This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/726962900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Summary
This position is located in any Area 2 office which includes Boston WSU, Roxbury, Dorchester and Roslindale.
This is not a virtual assignment. All duties must be performed on site.
Applicant may select 3 locations.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
05/19/2023 to 05/25/2023
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Salary
$12.02 - $23.61 per hour
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Pay scale & grade
GS 1 - 4
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Locations
Additional locations are listed below.
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Not required
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types
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Work schedule
Part-time - 32 Hours
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
4
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
INT-11974134-23 ROI 077
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Control number
726962900
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
The SSA Internship Program (Program) provides individuals who are currently enrolled in or accepted for enrollment and seeking a degree, diploma, or certificate in qualifying educational institutions/programs with developmental experiences in the Federal Government. The Program is intended to provide clear paths and potential careers in the civil service.
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Duties
- Sort/deliver mail and faxes; process outgoing mail
- Assist with Medical CDR initiations (i.e. collate forms, stamp envelopes)
- Answering incoming general phone line
- Incoming customer screening
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Must be enrolled in a qualifying educational institution.
- Must be in good academic standing.
- Current grade report must show a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Fingerprinting and background and/or security investigation may be required.
- Job offers are contingent on fingerprinting and background / security investigation results.
- Selectees are required to serve a trial period.
- Relocation expenses will not be paid.
- Selective Service Registration, if applicable (www.sss.gov).
- All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
- Program participant(s) are placed on excepted service appointments for an initial period not-to-exceed 9/30/2023.
Qualifications
To qualify for the Program, applicants must be a student currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment and seeking a degree, diploma, or certificate in a qualifying educational institution or program (including awardees of the Harry S. Truman Foundation Scholarship Program) on a full or half-time basis as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled.
Proof of education must be submitted with your application package and received by the closing date of the announcement. Candidates must meet the basic qualification requirements for the positions being filled, including any positive education requirements and/or selective placement factors.
GS-1 - Enrollment in a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) program.
GS-2 - Completion of high school or GED diploma
GS-3 - Completion of one full academic year of post-high school study
GS-4 - Completion of two full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree
Proof of education must be submitted with your application package and received by the closing date of the announcement. Candidates must meet the basic qualification requirements for the positions being filled, including any positive education requirements and/or selective placement factors.
GS-1 - Enrollment in a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) program.
GS-2 - Completion of high school or GED diploma
GS-3 - Completion of one full academic year of post-high school study
GS-4 - Completion of two full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree
Education
Providing Proof of Education or Substituting Education
For information on providing proof of education or substituting for experience, visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-CSST
Submit a copy of your transcripts that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. Unofficial transcripts or screenshots of electronic/web transcripts with the required information will be accepted at the time of application. You must submit your transcripts according to the application submission details of this announcement. Documents will not be accepted via email or regular mail.
Applicants selected for the position must provide an official transcript(s) prior to being appointed.
Foreign Education: If your transcripts show education completed in foreign colleges or universities, you must also provide documentation that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in a conventional/accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
Additional information
Additional selections may be made for this vacancy six months from the closing date of this announcement.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
Program participants serving on appointments for 1 year or less are generally ineligible for coverage under the Federal Employees Retirement System and unable to participate in the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance program and the Thrift Savings Program.
Participants serving on appointments for more than 90 days may be eligible for coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits program.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
Benefits
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The evaluation you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire.
Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation. The questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. To preview the questions, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11974134
Applicants will be evaluated for basic eligibility only. The evaluation you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Your resume and supporting documentation may be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire, which is designed to capture the qualification requirements for this position. Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation.
Benefits
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.
Required Documents
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.
You must submit supporting documentation by the closing date of the vacancy announcement to qualify for the Internship Program and claim certain types of preference.
RESUME: All applicants must submit a resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
PROOF OF EDUCATION: Please see Qualifications and Education sections for details.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your military discharge certificate (DD-214 member 4 copy preferred) or an official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty. To be acceptable, the document must contain dates and show Character of Service. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference based on a service-connected disability, you must also submit an Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference (SF 15) and the required documentation specified on the reverse of the SF-15. Applicants claiming derived preference must submit the SF-15 and the required documentation specified on the reverse of the SF-15. Preference will be granted based on the documents received.
Note: If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD-214 and are claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days of the date on the certification. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, the character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by or under the direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders, or higher headquarters.
