About the opportunity
Store Support Assistant is located within a Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) commissary. This is a dual-purpose position performing administrative duties approximately 60% of the time and store associate duties approximately 40% of the time. The incumbent works independently or as part of a team and may be rotated throughout the store, performing duties in assigned departments as needed. Administrative support includes preparing correspondence, maintaining files, answering phones, and handling payroll and DTS tasks. Store operations include cashiering, stocking, merchandising, inventory control, and curbside pickup.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range of $41,811 to $54,355 per year (GS pay plan)
- Federal civilian benefits and comprehensive insurance programs
- Paid leave and holiday schedules in accordance with federal guidelines
Who can apply?
- Must meet OPM qualifications for series 1101 and additional requirements by the announcement closing date
- One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level involving retail procurement, distribution methods, food merchandising, and store management, OR four years of education above high school, OR a combination of experience and education
- Physical requirements include standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing for prolonged periods, and frequent lifting of products weighing up to 40 pounds without assistance
- Current federal civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since being selected for a non-temporary competitive appointment
Required documents
- Resume (must not exceed two pages, 0.5-inch margins, saved as a PDF)
- Online assessment questionnaire
- Transcripts (if qualifying using education)
- SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (for current or former federal civilian employees)
- DD-214 or other supporting documentation (if claiming veterans' preference)
- Self-Certification Checklist and other eligibility-specific documents if applying via ICTAP, PPP, or Military Spouse Preference
When to apply
- Applications open on August 25, 2026
- Application closing date and time: September 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
How to apply
- Log into your USAJOBS account or create a new account
- Click Apply to access the online application and assessment questionnaire
- Upload your resume (maximum 2 pages, PDF format) and all required supporting documents
- Complete the online questionnaire and review your complete application package
- Submit your application before the closing deadline and verify submission status through your USAJOBS account
Additional information
- The Defense Commissary Agency is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace prohibiting illegal drug use including marijuana regardless of state laws.
- Initial appointments to federal civilian positions are typically made at Step 1 of the grade.
- Relocation and permanent change of station (PCS) expenses are not authorized for this position.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Individuals with a GS-4 equivalent experience in retail procurement, food merchandising, or store management.
- Those with a four-year degree as an alternative to specialized retail experience.
- Applicants who are comfortable working in a fast-paced, on-site retail environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role involves significant physical labor, including lifting up to 40 pounds and prolonged standing/bending.
- Relocation and PCS expenses are not authorized, making this most suitable for those already in the Fort Carson area.
- The position is a hybrid of administrative work (60%) and store associate tasks (40%).
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a stable federal entry-point for someone with a retail management or procurement background who enjoys a mix of office work and hands-on store operations.
Our take
A versatile role for those with retail and administrative experience who are comfortable with the physical demands of a commissary environment.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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