Administrative Services Technician

U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command • Camp Dodge Military Reservation, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Military Entrance Processing Station plays a vital role in maintaining the nation's military might by ensuring that each new member of the Armed Forces: Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Space Force & Coast Guard; meets the high mental, moral & medical standards required by the DoD & the military services. Every MEPS represents state of the art in testing, examining & processing applicants for enlistment into the Armed Forces. This position is a permanent position.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a government purchase card.
• Must possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain a HAZMAT certification.
• Must possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain a Blood Borne Pathogen certification.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid state issued Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate motor vehicles.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be computer literate, but the duties do not require a qualified typist.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job.
• Must clearly describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job, including: Maintaining an automated inventory system to account for company's supply inventory; Resolving issues with supply requests to ensure required supplies can be obtained; Making approved purchases with a company credit card within established limits; Assisting in the management and/or maintenance of an organization's motor vehicle fleet.
• No substitution of education for experience is permitted.
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06).
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Account for current and incoming inventory items.
• Adhere to rules and guidelines while performing the duties of a Purchasing Agent.
• Track the status of assets utilizing automated systems.
• Independently evaluate the need for facility and equipment maintenance.
• Advise and assist Commander and staff members on all matters pertaining to motor vehicle management and maintenance.

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.
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What This Job Offers

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