Administrative Support Assistant

Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Lander, WY. We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities The position is responsible for public contact in providing clear and accurate information to the public orally, in person and on the phone, as well as in writing which may occur in letter or email formats. This position is responsible for accurate and consistent filing and research of records. These records may include department files, directives, financial information, written correspondence, etc. The position will be responsible for collections as related to receiving and preparing accurate receipts, records associated with any financial transactions, deposits, and tracking to adhere to Dept. of Treasury guidance and instruction. The position will be responsible for collections as related to receiving and preparing accurate receipts, records associated with any financial transactions, deposits, and tracking to adhere to Dept. of Treasury guidance and instruction. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To qualify for GS-05, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Familiar with collections as related to receiving and preparing accurate receipts, records associated with any financial transactions, deposits, and tracking to adhere to Dept. of Treasury guidance and instruction. Updating and revising databases or spreadsheets. Working in Microsoft Word, Excel, etc. Recognizing discrepancies and correcting or questioning originators in such matters as improper formatting and missing information. Providing customer service and/or serving as a receptionist -OR- Education: 4 years above high school. - OR- Combination of Education and Experience: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. For GS-5 level positions, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: The work is typically sedentary. Some work may require periods of walking, standing, bending, or driving a motor vehicle. The incumbent may frequently lift relatively light boxes, materials, and supplies and/or carry file folders, copied materials, books, and other similar materials. Work Environment: Work is typically located in an adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated office environment. The work environment may involve everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, mail distribution centers, meeting and training rooms, libraries, or motor vehicles. Education There is no education requirement for this series. Education may be used to qualify or in conjunction with expereince to qualify for this position. Additional Information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. The official worksite for the selectee is the duty station identified in this vacancy announcement. The selectee will typically report to this duty location on a regular and recurring weekly basis. The selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. If eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive or Student Loan Repayment.