Administrative Services Assistant

United States Fleet Forces Command • Kittery, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

You will serve as an Administrative Services Assistant in the Assistant Nuclear Engineering and Planning Manager (Code 2301) office at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. You will control access to the physical office, answer telephones, determine the nature of requests, and direct callers and visitors to appropriate staff. You will handle incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence and maintain office and building material condition and office equipment.

The position may require an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may require overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours. Travel from the normal duty station to domestic and international locations, including remote or isolated sites, may be required. The work environment may include potentially harmful physical and chemical agents, and continuous use of personal protective equipment for the duration of the shift is required. Participation in medical surveillance programs is also required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program and pass the required E-Verify employment verification check if new to the Department of the Navy.
• Current federal employees applying for GS positions must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment continuously for the duration of the work shift and participate in medical surveillance programs.
• Must be able to travel, including on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods, if required.
• For GS-7: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-6 in federal service, or equivalent private- or public-sector experience, including effective oral and written communication with tact and diplomacy; independent work, responsibility, resourcefulness, and sound judgment; knowledge of management functions and processes to research, compile, and present information; and knowledge of software systems needed to complete assigned tasks.
• For GS-6: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-5 in federal service, or equivalent private- or public-sector experience, including knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, format requirements, security regulations, and file and mail procedures; knowledge of software systems needed to complete assigned tasks; and experience maintaining a supervisor's calendar and scheduling commitments based on workload.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a DoD civilian position within 180 days of retirement are subject to applicable statutory provisions.

Responsibilities

• Control access to the physical office.
• Answer telephones, determine the nature of requests, and direct callers and visitors to appropriate staff.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence.
• Maintain office and building material condition and office equipment.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type; applicants should contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed