Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Information about Salt Lake City and the surrounding area can be found here. We expect to fill two vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. Responsibilities These positions serve as Administrative Support Assistants in the Public Room within the Utah BLM State Office, Division of Support Services. Disseminates information to the public on the BLM’s multiple resource management programs and services. Creates, copies, edits, stores, retrieves, and prints various standardized documents and mailing lists. Sells documents, maps, books, records, firewood, Christmas tree-cutting permits, Golden Age Passports, Recreation Permits, Forest passes, and other similar permits and materials. Applies clerical and administrative skills and knowledge of the functions of the office to support the work of the Division or Branch. Utilizes spreadsheet and database software to create reports and databases and operates word-processing software applications to type letters, memorandums, reports, and correspondence. Utilizes automated equipment (hardware/software) for word processing, file management, creating/compiling special reports, electronic mail, and other applications necessary for supporting and managing office operations. Performs general office clerical work as assigned, such as mail collection and distribution, answering phones, and routing calls. Processes daily incoming and outgoing mail, including material transmitted electronically. Assist in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the facility. Performs routine/simple inspections, tests, and/or preventative maintenance on office equipment, security systems, etc. Assist in scheduling motor vehicles and monitor the overall status of the fleet, including vehicle repairs, inspections, and maintenance as needed. Ensures appropriate records are maintained, and monthly reporting requirements are met. Assist property management officials and/or property specialists in ensuring the accuracy of ownership and custody of all personal property. Schedules and completes fingerprint appointments for new hires and updates to credentials for current employees. 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 at the GS-05 level you must meet the following: Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 level equivalent in difficulty and complexity to perform the duties of an Administrative Support Assistant. Qualifying specialized experience includes: maintaining office files and records; receiving and referring telephone callers and visitors to the appropriate staff members; and using a computer to perform administrative duties such as typing, scanning documents, and data entry. OR Education: To qualify based on education you must have four (4) years (120 semester hours) of education above high school, leading to a bachelor's degree in any field of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: You may meet qualifications requirement for this position with an equivalent combination of specialized experience and appropriate undergraduate education. Graduate level education must demonstrate the difficulty and complexity to do the work of this position. To qualify at the GS-06 level you must meet the following: Specialized Experience: Applicants must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 level equivalent in difficulty and complexity to perform the duties of an Administrative Support Assistant. Qualifying specialized experience includes: utilizing computer software programs to create, retrieve, update, manipulate and store electronic data; providing administrative, technical, and/or general office support duties to an organization/office; screening phone calls and visitors; maintaining office records and files; and reviewing correspondence for proper grammar, spelling, and syntax. Please note there are no educational substitutions at this grade level. 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 If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information. 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. This position is not eligible for Telework. 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. Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here.