Job Title: Social Science Analyst
Department: Department Of Justice
Agency: Office of Justice Programs
Sub Agency: Office of Justice Programs (OJP)
Job Announcement Number: JP-10- 047 SCEP
SALARY RANGE: 24.74 - 32.15 USD /hour
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 02, 2010 to Monday, April 19, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0101-09/09
POSITION INFORMATION: Part TimeTerm, not to exceed 16 Months
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 09
DUTY LOCATIONS: 01 vacancies - Washington, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens - plus well qualified CTAP and ICTAP eligibles in the local commuting area.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office of the Assistant Attorney General (OAAG). OJP Offices and Bureaus include the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the Office for Victims of Crime, the National Institute of Justice, and the Bureau of Justice Statistics. The OAAG ensures policy and programmatic coordination and integration, and exercises general authority over OJP Office's and Bureaus', programs and activities. The overall strategic purpose of the OAAG is to ensure that OJP achieves its mission of reducing crime and improving the criminal justice system as effectively, efficiently, and responsively as possible. The incumbent of this position will help to develop approaches for (1) generating rigorous evidence for criminal and juvenile justice; (2) synthesizing evidence into principles for practice and policy; and (3) translating evidence into practice in support of the Evidence Integration Initiative.
The mission of OJP and its Offices and Bureaus is to increase public safety and improve the fair administration of justice across America through innovative leadership and programs. Dedicated to comprehensive approaches, OJP provides Federal leadership in the development of policy and allocation of resources. OJP supports the Offices and Bureaus as they identify emerging criminal justice issues, develop new ideas and test promising approaches, evaluate program results, collect statistics, conduct analyses, and disseminate these findings and other information to state and local units of government, criminal justice practitioners, the media, and the public, as well as to other countries. OJP helps prevent and control crime and delinquency by assisting and coordinating with state and local governments, law enforcement, prosecution, indigent defense, and corrections, as well as select social service providers.
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=QYQLA.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
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Additional Duty Location Info:
01 vacancies - Washington, DC
DUTIES:
Serves as a technical resource and advisor to the Bureau and/or agency, advising on and backstopping development assistance activities in the area of social science analysis. Supports geographic or regional activities within the area of social science analysis by reviewing and analyzing data; developing strategies, analytical models, and methodologies; and providing assistance and advice on sectoral issues.
Acts as a liaison and/or consultant with Regional Offices, States, and grantees regarding program issues and requirements.
Develops, reviews, and analyzes data related to social services programs in order to make improvements to guidelines and policies that will maximize program effectiveness.
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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to review and synthesize social science research on criminal and juvenile justice topics.
Knowledge of evidence-based programs and practices in criminal and juvenile justice.
Ability to work in a team.
Knowledge of social science research methods.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in the behavioral or social sciences, or in a related discipline that included at least 24 semester/36 quarter hours in the behavioral or social sciences.
OR
B. Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
OR
C. Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have had either specialized experience and/or directly related education in the amounts shown below. Education and experience may be combined to meet the total experience requirements.
1. The applicant must have completed two (2) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's or equivalent graduate degree when it provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
OR
2. One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7.
Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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BENEFITS:
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OTHER INFORMATION:
The Office of Justice Programs'
Mission
To increase public safety and improve the fair administration of justice across America through innovative leadership and programs.
Vision
To be the premier resource for the justice community by providing and coordinating information, statistics, research and development, training, and support to help the justice community build the capacity it needs to meet its public safety goals; embracing local decision making and encouraging local innovation through strong and intelligent national policy leadership.
Motto
Innovation. Partnerships. Safer Neighborhoods.
THIS IS A SCEP POSITION. SCEP IS THE STUDENT CAREER EXPERIENCE PROGRAM. The SCEP, provides work experience which is directly related to the student's academic program and career goals. Students in the SCEP may be noncompetitively converted to term, career or career-conditional appointments following completion of their academic and work experience requirements. The Student Educational Employment Program benefits both agencies and students. Agencies can discover first-hand the abilities of a potential employee. In the case of SCEP, agencies can bring well educated graduates into their workforce while at the same time give their managers the ability to evaluate the student's performance in real work situations. Students, on the other hand, can avail themselves of such flexibilities as year round employment and flexible work schedules and assignments. Students in the SCEP gain exposure to public service while enhancing their educational goals and shaping their career choices.
THIS IS AN ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS. FAXED AND E-MAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP). The OJP is accessible by public transportation including Metro, MARC and VRE commuter trains and is located at the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Station (accessible on the Green, Yellow and Red lines). More information about our agency is available at: www.ojp.gov.
Applications made on line must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Form F-16488-AVUE (Bubble Sheet) is available to those who are unable to complete the on line application process. You can obtain this form by contacting Constance Jones at (202) 616-8663. This form must be received in the Human Resources office within five days of the closing date of the announcement. All other information requested in the vacancy announcement must be received by the human resources office by the closing date of the announcement. Your Form F-16488-AVUE must be mailed or hand carried to the contact person listed on the vacancy announcement; however, all other required documents (e.g., SF-50, DD214) may be faxed to the contact person listed to (202) 514-3076. Please indicate your name and vacancy announcement number on each piece of documentation faxed.
A recruitment bonus may be considered.
The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has partnered with the Vida Fitness Center, which is conveniently located in the Verizon Center for your physical fitness needs.
In addition, the Department of Justice (DOJ) offers on-site fitness centers at various DOJ locations within the downtown area, most of which are located within walking distance. DOJ also offers credit union services; ATM machine is located on-site. We also have health unit and an on-site nurse for your usage and convenience.
To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program which allows eligible employees to receive up to $230 per month tax-free. This benefit is for employees who use qualifying public transportation.
Service Credit for Non-Federal Experience – The Federal Workforce Flexibility Act allows newly hired employees to be granted credit for previous military or private sector experience directly related to the position for which hired. This non-Federal experience can be counted as service time for annual leave accrual purposes upon appointment. For additional information, please contact the human resources representative identified on this announcement.
Employee Assistance Program is a counseling, education and referral service that helps employees manage personal and professional responsibilities (e.g., adoption, adult care, legal services).
Flexible work arrangements – DOJ offers various alternative work schedules and telework, which varies from office to office. Alternate work schedule affords an employee the opportunity to work compressed or alternate work schedules. The telework program allows many employees to work from home or at an alternate location on a recurring or situational basis.
The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.
The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department.
The Department provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the servicing specialist listed in the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
If you are a David L. Boren scholar or fellow, and are not currently a student, the Homeland Security Act of 2002 provides that you can be considered, under a special appointing authority, for vacancies that are advertised under an agency's promotion procedures. Contact the National Security Education Board for assistance in determining whether this position will meet NSEP service requirements (http://www.nsepnet.org).
Veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military designated campaigns are entitled to preference over non-veterans both in hiring from competitive lists of eligibles and in retention during reductions in force. Preference does not have as its goal the placement of a veteran in every vacant Federal job; however, preference does provide a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified veterans seeking Federal employment. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume.
To be entitled to preference, a veteran must have been discharged under honorable conditions which is documented on Member Copy 4 of the DD214. If the appropriate copy of the DD214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, the candidate will not receive credit for their claimed active duty military service.
