Administrative Assistant (Fleet & Family Support Center)

The primary purpose of this position is to provide a wide range of administrative and program support and assistance that is in direct support of the Fleet & Family Support Center Site Manager. Additionally, the incumbent performs a variety of other administrative/office automation duties in support of the Program.

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Other Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a current state driver’s license as travel may be required in the performance of duty. May be required to make special trips to local offices (up to 20%), inside or outside the building, to pick up or deliver special mail or materials or to other local sites as a short-term filling when directed. Qualified typist is required.

This is a non­critical sensitive position requiring access to IT II system and/or PII. Access to the computer network is required to maintain information and data. Position requires employee to obtain/maintain eligibility for a secret clearance. Incumbent may perform some or all the following duties as assigned:

A. Provides support through a· wide array of assignments to include general front office administrative services in direct support of all programs that fall under the FFSP Site, which may include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

• Interacts with other service programs to ensure receipt of referral and documents; works with the Freedom of Information Act Office (FOIA) regarding requests for records and researching information in the record(s).
• Screens intake calls appropriately (does not conduct intake), schedules routine appointments for clients and conveys information to clients.
• Makes routine contacts with officials of other agencies in the community. Maintains the necessary documents, records, files and referral information, and similar program work.
• Provides information to clients about the program services, requirements, and procedures.
• Assists clients in the operation of copier, fax machine, and computer equipment/software available for official use, as assigned. Submits appropriate repair requests, service requests, and supply requests, and schedules routine maintenance, as necessary.
• Conducts follow­ up with clients answering any questions and aiding, as needed. Maintains referral directories, information of community resources, and similar office work pertaining to programs of the FFSP.

B. Provides clerical/administrative assistance/support, as assigned, which may include, but is not limited to, the following tasks:

• Establishes and maintains subject matter files and records that relate to the programs of the FFSP. Sets up and maintains logs showing the status of actions and correspondence, both internally and externally to the program. Ensures files include all required documents that are properly signed. Carries out confidentiality/PII guidelines and other essential procedures regarding personnel/client files/information. Composes non­ technical correspondence, ensures proper formatting; locates and/or assembles information for reports, briefs, etc.
• Receives visitors and telephone calls to the office, determines the nature of requests and directs visitors and/or callers to appropriate staff, or personally provides the information desired when routine or procedural matters of the office are involved. Uses diplomacy and tact in dealing with internal and external leadership, staff, and all other individuals. Receives/manages requests for appointments with the Supervisor/Program Site Manager, as needed. Checks on availability and confirms appointments. Reschedules appointments upon requests of the Supervisor/Program Site Manager or staff member.
• Responds to routine and non­technical requests for information. This may involve determining whether to release the information and the requestor’s authority to receive the information, requesting guidance from the Supervisor/Site Manager when in doubt.
• Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for time, participants, and location of meetings and assembling background material in accordance with instructions from the supervisor for a variety of meetings that include but are not limited to the Family Advocacy Committee (FAC), Incident Determination Committee (IDC) and Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) meetings. Records, types, and distributes minutes from these meetings.
• Reports, tracks, and finalizes all building maintenance work requests. Maintains service logs on all maintenance issues within the FFSP complex.

• The employee uses the full range of functions, including advanced processes of one or more word processing software and/or desktop publishing applications to produce a variety of documents. Uses various functions of other software types such as calendars, electronic mail, spreadsheets, or graphics. The employee plans and carries out assignments with considerable independence.
• Uses multiple function office equipment and automated software to produce a wide­ range of documents, reports, spreadsheets, briefs, and tables. Typing is required.
• Performs timekeeping functions and advises management and staff on procedures and regulations for completing and certifying time and attendance records. Prepares/inputs time and attendance records. Prepares/inputs time and attendance data into applicable timekeeping programs for assigned staff and follows­ up with appropriate staff to obtain required information/documents, i.e., leave request, etc.
• Maintains documents in electronic files for easy retrieval. Creates and/or maintains a database for program statistical tracking. Makes backup copies of stored data, as appropriate.
• Performs other management support duties as assigned.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described below. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of the policies, regulations, procedures, and reporting requirements governing the programs of the FFSP; and broad knowledge of the various elements of all other FFSP.
• Skill in communicating with clients, management, and leadership to obtain information and explain regulations and agency procedures. This includes skill in drawing out and organizing relevant information from persons who are often unaware of legal and procedural requirements, which may apply to a presenting problem and are angry and distressed due to the conditions that gave rise to the situation. Uses diplomacy and tact in dealing with other agency staff and when responding to calls from clients in stressful and emotional situations.
• Knowledge of English grammar and usage, format, and procedural requirements. Skills in writing and oral communication to write/type letters, memoranda, and reports, and clearly explain complicated regulations, procedures, and concepts to persons outside the agency.
• Knowledge of the organization of office files and the purpose and content of documents in the files. Knowledge of the clerical steps in processing files and retrieving information in files to prepare reports and maintain suspense records.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and software packages used by the FFSP. A fully qualified typist is required. Skill in text insertion, deletion, retrieval, manipulation, copying, printing, and editing functions on word processing systems.
• Knowledge of techniques to develop briefings for specific FFSP programs and the mission, functions, and organizational structure of the FFSP, in general.
• Knowledge of procedures for travel and training requests.
• Knowledge of procedures for time and attendance reporting, record keeping.
• Knowledge of the duties, priorities, commitments, policies, and program goals of the supervisor to perform non­routine assignments.
• Knowledge of procedures for use of the DOD Government Purchase Card Program, and the ability to attain appointment as a purchase card holder.
• Knowledge of procedures involved in automated appointment system management.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.