FFSP Office Automation Assistant

Summary Serve as an Administrative Assistant within Commander, Navy Installations Command, Fleet and Family Readiness Department, Family Readiness Division, Fleet and Family Support Program.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 Director. Additionally, the incumbent performs a variety of other administrative/office automation duties in support of the Program. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any scheduled appointments. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation and obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance (T3). 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 fill-in when directed. Must possess and maintain a current state driver's license as travel may be required in the performance of duty This is a non-critical 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 Qualifications 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 FFSC 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 in order to perform non-routine assignments. Knowledge of procedures for use of the DOD Government Purchase Card Program, and the ability to attain appointment as a purchase cardholder. Knowledge of procedures involved in automated appointment system management. Education N/A Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.