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Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform clerical duties and carry out the daily operations of the front desk of the Child Development, School Age Program, Family Child Care and Youth Center hourly, wrap around, special event, part-day pre-school, surge and summer programs. Responsibilities Performs the administrative, clerical and building custodian duties of the Child and Youth Services Programs. Gathers and summarizes information from files and documents for supervisor's or other staff members use in responding to inquiries (transition of children to the next level, new parent orientation, rates, menus, work orders, purchase orders, hourly ratios, etc.). Receives/makes telephone calls and greets visitors. Administers records, forms, supplies and daily financial reports. Uses varied functions of multiple office automations software to produce a wide range of documents, formats, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of the closing of this announcement at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NK-1, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-4 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of various office automation software processing procedures and function keys and the similarities and differences among software types to produce a wide range of documents; knowledge of standard office equipment, such as copiers, etc.; knowledge of body of rules, procedures, or operations applicable to clerical assignments, such as preparing various routine correspondence/reports, maintaining files/records, and reviewing and processing mail; subject-matter knowledge of the Airman and Family Services programs and operations; the maintaining of inventory records and replenishing supplies; the body of standardized rules, processes, or operations. This experience must have been at a level of difficulty and complexity sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of this position. It may have been gained in the private sector, volunteer service, military service, and/or government service, etc. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-04 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the NK-2 level. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of office functions to screen telephone calls and visitors, prepare and review correspondence, and perform other administrative work of the organization. 2. Knowledge of automated and/or physical filing systems and procedures and the subject matter content of the materials being processed. 3. Knowledge of format of clerical procedures to arrange a variety of material from different sources. 4. Knowledge of Child and Youth Services programs and procedures. 5. Skill in typing, a qualified typist is required. 6. Ability to locate, assembles, and composes information for routine reports, inquiries, and non-technical correspondence. 7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy. 8. Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines. 9. Ability to guide employees in the accomplishment of work assignments. Physical Demands: Work requires walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting/carrying children and moderate physical exertion. The incumbent works in a child development facility and may be required to rearrange furniture and lift/carry children weighing up to 40 pounds. Work Environment: The work is performed in a typical office setting, requiring the use of normal safety precautions necessary for an office environment. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 12553956 If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.