Store Associate

Summary

Store Associates work either independently or as part of a team in any assigned retail area of a commissary store within the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) system, performing a variety of duties including handling, preparing, and stocking grocery and produce items, and checking‑out customer purchases.

This is an open‑continuous announcement with an established initial cut‑off date of 11/16/2025. Please see the “How You Will Be Evaluated” section for more information.

Open & Closing Dates: 10/17/2025 to 01/18/2026

Salary: $17.64 – $25.24 per hour (GS‑4)

Locations:
Bangor, ME;
Malmstrom AFB, MT;
Bremerton, WA

Position Type:
Permanent, Part‑time (hours may vary; irregular schedule, days, nights, weekends, and holidays)

Remote job:
No;
Telework eligible:
No

Travel Required:

No;
Relocation expenses reimbursed:
No

Appointment type:
Permanent

Supervisory status:
No

Security clearance:
Other;
Drug test:
No

Bargaining Unit Status:
Varies by location

The following is the announcement number: DECA--OC-DH.

• Assisting customers by answering questions such as item price or location, and handling bulky/heavy items.
• Operating an electronic checkout system to record unit price, total customer purchase, and make change.
• Performing a variety of duties in handling, preparing and maintaining stock levels of grocery and produce items.
• Reviewing stock levels and gathering inventory data in order to maintain the Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO) system.
• Preparing and maintaining a variety of documents to order commissary items, reconcile invoices and submit requisitions.
• Maintaining security, safety, and sanitation practices and procedures.

• Be a U.S. citizen or national. Applicants with a Permanent Resident Card are not eligible for employment in positions requiring U.S. citizenship. Proof of citizenship is required if selected.
• Meet minimum age requirement.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Appointment is subject to successful verification of identity and employment eligibility through E‑Verify.
• Appointment is subject to a favorable suitability or fitness outcome as determined by a completed background investigation. New federal employees will be fingerprinted.
• Be able to obtain and maintain clearance eligibility based on the appropriate background investigation.
• May be subject to a probationary/trial period.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Meet the physical requirements identified in the Qualifications section.

Experience
: 1 year of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills needed for this position.

Education
:
Two full years of education above high school. Transcripts are required if relying on education.

Combination of Experience and Education
:
Calculate the combination by dividing total months of experience by 12, adding the result to the percentage obtained by dividing semester hours by 30.

Physical Requirements
:
Stand, stoop, kneel, bend and climb for prolonged periods. Lift, push, pull, carry, and handle items weighing up to 40 pounds independently and occasionally over 40 pounds with assistance.

Complete the online application by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/16/2025 for the initial cut‑off and by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/18/2026 for final submission. All documents may take time to clear virus scan; plan accordingly.

• Upload a PDF resume not exceeding two pages; the resume must contain name, address, phone, email, job title, series and grade, employment dates, and a description of duties aligned with the position.
• Submit all required supporting documentation (SF‑50, transcripts, etc.) as indicated.
• Complete and submit the questionnaire located at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Questionnaire/.

After submission, monitor your USAJOBS account for application status updates and referral notifications.

DECA WEST Servicing Team

Phone: 614‑692‑7831

Fax: 215‑516‑6051

Email: DHRC-D.DECA.HR

Address:
Defense Commissary Agency West, 1300 E Avenue, Fort Lee, VA 23801‑1800, USA