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Position Title
Grocery Department Manager (Annex)
Agency
Defense Commissary Agency
Announcement Number
DECA-23-CCP-12100268-MP Opens in new window
Open Period
Sunday, September 17, 2023 to Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Are you an employee of the agency advertising this position and applying to be considered for a Reassignment, Change-to-Lower Grade or Re-promotion to a grade previously held? You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.

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2. Are you an employee of the agency advertising this position and applying to be considered for a Promotion? You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Announcement Screen-out
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 one that best describes how you meet the required qualifications for this position. Credible 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)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
2. Within the last 12 months have you had a permanent change of station (PCS) move at government expense? (limit characters)
3. Identify which of the following awards you have received during the past 12 months: (limit characters)
4. My most recent performance appraisal rating is: (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)
5. Conduct periodic inventories of merchandise on hand.
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6. Inspect store items to ensure they are displayed and in stock in sufficient quantities.
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7. Manage the Not-In-Stock listing.
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8. Verify vendor invoices against merchandise received.
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9. Verify pricing accuracy and proper shelf allocation for subsistence items.
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10. Complete formal performance appraisals.
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11. Counsel employees regarding performance and conduct issues.
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12. Establish and/or revise work methods and performance standards for subordinate employees.
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13. Identify training needs and plan on the job training for subordinates.
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14. Hear and resolve informal grievances to include meeting with union representatives.
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15. Check refrigerated display cases and equipment to ensure adequate temperature levels are maintained.
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16. Inspect merchandise for product deterioration, spoilage, and/or deficiencies.
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17. Ensure proper stock rotation and replenishment.
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18. Monitor shelf labels and Point of Sale signage for placement and accuracy.
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19. Perform spot checks to ensure timely removal of expired items.
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20. Create and/or build promotional displays.
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21. Secure and maintain accountability of all department merchandise, supplies, and equipment.
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22. Responds to customer issues and/or complaints both verbally and in writing.
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23. Inspect equipment to identify problems and/or safety issues.
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24. Implement required sanitation, including cyclic cleaning and sanitizing, personal hygiene, and temperature control.
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25. Inspect displays for cleanliness and neatness of product arrangement.
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