Trade Policy Research Assistant (Mandarin)
SummaryThis position is located in the Office of the United States trade Representative; Interagency Center on Trade Implementation, Monitoring and Enforcement.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide research and administrative support.
The employee assists senior level staff in locating and assembling trade data and information in support of analytical work; and participates in meetings or conferences for developmental purposes.
This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The publicU.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
DutiesSelective Placement Factor:
This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak in Mandarin Chinese.
As a Trade Policy Research Assistant, GS-0303-09, your typical work assignments may include the following:
Researches, reviews, reconciles, abstracts, and develops a variety of trade information, in English and Mandarin, including:
economic data; provisions under existing trade legislation; administrative and other regulations related to trade policy; procedures and obligationsassociated with the positions, objectives, and goals for implementing trade policy of other offices, agencies, and departments in the trade policy interagency process.
Analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements relevant to the assigned area of trade.
Determines pertinent issues and collects relevant information and country specific data from a variety of sources.
Reviews information and applies standard analytical techniques to develop recommendations and proposals.
Assists the Director or higher graded staff member in compiling information to be used in Congressional testimony, responses to controlled correspondence, briefing materials, summary statements, negotiating text, and speeches, graphs, charts, tables, and reports for the senior USTR officials on major trade issues.
Conducts extensive research and compilation of data from diverse sources.
Extracts and assembles information, conducts analysis and develops reports or presentations.
Assists staff by managing and overseeing administrative duties including managing translation services, maintaining digital subscription access, supporting inter-office processes, receiving telephone calls and visitors, maintaining supervisor's calendar, arranging meetings, and making travel arrangements.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
citizen or national Selective Service registration is required if you are a male born after December 31, 1959.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Executive Office of the President will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.
dhs.
gov/E-Verify/.
May be required to successfully complete a one year probationary period.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
QualificationsSelective Placement Factor:
This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak in Mandarin Chinese.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position.
The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
You may qualify at the GS-09 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
At least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to or exceeding in levels of independence, responsibility, scale and variety of assignments to at least the GS-07 level or comparable pay band in the federal government or equivalent experience in the private sector performing work that provided:
1) Researching trade regulations or analyzing data for Chinese Affairs; AND 2) Conducting administrative functions for an office such as managing a calendar, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and/or preparing time and attendance.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.
g.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Additional information Notice:
More than one selection may be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if additional vacancies occur.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference plus the proof required by that form.
For more information on veterans' preference visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Veterans.
/>Active Duty Military Members MAY apply under this announcement due to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act.
You must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions along with your application for Federal employment.
A certification is a document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days from the date of application.
If selected, appointment eligibility requirements must be met prior to the effective date of appointment.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https:
//www.
sss.
gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.
aspx).
/>Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs:
These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed.
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
(1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
For more information visit:
http:
//www.
opm.
gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.
asp.
For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/ />Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement:
http:
//www.
eeoc.
gov/federal/index.
cfm />Employment Information Resources - Resource Center:
https:
//help.
usajobs.
gov/index.
php/Main_Page />If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement.
If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position.
Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating.
This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
:
Administration and Management, Communication (oral and written), and ResearchThe Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the rule of three but protects the rights of Veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each qualitycategory.
Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history, titles of positions held, series, grade, or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder.
If you choose to use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, then you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format) Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties for each job held, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) Your resume must show the series and grade or equivalent for all federal positions you have held (if a federal position).
2.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire3.
Other supporting documents to be submitted with application:
DD214:
Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable, a DD-214 Member 4 copy, which shows type of discharge.
If still active, provide an official Statement of Service.
Any other documentation such as VA letter documenting disability, SF-15, and any other required supporting documentation based your veterans' preference claim.
SF-50:
Federal applicants must submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion (if applying as a current or former Federal Employee) showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held.
Do not use Award actions.
If you are an EOP employee you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 from OPF or eOPF.
If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via:
National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; FAX (618) 935-3014; Email email protected ; or visit the https:
//www.
archives.
gov/personnel-records-center/new-nprc.
Peace Corps volunteers must submit a copy of your Description of Service (DOS) in lieu of the SF-50.
