This position is located within the Naval Station Great Lakes, Business Office, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The purpose of this position is to provide a variety of functions within Business Office in support of the assigned site.
This position is located within the Naval Station Great Lakes, Business Office, Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department. The purpose of this position is to provide a variety of functions within Business Office in support of the assigned site.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
This position may be assigned all or some of the following duties:
Financial/Procurement Support
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.
A qualified candidate must possess:
FACTOR 1. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Must have a minimum 2-year's documented experience in administrative functions, to include excellent typing skills, ability to use a personal computer with specific ability with word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software-Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint strongly preferred. Must possess a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation. Must be familiar with pertinent accounting procedures, billing processes, purchasing and requisitioning procedures. Must be familiar with document filing and retrieval systems, and have the ability to accurately maintain filing systems. Must possess written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to complete finished reports and/or presentations with a minimum of corrections.
FACTOR 2. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Reports to the MWR Business Office Manager who provides general guidance and instruction. Employee executes continuing duties and responsibilities according to established office policies, procedures and guidelines, and is expected to be a self-starter and work with little supervision. Work is reviewed in terms of overall accuracy, efficiency, effectiveness and conformance with the established policies. Supervisor provides assignments, schedule, initial guidance and advice, evaluates performance, approves/disapproves leave and initiates disciplinary action.
FACTOR 3. GUIDELINES
Guidelines include DOD, and DON manuals, directives, regional instructions, regulations, laws and policy decisions and local SOP's. Any application requiring more than a minor deviation from policy, or reflecting a situation not covered by policy, is referred to the supervisor for resolution.
FACTOR 4. COMPLEXITY
Tasks are generally repetitive and recurring in nature. Guidelines are specific and clear and supervisor is available for guidance. Minor decision-making may be required at times.
FACTOR 5. SCOPE AND EFFECT
Attention to administrative details and provision of superior customer service directly reflects on the pride and professionalism of the MWR Department. The incumbent's work is necessary for the smooth operation of information within the department, and contributes to the overall efficiency of the activity. Work contributes to the financial goals of the organization and the conduct of its business. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a professional demeanor and appearance, and to ensure documents are delivered to the appropriate personnel and time sensitive/confidential material is handled with appropriate care.
FACTOR 6. PERSONAL CONTACTS/PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Personal contacts are with active-duty military members, authorized DOD civilian personnel, activity managers and staff members, bank personnel, and commercial suppliers and delivery personnel. Contacts are for the purpose of educating, instructing, problem resolution and answering questions relating to cash receipts and deposits and to obtain information for use in a variety of internal reporting requirements.
FACTOR 7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Half of the time in this position is sedentary and requires long periods of sitting when verifying cash and preparing bank deposits. Half of the duties involve some prolonged driving and climbing of stairs. The incumbent must have the ability to walk, stand, bend, push, pull and lift office supplies and bags of coins weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. Work is performed in an office setting with normal risks and discomforts associated within an office environment as well as in transit between buildings in all weather conditions. The work area is well lighted, heated and properly ventilated.
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive:
Vendors
What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access? If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following:
How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license? To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/05/2026 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12857116
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status
DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
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