Office Automation Assistant

July 5, 2024

US Visiting Forces Local National Direct Hire

Lakenheath

FULL TIME & OTHER

Job Tit: Office Automation Assistant
PP-SRS-GRD: S-0326-05
Location: RAF Lakenheath
Vacancy Number:489757
Open Date: 03 September 2024
Close Date: 10 September 2024
Work Hour Per Week: 37.5 hours
Salary (Per Hour): £12.68-£17.06
NOTE: Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement
The starting salary is £24,726.00 per annum
Main Purpose
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Office Automation Assistants at 48th Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom.
The primary purpose of this position is to use multiple office automation software with varied functions to produce a range of documents to provide miscellaneous clerical support. The programs will include, but is not limited to, the Government Purchase Card (GPC) program. The successful applicant will be confident in using a variety of functions of multiple office automation software to produce a wide range of documents and formats. They will prepare a wide variety of recurring and nonrecurring correspondence, reports, as well as other documents, and establish updates and maintain office records of various types. In addition, they will receive telephone calls and greets visitors.
For specific qualification requirements for the position, you can visit:
Office Automation Clerical and Assistance Series 0326 (opm.gov)
If you’re looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom -- this job is for you; apply today!
Knowledge and Experience Required - Applicants must demonstrate the following:
· Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.
· Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports.
· Knowledge of format, rules, procedures, and operations applicable to clerical assignments to prepare/review routine correspondence/reports, screen telephone calls and visitors, maintain files/records, review, and process mail, and perform clerical procedures to arrange a variety of material from different sources and other administrative work of organization.
· Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required.
· Ability to locate, assemble, and compose information for routine reports, inquiries, and nontechnical correspondence.
· Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy.
Other Significant Facts Pertaining to this position:
· May be required to occasionally travel away from the assigned base for training or other temporary duty.
· May be required to operate a motor vehicle to attend meetings in different locations. A valid Category B driving license is desirable.
· Overtime and/or emergency overtime may be required but cannot be guaranteed and should not be expected.
· Position may be coded as mission essential.
Other Important Information
· Hours of work: 0730-1600. Monday to Friday. Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.
· Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
· Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
· May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
· May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
· Position may be coded as mission essential.
· A 6-month probationary period will be required.
· Overtime may be required.
· May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.
Benefits
· 25 days annual leave plus UK Bank holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
· Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy.
· Pension Scheme
· Life Assurance Scheme
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· Free on-site parking
· Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment.
· Development opportunities available
· Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
· Free access to on-site gym facilities
Who Can Apply
· Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
· Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
· Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
· This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.
How To Apply
Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website;
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/Pages/Response Page.aspx?id=jb Exg4ct70ij X6y IGOv5t JFWr-1TEKJFm98g YVwg SO1UOTNIUk5BWVJURl RHUFRJWUk3Nk1TVFM3Ty4u
All applications must submit the following documents via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil prior to the closing date of the advertisement to be considered for the position.
Required Documents
· LNDH Application
· Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume (A CV/Resume is encouraged. Decision to include a resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
· Transcripts
· Certifications
· Letters of Recommendation
· Right to Work Documentation
Equal Opportunity Employer
There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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