Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify at CL-25, step 1, applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have one year of specialized experience. To qualify at CL-25, step 2 - 25, applicant must have at least two years of specialized experience. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience.
Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, practices, and principles of procurement administration and/or financial administration and/or accounting; and involved the routine use of automated financial and accounting systems or other computer-based systems and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, or databases. Evidence of specialized experience must be supported by detailed documentation of duties performed in positions held. Please provide such documentation on your AO78 application form in the work experience section, under description of work.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to candidates with:
- Federal contracting or purchasing experience, preferably with the Judiciary; and/or
- Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Candidates must also demonstrate:
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Skill in using Windows-based personal computers and standard software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, internet searches, etc.;
- Familiarity with standard office equipment such as scanners and copy machines;
- Proficiency in typing and data entry skills, as well as extensive knowledge of proper grammar usage and the ability to edit efficiently;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality;
- Ability to work as part of a team;
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work assignments and meet deadlines; and
- A professional demeanor and appearance appropriate for a law or professional office environment.