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Property Disposal
Federal position managing disposal of excess and surplus government property including evaluation, marketing, sale, and transfer of federal assets through authorized disposal channels.
What GS-1104 pays
2025 base rates, before locality. Most federal employees add a locality adjustment on top.
| 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 |
Base pay only. Locality pay adds 15 to 40 percent or more depending on where the job sits. Source: OPM 2025 General Schedule.
Qualification requirements
OPM's standard for GS-1104, as written.
Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Administrative and Management Positions
Individual Occupational Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or related field
OR
Experience: Experience in property disposal, surplus property management, or sales.
Education and Experience Requirements (Group Standard):
This is a two-grade interval series. Positions follow the GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, GS-12 progression pattern.
| Grade | Education | Experience | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | Bachelor's degree in any field from accredited college/university | 3 years progressively responsible experience, 1 year equivalent to GS-4 | Equivalent combinations qualifying |
| GS-7 | 1 full year graduate education OR Superior Academic Achievement | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 | Combinations of graduate education and experience |
| GS-9 | 2 years graduate education or master's degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-7 requirement) and experience |
| GS-11 | 3 years graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-9 requirement) and experience |
| GS-12+ | Not applicable | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to next lower grade | N/A |
Superior Academic Achievement (for GS-7):
- Upper third of graduating class in college/university or major subdivision
- GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 as recorded on official transcript, OR 3.5 or higher in major field
- Election to membership in national scholastic honor society
Graduate Education: One year of full-time graduate education is the number of credit hours the school determines represents 1 year of full-time study. If unavailable, 18 semester hours satisfies the 1-year requirement.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
What this means if you served
- Write the duties, not the billet. OPM credits military experience on the work performed, and does not use rank or pay to judge specialized experience.
- Put the training and certifications you earned in service on the page. They count here.
- Claim your veterans preference on the application. It is not applied for you.
- No positive education requirement here, so qualifying experience can stand in for the education.
How to qualify for GS-1104
1Review Qualification Requirements
Read the OPM qualification standards above to understand the education and experience requirements for your target grade level.
2Find Your Grade Level
Grade follows the scope and complexity of the work you can document against the announcement, not the rank you held. OPM does not use military rank or pay when it evaluates specialized experience. Roughly: GS-5 entry, GS-7/9 junior, GS-11/12 journey, GS-13 and up senior.
3Gather Documentation
Collect your DD-214, SF-50 (if applicable), transcripts, certifications, and any training records that demonstrate your qualifications.
4Build Your Federal Resume
Two pages. USAJOBS has enforced that limit since 27 September 2025 and will not accept a longer resume from a Title 5 agency posting, so the space has to answer every qualification requirement. Include hours worked per week, supervisor contact details, and the accomplishments with numbers on them.
5Apply on USAJOBS
Search for open positions, carefully answer all assessment questions, and submit your application before the closing date.
Typical duties
- Process excess property
- Coordinate property transfers
- Conduct sales and auctions
- Evaluate property condition
- Determine disposal methods
- Maintain disposal records
- Ensure regulatory compliance
- Coordinate with agencies
- Maximize property recovery
- Report disposal activities
Key competencies
Disposal Methods
Knowledge of various property disposal methods and regulations.
Valuation
Ability to assess property value and condition.
Sales Management
Skill in conducting property sales and auctions.
Regulations
Understanding of federal property disposal regulations.
Documentation
Ability to maintain disposal records and reports.
Coordination
Skill in coordinating with agencies and buyers.
Environmental Compliance
Knowledge of environmental requirements for disposal.
Marketing
Ability to market surplus property for sale.
Words the announcement will use
Use the ones your record actually supports. A rater is matching your experience against the specialized experience statement, and a keyword with nothing behind it does not survive that.
Questions about GS-1104
What is a Property Disposal Specialist?
GS-1104 Property Disposal Specialists manage disposal of excess and surplus government property. They evaluate conditions, determine disposal methods, coordinate transfers, conduct sales and auctions, and maximize property recovery value. They work at DLA, GSA, and agencies disposing of federal assets.
How much does a federal Property Disposal Specialist make?
GS-1104 follows a two-grade interval: GS-5/7/9/11/12. Entry at GS-5 ($34,454), journeyman at GS-9/11 ($52,205-$82,108), senior specialists at GS-11/12 ($63,163-$98,422). Program managers reach GS-12. Add locality pay.
What are the requirements for GS-1104 positions?
At GS-5, you need a degree in business or related field OR equivalent experience. Higher grades require specialized property disposal experience. Knowledge of federal disposal regulations, sales procedures, and property evaluation is essential.
Can military experience substitute for education in GS-1104?
Yes. Military supply, DRMO experience, or property disposal duties directly qualify. If you processed excess equipment, coordinated turn-ins, or participated in property disposal operations, that experience translates. Your understanding of military disposal processes is valuable.
What is the career progression for Property Disposal Specialists?
Entry at GS-5/7 with progression to GS-9/11. Senior specialists and program managers reach GS-11/12. DLA Disposition Services offers the most positions. GSA also has disposal operations. Experience with specific property types enhances advancement.
How do I apply for GS-1104 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS for 'Property Disposal Specialist' or 'Utilization and Disposal.' DLA Disposition Services is the primary employer with locations nationwide. Highlight your property management and disposal experience. Veterans with DRMO or supply backgrounds have applicable qualifications.
Ready to apply for GS-1104?
A rater matches your record against the announcement's specialized experience statement, inside two pages. BMR writes that shape from your own experience: competency headers, real scope, hours per week, and the supervisor detail the rater checks.