Job Summary

This position is located in the Optical Lab at the Indianapolis VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN. The primary purpose of this position is to provide support and perform work encompassing the management of stock and inventory for the Optical Lab and the shipping of finished products.

Job Description

EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled; OR EDUCATION: At least two (2) years of education above the high school level from an accredited institution; OR COMBINATION: An equivalent combination of general experience and post-high school education from an accredited institution as described above to meet the total qualification requirements for this position. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Adaptability Customer Service (Clerical/Technical) Flexibility Technical Competence IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. 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. 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; religious; 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. Physical Requirements: Work is normally accomplished in a factory setting and is almost entirely performed while standing. The incumbent will be called upon to assist in the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies primarily consisting of lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee might be required to endure periods of heat, humidity, etc., as some warehouse areas are not air-conditioned. 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/.