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Sales Store Clerical
Performs sales and store clerical work including retail operations, inventory control, and customer service.
What GS-2091 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-2 | $25,142 | $25,738 | $26,568 | $27,319 | $27,590 | $28,398 | $29,206 | $30,014 | $30,822 | $31,638 |
| GS-3 | $27,434 | $28,349 | $29,264 | $30,179 | $31,094 | $32,009 | $32,924 | $33,839 | $34,754 | $35,660 |
| GS-4 | $30,795 | $31,822 | $32,849 | $33,876 | $34,903 | $35,930 | $36,957 | $37,984 | $39,011 | $40,038 |
| GS-5 | $34,454 | $35,603 | $36,752 | $37,901 | $39,050 | $40,199 | $41,348 | $42,497 | $43,646 | $44,786 |
| GS-6 | $38,407 | $39,687 | $40,967 | $42,247 | $43,527 | $44,807 | $46,087 | $47,367 | $48,647 | $49,927 |
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-2091, as written.
Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Clerical and Administrative Support Positions
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%.
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-2091
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
- Operate retail sales
- Control inventory
- Provide customer service
- Process transactions
- Stock merchandise
- Maintain store records
Key competencies
Customer Service
Skill in assisting customers.
Cash Handling
Ability to process cash transactions.
Merchandising
Skill in stocking and displaying merchandise.
Inventory
Ability to track store inventory.
Communication
Skill in interacting with customers.
Math Skills
Ability to calculate prices and change.
Organization
Skill in maintaining store appearance.
Problem Solving
Ability to resolve customer issues.
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-2091
What is a Sales Store Clerk?
A GS-2091 Sales Store Clerk operates retail sales points in federal facilities—processing transactions, stocking merchandise, providing customer service, controlling inventory, and maintaining store operations. These clerks work at commissaries, military exchanges, federal bookstores, visitor centers, and other government retail operations.
How much does a federal Sales Store Clerk make?
Federal Sales Store Clerks earn between $25,142 (GS-2 Step 1) and $44,786 (GS-6 Step 10) on the 2025 GS scale. Most positions are at GS-3 through GS-5. A GS-4 Sales Store Clerk earns $30,795-$40,038. DeCA (Defense Commissary Agency), military exchanges, and federal visitor centers are primary employers.
What are the requirements for GS-2091 positions?
GS-2091 follows the clerical qualification standard—no degree required. Entry at GS-2 requires high school diploma or 3 months general experience. Higher grades require specialized retail or sales experience. Cash handling accuracy, customer service skills, and basic math abilities are essential competencies.
Can military experience substitute for education in GS-2091?
Yes, any military experience providing customer service or cash handling qualifies. Veterans who worked in MWR, exchange retail operations, or any position involving customer interaction have transferable skills. Military experience in supply, services, or administrative roles provides relevant background for these customer-facing positions.
What is the career progression for Sales Store Clerk?
Sales Store Clerks follow the one-grade interval GS-2/3/4/5/6 progression with journey level at GS-4 or GS-5. Senior clerks reach GS-6. Career paths include transitioning to GS-2005 Supply Technician, GS-1101 Accounting Technician, or other clerical series. Some advance to store management positions.
How do I apply for GS-2091 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS.gov for "Sales Store Clerk" or "Store Worker" under series 2091. DeCA commissaries, military exchange operations, national park visitor centers, and federal bookstores are employers. Highlight retail experience, cash handling skills, and customer service abilities. Include specific POS systems used and transaction volumes handled.
Ready to apply for GS-2091?
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.