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Civilian Pay Clerk

Defense Finance And Accounting Service

Job Location:

Indianapolis, IN - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 36748 - 36748

Posted: 6 October 2026 (22 days ago)

Application Deadline: 25 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the DoD in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient exceptional quality pay and financial information.

Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.

Duties

Duties described below reflect the full performance level GS-06. Duties assigned to an entry grade of GS-04 and GS-05 will be developmental in nature.
Processes a variety of actions that establish adjust and close civilian payroll accounts of serviced Federal Government employees that involve a variety of pay plans and employment situations.
Researches employee leave/pay issues based on inquiries that include special pay requests validating and requesting changes to service computation dates advising supervisors on overtime requests and resolving issues regarding debt letters.
Manually processes Defense Civilian Payroll System (DCPS) rejects that occur when data does not flow from one system to another.
Determines eligibility for pay and benefits based on appointment type and pay plan tour of duty and location of employment.
Performs clerical and technical work resulting in the bi-weekly or monthly determinations of pay for civilian employees.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

***This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections below for instructions.***
Suitable for Federal Employment
Registered for Selective Service (males born after)
This national security position which may require access to classified information requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
Must be a U.S Citizen.
New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit .
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 1 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment.
This announcement will be used to fill current and anticipated future vacancies.
Onboarding is dependent upon favorable security/suitability determination and availability of work and some cases individuals may not be employed for six months or more from the time they are approved by security.

Qualifications

GS-04: One year of generalized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-03) within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.

General Experience is defined as: Progressively responsible clerical office or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.

GS-05: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-04) within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.

GS-05 Specialized Experience is defined as: Performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures that may include reviewing financial/accounting systems information/documents for accuracy/completeness inputting financial/accounting information into automated systems or correcting invalid financial/accounting transactions.

GS-06: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-05) within the federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is required.

GS-06 Specialized experience is defined as: processing a variety of non-routine payroll actions such as establishing adjusting and closing payroll accounts; and preparing and balancing a variety of payroll reports.

Volunteer Experience: 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) is qualifying. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience is generally not applicable above GS-05 but may be considered if it is directly related to the position being filled. You MUST submit transcripts at the time you apply.

GS-04: Two (2) years of education above high school may be substituted to meet the general experience requirement.

GS-05: Four (4) years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the specialized experience required. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ( Six months of graduate education may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement when it is directly related to the position being filled.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be used to substitute for the specialized experience requirement.

Official Transcripts: If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications (i.e. you would not qualify without the education obtained) you MUST submit transcripts with your application.

- Official transcripts are not required at the time of application outside of what is outlined above; however official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment.
- An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying or prior to appointment as outlined above.
- Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence including transcripts to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.

For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment please visit the U.S. Department of Education

Additional information

Moving expenses will notbe paid.
This position is notcovered by a bargaining unit.
This position is non exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25 Volume 300
Males born aftermust be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see ).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee and attain a rating of at least 80 you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 () for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act exceptions and DFAS contact information.
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 1 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If selected you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position.
All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply online you may contact for assistance.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level.

PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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