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How much does a in the federal government get paid? $40,885.30* *Based on the 2017 average.was the 145th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2017, with 1,293 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2017, the Veterans Health Administration hired the most employees titled Office Automation Clerical And Assistance, with an average salary of $41,190.
Government Office Automation Clerical And Assistance jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Office Automation Clerical And Assistance job is GS-1, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-9. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes all positions the primary duties of which are to perform office automation work, which includes word processing, either solely or in combination with clerical work, when such work is performed in the context of general office clerical support. Also included are positions that supervise work characteristic of this occupation when the knowledge, skills, and abilities for general office automation support work are essential requirements of the supervisory position. Positions in this occupation require: (1) knowledge of general office automation software, practices, and procedures; (2) competitive level proficiency in typing; and (3) ability to apply these knowledges and skills in the performance of general office support work.
Clerical, secretary, and administrative positions fall under this category. No specialized technical background is needed for positions in this category except for stenographers which require a proficiency exam before being hired. Strong organizational and communication skills are the primary requirements for this job category. Military experience can often be applied as relevant experience when calculating starting grade. Employees in the job category receive promotions of 1 grade increase at a time.
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Pay Distribution
The average pay for a is $40,885.30. The highest paid made $80,485 in 2017.
Common Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Office Automation Clerical And Assistance Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 1,228 |
| ZS - Administrative Support | 29 |
| GG - Grades Similar To General Schedule | 19 |
| NB - Ofc Of Comptroller Of The Currency Only | 8 |
| PG - Printing Office Grades | 5 |
| AD - Administratively Determined Rates, Not E | 4 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $18,785.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-1, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $57,015.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-9, Step 10 |
| Category: | Clerical and Administrative Support |
| Occupation Family: | 0300 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE, CLERICAL, AND OFFICE SERVICES GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-1 Paygrade
GS-1 is the starting paygrade for Office Automation Clerical and Assistance jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-1 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statistical Assistant | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Supply Clerical and Technician | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Physical Science Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Mail and File | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Medical Supply Aide and Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Office Automation Clerical And Assistance Pay Trend from 2004 to 2017
In 2004, the average pay for a was $28,247. Since then, the average pay has increased to $40,885 in 2017.
Data Sources
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Enterprise Human Resources Integration (EHRI) dataset. Postal Service data is managed exclusively by the USPS . All information is displayed unmodified and as provided by the source agency.
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The series code of this occupation is 0326.