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential7Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberCERG244641461651HLControl number811806300This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll U.S. CitizensVideosDuties
- Performs administrative support functions for the Chief of staff.
- Assists with program budget preparation.
- Reviews correspondences for completeness and accuracy.
- Coordinates travel arrangements for assigned staff.
- Functions as primary resource on current policies, procedures, and regulations.
- If selected at the GS-5/6 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .Minimum Qualifications GS-05: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Utilizing automated systems to gather research on financial data; Providing administrative support on departmental record keeping; and Drafting correspondences and reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).OREducation: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university.ORCombination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages.Minimum Qualifications GS-06: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Operating financial systems to process transactions; Generating travel arrangements for assigned personnel; and Finalizing correspondences and reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job at the GS-06 grade level, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone–no substitution of education for experience is permitted.Minimum Qualifications GS-07: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Approving travel arrangements for senior officials; Tracking expenditures to ensure adherence to purchasing regulations and policies; and Analyzing financial data through automated systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job at the GS-07 grade level, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone–no substitution of education for experience is permitted.Proficiency Required: This position requires a qualified typist. A qualified typist can type 40 words per minute based on a 5 minute sample with three or fewer errors.All qualification requirements, including time after competitive appointment, must be met within 30 days of closing date of this announcement.Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-04).This announcement MAY be used to fill like vacancies for six months after the closing date.EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:Additional information
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- One year trial/probationary period may be required.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
information sheet. * This is a Clerical and Administrative Support position.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
- Relocation/Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
- This position is Non Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
- Eligible for situational telework only, including emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
- Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Expected salary: $44709 – 71999 per year
Location: Hanover, NH
Job date: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 23:07:59 GMT
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