Secretary (Office Automation)

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The primary purpose of this position is to: serve as the principal office assistant to the commander, performing various administrative and clerical duties in support of the organization. Performs office automation support using multiple automated programs and software such as databases, spreadsheets, and graphics in support of the administrative and clerical work.In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-01 , equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include in-depth knowledge of procurement documentation, verification, processes, regulations and guidelines, in-depth knowledge of procurement filing requirements, ability to prepare procurement documents and to analyze them for completeness, accuracy, and proper format, and ability to input, retrieve and maintain data in automated procurement systems.

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EDUCATION: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college, or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. In-depth knowledge of procurement documentation, verification, processes, regulations and guidelines.
2. In-depth knowledge of procurement filing requirements.
3. Knowledge of general office administrative and clerical procedures.
4. Ability to prepare procurement documents and to analyze them for completeness, accuracy, and proper format.
5. Ability to locate access and extract information through use of office automation, hardware and software.
6. Ability to input, retrieve and maintain data in automated procurement systems and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE : Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY ? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.