If claiming 5 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214. If claiming 10 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214 and an SF-15 along with the documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. If the SF-15 is not submitted, the documentation required by the form verifying the service connected disability (e.g., letter from the VA confirming the disability) must be submitted in order to receive 10-point preference consideration. If you are claiming derived preference (relative of the veteran), you must submit Member Copy 4 of the DD214, the SF-15 and the supporting documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. All candidates must submit all other required application materials as specified in this vacancy announcement.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=QYQLA.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact the employing office for alternate application procedures. Please call Constance Jones at 2026168663 or email at Constance.Jones2@usdoj.gov.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
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AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Constance Jones
Phone: 2026168663
Fax: 2025143076
Email: Constance.Jones2@usdoj.gov Agency Information:
Department of Jsutice
810 7th Street NW
Room 3300
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20531
US
Fax: 2025143076
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Job Title: Program Analyst (Evaluator)
Job Title: Program Analyst (Evaluator)
Department: Department Of Justice
Agency: Office of the Inspector General
Sub Agency: Office of the Inspector General (OIG)
Job Announcement Number: FCIP-2010-003
SALARY RANGE: 51,630.00 - 67,114.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, April 08, 2010 to Friday, April 23, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-09/09
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimePermanent - No time limit
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - Washington, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens - This position is being recruited under the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) for an entry level Program Analyst.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is the Nation's top law enforcement agency and is ranked as one of the Top 7 Best Places to Work in the Federal government! The DOJ, Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is one of the premier federal inspector general offices with a prestigious team of professionals. The OIG performs audits, evaluations, investigations and special reviews of the personnel and programs of the DOJ components including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration, Federal Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Marshal Service (USMS), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the U.S. Attorneys' Offices. The OIG offers successful candidates an opportunity to make a difference by providing challenging work that results in tangible improvements in government operations. We provide candidates with an array of benefits, outstanding development and training opportunities, and the opportunity to earn various forms of recognition (e.g., monetary merit and honor awards, spot cash awards, and time-off awards) for their significant contributions. We are seeking motivated, dedicated, and talented professionals. If you are ready for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this position with the OIG. This position is located in the OIG's Evaluation & Inspections Division (E&I). E&I evaluates whether DOJ programs and activities are effectively and efficiently achieving their intended outcomes. In E&I's team-oriented environment, you will travel occasionally to conduct field work and use a variety of analytical techniques to assess program operations and make recommendations to DOJ managers on ways to improve program results. Our reports provide a valuable source of unbiased information on significant issues for DOJ's leadership and the public and are frequently cited by Congress as the impetus for legislation to correct the deficiencies we document. Recent reviews examined measures to prevent inmates convicted of terrorism offenses from continuing terrorist activities from within federal prisons, efforts to integrate the fingerprint identification systems of the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security, and the USMS capabilities for protecting federal judges outside the courthouse. For more information on the OIG, please visit our website at http://www.usdoj.gov/oig/index.html.
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=HZRXQ.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
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Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington, DC
DUTIES:
The incumbent serves as a Program Analyst in a team environment. Analyzes and evaluates, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals, measures, and objectives. Develops and participates in the design, analysis and communication of results regarding high-profile evaluations and classified reviews of Department of Justice programs to ensure they are operating efficiently, effectively, and economically.
Conducts on-site interviews often with digital voice recorder technology, designs survey questionnaires, and analyzes pertinent records to accomplish review objectives, and prepares and reviews working papers to document the result of the review. Participates in entrance conferences with team members, supervisors, and Department managers to discuss preliminary findings and recommendations during the conduct of the interview, and participates in exit conference to inform appropriate officials of the results of the review.
Participates in developing and refining the job review scope and advises on impacting policies and procedures relevant to the review. Participates in every phase of an evaluation or review, from job proposal and design matrix through report issuance. Participates in writing segments of reports of significant interest to the Government and the public that identify non-compliance with regulations, inefficient operations, or improper practices.
Uses specialized software to organize, analyze, and present data.
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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to plan and execute work.
Ability to successfully prepare comprehensive written reports that are clear and concise and that effectively communicate findings and recommendations using both text and computer-generated charts, tables, and graphs.
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate information used to perform management-related studies (e.g. pertinent laws, regulations, polices that affect the program and related resources; development and administration of questionnaires, flowcharting of work processes, and statistical measures).
Experience with computer tools and analytical techniques, including databases, spreadsheets, and statistical applications to organize, analyze, and present data.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-9 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-7 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement for the GS-9 level may be met by two (2) full academic years of graduate level education or completion of all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or completion of all requirements for an LL.B or J.D. degree.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION
Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
GRADE 9: Examples of specialized experience include giving formal presentations to senior level officials and fellow employees; applying basic evaluative techniques; writing reports that cover a specific or narrow in scope issue; and using various databases, spreadsheets, graphs and charts to organize, analyze, and present information.
If qualifying based on education, you must submit copies of your current transcript for verification.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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BENEFITS:
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OTHER INFORMATION:
This is an opportunity for a two-year internship under the Federal Career Intern Program with the Department of Justice, Office of Inspector General, Evaluations and Inspections Division. Throughout the internship you will participate in a formal training program and job assignments to develop competencies applicable to the OIG's mission and needs. Initial appointment is within the Excepted Service, however upon successful completion of the internship, you will be eligible for a non-competitive conversion to a career-conditional. You do not have to be a student to be eligible for this position.
Experience working in the intelligence or law enforcement environment is highly desirable, but not required.
A graduate level or higher education in evaluation studies that can be applied to improving government and organizational operations resulting in program efficiency and effectiveness; e.g. Public Policy and Administration; Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation; Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation Research; etc. is preferred, but not required.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or national.
Position requires some travel.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will NOT BE ACCEPTED. Only supplemental application materials will be accepted via fax or e-mail. E-mail addresses are listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, in addition to the other required application materials, you MUST submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 to the Human Resources contact annotated in the vacancy.
If the appropriate copy of the DD-214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, the candidate will not receive credit for their claimed active duty military service.
All applicants must apply through the AVUE on-line system for consideration. Applicants should submit supporting documentation such as SF-50's, recent Performance Appraisals issued within the past 12 months, and if applicable, DD-214's. These documents may be scanned and submitted with your on-line application; faxed to 202-305-9755; e-mailed to oig.personnel@usdoj.gov or mailed/delivered to U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General, Office of Human Resources, 1425 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 7021, Washington, D.C. 20530. Please ensure that the vacancy announcement number appears on all documents. If you require technical assistance in submitting your application through AVUE, please contact the AVUE Help Desk at 202-772-1007 x4. Applications sent by fax, e-mail, or delivery services will not be accepted. If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Kate Sandstrom at 202-616-4501.
In accordance with Executive Order 12564, applicants selected for this position are required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is a drug-testing designated position subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
Applicant must be able to obtain and keep a Top Secret security clearance.
RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE NOT INCLUDED.
MOVING EXPENSES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.
BASIS FOR RATING:
You will be rated based on your qualifications as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered. An automated score will be calculated based on your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's). If you are eligible for veteran's preference, those preference points will be added to your automated score.
Your self-determined rating, narrative responses, resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed and all responses provided in the on-line process must be substantiated by your resume. If upon review, it is determined that your resume, narrative responses, and/or supporting documentation do not support your response choices, you may not receive full consideration for this position. Therefore, your resume and narrative responses must provide enough detail to support your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or KSA's.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You should receive confirmation regarding the submission of your application and/or resume through AVUE Technologies.
Once a review of all applications submitted is completed, AVUE Technologies will issue a referral of certificate(s), or list(s) of eligibles, containing the names of all candidates determined to be ‘best qualified.' That referral certificate or list of eligibles will then be issued to the selecting official for further consideration at which time you will receive a Notice of Results providing your application status. The selection official may then contact you for an interview, if they wish.
Once the selection process is complete, you will be provided a final notification. This process should take approximately 90 calendar days from the closing date of the announcement.
Initial appointment may require completion of a two-year probationary period.
Selectees may be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
This position is a "testing designated position." Incumbents may be subject to random drug testing.
Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible - Not Covered.
Applications made on-line must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Form No. F-15566-AVUE is available to those who are unable to complete the on-line application process. You can obtain this form by contacting the servicing specialist listed on the announcement. Your form, along with any other information requested in the vacancy announcement, must be postmarked by the closing date of the announcement and received in the Personnel Office within five (5) working days. Please indicate your name and vacancy announcement number on the documentation.
