About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Auto Hobby Shop located in Goose Creek, SC at the Naval Weapons Station.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Auto Hobby Shop located in Goose Creek, SC at the Naval Weapons Station.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
Advises customers and explains the maintenance their vehicle may require, gives price estimates and schedules work for mechanics. Receives and routes incoming calls and provides information to the public. Represents program to patrons, providing information about programs, events, services, prices, and policies. Assists and serves customers with information about the activity, selection and purchase of merchandise, and submits all customer requested special parts orders.
Performs cashier duties by selling over-the-counter variety of automotive parts and related items and/or merchandise. Operates points of sale system to accept sales and charges related to shop fees. Completes related cash control forms at end of each shift. Prepares and submits related daily financial reports and makes nightly deposits. Provides general office support functions to include preparing general correspondence. Contacts local vendor representative to obtain information (price quotes, estimates, clarifications on specifications) on items to be purchased.
Assists with conducting periodic inventories. Makes supply and automotive parts purchases. Perform facility clean up duties. Issue customer checkout items and receives returned items and check for damage(s). Performs duties as shop timekeeper ensuring all time is entered into SETS to support payroll function. Maintains Purchase Card records, including daily reconciliations and monthly reports. May operate GOV and customer POVs.
Performs other duties as assigned. Position is a position of trust.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12955397
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/27/2026
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
A thorough knowledge of automotive maintenance and repair work is necessary. Must have experience in clerical, office, cash handling or retail sales store work of any kind which demonstrates the ability to perform satisfactorily at the grade level of the position. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of proper cash handling procedures, experience in receipt, disbursement, examination and deposit of cash items; the ability to resolve common arithmetic problems used when receiving payment from customers, and the ability to operate or learn to operate a cash register. Knowledge of basic mathematics. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP); incumbent is subject to random testing for drugs.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position DOES NOT allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
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.
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The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/27/2026 to receive consideration.
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