Mail Clerk/ Assistant with Security Clearance

Summary You will serve as a Mail Clerk/Assistant in the Mail Facility of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF. Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 02/26/2025 to 03/03/2025 * Salary $46,148 - $66,872 per year GS-05: $46,148- $59,986 GS-06: $51,442-$66,872 * Pay scale & grade GS 5 - 6 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Patuxent River, MD * Remote job No * Telework eligible No * Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 6 * Job family (Series) * 0305 Mail And File * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Secret * Drug test No * Financial disclosure No * Bargaining unit status Yes * Announcement number DE-12700049-25-CAF * Control number 832288400 Help This job is open to * The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency U.S. Citizens Help Duties * You will determine the correct segment to which mail is addressed and distribute into principal classifications. * You will certify and operate electronic /automated high volume mail processing equipment, electronic postage metering systems and other postal and mail center equipment. * You will ensure all incoming and outgoing mail is in adherence with all USPS, DON/DON, regulations policies, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Postal Affairs. * You will examine all mail material for evidence of tampering, damage, compliance with packaging and labeling requirements. * You will properly store mail items in vehicles and ensure vehicles are protected at all times and unattended vehicles are secured and locked. * You will receive, sort, collect, meter postage, process, deliver, and direct the distribution of incoming and outgoing U.S. Mail. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be determined suitable for federal employment. * Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov * Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. * You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. * You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. * You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. * You must be able to obtain and maintain a government vehicle operator permit. * This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. * You "may" be coded as "key" and as such may be required to be removed from your military recall status. A signed statement of understanding is required. * You may be required to lift and carry weights up to 70 lbs. * You will be required to wear safety shoes. Qualifications GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing a full range of mail and filing procedures including receiving, sorting, delivering, and directing the distributing of incoming and outgoing mail. Examples of specialized experience may include the following: 1) Operating electronic/automated high volume mail processing equipment, electronic postage metering systems, electronic decision-making scales and other postal and mail center equipment. 2) Examining all mail material for evidence of tampering, damage, and compliance with packing and labeling requirements 3) Determining the correct organizational segment to which mail is addressed and distributing into principal classifications by identification mail code numbers, zip codes, locations, or similar routing instruction. 4) Operating vehicles, to collect, pick-up, deliver and dispatch mail. GS-05: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying the basic knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform basic mail and file processing and control procedures. Examples of specialized experience may include the following: 1) Processing and handling mail by applying general policies and regulations; 2) Delivering correspondence and mail; 3) Processing mail by operating automated machinery; and 4) Maintaining records and files Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: GS-05: Successful completion of four years above high school. A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information. There is no substitution of education at the GS-06 level. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. At the GS-05 this position is tilted Mail Clerck. At the GS-06 this position is titled Mail Assistant. May be required to wear special clothing. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. Read more * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: * Customer Service
* Flexibility
* Integrity/Honesty
* Interpersonal Skills
* Reading Comprehension
* Self-Management
* Teamwork You will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Additional points are not added for veterans' preference; however, preference is still applied. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualif