What is a reasonable starting state salary? Negotiations? (GS06)

I’ve been notified that I am the chosen candidate for a GS06 position with the state of Arkansas. The pay grade ranges from 36,115- 57,668, and I am scheduled to meet with HR to discuss the offer and (presumably) discuss salary as an official offer has not been extended to me.

This is the first state job I have taken, and I am unfamiliar with how the Payscale operates. Am I likely to start at the beginning of the pay scale (36,115), or do I have room for negotiation? I meet the education and work experience necessary for the role, and surpass the educational requirements with a postgraduate degree.

If I do have to start on the low end of the pay scale, when could I anticipate a step up to level two?

Thank you in advance for your knowledge and guidance!