If you do not have one you should email the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer and PSC Financial Services at email protected .
If you are currently serving in a pay banded position, please include a copy of your pay band chart with your application.
College transcripts (if the position has a positive education requirement, or you are qualifying on the basis of education).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account(https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate.
Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12047470.
/>Agency contact information Client Services EOP - OAEmail email protected AddressOffice of the United State Trade Representative 725 17th Street Washington, DC 20503 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a security background investigation and drug screening.
If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate.
Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history, titles of positions held, series, grade, or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder.
If you choose to use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, then you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format) Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties for each job held, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) Your resume must show the series and grade or equivalent for all federal positions you have held (if a federal position).
2.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire3.
Other supporting documents to be submitted with application:
DD214:
Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable, a DD-214 Member 4 copy, which shows type of discharge.
If still active, provide an official Statement of Service.
Any other documentation such as VA letter documenting disability, SF-15, and any other required supporting documentation based your veterans' preference claim.
SF-50:
Federal applicants must submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion (if applying as a current or former Federal Employee) showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held.
Do not use Award actions.
If you are an EOP employee you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 from OPF or eOPF.
If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via:
National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; FAX (618) 935-3014; Email email protected ; or visit the https:
//www.
archives.
gov/personnel-records-center/new-nprc.
Peace Corps volunteers must submit a copy of your Description of Service (DOS) in lieu of the SF-50.
If you do not have one you should email the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer and PSC Financial Services at email protected .
If you are currently serving in a pay banded position, please include a copy of your pay band chart with your application.
College transcripts (if the position has a positive education requirement, or you are qualifying on the basis of education).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account(https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate.
Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12047470.
/>Agency contact information Client Services EOP - OAEmail email protected AddressOffice of the United State Trade Representative 725 17th Street Washington, DC 20503 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a security background investigation and drug screening.
If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate.
Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Recommended Skills Analytical Chemistry Wet Chemistry Organic Chemistry Mass Spectrometry Chemistry Spectrophotometry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide research and administrative support.
The employee assists senior level staff in locating and assembling trade data and information in support of analytical work; and participates in meetings or conferences for developmental purposes.
This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The publicU.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
DutiesSelective Placement Factor:
This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak in Mandarin Chinese.
As a Trade Policy Research Assistant, GS-0303-09, your typical work assignments may include the following:
Researches, reviews, reconciles, abstracts, and develops a variety of trade information, in English and Mandarin, including:
economic data; provisions under existing trade legislation; administrative and other regulations related to trade policy; procedures and obligationsassociated with the positions, objectives, and goals for implementing trade policy of other offices, agencies, and departments in the trade policy interagency process.
Analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements relevant to the assigned area of trade.
Determines pertinent issues and collects relevant information and country specific data from a variety of sources.
Reviews information and applies standard analytical techniques to develop recommendations and proposals.
Assists the Director or higher graded staff member in compiling information to be used in Congressional testimony, responses to controlled correspondence, briefing materials, summary statements, negotiating text, and speeches, graphs, charts, tables, and reports for the senior USTR officials on major trade issues.
Conducts extensive research and compilation of data from diverse sources.
Extracts and assembles information, conducts analysis and develops reports or presentations.
Assists staff by managing and overseeing administrative duties including managing translation services, maintaining digital subscription access, supporting inter-office processes, receiving telephone calls and visitors, maintaining supervisor's calendar, arranging meetings, and making travel arrangements.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
citizen or national Selective Service registration is required if you are a male born after December 31, 1959.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Executive Office of the President will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.
dhs.
gov/E-Verify/.
May be required to successfully complete a one year probationary period.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
QualificationsSelective Placement Factor:
This position requires the ability to read, write, and speak in Mandarin Chinese.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position.
The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.
ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
You may qualify at the GS-09 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
At least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to or exceeding in levels of independence, responsibility, scale and variety of assignments to at least the GS-07 level or comparable pay band in the federal government or equivalent experience in the private sector performing work that provided:
1) Researching trade regulations or analyzing data for Chinese Affairs; AND 2) Conducting administrative functions for an office such as managing a calendar, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and/or preparing time and attendance.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.
g.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Additional information Notice:
More than one selection may be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if additional vacancies occur.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference plus the proof required by that form.