Applications submitted in postage-paid Government envelopes will not be accepted.
Status applicants must attach, fax, or mail (by the closing date) a copy of their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which verifies status, and performance appraisal received within the last 15 months.
The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.
The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department.
The Department provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the servicing specialist listed in the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.
Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.
Veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military designated campaigns are entitled to preference over non-veterans both in hiring from competitive lists of eligibles and in retention during reductions in force. Preference does not have as its goal the placement of a veteran in every vacant Federal job; however, preference does provide a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified veterans seeking Federal employment. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume.
To be entitled to preference, a veteran must have been discharged under honorable conditions which is documented on Member Copy 4 of the DD214. If the appropriate copy of the DD214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, the candidate will not receive credit for their claimed active duty military service.
If claiming 5 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214. If claiming 10 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214 and an SF-15 along with the documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. If the SF-15 is not submitted, the documentation required by the form verifying the service connected disability (e.g., letter from the VA confirming the disability) must be submitted in order to receive 10-point preference consideration. If you are claiming derived preference (relative of the veteran), you must submit Member Copy 4 of the DD214, the SF-15 and the supporting documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. All candidates must submit all other required application materials as specified in this vacancy announcement.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=HZRXQ.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
See Other Information.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Kate Sandstrom
Phone: 202-353-2254
Email: Kate.E.Sandstrom@usdoj.gov Agency Information:
Department of Justice
1425 New York Avenue NW
Suite 7000
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will
Department: Department Of Justice
Agency: Office of the Inspector General
Sub Agency: Office of the Inspector General (OIG)
Job Announcement Number: FCIP-2010-003
SALARY RANGE: 51,630.00 - 67,114.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, April 08, 2010 to Friday, April 23, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-09/09
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimePermanent - No time limit
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - Washington, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens - This position is being recruited under the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) for an entry level Program Analyst.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is the Nation's top law enforcement agency and is ranked as one of the Top 7 Best Places to Work in the Federal government! The DOJ, Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is one of the premier federal inspector general offices with a prestigious team of professionals. The OIG performs audits, evaluations, investigations and special reviews of the personnel and programs of the DOJ components including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration, Federal Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Marshal Service (USMS), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the U.S. Attorneys' Offices. The OIG offers successful candidates an opportunity to make a difference by providing challenging work that results in tangible improvements in government operations. We provide candidates with an array of benefits, outstanding development and training opportunities, and the opportunity to earn various forms of recognition (e.g., monetary merit and honor awards, spot cash awards, and time-off awards) for their significant contributions. We are seeking motivated, dedicated, and talented professionals. If you are ready for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this position with the OIG. This position is located in the OIG's Evaluation & Inspections Division (E&I). E&I evaluates whether DOJ programs and activities are effectively and efficiently achieving their intended outcomes. In E&I's team-oriented environment, you will travel occasionally to conduct field work and use a variety of analytical techniques to assess program operations and make recommendations to DOJ managers on ways to improve program results. Our reports provide a valuable source of unbiased information on significant issues for DOJ's leadership and the public and are frequently cited by Congress as the impetus for legislation to correct the deficiencies we document. Recent reviews examined measures to prevent inmates convicted of terrorism offenses from continuing terrorist activities from within federal prisons, efforts to integrate the fingerprint identification systems of the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security, and the USMS capabilities for protecting federal judges outside the courthouse. For more information on the OIG, please visit our website at http://www.usdoj.gov/oig/index.html.
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=HZRXQ.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
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Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington, DC
DUTIES:
The incumbent serves as a Program Analyst in a team environment. Analyzes and evaluates, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals, measures, and objectives. Develops and participates in the design, analysis and communication of results regarding high-profile evaluations and classified reviews of Department of Justice programs to ensure they are operating efficiently, effectively, and economically.
Conducts on-site interviews often with digital voice recorder technology, designs survey questionnaires, and analyzes pertinent records to accomplish review objectives, and prepares and reviews working papers to document the result of the review. Participates in entrance conferences with team members, supervisors, and Department managers to discuss preliminary findings and recommendations during the conduct of the interview, and participates in exit conference to inform appropriate officials of the results of the review.
Participates in developing and refining the job review scope and advises on impacting policies and procedures relevant to the review. Participates in every phase of an evaluation or review, from job proposal and design matrix through report issuance. Participates in writing segments of reports of significant interest to the Government and the public that identify non-compliance with regulations, inefficient operations, or improper practices.
Uses specialized software to organize, analyze, and present data.
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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to plan and execute work.
Ability to successfully prepare comprehensive written reports that are clear and concise and that effectively communicate findings and recommendations using both text and computer-generated charts, tables, and graphs.
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate information used to perform management-related studies (e.g. pertinent laws, regulations, polices that affect the program and related resources; development and administration of questionnaires, flowcharting of work processes, and statistical measures).
Experience with computer tools and analytical techniques, including databases, spreadsheets, and statistical applications to organize, analyze, and present data.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-9 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-7 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement for the GS-9 level may be met by two (2) full academic years of graduate level education or completion of all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or completion of all requirements for an LL.B or J.D. degree.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION
Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
GRADE 9: Examples of specialized experience include giving formal presentations to senior level officials and fellow employees; applying basic evaluative techniques; writing reports that cover a specific or narrow in scope issue; and using various databases, spreadsheets, graphs and charts to organize, analyze, and present information.
If qualifying based on education, you must submit copies of your current transcript for verification.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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BENEFITS:
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OTHER INFORMATION:
This is an opportunity for a two-year internship under the Federal Career Intern Program with the Department of Justice, Office of Inspector General, Evaluations and Inspections Division. Throughout the internship you will participate in a formal training program and job assignments to develop competencies applicable to the OIG's mission and needs. Initial appointment is within the Excepted Service, however upon successful completion of the internship, you will be eligible for a non-competitive conversion to a career-conditional. You do not have to be a student to be eligible for this position.
Experience working in the intelligence or law enforcement environment is highly desirable, but not required.
A graduate level or higher education in evaluation studies that can be applied to improving government and organizational operations resulting in program efficiency and effectiveness; e.g. Public Policy and Administration; Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation; Quantitative and Qualitative Evaluation Research; etc. is preferred, but not required.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or national.
Position requires some travel.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will NOT BE ACCEPTED. Only supplemental application materials will be accepted via fax or e-mail. E-mail addresses are listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.
Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, in addition to the other required application materials, you MUST submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 to the Human Resources contact annotated in the vacancy.
If the appropriate copy of the DD-214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, the candidate will not receive credit for their claimed active duty military service.
All applicants must apply through the AVUE on-line system for consideration. Applicants should submit supporting documentation such as SF-50's, recent Performance Appraisals issued within the past 12 months, and if applicable, DD-214's. These documents may be scanned and submitted with your on-line application; faxed to 202-305-9755; e-mailed to oig.personnel@usdoj.gov or mailed/delivered to U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General, Office of Human Resources, 1425 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 7021, Washington, D.C. 20530. Please ensure that the vacancy announcement number appears on all documents. If you require technical assistance in submitting your application through AVUE, please contact the AVUE Help Desk at 202-772-1007 x4. Applications sent by fax, e-mail, or delivery services will not be accepted. If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Kate Sandstrom at 202-616-4501.
In accordance with Executive Order 12564, applicants selected for this position are required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is a drug-testing designated position subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
Applicant must be able to obtain and keep a Top Secret security clearance.
RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE NOT INCLUDED.
MOVING EXPENSES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.
BASIS FOR RATING:
You will be rated based on your qualifications as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered. An automated score will be calculated based on your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's). If you are eligible for veteran's preference, those preference points will be added to your automated score.
