Administrative Assistant Job in Bahrain

Vacancy No. EUR25-102 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $19.50 to $20.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/26/2025 Close Date 3/11/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Bahrain


Summary

This position is located in the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Administrative Office on Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain. The incumbent serves as administrative assistant providing management and other staff with objective based information for making decisions on the administrative and business office procedures by accomplishing a wide variety of administrative assignments.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Local U.S. Citizens that are: 1) Current permanent NAF/APF employees; or 2) Spouses of active duty military members; or 3) Family members of active duty military member; or 4) Family members of DoD civilians.

Duties

Provides support to supervisors and other staff in day to day operations affecting FFR procedures.

Performs duties on an ad hoc basis where needed, accomplishing a wide variety of assignments and analytical duties.-

Answers phone calls, greets visitors and directs visitors to the appropriate department/director.

Reviews daily incoming/outgoing correspondence.

Prepares correspondence, reports. and other materials ensuring compliance with policies and instructions.

Maintains personnel and volunteer distribution lists.

Counsels personnel on administrative matters and administers proper guidance

Establishes and maintains a filing system consisting of reports, letters. notices. regulations, manuals, directives, records, etc.

Prepare (format) directives such as instructions, notices, publications, manuals, etc.

Periodically screen and/or purge files for obsolete or irrelevant materials in accordance with applicable instructions.

Receives, delegates, reviews, and submits taskers assigned by region to FFR departments- Assists in performing research and preparation of correspondence. reports and others materials that may contain confidential and sensitive matters.

Establish an office calendar for tracking and scheduling meetings, phone conferences. projects and other important dates.

Maintains FFR and MWR Directors- calendars a as well as the Multi-Purpose Room, Conference Room, and FFR event calendars.

Responsible for monitoring, enforcing, and reporting breaches of Personal Identifying Information for the entire FFR department.

Monitors and orders various office supplies and equipment assuring purchases are made through appropriate sources and channels.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Copy of U.S. Government no-fee passport showing picture, passport number and expiration date.
  • Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.

Qualifications

At least one year of specialized experience with knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully accomplish the duties of an Administrative Office servicing multiple departments.

Specialized experience may include but not limited to planning, managing daily administrative functions, analyzing information on a variety of programs, budgeting, preparing reports and providing assistance to office staff.

Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Must have knowledge and use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Incumbent must possess tact, sound judgment, initiative and the ability to work with various personnel within the NSA Bahrain

Must demonstrate effective oral and written skills.

Ability to interpret instructions. directives. and correspondence and apply them to specific situations.

High level of communication skills and ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of senior officials.

Education

Proof of education MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration. If degree is not conferred, you MUST provide a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent with your college transcripts.

When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.

Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualificationsand http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Additional information

Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.

The Department of the Navy (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 MWR_Recruitment@fe.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

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, predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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, predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.

Required Documents

  • Resume with complete work history including job title, start and end dates, and highlighted qualifications relevant to the vacancy announcement.
  • Proof of Education (such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, transcripts/copy of degree(s)/certification(s))
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Family Member Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders at the time of application.
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15,VA disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If you are a current or former federal employee, please submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
  • Copy of No Fee Passport
  • Copy of Sponsor's Orders
NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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 7/8/2023 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/12001577).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=ApplicantTo 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/statusDON 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.

Agency contact information

CNRE NAF HRO
Address
NSA Bahrain
PSC 851 Box 10
FPO, AE 09834-2800
US

Next steps

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