Job summary

You will serve as an Assistant in the office of the Commander of NAVSURFWARCENDLD. If selected, you will serve as the Executive Assistant for the Commander and the Chief of Staff. This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project. The NG-04 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-09 and GS-10. The NG-05 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to GS-11 and 12. Salary Ranges: NG-04: $54,440 - $86,085 NG-05: $66,216 - $113,362

Major duties

You will compose and review correspondence, memoranda and other materials on technical and non-technical matters for the signature of the Commander. You will type and review a variety of memoranda and reports for accuracy and content. You will determine the routing of correspondence to staff members, setting controls and deadlines. You will develop, coordinate, disseminate and evaluate NSWC Headquarters policies and procedures. You will provide guidance related to strategies that affect NSWCDD and advise CDSA Dam Neck, field activities, detachments, and departments on issues involving Command decisions. You will plan, develop, coordinate, and support visits of influential civic and government leaders. You will design, develop, and manage systems, processes, and procedures necessary for tracking and documenting high level activities for projects/programs and for the Commander and Chief of Staff.

Qualification

FOR THE NG-05: Your resume must indicate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade NG-04 (GS-09/10 equivalent) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector managing or coordinating the clerical, administrative, or secretarial functions for an executive level office or manager. Examples of qualifying experience may include: developing or evaluating administrative policies and procedures; organizing and ensuring the flow of clerical processes; ensuring correspondence, requisitions, personnel action requests, and travel documents adhere to policy; making extensive travel arrangements; de-conflicting or optimizing appointment schedules to maximize time efficiency; coordinating all arrangements for meetings or off-site conferences; developing spreadsheets, charts, or graphs to support executive level requirements. FOR THE NG-04: Your resume must indicate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade NG-03 (GS-07/08 equivalent) in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector providing clerical, administrative, or secretarial support for an office or organization. Examples of qualifying experience may include: preparing correspondence and other documents; coordinating meetings; maintaining the status of action items; scheduling appointments; screening calls or visitors; entering data into electronic systems or spreadsheets to support travel, timekeeping, or procurement. This position requires the ability to type at least 40 words per minute. Your response to the typing skill question on the Occupational Questionnaire will be used in your qualification determination. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

In lieu of general/specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: FOR THE NG-04:Successful completion of a master's or equivalent graduate degree directly related to the position. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ -OR- Successful completion of two full years of graduate level education that is directly related to the position being filled. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ -OR- A combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience. The percentage of the required graduate education plus the percentage of the required specialized experience equal one hundred percent. A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: CLERICAL SUPPORT FUNCTIONS CORRESPONDENCE CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICE AUTOMATION ORAL COMMUNICATION WRITTEN COMMUNICATION You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.