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HR Assistant (Office Automation)

U.S. Coast Guard

Washington, DC · Entry

$42,870 – $69,035

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal HR role involves managing personnel actions, position classification, and administrative support for U.S. Coast Guard civilian employees, processing staffing decisions and relocation orders while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. It suits candidates with experience in federal HR operations or related administrative work who are comfortable with both regulatory compliance and office automation systems.

Our summary, not U.S. Coast Guard’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • At least one year of specialized experience in federal HR or administrative support (at GS-04 level or higher, depending on grade)
  • Knowledge of OPM laws, rules, and federal regulations
  • Ability to process personnel actions, PCS orders, and position classification work
  • Proficiency with word processing software and office automation tools
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in business, secretarial, or technical field (acceptable substitute for GS-05 experience)
  • Graduate-level education in a related field (acceptable for GS-07 qualification)

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