This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/751179900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Summary
Through this shared announcement, we're hiring Program Analysts (i.e., Management and/or Program Analysts) to join us at different agencies across the Federal government to improve the way we serve the public. The positions are in the Management and Program Analysis series (0343).
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
09/26/2023 to 10/01/2023
This job will close when we have received 1100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more -
Salary
$57,118 - $111,157 per year
Final salary depends on duty location.
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Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
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Location Negotiable After Selection,
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—Varies - As determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - Varies - Some positions may require travel.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— Varies - You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
00 - Varies - Some positions may have promotion potential to higher grade levels.
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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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Announcement number
CGA-DE-12083300-24-JR
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Control number
751179900
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens, CTAP, ICTAP
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Duties
The Federal government is looking to fill Management and/or Program Analyst positions across many different agencies through this shared job announcement. Management and/or Program Analysts serve in critical roles across government and require knowledge of management principles and processes and the analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing program development or execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Typical work assignments may include:
- Participate in management studies, reviews, and analysis related to issues involving mission, organizational structure, legal regulations, and productivity.
- Present study findings and recommendations via briefings, staff reports, and other means of oral and written communication.
- Conduct cost benefit and financial analyses of contracts, projects, and business operations.
- Collaborate with staff and leadership on strategic planning to carry out organizational objectives.
- Evaluate existing programs to determine if processes are in compliance with legal and agency requirements.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Promotion potential will vary. Some positions may have promotion potential to higher grade levels.
- You may qualify for bonuses, incentives, and/or reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
- Selective service registration is required, as applicable.
- Requires completion of one-year probationary period.
- Some positions may require a pre-employment drug test and/or random drug testing during the period of employment.
- Travel and security clearance requirements will vary depending on the position being filled.
- Telework will vary based on agency and the agency's telework policy.
- Remote/virtual opportunities will vary based on agency and the agency's remote/virtual work policy.
- Some positions may require financial disclosure filing.
- Some positions may be covered by a bargaining unit.
Qualifications
This announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023, or 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date. Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements by the closing date of the announcement or the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the grade level to which you are applying:
GS-09
Specialized Experience: Must have at least one year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties:
Education: Must have a Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, in Business, Operations Management, Public Administration, or other directly related field. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
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Combination of Education and Experience: Must have a percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. NOTE: First, determine total qualifying experience as a percentage of the specialized experience described above; then determine the education as a percentage of the graduate education described above; and then add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of one year (18 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this grade. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
GS-11
Specialized Experience: Must have at least one year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties:
Education: Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in Business, Operations Management, Public Administration, or other directly related field. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
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Combination of Education and Experience: Must have a percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. NOTE: First, determine total qualifying experience as a percentage of the specialized experience described above; then determine the education as a percentage of the graduate education described above; and then add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of 2 years (36 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this grade. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE DO NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your resume must support your application responses.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work performed through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the grade level to which you are applying:
GS-09
Specialized Experience: Must have at least one year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties:
- Assisting in analyzing studies related to topics such as workflows, quality controls, and documentation systems;
- Assisting with preparing reports to share information with staff;
- Collecting data for managers to review program efficiencies;
- Participating in planning sessions to evaluate progress of existing programs; and
- Assisting with studies to determine if programs have the resources to accomplish objectives.
Education: Must have a Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, in Business, Operations Management, Public Administration, or other directly related field. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: Must have a percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. NOTE: First, determine total qualifying experience as a percentage of the specialized experience described above; then determine the education as a percentage of the graduate education described above; and then add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of one year (18 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this grade. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
GS-11
Specialized Experience: Must have at least one year (52 weeks) of full-time specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service, performing the following duties:
- Analyzing the effectiveness of administrative practices to ensure compliance with organizational standards;
- Preparing reports to share information with staff;
- Analyzing plans for programs to determine effectiveness in meeting an organization's mission;
- Making recommendations to leaders to improve program efficiencies;
- Participating in planning sessions to evaluate progress of existing programs; and
- Collaborating on studies to determine if programs have the resources to accomplish objectives.
Education: Must have a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in Business, Operations Management, Public Administration, or other directly related field. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: Must have a percentage of the education and experience which when combined totals 100% of the necessary education and experience to qualify for this position. NOTE: First, determine total qualifying experience as a percentage of the specialized experience described above; then determine the education as a percentage of the graduate education described above; and then add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. Only graduate education in excess of 2 years (36 semester hours) may be used when combining education and experience for this grade. NOTE: You MUST submit supporting academic transcripts.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE DO NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your resume must support your application responses.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work performed through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position: You must submit a copy of your college transcript. An unofficial transcript with the degree title, list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned can be used as a substitute for the official transcript at the time of application. If you are selected for a position, official transcripts will be required prior to entering on duty.
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; applicants' resumes and supporting documentation should only reflect education received from schools accredited by such institutions. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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 an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Failure to provide such documentation with your application will result in lost consideration. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
This announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023, or 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement or the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
Additional information
Final duty station and pay will be determined by the hiring agency.
Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be available and will depend on the hiring agency.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: Reasonable Accommodation Request Link
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.
