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Position Title
Produce Department Manager
Agency
Defense Commissary Agency
Announcement Number
DECA-21-11132289-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, May 28, 2021 to Monday, June 7, 2021
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?

If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.  For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center
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Announcement Screenouts
1. Are you able to frequently lift, push, pull, carry, or handle products weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance, and occasionally more than 40 pounds with assistance? (limit characters)
2. Are you able to perform duties involving prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking? (limit characters)
3. Are you a former Federal employee who has retired and is receiving an annuity either under the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) or Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)?
NOTE: If you are receiving a temporary medical disability retirement OR are a retired Military Service Member your response should be NO.
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Assessment 1
1. Select the response that best describes how you meet the required qualifications for this position. Creditable specialized experience for this position includes managing a commissary store, supermarket, or similar type of commercial retail food store; managing a department in a retail food store; planning, standardizing, or controlling operations in an assigned group of commercial retail food stores; developing, interpreting, or applying policies, procedures, and operating standards for use in a retail food store; providing technical advice on merchandising and operational matters pertaining to grocery, meats, and produce, as well as front end operations. (limit characters)
In this part, you respond to statements about your experience related to the requirements of the job. For each statement, select the ONE response description that best describes your experience. We will review your resume and other provided documentation to determine if it supports the responses you select. (limit characters)
2. Set up promotional displays in a professional and attractive manner.
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3. Inspect produce to ensure quality and safety levels are kept to a high standard.
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4. Distinguish between the different categories and types of produce.
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5. Secure and maintain accountability of all department merchandise, supplies, and equipment.
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6. Determine balance on hand (BOH) by either directing or personally performing inventory.
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7. Monitor stock shrinkage.
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8. Ensure prices and item descriptions have proper store/department information.
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9. Prepare reports, such as equipment and supply forecasts.
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10. Use automated equipment to perform such tasks as: conduct price changes, prepare price lists, and/or perform inventories.
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11. Respond to customer complaints, problems, or inquiries.
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12. Counsel employees on performance and conduct.
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13. Establish and maintain schedules for subordinate employees.
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14. Identify training needs and plan on the job training for subordinates.
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15. Plan and organize tasks by priority levels.
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16. Lead and motivate employees.
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17. Establish and revise work methods and performance standards for subordinate employees.
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18. Prepare performance appraisals
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19. Ensure DeCA security and safety procedures are being followed.
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