Your self-determined rating, narrative responses, resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed and all responses provided in the on-line process must be substantiated by your resume. If upon review, it is determined that your resume, narrative responses, and/or supporting documentation do not support your response choices, you may not receive full consideration for this position. Therefore, your resume and narrative responses must provide enough detail to support your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or KSA's.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You should receive confirmation regarding the submission of your application and/or resume through AVUE Technologies.
Once a review of all applications submitted is completed, AVUE Technologies will issue a referral of certificate(s), or list(s) of eligibles, containing the names of all candidates determined to be ‘best qualified.' That referral certificate or list of eligibles will then be issued to the selecting official for further consideration at which time you will receive a Notice of Results providing your application status. The selection official may then contact you for an interview, if they wish.
Once the selection process is complete, you will be provided a final notification. This process should take approximately 90 calendar days from the closing date of the announcement.
Initial appointment may require completion of a two-year probationary period.
Selectees may be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
This position is a "testing designated position." Incumbents may be subject to random drug testing.
Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible - Not Covered.
Applications made on-line must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Form No. F-15566-AVUE is available to those who are unable to complete the on-line application process. You can obtain this form by contacting the servicing specialist listed on the announcement. Your form, along with any other information requested in the vacancy announcement, must be postmarked by the closing date of the announcement and received in the Personnel Office within five (5) working days. Please indicate your name and vacancy announcement number on the documentation.
Applications submitted in postage-paid Government envelopes will not be accepted.
Status applicants must attach, fax, or mail (by the closing date) a copy of their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which verifies status, and performance appraisal received within the last 15 months.
The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or nonmembership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.
The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department.
The Department provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the servicing specialist listed in the vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.
Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation.
As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.
Veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military designated campaigns are entitled to preference over non-veterans both in hiring from competitive lists of eligibles and in retention during reductions in force. Preference does not have as its goal the placement of a veteran in every vacant Federal job; however, preference does provide a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified veterans seeking Federal employment. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume.
To be entitled to preference, a veteran must have been discharged under honorable conditions which is documented on Member Copy 4 of the DD214. If the appropriate copy of the DD214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, the candidate will not receive credit for their claimed active duty military service.
If claiming 5 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214. If claiming 10 points, applicants must submit Member Copy 4 of their DD214 and an SF-15 along with the documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. If the SF-15 is not submitted, the documentation required by the form verifying the service connected disability (e.g., letter from the VA confirming the disability) must be submitted in order to receive 10-point preference consideration. If you are claiming derived preference (relative of the veteran), you must submit Member Copy 4 of the DD214, the SF-15 and the supporting documentation specified on the reverse side of the form. All candidates must submit all other required application materials as specified in this vacancy announcement.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=HZRXQ.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
See Other Information.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Kate Sandstrom
Phone: 202-353-2254
Email: Kate.E.Sandstrom@usdoj.gov Agency Information:
Department of Justice
1425 New York Avenue NW
Suite 7000
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will
Job Title: Research Assistant
Job Title: Research Assistant
Agency: Federal Housing Finance Agency
Sub Agency: FHFA
Job Announcement Number: FCIP-10-01
SALARY RANGE: 44,497.00 - 71,379.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 09, 2010 to Friday, April 23, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: OF-1101-14/17
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeTerm, not to exceed 2 Years
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 17
DUTY LOCATIONS: 02 vacancies - Washington , DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Federal Housing Finance Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=NYQLT.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
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Additional Duty Location Info:
02 vacancies - Washington , DC
DUTIES:
If selected you will: Prepare periodic reports for internal distribution on economic and financial indicators. Prepare portions of memoranda, papers, presentations, and other documents prepared by Office of Policy Analysis and Research (OPAR) staff. Assist senior staff in conducting research and policy analysis of the economics of housing and housing finance, including developments in the housing finance industry in general and at the Enterprises specifically. Assist senior OPAR staff in collecting and verifying the accuracy of economic and financial data. Maintain databases and compile statistical reports and data summaries, including graphics and tables that portray data, for use in policy analyses, research papers, briefings, and reports for senior staff.
Use spreadsheet and statistical software (e.g., Excel or SAS) to conduct statistical analyses. Conduct original research under the supervision of senior OPAR staff.
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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of basic economics and/or statistics necessary to conduct quantitative and qualitative research.
Ability to research and analyze issues.
Ability to use computer spreadsheet software and statistical software packages (e.g., Excel, SAS) to conduct statistical analysis.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and balance multiple project responsibilities.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the OF-14 level includes one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 (or equivalent OF-12 or TS-5 level at FHFA). Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience include using software packages such as Excel, SQL and Sybase; performing research on statistical, financial and/or policy analysis projects; or conducting quantitative and qualitative research in support of analysis and policy development.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement may be met by successful completion of one full academic year of graduate level education or law school OR successfully meeting the requirements of the Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) provisions ( see http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp for requirements of SAA).
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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BENEFITS:
See Other Information.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Candidates selected from this vacancy announcement will be placed in the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP). The selected candidates will be placed in the excepted service for a period not to exceed two (2) years. This appointment may be converted to a permanent competitive service position upon successful completion of the 2-year FCIP. Federal Career Interns will be required to sign a statement of understanding of the program upon being appointed.
We strongly encourage you to apply using the on-line application process by clicking on the link 'Apply To This Vacancy' located at the top, middle, and bottom of the vacancy announcement page. You must contact the Human Resources Office (at least 5 business days prior to the close date) at (202) 408-2539 for alternative application procedures if you are not able to apply on-line.
There are currently two vacancies available. However, should additional vacancies become available within the next 3 months, applicants for this position will be considered, so more than two positions may be filled.
BASIS OF RATING: You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which show the degree to which you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed on this vacancy announcement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, status as a parent, sexual orientation, political affiliations, national origin, age, disability, or any other non-merit factor.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employing agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS: FHFA offers a wide array of benefits:
1. FREE comprehensive dental coverage to employees and their family members. There is a $2,500 annual maximum per employee and a separate orthodontic benefit for dependent children to age 19. (Annual deductibles apply.)
2. FREE vision care coverage. This benefit covers the employee and all eligible dependents. (Co-pay applies.) Coverage includes reimbursement according to a fee schedule for eye examinations, frames and contact lenses once every 12 months.
3. 100% cost of your public transportation commuting expenses (e.g., vanpool, metro bus, metro train). The first $230 tax-free and $90 per month to cover the cost of parking at Metro operated lots.
4. Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) includes a flexible work schedule and a compressed work schedule.
5. The Wellness Program provides a taxable reimbursement each fiscal year for various health related expenses. The maximum reimbursement dollar amount is established at $600 for 2010.
6. A variety of Federal Employee Health Benefit plans to choose from which can be paid from pre-tax income. FHFA pays 90% of the bi-weekly premium.
7. Employees currently in the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) will remain in that system. All other employees will be assigned to the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered program consisting of: Basic Benefit (a retirement pension) Social Security, and the Thrift Savings Plan (see below).
8. The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a retirement savings and investment plan for Federal employees and offers the same type of savings and tax benefits provided under 401(k) plans. As a FERS employee, you can contribute up to $16,500 per year. You will receive agency-matching contributions up to the first 5 percent. As a CSRS employee, you can contribute up to $16,500 per year. CSRS employees do not receive any agency contributions. Employees age 50 or older as of December 31, 2009, may contribute an additional $5,500 for catch-up contribution per year.
9. In addition to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), FHFA offers and additional 401(k) plan that is administered by T. Rowe Price. Employees covered under FERS contributing at least 3% to the TSP may participate in the agency 401(k) plan. All CSRS employees may participate. 401(k) plan participants may contribute up to 10% of their by weekly pay on a pre-tax basis, with agency matching contributions of up to 3 percent.
