Office Manager
About The Position
The Office Manager serves in the Targeting and Kinetic Effects Group of NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV CHINA LAKE. The role supports office operations by preparing correspondence, reports, and other documents; making PCARD purchases in Navy ERP; generating and annually renewing off-center security clearances for staff; assisting visitors to the TPO with travel information and logistics; and scheduling office equipment upgrades and repairs. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower federal grade or pay band, or qualifying education in lieu of experience. The role may require travel from the normal duty station to domestic and international locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel on military or commercial aircraft. A security clearance must be obtained and maintained before entering duty.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
- Current federal employees applying for STRL jobs generally must meet one year of time-in-band at the next lower band by the announcement closing date.
- Must comply with applicable restrictions on appointing retired military members within 180 days of retirement to a civilian DoD position.
- Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
- Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering duty.
- Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
- At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade or pay band, including administrative office operations, calendar coordination, VTC logistics, and official visitor support.
- Experience using the Defense Travel System (DTS) to process complex domestic and foreign travel arrangements in compliance with Joint Travel Regulations.
- Experience applying manuals to draft, review, and route official documents and correspondence.
- Experience initiating and tracking requests and telecommunications service requests.
- Experience performing physical security duties, including safeguarding classified, confidential, and Privacy Act information; managing security container combinations; and maintaining access badges and logs.
- In lieu of general or specialized experience, successful completion of four years of education above high school may qualify; a transcript must be submitted when qualifying through education.
Responsibilities
- Prepare standard correspondence, reports, and other documents, ensuring correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format under the Naval Correspondence Manual.
- Make PCARD purchases using Navy ERP.
- Generate off-center security clearances for staff and renew them annually.
- Support TPO visitors with travel suggestions and information, and logistics support.
- Schedule office equipment upgrades and repairs as needed.
Benefits
- A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