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process including resume submission, application questionnaire, and USA Hire competency based assessment. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (i.e., resume, transcripts), and your responses to all assessments required for this position. We will review ONLY four (4) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
- Accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Flexibility
- Integrity/Honesty
- Interpersonal Skills
- Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Stress Tolerance
- Teamwork
Application Questionnaire: Applicants must complete an experience and/or education based application questionnaire as part of the application process. Applicants identified as meeting minimum qualifications for the position will move on to the next phase of the assessment process. To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12083300
Online Assessment: Applicants must complete the online USA Hire Competency Based Assessments measuring critical general competencies required to perform the job. Examples used in the assessment may include general situations not directly related to program analysis. The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.
Ranking and Preference: Preference will be applied to applicants who move forward after the online assessment. This is a competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Delegated Examining Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, and the cut score for the online assessment, your application will be evaluated under Category Rating and Selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
- Best Qualified - for those who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceed the minimum qualifications.
- Very Highly Qualified - for those who possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds, to a very considerable extent, the minimum qualifications.
- Highly Qualified- for those who possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds, to a considerable extent, the minimum qualifications.
- Well Qualified - for those who possess the type and quality of experience that marginally exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and who demonstrate average proficiency in most of the critical competencies.
- Qualified - for those who possess the type and quality of experience that meets the minimum qualifications.
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.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023, or earlier since this announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
- Résumé which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicates hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. IMPORTANT NOTE: ONLY four (4) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the specialized experience. Additional information beyond your resume (e.g., links to additional information) will not be reviewed.
- College transcripts (official or unofficial), if qualifying based on education. Transcript must contain the degree title, list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected for the position.
- A complete application questionnaire and the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment.
- If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here.
- Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the online USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
- Veterans' Preference Documentation:
- If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Parent or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
- If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement date from active duty, 2) your discharge will be under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, and 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
- If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF-15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
- Veterans' Preference Documentation:
- Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., Reduction-in-Force (RIF) Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc.; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure, competitive status, promotion potential, and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified, defined as scoring 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
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
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires and assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents sections. To receive consideration, your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023 or earlier (This announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.). The application process is as follows:
- To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
- Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59PM (ET) on the announcement closing date (10/02/2023), or earlier since this announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
- If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice.
- Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
- Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
- Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
- Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed.
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessment. The online assessment must be completed within 48 hours following the closing date of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessment.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessment.
Selection Process: Participating agencies will receive certificates listing qualified applicants eligible for selection and will begin conducting fit interviews and making offers directly to applicants. Selections may begin in late October 2023. Once a job offer is extended to you by any agency and you accept, decline, or do not respond to any contact from an agency, you are not guaranteed another offer, but may receive one from other agencies. After making tentative job offers, agencies will conduct suitability/security background investigations.
Future consideration: The list of qualified candidates may be shared with multiple Federal agencies. You will have an opportunity to opt-in if you would like your name, application materials, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with other agencies for the next 12 months. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore job opportunity announcements.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023, or earlier since this announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
- Résumé which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicates hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. IMPORTANT NOTE: ONLY four (4) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the specialized experience. Additional information beyond your resume (e.g., links to additional information) will not be reviewed.
- College transcripts (official or unofficial), if qualifying based on education. Transcript must contain the degree title, list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected for the position.
- A complete application questionnaire and the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment.
- If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here.
- Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the online USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
- Veterans' Preference Documentation:
- If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Parent or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15, and if applicable, a completed SF15. You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
- If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement date from active duty, 2) your discharge will be under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, and 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
- If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF-15. If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives.
- Veterans' Preference Documentation:
- Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., Reduction-in-Force (RIF) Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc.; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure, competitive status, promotion potential, and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified, defined as scoring 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
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.
Help
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
How to Apply
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires and assessments and submit all required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents sections. To receive consideration, your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/02/2023 or earlier (This announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.). The application process is as follows:
- To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
- Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59PM (ET) on the announcement closing date (10/02/2023), or earlier since this announcement will close at 11:59 PM (ET) the day when 1,100 applications are received, which may be sooner than the closing date.
- If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice.
- Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
- Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
- Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire Assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link.
- Your responses to the USA Hire Assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically reused.
To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application record, and click Edit my application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To view the announcement status or your application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application. Once the job has been located, click the "Track this application" link on the right under the application date. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed.
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessment. The online assessment must be completed within 48 hours following the closing date of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessment.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessment.
Selection Process: Participating agencies will receive certificates listing qualified applicants eligible for selection and will begin conducting fit interviews and making offers directly to applicants. Selections may begin in late October 2023. Once a job offer is extended to you by any agency and you accept, decline, or do not respond to any contact from an agency, you are not guaranteed another offer, but may receive one from other agencies. After making tentative job offers, agencies will conduct suitability/security background investigations.
Future consideration: The list of qualified candidates may be shared with multiple Federal agencies. You will have an opportunity to opt-in if you would like your name, application materials, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with other agencies for the next 12 months. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore job opportunity announcements.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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