Job Description

Job Title:

Administration Assistant

PP-SRS-GRD:

S-0326-05

Location:

RAF Lakenheath

Vacancy Number

685347

Open Date:

23 June 2025

Close Date

30 June 2025

Work Hours Per Week

37.5 hours

Salary (Per Hour)

13.55 - 18.24

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Administration Assistant at the 48 Logistics Readiness Squadron, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath , United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

You will be responsible for using varied functions of multiple office automation software to produce a wide range of documents, formats, etc. You will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of recurring and nonrecurring correspondence, reports, and other documents as well as reviewing and process incoming and outgoing correspondence, materials, publications, regulations, and directives. You will be also responsible for receiving telephone calls and greet visitors.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0300/office-automation-clerical-and-assistance-series-0326/

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is 13.55 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Why the US Air Force/Royal Air Force civilian employment?

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

As the U.S. Air Forces in Europe's only fourth and fifth-generation fighter wing, RAF Lakenheath brings unique air combat capabilities to the fight, such as the most advanced Joint Direct Attack Munitions used by the F-35A & F-15E. RAF Lakenheath provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and air-to-ground precision combat capability and multi-staged improvement program avionics. Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, is located 70 miles northeast of London and 25 miles northeast of Cambridge. The Liberty Wing consists of more than 4,000 military members, over 1,500 British and U.S. civilians and includes a geographically separated unit at nearby RAF Feltwell. RAF Lakenheath is the largest U.S. Air Force-operated base in England and the only U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) F-35/F-15 fighter wing. Historically, the 48th FW has been the foundation of USAFE's combat capability and remains so today. The Liberty Wing led the El Dorado Canyon raids into Libya in 1986 and was the first F-111 fighter unit to deploy to the Gulf during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The Liberty Wing also anchored NATO forces during Operations Deliberate Force and Allied Force. Since September 11, 2001, the 48th FW has played a key role in antiterrorism operations, flying combat missions and providing combat support in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support office operations and produce a variety of documents, such as letters, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and graphs.

2. Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports.

3. Knowledge of format, rules, procedures and operations applicable to clerical assignments to prepare/review routine correspondence/reports, screen telephone calls and visitors, maintain files/records, review and process mail, and perform clerical procedures to arrange a variety of material from different sources and other administrative work of organization.

4. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required.

5. Ability to locate, assemble, and compose information for routine reports, inquiries, and nontechnical correspondence.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact and courtesy.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period. Overtime may be required, and you may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

1. The incumbent must have the ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM.

2. May be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise

Your hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week on a Fixed schedule Mon-Fri 0800-1600 where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,422.50-35,568.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 685347