The Standardization Branch directs and oversees the SCI Division's Supply Depot, through which inspection equipment, inspection aids, color guides, U.S. grade standards and inspection manuals, certificates, note sheets, and related materials are distributed to SCI Division field locations, Federal terminal markets, the States, and industry. The selectee serves as a Program Support Assistant in the Standardization Branch and supports the work of the Branch.

Duties

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Responsible for assisting supervisors in matters pertaining to space, equipment, telephones, facilities, supplies, GSA vehicles, etc. Prepares justifications that are required for procurement of supplies, materials, equipment, and other purchases. Prepares bills for customers, processes billing information, receives payments, and processes payments. Receives, coordinates, and processes shipping requests. Monitors low inventory triggers and purchases additional supplies/equipment as necessary. Assists in the preparation of visual aids by taking photos, creating 360 photography, and printing of visual aids.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/
• Prior to an official offer, selectee will be required to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) acknowledging/accepting that geographic mobility is a condition of employment. Failure to sign the MOU will result in withdrawal of the job offer.
• The selectee will be required to use a pallet jack or hand truck.
• The selectee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. FOR THE GS-05 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-04 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates ability to: Experience using email, spreadsheets, and/or databases (e.g., Outlook, Excel). Experience communicating orally and in writing to a variety of users, stakeholders, and other groups. Experience interpreting policies, procedures, and guidelines. Experience using photography equipment and photo editing software. OR Four years education above the High School level in any field of study. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. FOR THE GS-06 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-05 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates ability to: Experience gathering and analyzing management administrative and program data. Experience assisting in interpreting laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Experience in shipping and receiving logistics and inventory control. Experience in invoicing and accounts receivable. NOTE: There is no education substitution for this grade level. FOR THE GS-07 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level) that demonstrates: Independent experience using email, spreadsheets, and/or databases (e.g., Outlook, Excel) to enter, analyze and report information. Independent experience receiving, coordinating, and processing shipping requests per established guidelines. Independent experience interpreting laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Independent experience in visual design, using photography equipment, and photo editing software. NOTE: There is no education substitution for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-05 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Please see above for education qualification requirement information.

Contacts

• Address Agricultural Marketing Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]