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U.S. Coast Guard Clerk in New London, Connecticut
Summary You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated. Responsibilities Performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions in support of the activity to which assigned. Receives and reviews incoming documents for completeness. Set up and maintain office files. Responds to customers' inquiries and complaints providing information and assistance concerning office function, establish procedures, etc. Accomplishes special projects for office personnel. Receives, opens, date stamps, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and parcels. Prepares recurring and special reports as requested. Provides support to other administrative staff. May perform a variety of complex word processing. Performs related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION: Selected will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes. Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute. Federal Background Check is Mandatory. Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. One year of administrative clerical experience, which involves the use of computers and other office equipment. Ability to carry and lift packages and sacks, trays, and tubs of mail up to 40 pounds for short distances as well as from the floor to the table. Heavier items are moved with carts, weight handling equipment or assistance from other workers. Preferred (in addition to the minimum): Associate's degree. Previous Mail room experience. Education Please read the "Qualifications" section. Additional Information USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere: Paid Annual and Sick Leave Holiday Pay Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible/Dependent Spending Account Pension Plan 401k Savings Plan Life Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Tuition Assistance Paid Parental Leave *Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.