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Job Title: Clerical Assistant PP-SRS-GRD: S-0326-05
Location: RAF Lakenheath Vacancy Number RPA 150542

Open Date: 11 September 23 Close Date 18 September 23
Work Hour Per Week 37.5 Salary (Per Hour) £11.30 - £15.20 under 23 / £11.57 - £15.56 over 23

NOTE: Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement

Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Clerical Assistants at the 48 Defense Health Agency, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to use varied office software to produce a wide range of different formats of documents to provide varied clerical support.

You will prepare a wide variety of one-off and regular correspondence, reports, and documents. You will review and process incoming and outgoing correspondence, materials, publications, regulations, and directives. You will receive telephone calls and greet visitors. You will also set up, update, and maintain varied types of office records.

Knowledge and Experience Required
Applicants must demonstrate the following:

1. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.

2. Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports.

3. Knowledge of format, rules, procedures and operations applicable to clerical assignments to prepare/review routine correspondence/reports, screen telephone calls and visitors, maintain files/records, review and process mail, and perform clerical procedures to arrange a variety of material from different sources and other administrative work of organization.

4. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required.

5. Ability to locate, assemble, and compose information for routine reports, inquiries, and nontechnical correspondence.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy.

Other Important Information

• Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 6-month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, Annual Leave year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment
• Development opportunities available
• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
• Free access to on-site gym facilities

Who Can Apply

• Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign

Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.

• Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
• Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
• This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

How To Apply
Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/AFD-150724-024.pdf?ver=2016-04-28-085219410.

All applications must submit the following documents to be received prior to the closing date to be considered for the position.

Required Documents

• LNDH Application
• Curriculum Vitale and/or Resume

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer
There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £22,561.50-£30,342.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lakenheath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/09/2023
Reference ID: RPA 150542