For more information visit the Vet Guide.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume
- Transcript(s)
- The Occupational Questionnaire
- Additional Required Documents, if applicable (see Required Documents section)
The complete Application Package must be submitted before midnight (EST) on 05/25/2023
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Individuals with disabilities may also call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email or standard mail. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
Agency contact information
Tanya Sani
- Address
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Region I Area 2
ONeill Federal Bldg
10 Causeway St Room 432
Boston, MA 02222
US
Next steps
Once you have successfully submitted your application materials, you can expect to receive a least two or more of the following email notifications concerning your application status: (1) Receipt of application; (2) Qualifications status and whether your application has been Referred/Not Referred to the selecting official; and (3) Selection status for the position.
Selection interviews may be conducted with one or more of the candidates, but there is no requirement that interviews be conducted. The hiring office will contact candidates directly for interviews. Interviews may be conducted via video conferencing software, if technically feasible. Applicants referred for consideration will receive a final disposition notice after selections have been made.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Framingham, MA 1 vacancy
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Hanover, MA 1 vacancy
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Holyoke, MA 1 vacancy
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Hyannis, MA 1 vacancy
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Lynn, MA 1 vacancy
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Malden, MA 1 vacancy
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New Bedford, MA 1 vacancy
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North Adams, MA 1 vacancy
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Norwood, MA 1 vacancy
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Pittsfield, MA 1 vacancy
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Quincy 1 vacancy
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Salem, MA 1 vacancy
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Springfield, MA 1 vacancy
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Taunton, MA 1 vacancy
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Waltham, MA 1 vacancy
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Worcester, MA 1 vacancy
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Required Documents
You must submit supporting documentation by the closing date of the vacancy announcement to qualify for the Internship Program and claim certain types of preference.
RESUME: All applicants must submit a resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
PROOF OF EDUCATION: Please see Qualifications and Education sections for details.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your military discharge certificate (DD-214 member 4 copy preferred) or an official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty. To be acceptable, the document must contain dates and show Character of Service. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference based on a service-connected disability, you must also submit an Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference (SF 15) and the required documentation specified on the reverse of the SF-15. Applicants claiming derived preference must submit the SF-15 and the required documentation specified on the reverse of the SF-15. Preference will be granted based on the documents received.
Note: If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD-214 and are claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days of the date on the certification. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include the following information: military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, the character of service, military rank, type of discharge, and date when terminal leave will begin. Certifications must be signed by or under the direction of military members' military personnel offices, unit commanders, or higher headquarters.
For more information visit the Vet Guide.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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Individuals with disabilities may also call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email or standard mail. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your Resume
- Transcript(s)
- The Occupational Questionnaire
- Additional Required Documents, if applicable (see Required Documents section)
The complete Application Package must be submitted before midnight (EST) on 05/25/2023
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Individuals with disabilities may also call us via Federal Relay using the (voice) contact telephone provided.
Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email or standard mail. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log in to your USAJOBS account.
Agency contact information
Tanya Sani
- Address
-
Region I Area 2
ONeill Federal Bldg
10 Causeway St Room 432
Boston, MA 02222
US
Next steps
Once you have successfully submitted your application materials, you can expect to receive a least two or more of the following email notifications concerning your application status: (1) Receipt of application; (2) Qualifications status and whether your application has been Referred/Not Referred to the selecting official; and (3) Selection status for the position.
Selection interviews may be conducted with one or more of the candidates, but there is no requirement that interviews be conducted. The hiring office will contact candidates directly for interviews. Interviews may be conducted via video conferencing software, if technically feasible. Applicants referred for consideration will receive a final disposition notice after selections have been made.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Framingham, MA 1 vacancy
-
Hanover, MA 1 vacancy
-
Holyoke, MA 1 vacancy
-
Hyannis, MA 1 vacancy
-
Lynn, MA 1 vacancy
-
Malden, MA 1 vacancy
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New Bedford, MA 1 vacancy
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North Adams, MA 1 vacancy
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Norwood, MA 1 vacancy
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Pittsfield, MA 1 vacancy
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Quincy 1 vacancy
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Salem, MA 1 vacancy
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Springfield, MA 1 vacancy
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Taunton, MA 1 vacancy
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Waltham, MA 1 vacancy
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Worcester, MA 1 vacancy
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