10. The Federal Employee Group Life Insurance offers numerous life insurance policy options covering employees and dependents.
11. The Federal leave program offers exceptional time-off benefits, including annual leave, sick leave, Family Friendly Leave, Family Medical Leave, and ten (10) paid holidays per year.
12. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free confidential counseling and referral services to you and your family members.
13. The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program provides long term care insurance to help pay for costs of care when you can no longer perform everyday tasks by yourself, or you have a severe cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer's. You may visit the Long Term Care Partners website for more information: www.ltcfeds.com.
14. The Flexible Spending Account Program provides pre-tax, employee-funded accounts to pay for medical expenses that are tax deductible as well as dependent care costs.
15. Career development and enrichment training is available in job-related areas.
16. Other benefits include a nearby full service ATM, and eligibility to join the Treasury Credit Union; free use of an on-site gym and locker room with shower facilities.
Favorable adjudication of the appropriate level of background investigation is a condition of employment at FHFA.
FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of-interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests in Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 414-3099.
If selected, male applicants born after 12/31/59 must confirm their selective service registration status.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
ICTAP ELIGIBLES - Take Note! ICTAP eligibles may apply for special selection priority for this position. To be well qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, eligible displaced federal employees must receive a rating of 95 or more. Also, employees must request full consideration with a job application and include a copy of their specific RIF notice of separation and/or a copy of the SF-50 documenting the RIF separation.
New federal employees are required to fulfill a one-year probationary period.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Federal Housing Finance Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=NYQLT.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact the employing office for alternate application procedures. Please call Jerri Fitzpatrick at 2024082539 or email at jerri.fitzpatrick@fhfa.gov.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
See Other Information.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Jerri Fitzpatrick
Phone: 2024082539
Email: jerri.fitzpatrick@fhfa.gov Agency Information:
Federal Housing Finance Agency
1700 G Street NW
3rd Floor
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20552
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
Agency: Federal Housing Finance Agency
Sub Agency: FHFA
Job Announcement Number: FCIP-10-01
SALARY RANGE: 44,497.00 - 71,379.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 09, 2010 to Friday, April 23, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: OF-1101-14/17
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeTerm, not to exceed 2 Years
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 17
DUTY LOCATIONS: 02 vacancies - Washington , DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Federal Housing Finance Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=NYQLT.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Information.
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Additional Duty Location Info:
02 vacancies - Washington , DC
DUTIES:
If selected you will: Prepare periodic reports for internal distribution on economic and financial indicators. Prepare portions of memoranda, papers, presentations, and other documents prepared by Office of Policy Analysis and Research (OPAR) staff. Assist senior staff in conducting research and policy analysis of the economics of housing and housing finance, including developments in the housing finance industry in general and at the Enterprises specifically. Assist senior OPAR staff in collecting and verifying the accuracy of economic and financial data. Maintain databases and compile statistical reports and data summaries, including graphics and tables that portray data, for use in policy analyses, research papers, briefings, and reports for senior staff.
Use spreadsheet and statistical software (e.g., Excel or SAS) to conduct statistical analyses. Conduct original research under the supervision of senior OPAR staff.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of basic economics and/or statistics necessary to conduct quantitative and qualitative research.
Ability to research and analyze issues.
Ability to use computer spreadsheet software and statistical software packages (e.g., Excel, SAS) to conduct statistical analysis.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and balance multiple project responsibilities.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the OF-14 level includes one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 (or equivalent OF-12 or TS-5 level at FHFA). Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience include using software packages such as Excel, SQL and Sybase; performing research on statistical, financial and/or policy analysis projects; or conducting quantitative and qualitative research in support of analysis and policy development.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement may be met by successful completion of one full academic year of graduate level education or law school OR successfully meeting the requirements of the Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) provisions ( see http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp for requirements of SAA).
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.
See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
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BENEFITS:
See Other Information.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Candidates selected from this vacancy announcement will be placed in the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP). The selected candidates will be placed in the excepted service for a period not to exceed two (2) years. This appointment may be converted to a permanent competitive service position upon successful completion of the 2-year FCIP. Federal Career Interns will be required to sign a statement of understanding of the program upon being appointed.
We strongly encourage you to apply using the on-line application process by clicking on the link 'Apply To This Vacancy' located at the top, middle, and bottom of the vacancy announcement page. You must contact the Human Resources Office (at least 5 business days prior to the close date) at (202) 408-2539 for alternative application procedures if you are not able to apply on-line.
There are currently two vacancies available. However, should additional vacancies become available within the next 3 months, applicants for this position will be considered, so more than two positions may be filled.
BASIS OF RATING: You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which show the degree to which you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed on this vacancy announcement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, status as a parent, sexual orientation, political affiliations, national origin, age, disability, or any other non-merit factor.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employing agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITS: FHFA offers a wide array of benefits:
1. FREE comprehensive dental coverage to employees and their family members. There is a $2,500 annual maximum per employee and a separate orthodontic benefit for dependent children to age 19. (Annual deductibles apply.)
2. FREE vision care coverage. This benefit covers the employee and all eligible dependents. (Co-pay applies.) Coverage includes reimbursement according to a fee schedule for eye examinations, frames and contact lenses once every 12 months.
3. 100% cost of your public transportation commuting expenses (e.g., vanpool, metro bus, metro train). The first $230 tax-free and $90 per month to cover the cost of parking at Metro operated lots.
4. Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) includes a flexible work schedule and a compressed work schedule.
5. The Wellness Program provides a taxable reimbursement each fiscal year for various health related expenses. The maximum reimbursement dollar amount is established at $600 for 2010.
6. A variety of Federal Employee Health Benefit plans to choose from which can be paid from pre-tax income. FHFA pays 90% of the bi-weekly premium.
7. Employees currently in the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) will remain in that system. All other employees will be assigned to the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered program consisting of: Basic Benefit (a retirement pension) Social Security, and the Thrift Savings Plan (see below).
8. The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is a retirement savings and investment plan for Federal employees and offers the same type of savings and tax benefits provided under 401(k) plans. As a FERS employee, you can contribute up to $16,500 per year. You will receive agency-matching contributions up to the first 5 percent. As a CSRS employee, you can contribute up to $16,500 per year. CSRS employees do not receive any agency contributions. Employees age 50 or older as of December 31, 2009, may contribute an additional $5,500 for catch-up contribution per year.
9. In addition to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), FHFA offers and additional 401(k) plan that is administered by T. Rowe Price. Employees covered under FERS contributing at least 3% to the TSP may participate in the agency 401(k) plan. All CSRS employees may participate. 401(k) plan participants may contribute up to 10% of their by weekly pay on a pre-tax basis, with agency matching contributions of up to 3 percent.
10. The Federal Employee Group Life Insurance offers numerous life insurance policy options covering employees and dependents.
11. The Federal leave program offers exceptional time-off benefits, including annual leave, sick leave, Family Friendly Leave, Family Medical Leave, and ten (10) paid holidays per year.
12. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides free confidential counseling and referral services to you and your family members.
13. The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program provides long term care insurance to help pay for costs of care when you can no longer perform everyday tasks by yourself, or you have a severe cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer's. You may visit the Long Term Care Partners website for more information: www.ltcfeds.com.
14. The Flexible Spending Account Program provides pre-tax, employee-funded accounts to pay for medical expenses that are tax deductible as well as dependent care costs.
15. Career development and enrichment training is available in job-related areas.
16. Other benefits include a nearby full service ATM, and eligibility to join the Treasury Credit Union; free use of an on-site gym and locker room with shower facilities.
Favorable adjudication of the appropriate level of background investigation is a condition of employment at FHFA.
FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of-interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests in Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 414-3099.
