Administrative Support Assistant (OA)

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Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Administrative Support Assistant (OA)

Pearl Harbor, HI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    No

    Major Duties

    • Represents the command and serves as the initial point of contact to coordinate the Commander/Deputy Commander's calendars, as well as to route visitors, direct incoming calls and distribute correspondence.
    • Receives incoming mail, reviews incoming correspondence, and screens material prior to distribution of suspense dates.
    • Drafts and/or finalizes all official command correspondence, policy and procedural guidance; receives and files correspondence, records, and reports; and maintains copies of regulations and directives.
    • Schedules and coordinates mandatory and career-enhancing training; maintains training attendance, evaluation and completion records.
    • Prepares travel orders and administers the command's travel program; reviews and coordinates transportation and lodging requirements with government travel offices and agencies.

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for an Administrative Support Assistant (OA), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-07 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Operates office automation equipment to perform word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, database management, and report generation using a variety of software packages. Coordinates and maintains Calendars to schedule appointments and resolve conflicts based on priorities and other commitments. Prepares and/or finalizes all official command correspondence, policy and procedural guidance, awards, and orders using proper grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and formatting. B. Education: As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-5 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position. C. Typing Proficiency Requirement: Must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Pay Retention will be extended to an eligible employee who applies through a formal recruitment program and is selected for a position at an overseas location.https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025-V536p.PDF?ver=2020-03-30-140046-310 NON-FOREIGN OCONUS INFORMATION: Cost of Living Allowance may be authorized upon determination of eligibility. Please review the following link for additional information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-systems/nonforeign-areas/. HAWAII INFORMATION: It is highly recommended that research be done about the cost of living in Hawaii prior to applying. For information about the cost of living and many other important items to consider visit: http://www.hvcb.org.

  • Compensation
    $52,680-$68,485 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.