Teller

Defense Commissary Agency•Eielson AFB, AK

23d

About The Position

Tellers control and account for funds received and deposited daily within the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) system. Duties include setting up cash drawers, receiving funds from cashiers, and processing customer refunds. Specific assignments vary by store and management requirements. The position requires a Level 1 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program within two years of appointment. The work is primarily sedentary, with some standing, walking, and occasional bending; lifting or carrying money boxes or bags may be required. The schedule is irregular and includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen or national.
Meet the minimum age requirement, generally 18 years old.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
Meet identity and employment eligibility verification requirements, if applicable.
Meet any required suitability or fitness determination and obtain and maintain clearance eligibility based on the appropriate background investigation.
Meet the physical requirements; may be required to lift and/or carry money boxes or bags.
Complete a Level 1 DoD Financial Management Certification within two years of appointment.
Meet OPM qualifications for series 0530 by the announcement closing date.
Qualify through one of the following: one year of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other general experience; two full years of qualifying education above high school; or a combination of experience and education totaling 100%. Transcripts are required when using education to qualify.
Meet the time-after-competitive-appointment requirement if currently a federal civilian employee: at least 90 days of federal civilian service since selection for a nontemporary appointment through a competitive examination register or direct hire authority.
Demonstrate competencies in cash processing, communication, and computer operations.
Provide a resume that states full-time, part-time with hours, or 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Count change funds, set up cash drawers, and verify each drawer's accuracy.
Turn on the master cash control processor and set up office terminals for the day's business.
Issue change to cashiers.
Operate a cash register as needed.
Periodically check cash register drawers to prevent excessive fund accumulation.
Bag and seal cash and checks and prepare a change list for secure pickup and deposit.
Verify cashier records against the total of change funds and sales records.
Receive funds from cashiers and process customer refunds.