This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/693253200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Now closing Wednesday, 02/15/2023. Applicants who apply by 11:59 PM ET will be considered for this announcement. This position is part of the Appraisal and Valuation Services Office, Office of the Secretary of Interior. The incumbent will be responsible for appraisals and appraisal reviews within the delegated approval authority prescribed by the Chief Appraiser in AVSO.
Special Rate Salaries for the 1171 occupational series
Referral Bonus - See "Additional Information"
12/07/2022 to 02/15/2023
$105,581 - $137,253 per year
Salary will be set based on location determined after selection.
GS 13
Few vacancies in the following location:
Yes
Not applicable, this is a remote position.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
13
No
No
AVSO-23-DE-11751323AM
693253200
Education does not substitute for experience.
Stipulations of Employment:
Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.
This position requires operation of a Government vehicle, therefore, proof of possession of a valid state driver's license is required.
If selected, the position to which you will be appointed is subject to a financial disclosure report requirement and you will be required to complete a new entrant Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of your appointment.
Work Schedule:
This position allows for a flexible work schedule.
Miscellaneous:
DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.
This position is being advertised concurrently with vacancy announcement #AVSO-23-MP-11751322AM using Merit Promotion procedures. If interested, refer to that announcement to determine if you meet the MP requirements and can apply to that announcement. NOTE: You must apply separately to each announcement in order to be considered under both.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic for, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Applications: help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information
Referral Bonus: If a referred candidate is selected and appointed, the referring employee is eligible for a $500 Referral Bonus Award or up to 16 hours of time-off.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For Category Rating: Once the application process is complete, qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position. The categories for this announcement are defined as: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified. Your resume and supporting documentation will then be used to determine if you are qualified for this job. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Cheating on the online assessment may result in your removal from consideration. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications and competencies listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the Assessment Questionnaire for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of this vacancy.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Applications for these positions will be accepted on a continuous basis up to the closing date of the announcement. Initial application packages will be reviewed for eligibility and qualifications and issued to management on 01/06/23. Additional application packages will be reviewed and issued to management on an as needed basis. Referrals will be made no more than one time each week.
For status updates on your application, please follow the directions listed above in the How to Apply section. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. If you are selected for an interview for this position, you will be contacted directly. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement. After confirming a job offer, all other applicants will be notified of their non-selection.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section of this vacancy.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Applications for these positions will be accepted on a continuous basis up to the closing date of the announcement. Initial application packages will be reviewed for eligibility and qualifications and issued to management on 01/06/23. Additional application packages will be reviewed and issued to management on an as needed basis. Referrals will be made no more than one time each week.
For status updates on your application, please follow the directions listed above in the How to Apply section. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. If you are selected for an interview for this position, you will be contacted directly. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement. After confirming a job offer, all other applicants will be notified of their non-selection.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/693253200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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If you're a highly motivated professional who thrives in developing new perspectives, you can make a difference in this world. Communities across our great nation rely on public servants with your unique skill set to support them and ensure our public lands and Indian lands continue to be used for the benefit and enjoyment of all people. Working with the Appraisal and Valuation Services Office (AVSO) is a truly unique experience. We provide independent real property valuation and mineral evaluation services in an energetic and professional environment. You will be supporting Interior bureaus and offices responsible for natural resource missions that are critical to our national parks, wildlife refuges, and other public lands. You will be playing a critical behind-the-scenes role in high-profile, far-reaching cases, such as acquisitions of land for national wildlife refuge or National Park expansion, critical habitat conservation, historic and cultural site protection, and helping to maintain the integrity of Indian trust lands and trust resources. As an employee of AVSO, you will be enjoying a diverse, meaningful, and rewarding career.
The Department of the Interior (DOI) places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encourages applications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission.