Secretary (Office Automation)

United States Department Of Defense; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Department Of Defense seeks a Secretary (Office Automation) at a Defense Commissary Agency facility in Augusta, GA. The incumbent will perform secretarial, administrative, general clerical, and typing (office automation) duties and responsibilities.

Required is one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 in federal service or other pay systems, with capability to process personnel/payroll actions, generate reports, and maintain supply records.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 in federal service or equivalent
• Experience coordinating personnel and payroll actions and resolving discrepancies
• Prepare and assemble reports using multiple automated systems
• Manage a supply or property accountability program and maintain records

Responsibilities

• Perform secretarial, administrative, general clerical, and typing duties (office automation)
• Process and coordinate personnel and payroll actions
• Investigate and troubleshoot payroll or timekeeping issues
• Prepare detailed reports and correspondence using databases, spreadsheets, and graphic design tools

Skills

Secretarial duties

Administrative work

General clerical work

Typing

Office automation

Tools

Databases

Spreadsheets

Graphic design tools

Job description

Serves as a Secretary (Office Automation) in a commissary store at a Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) facility. The primary purpose of this position is Perform secretarial, administrative, general clerical, and typing (office automation) duties and responsibilities.

You must meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualifications for series 0318 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date. Your resume must clearly show that you have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications and other regulatory requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Creditable specialized experience includes:

• 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).

Overtime: Occasional

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt

Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered

Obligated Position: No

Reemployed Annuitants Considered: No, DoD criteria not met.

Work environment: The incumbent typically works indoors in a commissary that is adequately heated, lighted and ventilated. The assignments involve normal everyday risks and discomforts. Standard safety practices are required.

Telework eligible: No

Remote work eligible: No