About this role
Job SummaryAs a Document Imaging Technician at the GS-0303-5, you will be part of Retirement Services, Office of Personnel Management. The incumbent serves as a Document Imaging Technician responsible for performing the full range of records retrieval, document preparation, and document imaging operations required to convert paper retirement case files and supporting records into high-quality digital images for storage in the agency's electronic filing system/repository.
QualificationsFor the GS 5: You must have at least One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level in the Federal service. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate all of the following: Locating and retrieving physical records, files, or documents from a filing system using numeric identifiers, case numbers, or classification schemes; AND Preparing paper documents for processing or digitization; checking documents for legibility and completeness; AND Reviewing scanned images or document copies against quality standards; AND Entering data into an electronic filing system or database. OR Education Four (4) years of successfully completed education above high school in an accredited institution. Combination of Education and Experience A combination of qualifying post-high-school education and specialized experience may be used to meet the total qualification requirement. The combined education and experience must equal at least 100 percent of the requirement, with the experience being directly related to the duties described under A. Specialized Experience. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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.
Major DutiesRetrieves retirement case records and individual documents from physical filing systems, including multi-tiered shelving units that require the use of ladders.Prepares retirement case documents and supporting materials for scanning and electronic storageOrganizes prepared document batches into a sequenced scanning queue for processing.Reviews completed scanned images to verify that digital files meet agency quality standards.Returns processed files to their designated storage locations and updates tracking logs accordingly.RequirementsMust be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required. You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office. This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 2450.