Qualifications

Minimum Requirement: The following are minimum requirements for appointment as a Program Assistant (OA) in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), which all applicants must meet. Specialized Experience (GS-07): You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (i.e., GS-06). Qualifying examples of specialized experience would typically include but are not limited to: using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, and other computer programs for data tracking, communication, and coordination of office; preparing various administrative document such as records, work orders, reports, meeting minutes, agendas, SOPs; tracking incoming documents and service-wide requests and assisting with prioritized responses and required information; reviewing documents, reports, and/or applications and assuring data entry is complete and accurate; and responding to questions regarding program policies and procedures, program compliance, and other administrative requirements. (CLEAR DETAILS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must show complete information for each job entry, such as beginning and ending dates of employment, duties performed, and/or total hours worked per week.) AND TYPING PROFICIENCY: This position requires the skills of a qualified typist. In addition to meeting the experience and/or education requirements, you must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. 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.