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Procurement Officer I

Nottoway, VA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

... Procurement & Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), and ... Leabhart Phone: (804) 313-1694 Email: loreley.a.leabhart2.nfg@army.mil In support of the ...

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How much do army surplus jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for army surplus in the United States is $55,889.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $75,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary responsibilities of an army surplus store associate?

As an Army Surplus Store Associate, your daily duties typically involve assisting customers in finding military surplus items, operating the cash register, restocking shelves, and maintaining overall store organization. You may also be responsible for receiving shipments, pricing new inventory, and answering questions about the features or history of certain products. Collaboration with your team is essential to ensure efficient inventory management and excellent customer service. This role offers hands-on retail experience and the opportunity to develop product knowledge in a unique industry setting.

What is an army surplus?

An Army Surplus job typically involves managing, selling, or distributing surplus military goods, such as clothing, gear, and equipment. These items are often excess stock or decommissioned supplies from the armed forces. Employees in this role may work in retail stores, warehouses, or online sales platforms, assisting customers, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the army surplus position, and why are they important?

To excel in an Army Surplus Store Associate role, you should have strong retail sales skills, inventory management experience, and a solid understanding of military surplus goods. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and occasional use of pricing equipment is common. Excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities help associates build customer loyalty and address a wide range of needs. These competencies are crucial for maintaining store operations, providing knowledgeable recommendations, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.

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Infographic showing various Army Surplus job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,889 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Compensation)

Defense Human Resources Activity

Alexandria, VA • On-site, Remote

$143K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


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Summary
This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent provides the highest level of technical guidance, tools, and products to the Department in the areas of pay, classification, and strategic compensation. Reviews wage data, to analyze, develop, and adjust special pay schedules. Provides advisory services to all levels of DoD, as well as other non-DoD Departments as needed..
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Duties
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As a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Compensation) at the GS-0201-14 some of your typical work assignments may include:
  • Planning, coordinating, and executing DoD Special Schedules, General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) Special Rates, and Foreign National (FN) pay setting programs.
  • Recommending action on requests or proposals originating with private industry, Government Accountability Office (GAO), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the Federal Prevailing Rate Advisory Committee (FPRAC), the DoD Wage Committee (DoDWC), military and other departments and executive agencies, labor unions and local wage survey committees.
  • Providing advice and assistance independently on problems concerning results of wage surveys, revised schedules and background information to others in the organization, representatives of Army, Navy, Air Force, Defense Logistics Agency, the National Guard Bureau and other departments and agencies, as well as to union officials.
  • Mastering analytical and evaluative skills for the review and evaluation of recruitment and retention issues, special wage surveys and special wage rates to determine appropriate wage levels.
  • Assigning work to subordinates based on position descriptions and work priority, assuring timely performance of a satisfactory amount and quality of work.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Work Schedule: Full Time
  • Overtime: Occasionally
  • Tour of Duty: Flexible
  • Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
  • Financial Disclosure: Not Required
  • Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible

Qualifications
You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications:
A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service:
  • Conducting research to gather clear-cut information and apply standardized analytical methods and techniques to accurately assess gathered information.
  • Providing high-quality customer service by communicating professionally with customers, explaining procedures and requirements, and responding to questions or concerns in a timely manner.
  • Utilizing effective and persuasive communication skills to obtain information, follow upon requests, and clarify discrepancies.

Experience refers to 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
Additional information
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: This program applies to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; Well qualified is defined as possessing the type and quality of experience that exceeds the positions minimum qualifications. and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility.
For more information:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

Persons with Disabilities - Schedule A
Special Hiring Authority for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities - Subpart F
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/register/)
The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a declination for further consideration for employment against this vacancy.
Selective Service Requirement: Please visit
http://www.sss.gov for more information.
For more information, please visit:

https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at:
https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
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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.
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