Army Reserve Administrator

U.S. Army Reserve Command • Buckeye, AZ

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About The Position

These are Military Technician positions with the United States Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command, with vacancies in Buckeye, Arizona; Green Bay, Wisconsin; Los Angeles, California; Portage, Michigan; Salt Lake City, Utah; and Tulsa, Oklahoma. The role provides administrative support for the organization’s readiness program and involves advising personnel, coordinating training and travel, and supporting financial and pay processes.

Applicants must be active members of the U.S. Army Reserve as Soldiers before a start date can be set. The incumbent must complete the Unit Administrator Basic Course and Unit Pay Administrator Course within 18 months of appointment. Duties may require work evenings, nights, holidays, and/or weekends, including changes to shifts or tours of duty.

Applicants must meet the stated experience, education, or combined qualification criteria. The position also has a GS time-in-grade requirement for certain applicants. Employment is subject to background and suitability determinations, U.S. citizenship verification, and a one-year probationary period. Direct deposit is required. A comprehensive federal benefits package is described, with eligibility and specific benefits depending on position type.

Requirements

• Active membership as a Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve before a start date can be set.
• Successfully complete the Unit Administrator Basic Course within 18 months of appointment.
• Successfully complete the Unit Pay Administrator Course within 18 months of appointment.
• Meet one of the following qualification paths: one year of specialized experience; a qualifying master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education; or a qualifying combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
• Specialized experience must include administrative support in one or more areas such as training, medical readiness, personnel actions, financial actions, supply, or logistics; coordination of logistical and training support with internal personnel and/or organizations; and preparation of written correspondence for briefing organizational personnel.
• Applicants who held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated as equivalent to education from an accredited U.S. program or receive full credit at a U.S.-accredited college or university.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Submit transcripts if qualifying based on education.
• Meet any applicable employment-authority eligibility and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily administrative functions in support of the organization’s readiness program.
• Provide guidance to personnel on changes to organizational regulations and directives.
• Use automation systems to identify financial management program deficiencies.
• Analyze account report systems to maintain inventory.
• Coordinate personnel training programs in accordance with organizational directives and guidance.
• Manage the organization’s travel program.
• Provide pay guidance to organizational personnel.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for specific benefits.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.
• Recruitment, retention, and/or relocation incentives may be authorized when determined to be in the government’s best interest.
• Advanced in-hire rates and advanced leave accrual may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Moving expenses may be authorized for eligible newly appointed Army Reserve Military Technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level