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Federal position administering facility support services including space management, equipment coordination, property management, and administrative services at government buildings.
2025 Base Pay (before locality adjustment)
| Grade | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 | Step 8 | Step 9 | Step 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | $34,454 | $35,603 | $36,752 | $37,901 | $39,050 | $40,199 | $41,348 | $42,497 | $43,646 | $44,786 |
| GS-7 | $42,679 | $44,102 | $45,525 | $46,948 | $48,371 | $49,794 | $51,217 | $52,640 | $54,063 | $55,486 |
| GS-9 | $52,205 | $53,945 | $55,685 | $57,425 | $59,165 | $60,905 | $62,645 | $64,385 | $66,125 | $67,865 |
| GS-11 | $63,163 | $65,268 | $67,373 | $69,478 | $71,583 | $73,688 | $75,793 | $77,898 | $80,003 | $82,108 |
| GS-12 | $75,706 | $78,229 | $80,752 | $83,275 | $85,798 | $88,321 | $90,844 | $93,367 | $95,890 | $98,422 |
| GS-13 | $90,025 | $93,026 | $96,027 | $99,028 | $102,029 | $105,030 | $108,031 | $111,032 | $114,033 | $117,034 |
| GS-14 | $106,382 | $109,928 | $113,474 | $117,020 | $120,566 | $124,112 | $127,658 | $131,204 | $134,750 | $138,296 |
| GS-15 | $125,133 | $129,304 | $133,475 | $137,646 | $141,817 | $145,988 | $150,159 | $154,330 | $158,501 | $162,672 |
Note: These are 2025 base pay rates. Most federal employees receive locality pay adjustments of 15-40%+ depending on location.
Official OPM qualification standards for GS-0342
Note: There is no Group Coverage Qualification Standard for this series; the Individual Occupational Requirements apply instead.
Education:
GS-5: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university.
GS-7 and Above: Graduate-level education in public administration, business administration, industrial engineering, industrial management, or other administrative or management fields related to the position to be filled.
OR
Experience:
GS-5 (General Experience): Three years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4. General experience is 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.
Above GS-5 (Specialized Experience): One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Specialized experience must demonstrate knowledge of the methods and procedures for providing or performing a variety of functions and services applicable to the position to be filled; ability to plan, organize, and control work involving diverse activities; ability to gain cooperation and coordinate the work of others; and skill in oral and written communications.
Qualifying experience includes:
Combining Education and Experience: Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for all grade levels for which both education and experience are acceptable.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal support services administration position
Read the OPM qualification standards above to understand the education and experience requirements for your target grade level.
Match your years of experience and education to the appropriate GS grade. Generally: GS-5 (entry), GS-7/9 (junior), GS-11/12 (journey), GS-13+ (senior).
Collect your DD-214, SF-50 (if applicable), transcripts, certifications, and any training records that demonstrate your qualifications.
Create a detailed federal resume (2-5 pages) that addresses every qualification requirement. Include hours worked per week, supervisor contact info, and specific accomplishments.
Search for open positions, carefully answer all assessment questions, and submit your application before the closing date.
Knowledge of building and property management.
Skill in overseeing service contracts.
Ability to manage support services resources.
Skill in resolving operational issues.
Effective coordination with service providers.
Ability to develop support services programs.
💡 Use these phrases to help ATS systems and human recruiters find your qualifications.
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A GS-0342 Support Services Specialist manages facility support operations including space management, property, mail, printing, and administrative services. These professionals ensure federal offices have the support infrastructure needed to accomplish their missions.
Support Services Specialists earn between $42,679 (GS-7 Step 1) and $117,034 (GS-13 Step 10) under the 2025 GS pay scale. Most positions are GS-9/11/12, earning $52,205-$98,422 annually plus locality adjustments.
GS-0342 positions require education and/or experience in facilities management, administration, or business. Entry-level positions accept degrees or equivalent experience. Higher grades require specialized facility and support services management experience.
Yes, military facilities and support experience is highly valued. Those who managed motor pools, supply rooms, facilities, or base support operations have directly transferable skills. Military logistics and administrative experience applies well.
The career ladder typically follows GS-7/9/11/12/13 intervals. Entry-level specialists support facility operations. GS-11/12 specialists manage programs independently. Senior specialists direct comprehensive support services programs.
Search USAJOBS.gov for 'Support Services' or '0342' series. Every agency has these positions. Your federal resume should detail facility management, property accountability, and administrative support experience.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.