If selected, male applicants born after 12/31/59 must confirm their selective service registration status.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
ICTAP ELIGIBLES - Take Note! ICTAP eligibles may apply for special selection priority for this position. To be well qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, eligible displaced federal employees must receive a rating of 95 or more. Also, employees must request full consideration with a job application and include a copy of their specific RIF notice of separation and/or a copy of the SF-50 documenting the RIF separation.
New federal employees are required to fulfill a one-year probationary period.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Federal Housing Finance Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=NYQLT.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact the employing office for alternate application procedures. Please call Jerri Fitzpatrick at 2024082539 or email at jerri.fitzpatrick@fhfa.gov.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
See Other Information.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Jerri Fitzpatrick
Phone: 2024082539
Email: jerri.fitzpatrick@fhfa.gov Agency Information:
Federal Housing Finance Agency
1700 G Street NW
3rd Floor
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20552
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
Job Title:Clerk
Job Title:Clerk
Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Office of the Secretary for Human Resources & Admin
Job Announcement Number: VA-10-001-JM
SALARY RANGE: 22,115.00 - 39,590.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 to Monday, April 26, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-01/04
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeSummer NTE 9/30/2010
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 04
DUTY LOCATIONS: 30 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking applications from current high school and college students to fill Clerk Positions under the 2010 Summer Employment Program. This is a temporary position not-to-exceed September 30, 2010.
VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be a US citizen to apply for this job
Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
30 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Provides general clerical and administrative support for an office within the Department of Veterans Affairs
Uses office automation equipment and a variety of software to produce various documents in draft or final form. Software may include database spreadsheets, charts, or graphs and enters, revises, sorts, calculates and retrieve data
Reviews and sorts incoming mail and distributes to the appropriate staff and/or office
Answers telephones, receives visitors, and refers callers and visitors to appropriate staff
Maintains the office filing systems and updates office files
Assists staff members on projects
Performs other clerical or administrative duties including photocopying, operating fax machines
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must be currently enrolled on a full time or at least a half-time basis in (determined by the particular college or university) an accredited high school, technical, or vocational school or a 2 or 4 year college, university or professional school.
To qualify based on education, please submit a copy of a certified transcript with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average/class ranking; and a letter from the college or university which indicates that the student is in good standing and working on a degree. If you are in high school, please provide a copy of your report card and a letter from the high school signed by the counselor or principal stating you are in good standing and on track to graduate.
GS-1 grade level: No education or experience is required at this grade level.
GS-2 grade level: Applicants must have either a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and/or three (3) months of general experience.
GS-3 grade level: One year of education above the High School level and/or six (6) months general experience. (Education = 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours)
GS-4 grade level: Two years of education above the High School level and/or one year of general experience. (Education = 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours)
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/alph-ndx.asp.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. ***
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted 5 points tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 90 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Résumé
A complete Occupational Questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, April 26, 2010.
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. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is easier, faster, and provides more information as applications are processed.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS. After applying, return to My USAJOBS (https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx) to see the status of your application, including any messages that may have been sent to you.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to (478)757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID VY334969.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required:
Résumé or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612).
Responses to the questionnaire.
Copy of your transcript and a letter from school, college or university.
Optional Form 306 ("Declaration for Federal Employment")
Use this checklist to make sure you’ve submitted everything!
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Joan McIver
Phone: (202)461-5331
Email: joan.mciver@va.gov Agency Information:
Central Office Human Resources Service
Department of Veterans Affairs
Central Office Human Resources Service
Washington, DC 20420
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your résumé supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your résumé does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Office of the Secretary for Human Resources & Admin
Job Announcement Number: VA-10-001-JM
SALARY RANGE: 22,115.00 - 39,590.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 to Monday, April 26, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-01/04
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeSummer NTE 9/30/2010
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 04
DUTY LOCATIONS: 30 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking applications from current high school and college students to fill Clerk Positions under the 2010 Summer Employment Program. This is a temporary position not-to-exceed September 30, 2010.
VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be a US citizen to apply for this job
Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
30 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Provides general clerical and administrative support for an office within the Department of Veterans Affairs
Uses office automation equipment and a variety of software to produce various documents in draft or final form. Software may include database spreadsheets, charts, or graphs and enters, revises, sorts, calculates and retrieve data
Reviews and sorts incoming mail and distributes to the appropriate staff and/or office
Answers telephones, receives visitors, and refers callers and visitors to appropriate staff
Maintains the office filing systems and updates office files
Assists staff members on projects
Performs other clerical or administrative duties including photocopying, operating fax machines
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must be currently enrolled on a full time or at least a half-time basis in (determined by the particular college or university) an accredited high school, technical, or vocational school or a 2 or 4 year college, university or professional school.
To qualify based on education, please submit a copy of a certified transcript with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average/class ranking; and a letter from the college or university which indicates that the student is in good standing and working on a degree. If you are in high school, please provide a copy of your report card and a letter from the high school signed by the counselor or principal stating you are in good standing and on track to graduate.
GS-1 grade level: No education or experience is required at this grade level.
GS-2 grade level: Applicants must have either a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and/or three (3) months of general experience.
GS-3 grade level: One year of education above the High School level and/or six (6) months general experience. (Education = 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours)
GS-4 grade level: Two years of education above the High School level and/or one year of general experience. (Education = 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours)
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/alph-ndx.asp.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. ***
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted 5 points tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 90 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Résumé
A complete Occupational Questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, April 26, 2010.
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. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is easier, faster, and provides more information as applications are processed.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS. After applying, return to My USAJOBS (https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx) to see the status of your application, including any messages that may have been sent to you.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to (478)757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID VY334969.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required:
Résumé or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612).
Responses to the questionnaire.
Copy of your transcript and a letter from school, college or university.
Optional Form 306 ("Declaration for Federal Employment")
Use this checklist to make sure you’ve submitted everything!
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Joan McIver
Phone: (202)461-5331
Email: joan.mciver@va.gov Agency Information:
Central Office Human Resources Service
Department of Veterans Affairs
Central Office Human Resources Service
Washington, DC 20420
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your résumé supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your résumé does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
Job Title: Management/Program Analyst (Summer Program)
Job Title: Management/Program Analyst (Summer Program)
Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Office of the Secretary for Human Resources & Admin
Job Announcement Number: VA-10-002-JM
SALARY RANGE: 34,075.00 - 81,204.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 to Monday, April 26, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-05/11
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeSummer NTE 9/30/2010
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 11
DUTY LOCATIONS: 05 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking applications from current students at the graduate level to fill Management/Program Analyst Positions under the 2010 Summer Employment Program. Individuals selected will be expected to perform a variety of duties related the occupational area and program to which they are assigned. This is a temporary position not-to-exceed September 30, 2010.
VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be a US citizen to apply for this job
Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
05 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
The incumbents will be assigned to a variety of offices within Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC. They will work under close supervision and receive specific instructions as to when and how to accomplish assigned tasks. Tasks may include routine work supporting the office in which they work; maintaining records; receiving, screening, reviewing and verifying documents; searching and compiling information and data; participating in investigations and researching to ensure sound management principles are utilized within an organization; conducting segments of organizational studies; reviewing operational plans; identifying various resources required to support program operations and writing draft reports of study findings.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
For the GS-5: Possess a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree or 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-7: Possess a 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 grade in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-9: Possess a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-11: Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/alph-ndx.asp.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted 5 points tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 90 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Résumé
A complete Occupational Questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, April 26, 2010.
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. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is easier, faster, and provides more information as applications are processed.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS. After applying, return to My USAJOBS (https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx) to see the status of your application, including any messages that may have been sent to you.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to (478)757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID VY334890.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required:
Résumé or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612).
Responses to the questionnaire.
Official transcripts and a letter from the college or university indicating in good standing.
