CIVILIAN PAY CLERK

Apply online through 10/30/2026 at https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/889253200 This is NOT a remote work opportunity. Position is located: Indianapolis, IN Cleveland, OH Duties - Duties described below reflect the full performance level GS-06. Duties assigned to an entry grade of GS-04 and GS-05 will be developmental in nature. - Processes a variety of actions that establish, adjust, and close civilian payroll accounts of serviced Federal Government employees that involve a variety of pay plans and employment situations. - Researches employee leave/pay issues based on inquiries that include special pay requests, validating and requesting changes to service computation dates, advising supervisors on overtime requests, and resolving issues regarding debt letters. - Manually processes Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) rejects that occur when data does not flow from one system to another. - Determines eligibility for pay and benefits based on appointment type and pay plan, tour of duty, and location of employment. - Performs clerical and technical work resulting in the bi-weekly or monthly determinations of pay for civilian employees. Requirements Conditions of employment - Must be a U.S Citizen - Background or Security Investigation - Position Sensitivity and Security Levels may vary and is dependent upon position being filled - see the Additional Information field below for more details. - Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959) - Suitable for Federal employment - Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification - This announcement will be used to fill current and future vacancies. - Onboarding is dependent upon favorable security/suitability determination and availability of work . In some instances, individuals may not be employed for six months or more from the time they are approved by security. - Positions are located in Indianapolis, IN or Cleveland, Ohio. Please note, this position is NOT eligible for remote telework. - Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need. - A one year probationary or trial period may be required. Qualifications This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Shortage Category and/or Critical Hiring of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.. One year of generalized experience and/or specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. GS-04: One year of generalized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-03) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Generalized experience is defined as: Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Experience includes general office support, cash transactions, inventory tracking, or any employment that required the routine use of computers or automated systems to input and retrieve information. GS-05: Specialized experience is defined as: Performing clerical or administrative duties that support the processing of bus ness transactions using standardized procedures. GS-06: Specialized experience is defined as: Performing financial duties that support the processing of financial transactions to include reviewing documents for accuracy or inputting financial information into an automated system or correcting invalid/incorrect transactions. Volunteer Experience: 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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Education GS-04: Substitution of Education for Experience: Two years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the general experience required. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. GS-05 Substitution of Education for Experience: Four years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the specialized experience required. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. GS-06: Substitution of Education for Experience: Six months of graduate education may be substituted to meet the specialized experience required when it is directly related to the work of the position being filled. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html). Additional information All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance. Moving expenses will not be paid. Veteran's Preference: Veteran's preference does not apply under this Direct Hire Authority (DHA). This position is being filled under theDirect Hire Authority for Shortage Category and/or Critical Hiring of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selec