Time And Leave Clerk (OA) Part Time
SummaryAs a Time and Leave Clerk (Office Automation), you will serve as a timekeeper for Nursing Service and is responsible for the timely completion and submission of approximately 250 time and leave records.ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but are not limited to: Enter schedules, daily time posting, entering overtime, compensatory time requests, and associated leave Reviews certified time sheets and all other related documents as required in an accurate, complete and timely manner Maintains time and attendance records and control Manages time and workload in an organized and efficient manner to meet specific deadlines and changing priorities Assists in the acquisition, development, and/or scheduling of program resource materials and personnel, such as hard copy and computer-based brochures and telephones, computers, and printers, fax machines, etc Researches various publications and/or databases to extract, summarize, and compile information required for the activities of the service Prepares, executes, and/or tracks program specific information, such as attendance and leave records, workman’s compensation documents, military orders, authorized absence requests, FMLA documents, and other resource utilization documents Compiles information and reports in written format and graphically used varied programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Work Schedule: 7:30am – 4:00pm and 7:00am- 3:30pmTelework: AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Position Description/PD: Time And Leave Clerk (OA)/PD12235ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedRequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/11/2021. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-04) in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Enter schedules, daily time posting, entering overtime, compensatory time requests, and associated leave; Reviews certified time sheets and all other related documents as required in an accurate, complete and timely manner; Maintains time and attendance records and control; Manages time and workload in an organized and efficient manner to meet specific deadlines and changing priorities; Assists in the acquisition, development,a nd/or scheduling of program resource materials and personnel, such as hard copy and computer-based brochures and telephones, computers, and printers, fax machines, etc; Researches various publications and/or databases to extract, summarize, and compile information required for the activities of the service; Prepares, executes, and/or tracks program specific information, such as attendance and leave records, workman’s compensation documents, military orders, authorized absence requests, FMLA documents, and other resource utilization documents; Compiles information and reports in written format and graphically used varied programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have four years above high school. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. One full academic year of study (30 semester hours) beyond the second year is equivalent to 6 months of specialized experience. PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS: In addition to meeting the experience or education requirements, for all positions titled as Office Automation or any clerical positions which has parenthetical title of Office Automation (OA), applicants must have typing proficiency of 40 words per minute (wpm). Failure to provide OA proficiency will result in loss of consideration. Applicants may meet the office automation requirement by passing the appropriate test, presenting a certificate of proficiency from a school or other organization authorized to issue such certificates by the Office of Personnel Management local office or by self-certifying their proficiency. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Administration and ManagementOrganizational AwarenessCritical ThinkingDatabase AdministrationCustomer Service 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is mainly sedentary but on occasion requires standing, bending, and walking. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management’s website at transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: InformationVA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee’s credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM’s Career Transition Resources website at Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members. For more information on the “Who may apply” eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document. If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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