OF-306 ("Declaration of Federal Employment")
Use this checklist to make sure you’ve submitted everything.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Joan McIver
Phone: (202)461-5331
Email: joan.mciver@va.gov Agency Information:
Central Office Human Resources Service
Department of Veterans Affairs
Central Office Human Resources Service
Washington, DC 20420
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your résumé supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your résumé does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs
Agency: Office of the Secretary for Human Resources & Admin
Job Announcement Number: VA-10-002-JM
SALARY RANGE: 34,075.00 - 81,204.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 to Monday, April 26, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-05/11
POSITION INFORMATION: Full TimeSummer NTE 9/30/2010
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 11
DUTY LOCATIONS: 05 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking applications from current students at the graduate level to fill Management/Program Analyst Positions under the 2010 Summer Employment Program. Individuals selected will be expected to perform a variety of duties related the occupational area and program to which they are assigned. This is a temporary position not-to-exceed September 30, 2010.
VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
You must be a US citizen to apply for this job
Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
05 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
The incumbents will be assigned to a variety of offices within Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, DC. They will work under close supervision and receive specific instructions as to when and how to accomplish assigned tasks. Tasks may include routine work supporting the office in which they work; maintaining records; receiving, screening, reviewing and verifying documents; searching and compiling information and data; participating in investigations and researching to ensure sound management principles are utilized within an organization; conducting segments of organizational studies; reviewing operational plans; identifying various resources required to support program operations and writing draft reports of study findings.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
For the GS-5: Possess a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree or 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-7: Possess a 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 grade in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-9: Possess a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
For the GS-11: Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related or 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the knowledge of the theories and principles of organization and management in order to identify, research, analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations or solutions to problem/issues.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/alph-ndx.asp.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: 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 (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted 5 points tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
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BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 90 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
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HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Résumé
A complete Occupational Questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, April 26, 2010.
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. Applicants are urged to apply online; this process is easier, faster, and provides more information as applications are processed.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS. After applying, return to My USAJOBS (https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx) to see the status of your application, including any messages that may have been sent to you.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to (478)757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID VY334890.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required:
Résumé or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612).
Responses to the questionnaire.
Official transcripts and a letter from the college or university indicating in good standing.
OF-306 ("Declaration of Federal Employment")
Use this checklist to make sure you’ve submitted everything.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Joan McIver
Phone: (202)461-5331
Email: joan.mciver@va.gov Agency Information:
Central Office Human Resources Service
Department of Veterans Affairs
Central Office Human Resources Service
Washington, DC 20420
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your résumé supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your résumé does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
Job Title: Intern
Job Title: Intern
Agency: Congressional Budget Office
Job Announcement Number: 10-26
SALARY RANGE: 13.00 - 25.00 USD /year
Salary is based on academic level and relevant experience. Local transportation subsidy will also be provided.
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 09, 2010 to Monday, May 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: AD-0999
0986-4/7
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Summer
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Agency Specific Requirements
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel. Duties include drafting regulations, legislative research, verifying citations and statutory references in CBO draft reports against original sources such as legal text, reports, Federal Reporter system, CFR, etc., making sure that they are correct and in compliance with source material and conducting basic research assignments.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Candidates should be working toward a juris doctorate degree. The ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and complete projects under tight deadlines is required. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and learn to perform requested legal and factual research using both electronic (LEXIS/NEXIS) and manual library searches. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. The position also requires a person who can work independently and as a part of a team. Training or experience in legislative affairs is desired, but not required
One advantage that CBO has over other federal agencies is that we are permitted to hire non-citizens who are permanent residents of the U.S.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Documents submitted through the CBO online application will be reviewed and only those whose experience and education is most closely aligned to the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview. The position will be removed from the CBO Web site and register as Unavailable in the Job Status page of your online application when filled.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
OTHER INFORMATION:
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
CBO does not have closing dates for positions. The position will remain open until filled. Closing dates listed in USAJobs are discretionary to keep the posting active until we fill the position.
Candidates should apply online at http://www.cbo.gov/employment/jobs.cfm.
For the most accurate information on this job, including how to apply, see the job description at www.cbo.gov/employment/jobs.cfm. CBO jobs do not have closing dates and are open until filled.
CBO requires a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for a summer internship, resume, unofficial copy of transcripts (1st year graduate students must also provide an unofficial undergraduate transcript), and contact information for an employment and academic reference.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Nancy Fahey
Phone: (202) 226-2628
Email: jobs@cbo.gov Agency Information:
Congressional Budget Office - Legislative Branch
CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE
2ND AND D STREETS, S.W.
WASHINGTON, DC 20515
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Applicants will receive an e-mail indicating confirmation of receipt of application materials. They can check the status of this job by logging into their online application and checking the Job Status page. If the job displays as 'Unavailable', it has been filled; if it displays as 'Available', CBO may be in any step of the recruitment process. Resumes will be held for review in connection with job opportunities that become available for six months from the date of their application. Applicants will be contacted further only if we require additional information or wish to schedule an interview.
Agency: Congressional Budget Office
Job Announcement Number: 10-26
SALARY RANGE: 13.00 - 25.00 USD /year
Salary is based on academic level and relevant experience. Local transportation subsidy will also be provided.
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 09, 2010 to Monday, May 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: AD-0999
0986-4/7
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Summer
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from US Citizens and Non-Citizens as allowed by appropriations and statute.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress. The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Agency Specific Requirements
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
The Office of General Counsel seeks an intern with a strong work ethic to assist in a variety of legal support services. The successful candidate will report to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel. Duties include drafting regulations, legislative research, verifying citations and statutory references in CBO draft reports against original sources such as legal text, reports, Federal Reporter system, CFR, etc., making sure that they are correct and in compliance with source material and conducting basic research assignments.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Candidates should be working toward a juris doctorate degree. The ability to handle multiple simultaneous tasks and complete projects under tight deadlines is required. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills and learn to perform requested legal and factual research using both electronic (LEXIS/NEXIS) and manual library searches. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. The position also requires a person who can work independently and as a part of a team. Training or experience in legislative affairs is desired, but not required
One advantage that CBO has over other federal agencies is that we are permitted to hire non-citizens who are permanent residents of the U.S.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Documents submitted through the CBO online application will be reviewed and only those whose experience and education is most closely aligned to the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview. The position will be removed from the CBO Web site and register as Unavailable in the Job Status page of your online application when filled.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
OTHER INFORMATION:
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
CBO does not have closing dates for positions. The position will remain open until filled. Closing dates listed in USAJobs are discretionary to keep the posting active until we fill the position.
Candidates should apply online at http://www.cbo.gov/employment/jobs.cfm.
For the most accurate information on this job, including how to apply, see the job description at www.cbo.gov/employment/jobs.cfm. CBO jobs do not have closing dates and are open until filled.
CBO requires a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for a summer internship, resume, unofficial copy of transcripts (1st year graduate students must also provide an unofficial undergraduate transcript), and contact information for an employment and academic reference.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Nancy Fahey
Phone: (202) 226-2628
Email: jobs@cbo.gov Agency Information:
Congressional Budget Office - Legislative Branch
CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE
2ND AND D STREETS, S.W.
WASHINGTON, DC 20515
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Applicants will receive an e-mail indicating confirmation of receipt of application materials. They can check the status of this job by logging into their online application and checking the Job Status page. If the job displays as 'Unavailable', it has been filled; if it displays as 'Available', CBO may be in any step of the recruitment process. Resumes will be held for review in connection with job opportunities that become available for six months from the date of their application. Applicants will be contacted further only if we require additional information or wish to schedule an interview.
