Secretary (Office Automation)

About this role

You must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualifications for series 0318 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date. Your resume (and/or transcript if necessary) must clearly show that you have the qualifications described below. You can use experience, education, superior academic achievement, or a combination of experience and education to qualify. Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 grade level.

Experience can be under other Federal service pay systems, private sector, or military. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include: Processing and coordinating personnel and payroll actions, including reviewing new-hire paperwork and resolving discrepancies with human resources or payroll representatives. Investigating and troubleshooting complex personnel, timekeeping, or payroll issues by reviewing system inputs, documentation, and established procedures.

Preparing and assembling detailed reports and correspondence using multiple automated systems, including databases, spreadsheets, and graphic design tools. Independently managing a supply or property accountability program, including maintaining records, coordinating equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with supply regulations. You will receive credit for all relevant qualifying experience (paid and unpaid), including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Physical requirements: (1) Bending, standing, walking and carrying of light items. (2) You will attest to your ability to perform these physical requirements in the Questionnaire. As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in the position's competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire Assessment.

This additional online assessment is required and must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement unless you have requested Reasonable Accommodation for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Your results will be kept on record for one year when applying for future jobs that require the same USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Minimum Qualifications GS-06 (One-Grade Interval- No Education Substitution) Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Nonexempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered Obligated Position: No Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No.