Office Support Assistant

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers•Umatilla, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office Support Assistant position is located at McNary Lock and Dam, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the Columbia River near Umatilla, Oregon. Duties are performed both inside and outside the hydroelectric powerhouse in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment. Employees working at McNary Dam and living in Washington are exempt from Oregon state tax. The role provides broad administrative support across personnel, payroll, purchasing, travel, safety, and office operations. It uses automated systems to support compliance, streamline processes, and maintain accurate records. The position requires one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06, qualifying graduate education, or a qualifying combination of education and experience. Applicants who have held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must meet the time-in-grade requirement of 52 weeks at GS-06 or equivalent.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06 in the Federal service, including administrative support functions, personnel actions, employee benefits assistance, and use of automated financial management systems; or qualifying graduate education; or a qualifying combination of experience and education.
Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a state-issued driver's license.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

Gather and analyze project-program information and prepare reports, charts, and presentations.
Use systems including CEFMS, DCPDS, AutoNOA, and Microsoft Office to streamline operations and comply with directives.
Interpret regulations, develop Standard Operating Procedures, and guide staff through complex administrative procedures.
Process personnel actions, recruitment packages, telework agreements, and performance awards.
In-process new employees and provide information about benefits, including TSP, health, life insurance, and retirement.
Assist staff with personnel-related forms and coordinate with the Army Benefits Center.
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll rules and regulations.
Manage timekeeping records, troubleshoot attendance and leave issues, and ensure correct labor charge codes using FEMS and CETALS.
Serve as a Government Purchase Card holder within micro-purchase thresholds.
Prepare purchase requests, enter receiving reports, and reconcile statements using CEFMS and FEM.
Process TDY, local travel, and invitational orders and vouchers in compliance with Joint Travel Regulations and district policies.
Track recordable injuries using OSHA/eComp, prepare safety meeting minutes, perform receptionist duties, distribute mail, and maintain official files.