Job Title: OFFICE AUTOMATION CLERK (SUMMER STUDENT HIRE)
Job Title: OFFICE AUTOMATION CLERK (SUMMER STUDENT HIRE)
Department: Department Of The Navy
Agency: Navy, US Marine Corps
Job Announcement Number: EA0-0326-05-MJ00004-SH
SALARY RANGE: 17,803.00 - 35,657.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 01, 2010 to Wednesday, May 19, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0326-01/05
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Temporary position not to exceed 30Sep2010
DUTY LOCATIONS: Multiple duty locations - click here for more info
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: current students. ELIGIBLE STUDENTS (Students who are at least 16 years of age, pursuing any of the following education programs: High School Diploma or General Equivalence Diploma (GED), Vocational/Technical certificate, Associate, Baccalaureate, Graduate or Professional Degree. Students may be currently enrolled, or have been accepted for the Fall Semester 2010, on at least a half-time basis (6 semester hours/ 9 quarter hours).
JOB SUMMARY:
No Limits. No Bounds. Discover a civilian career with the U. S. Department of the Navy that is filled with possibilities and be a part of something that makes a difference for you, the country, and the world. We encourage you to apply online...It's easy, fast and convenient! Review the announcement carefully for detailed information and begin to manage your future today!
Do you enjoy working with a variety of office automation programs? In this occupation you perform a variety of duties concerned with office automation work, including word processing and other clerical responsibilities.
1st Cut-Off Date: 03/16/2010 Assessment of resumes for this job opportunity announcement will begin after the 1st Cut-Off Date.
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Additional Duty Location Info:
Few vacancies - Hampton, VA; Few vacancies - Newport News, VA; Few vacancies - Norfolk, VA; Few vacancies - Portsmouth, VA; Few vacancies - Alexandria, Arlington & Falls Church, VA; Few vacancies - Cherry Point, NC; Few vacancies - Jacksonville, NC; Few vacancies - Chesapeake, VA; Few vacancies - Washington, DC; Few vacancies - Kansas City Metro area, MO; Few vacancies - Throughout West Virginia; Few vacancies - Throughout Virginia; Few vacancies - Virginia Beach, VA; Few vacancies - Northern Virginia, VA
Do you enjoy working with a variety of office automation programs? In this occupation you perform a variety of duties concerned with office automation work, including word processing and other clerical responsibilities. To be successful, knowledge of general office automation software, proficiency in typing, and the ability to apply this knowledge and skill to work processes is essential. Log on to this exciting opportunity-apply now.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position, your resume must show sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.
Additional qualification information should be obtained from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/index.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience related education as reflected in their resume. Candidates are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position, the technical skill to successfully perform the duties of the position, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
OTHER INFORMATION:
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Vacancies filled from announcements covering multiple grade levels may be filled at any grade level listed.
This position may be terminated at any time before the established not-to-exceed date.
Adjusted salary is based upon location and equivalent locality payment.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Applications that are mailed, faxed, emailed or hand-delivered must be received in the appropriate office and processed before the 1st cut-off date indicated on the job announcement. These applications will be given first consideration for the position(s) over those applications received and processed on or after the 1st cut-off date.
Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with.
Submit a narrative statement responding to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) identified in the announcement. This information will be used to determine your eligibility and/or rating and is required.
To apply for this announcement online:
Go to our employment web site at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/.
Log in or, if you don't already have an account, create one.
Search for this announcement using the following announcement number: EA0-0326-05-MJ00004-SH
Open the announcement and click on the 'Apply Now' button.
The easiest and quickest job application method is to follow the above steps. If you are unable to apply online using the above steps, please follow the Hardcopy Resume instruction.
At this time we do not accept applications completed on the OPM resume builder.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Resume Intake & Employment Information Center
Phone: 1-800-378-4559
TDD: (619)615-5649 Agency Information:
If you are unable to apply online
using the How to Apply steps,
please follow the hardcopy instructions
at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/info/Job%20Kit.pdf, ***** *****
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
To check your resume status, log on to our employment web site at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/.
Department: Department Of The Navy
Agency: Navy, US Marine Corps
Job Announcement Number: EA0-0326-05-MJ00004-SH
SALARY RANGE: 17,803.00 - 35,657.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 01, 2010 to Wednesday, May 19, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0326-01/05
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time Temporary position not to exceed 30Sep2010
DUTY LOCATIONS: Multiple duty locations - click here for more info
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: current students. ELIGIBLE STUDENTS (Students who are at least 16 years of age, pursuing any of the following education programs: High School Diploma or General Equivalence Diploma (GED), Vocational/Technical certificate, Associate, Baccalaureate, Graduate or Professional Degree. Students may be currently enrolled, or have been accepted for the Fall Semester 2010, on at least a half-time basis (6 semester hours/ 9 quarter hours).
JOB SUMMARY:
No Limits. No Bounds. Discover a civilian career with the U. S. Department of the Navy that is filled with possibilities and be a part of something that makes a difference for you, the country, and the world. We encourage you to apply online...It's easy, fast and convenient! Review the announcement carefully for detailed information and begin to manage your future today!
Do you enjoy working with a variety of office automation programs? In this occupation you perform a variety of duties concerned with office automation work, including word processing and other clerical responsibilities.
1st Cut-Off Date: 03/16/2010 Assessment of resumes for this job opportunity announcement will begin after the 1st Cut-Off Date.
Back to top Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
Few vacancies - Hampton, VA; Few vacancies - Newport News, VA; Few vacancies - Norfolk, VA; Few vacancies - Portsmouth, VA; Few vacancies - Alexandria, Arlington & Falls Church, VA; Few vacancies - Cherry Point, NC; Few vacancies - Jacksonville, NC; Few vacancies - Chesapeake, VA; Few vacancies - Washington, DC; Few vacancies - Kansas City Metro area, MO; Few vacancies - Throughout West Virginia; Few vacancies - Throughout Virginia; Few vacancies - Virginia Beach, VA; Few vacancies - Northern Virginia, VA
Do you enjoy working with a variety of office automation programs? In this occupation you perform a variety of duties concerned with office automation work, including word processing and other clerical responsibilities. To be successful, knowledge of general office automation software, proficiency in typing, and the ability to apply this knowledge and skill to work processes is essential. Log on to this exciting opportunity-apply now.
Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position, your resume must show sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.
Additional qualification information should be obtained from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/index.asp.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Eligible applicants will be evaluated based on a comparison of the position requirements against the quality and extent of the experience related education as reflected in their resume. Candidates are encouraged to ensure work experiences clearly show possession of knowledge of the subject matter pertinent to the position, the technical skill to successfully perform the duties of the position, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Back to top Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
OTHER INFORMATION:
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
Vacancies filled from announcements covering multiple grade levels may be filled at any grade level listed.
This position may be terminated at any time before the established not-to-exceed date.
Adjusted salary is based upon location and equivalent locality payment.
Back to top How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications that are mailed, faxed, emailed or hand-delivered must be received in the appropriate office and processed before the 1st cut-off date indicated on the job announcement. These applications will be given first consideration for the position(s) over those applications received and processed on or after the 1st cut-off date.
Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with.
Submit a narrative statement responding to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) identified in the announcement. This information will be used to determine your eligibility and/or rating and is required.
To apply for this announcement online:
Go to our employment web site at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/.
Log in or, if you don't already have an account, create one.
Search for this announcement using the following announcement number: EA0-0326-05-MJ00004-SH
Open the announcement and click on the 'Apply Now' button.
The easiest and quickest job application method is to follow the above steps. If you are unable to apply online using the above steps, please follow the Hardcopy Resume instruction.
At this time we do not accept applications completed on the OPM resume builder.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Resume Intake & Employment Information Center
Phone: 1-800-378-4559
TDD: (619)615-5649 Agency Information:
If you are unable to apply online
using the How to Apply steps,
please follow the hardcopy instructions
at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/info/Job%20Kit.pdf, ***** *****
US
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
To check your resume status, log on to our employment web site at https://chart.donhr.navy.mil/.
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