Job opening: COMPUTER ASSISTANT (OFFICE AUTOMATION)
Salary: $48 676 - 63 278 per year
Published at: Oct 25 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a focal point in the organization for technical support specialist (a.k.a. Workgroup Manager) duties, providing computer related assistance and support to organizational users.
Duties
Performs technical support specialist duties. Acting as a focal point for organizational computer related activities, provides guidance on technical aspects of computers and system use to organization users.
Performs a wide variety of record keeping, updating existing program Database Management System (DMS), reporting, and informational duties in support of the organization's programs, functions, and projects.
Performs computer security duties. Controls computer security access by assigning, modifying, and deleting passwords and issuing International Association of Administrative Professional user licenses.
Monitors and maintains computers and related peripherals and tracks routine maintenance of existing computer equipment.
Uses multiple office automation software with varied functions to produce a wide range of documents, formats, etc.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- PCS will not be paid.
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments.
- This is a TERM position NTE 366 days from EOD.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Information Assurance Certification is a condition of employment. This position includes information assurance (IA) work as a paramount duty requirement. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in removal from this position.
- Per DoD 8570.01M, the incumbent of this position must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3.
- A typing speed of 40 words per minute is required for this position.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes using the functions and capabilities of various computers, computer network systems, programs, and software/hardware for various tasks; word processing software procedures and function keys to perform a range of functions; Information Systems Security (INFOSEC), standard operating system services, and securing network resources to function as the Computer Security (COMPUSEC) Manager and Network Encryption System Manager; and standard workstation operating system and office productivity applications to train and assist customers.
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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
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:
Knowledge of the fundamental capabilities and limitations of a variety of computers, computer network systems, and programs; as well as computer-related software and hardware in order to test, install, upgrade, configure, diagnose, and maintain proper functionality.
Knowledge of network security environment, network configuration, standard network operating system service and support sharing and securing resources involving technical program applications used within the organization.
Knowledge of advanced configuration of internet browsers, electronic mail, and website design to maintain and update existing systems.
Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, graphs, and E-mail/messaging.
Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
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
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Contacts
- Address Luke AFB
7383 N Litchfield Road
Luke AFB, AZ 85309
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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