For more information on veterans' preference visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Veterans.
/>Active Duty Military Members MAY apply under this announcement due to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act.
You must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions along with your application for Federal employment.
A certification is a document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days from the date of application.
If selected, appointment eligibility requirements must be met prior to the effective date of appointment.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https:
//www.
sss.
gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.
aspx).
/>Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs & Career Transition Assistance Programs:
These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed.
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
(1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
For more information visit:
http:
//www.
opm.
gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.
asp.
For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/ />Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement:
http:
//www.
eeoc.
gov/federal/index.
cfm />Employment Information Resources - Resource Center:
https:
//help.
usajobs.
gov/index.
php/Main_Page />If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement.
If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the responsibilities and specialized experience for this position.
Evidence of copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result in an ineligible rating.
This will prevent you from receiving further consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
:
Administration and Management, Communication (oral and written), and ResearchThe Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the rule of three but protects the rights of Veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each qualitycategory.
Veterans' preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history, titles of positions held, series, grade, or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder.
If you choose to use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, then you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format) Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties for each job held, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) Your resume must show the series and grade or equivalent for all federal positions you have held (if a federal position).
2.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire3.
Other supporting documents to be submitted with application:
DD214:
Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable, a DD-214 Member 4 copy, which shows type of discharge.
If still active, provide an official Statement of Service.
Any other documentation such as VA letter documenting disability, SF-15, and any other required supporting documentation based your veterans' preference claim.
SF-50:
Federal applicants must submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion (if applying as a current or former Federal Employee) showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held.
Do not use Award actions.
If you are an EOP employee you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 from OPF or eOPF.
If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via:
National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; FAX (618) 935-3014; Email email protected ; or visit the https:
//www.
archives.
gov/personnel-records-center/new-nprc.
Peace Corps volunteers must submit a copy of your Description of Service (DOS) in lieu of the SF-50.
If you do not have one you should email the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer and PSC Financial Services at email protected .
If you are currently serving in a pay banded position, please include a copy of your pay band chart with your application.
College transcripts (if the position has a positive education requirement, or you are qualifying on the basis of education).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account(https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate.
Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12047470.
/>Agency contact information Client Services EOP - OAEmail email protected AddressOffice of the United State Trade Representative 725 17th Street Washington, DC 20503 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a security background investigation and drug screening.
If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate.
Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history, titles of positions held, series, grade, or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder.
If you choose to use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose, then you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job title Name of employer Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format) Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties for each job held, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) Your resume must show the series and grade or equivalent for all federal positions you have held (if a federal position).
2.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire3.
Other supporting documents to be submitted with application:
DD214:
Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable, a DD-214 Member 4 copy, which shows type of discharge.
If still active, provide an official Statement of Service.
Any other documentation such as VA letter documenting disability, SF-15, and any other required supporting documentation based your veterans' preference claim.
SF-50:
Federal applicants must submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) that shows your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion (if applying as a current or former Federal Employee) showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade or promotion potential held.
Do not use Award actions.
If you are an EOP employee you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 from OPF or eOPF.
If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via:
National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; FAX (618) 935-3014; Email email protected ; or visit the https:
//www.
archives.
gov/personnel-records-center/new-nprc.
Peace Corps volunteers must submit a copy of your Description of Service (DOS) in lieu of the SF-50.
If you do not have one you should email the Peace Corps Office of Volunteer and PSC Financial Services at email protected .
If you are currently serving in a pay banded position, please include a copy of your pay band chart with your application.
College transcripts (if the position has a positive education requirement, or you are qualifying on the basis of education).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account(https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.
e.
, resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate.
Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12047470.
/>Agency contact information Client Services EOP - OAEmail email protected AddressOffice of the United State Trade Representative 725 17th Street Washington, DC 20503 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a security background investigation and drug screening.
If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate.
Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Recommended Skills Analytical Chemistry Wet Chemistry Organic Chemistry Mass Spectrometry Chemistry Spectrophotometry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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