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Positions involving technical work in supply operations including receiving, storing, and issuing materials.
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-2005
Individual Occupational Requirements: There are no Individual Occupational Requirements for this series.
Experience and Education Requirements by Grade Level (Group Standard):
| Grade | General Experience | Specialized Experience | Education |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-1 | None | None | None |
| GS-2 | 3 months | None | High school diploma or equivalent |
| GS-3 | 6 months | None | 1 year above high school |
| GS-4 | 1 year | None | 2 years above high school |
| GS-5 | None | 1 year at GS-4 level | 4 years above high school |
| GS-6+ | None | 1 year at next lower grade | Generally not applicable |
General Experience: 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 to be filled.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.
Education: One year of full-time academic study equals 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or approximately 36 weeks at 20+ classroom hours per week.
Combining Education and Experience: For grades GS-3 through GS-5, applicants may substitute education for experience. Express both as percentages; combined must equal at least 100%.
Step-by-step guide to landing a federal supply clerical and technician 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.
Military jobs that transition to GS-2005
Direct translation to supply technician. Highlight warehouse operations, inventory, and material handling.
Strong alignment but NOT direct translation. GCSS-Army differs from federal supply systems (GSA Advantage, FedMall). DoD supply regulations differ from FAR/GSA rules. Veterans need to learn federal procurement and civilian supply chain management. Excellent foundation, common transition path, but expect learning curve.
Strong alignment for entry-level GS-2005 positions. Unit-level supply (92Y) has narrower scope than federal supply technician work. Hand receipt management is simpler than federal property accountability systems. Great foundation, but federal roles often manage larger inventories and work with GSA contracts. Expect some adaptation.
💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
Skill in entering supply data accurately.
Ability to maintain supply records.
Proficiency in supply information systems.
Skill in processing supply requests.
Ability to assist with inventory activities.
Skill in communicating with customers.
Ability to ensure data accuracy.
Skill in organizing supply documentation.
💡 Use these phrases to help ATS systems and human recruiters find your qualifications.
A GS-2005 Supply Clerk/Technician performs hands-on supply operations—receiving shipments, storing materials, issuing supplies, maintaining inventory records, processing requisitions, conducting inventories, and operating material handling equipment. These technicians are the warehouse and supply room workers keeping military installations and federal facilities supplied.
Federal Supply Clerks and Technicians earn between $25,142 (GS-2 Step 1) and $55,486 (GS-7 Step 10) on the 2025 GS scale. Most positions are at GS-4 through GS-6. A GS-5 Supply Technician earns $34,454-$44,786. DOD installations, DLA distribution centers, VA, and federal facilities hire extensively nationwide.
GS-2005 follows the clerical qualification standard—no degree required. This is a one-grade interval series. Entry at GS-2 requires high school diploma or 3 months experience. Higher grades require progressively more specialized supply experience. Forklift certification, supply system proficiency, and attention to detail are valuable.
Absolutely—this is ideal for military supply veterans. Experience as supply clerks, warehouse workers, or inventory specialists directly transfers. Military experience receiving shipments, issuing equipment, maintaining stock records, or operating forklifts provides excellent qualifying background. Document specific supply duties, systems used, and equipment operated.
Supply Technicians follow the one-grade interval GS-2/3/4/5/6/7 progression with journey level at GS-5 or GS-6. Senior technicians reach GS-7. Many technicians transition to GS-2001 General Supply Specialist (professional series) or GS-2010 Inventory Management positions for higher grades and career advancement.
Search USAJOBS.gov for "Supply Technician" or "Supply Clerk" under series 2005. DOD installations, DLA distribution centers, VA facilities, and federal warehouses hire extensively. Highlight warehouse experience, forklift certification, supply system proficiency (GCSS, DPAS), and material handling skills. Include specific inventory values and equipment types handled.
Create a tailored federal resume that meets OPM standards.