Human Resources Assistant (Military/Office Automation)

U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command • Boston, MA

23d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Military Entrance Processing Command in Boston, Massachusetts. The Human Resources Assistant welcomes visitors, maintains paper and electronic files, enters and updates applicant information in databases, responds to or refers inquiries, and reviews supporting documents to resolve discrepancies in personnel records. The role requires typing proficiency and the ability to use web-based software systems. The incumbent must complete applicable Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS training within 30 days of entering the position and/or as required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• One year of specialized experience, typically at the GS-04 level, including using computers for database management and/or word processing; maintaining paper and electronic files; reviewing and/or editing documents; and providing information to callers and visitors; OR four years of education above the high school level from an accredited business, secretarial, or technical school, junior college, college, or university; OR a qualifying combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
• Ability to type and use web-based software systems.
• Successful completion of applicable MHS GENESIS training within 30 days of entering the position and/or as required.
• Ability to complete a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by a qualified private organization as equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full credit for courses at a U.S.-accredited institution.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Complete a one-year probationary period.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors to the organization.
• File materials for ease of retrieval in accordance with established filing procedures.
• Maintain a database by entering new or updated applicant information.
• Answer visitor inquiries or refer them to the appropriate source.
• Review supporting documents to resolve discrepancies in personnel records.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefit eligibility depends on position type.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advance in-hire may be authorized.
• Advanced leave accrual may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED