Supply Technician (Office Automation)

## Summary The primary purpose of this position is to provide supply operations support pertaining to specialized or unique supplies, equipment, and parts requiring unusual degrees of protection in shipment and storage, or other items that are unique to the organization's mission or are seldom handled.

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. ## Duties Conducts extensive searches for information pertaining to complex and/or unusual supply transactions and patterns. Provides supply support for production, overhaul, repair, or other operations for equipment and/or parts requiring special handling.

Determines stock levels needed for non-recurring, specialized items based on usage, inventory, project demands, seasonal demands, changing customer needs, and projected depletion. Prepares recurring and special reports. Compiles statistics from data requiring substantial analysis, interpretation, and development of new formats.

Performs administrative office support functions and maintains cooperative working relationships with team members, related functions, and operating officials. Responsible for organizing and coordinating an effective storage and receiving operation.

Independently performs a complete range of receiving assignments. ## Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Supply Clerical and Technician Series, 2005.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience must include knowledge of governing supply regulations, procedures, and instructions; and supply functions, operations, program requirements, and work methods.

Knowledge of data entry and processing of supply transactions in an automated supply system; correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports; and various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.

Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection practices, procedures, and principles related to a wide range of materials, technical components, parts and commodities, ability to analyze problems and to develop timely and economical solutions to problems encountered.

Knowledge of the identification, storage, handling, and reporting procedures of hazardous material and knowledge of policies , methods and procedures for material identification, type classification serviceability, and approval for use ; knowledge of procedures, supply catalogs , technical manuals , and equipment drawings required for product and equipment verification and knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures with ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

OR EDUCATION: Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts.

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 governing supply regulations, procedures, and instructions; and supply functions, operations, program requirements, and work methods.

2. Skill in typing, a qualified typist is required. 3. Ability to read, interpret, and apply applicable reference material, such as supply regulations, manuals, catalogs, records, orders, etc., to accomplish tasks and resolve complex supply problems; and to apply basic analytical methods and techniques to resolve complex supply problems and/or deviate from normal supply management procedures or program requirements.

4. Knowledge of quality assurance and inspection practices, procedures, and principles related to a wide range of materials, technical components, parts and commodities, ability to analyze problems and to develop timely and economical solutions to problems encountered. 5.

6. Able to research supply guidance, inventory control and resolve problems. 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 ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application.

Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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