- Position Title
- ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASSISTANT
- Agency
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R1-24-12290156-SC-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, February 1, 2024 to Friday, February 16, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
5.
Are you a U.S. citizen or national?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
GS-5 Minimum Qualifications
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
To qualify at the GS-5 level, you must possess one of the following:
GS-6 Minimum Qualifications
2.
To qualify at the GS-6 level, you must posses the following experience:
Knowledge of fund accounting, methods, procedures and techniques used in maintaining, balancing, and reconciling multiple natural resource accounts with extensive sub-activity accounts, including an understanding of interrelationships between appropriations and subsidiary accounts in order to analyze and determine need for adjustment to balance accounts.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Review a variety of budget and financial data reports and compare them to office records to ensure, appropriate cost structure, availability of funds, or the status of sub-activities.
4.
Use accounting methods and procedures to maintain, balance, and reconcile multiple accounts, adjust discrepancies, verify accuracy of data, and prepare reports.
5.
Create monthly financial reports to reflect current status of funds authorized, obligated, expended and balance remaining.
6.
Track expenditures and obligations, allocate and monitor status of funds, and report on status monthly, or as requested.
Knowledge of personnel (i.e., human resources) support functions to provide information, fill out and assist employees with forms, process payroll records, initiate personnel actions, and enter information into an automated system.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Organize and coordinate work on payroll/time and attendance/leave and human resources activities where numerous tasks are involved.
8.
Provide general guidance and assistance to other staff in personnel matters such as health benefits, retirement information, and training programs.
9.
Track information regarding employee promotions, position descriptions, training, or awards.
Skill in recognizing critical trends in fund expenditures and in analyzing program accounting data in order to identify in assisting in the preparation of budget data and reports.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Purchase office supplies and services in accordance with established policies using proper
procurement methods in order to ensure adequate inventory levels.
procurement methods in order to ensure adequate inventory levels.
11.
Reconcile monthly purchase statements by maintaining accurate records, approvals, and paperwork.
12.
Track procurement requests and ensure goods and services are received.
Knowledge and understanding of organizational procurement, property management, and contracting regulations, policies, and procedures.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Interpret and apply federal procurement regulations and small purchase guidelines.
14.
Prepare reports associated with property, training, vehicle use, equipment, safety, travel, etc.
15.
Assist with tracking and verifying financial obligations, invoices, purchases, and vouchers.
Knowledge of personal computers, peripherals, operation systems and local area networks sufficient to resolve a wide range of equipment and operating problems, manipulate data, process reports, document changes, and describe problems to vendors or to Information Technology Specialists. Understanding of relevant systems to provide users with support and training.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Use a variety of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or databases to provide administrative support.
17.
Troubleshoot the operation of basic office computer equipment (fax machine, copy machine, printers etc.), and/or coordinate with appropriate IT or repair personnel to ensure timely repair.
18.
Organize and safeguard office's sensitive property and Information Technology (IT) Equipment.
Certification Statement
19.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.