This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/480904700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Construction Analysts (Loss Verifiers)
Needed Immediately
By applying for this position with SBA's Office of Disaster Assistance, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
You will serve as a Construction Analyst for the Small Business Administration (SBA), Office of Disaster Assistance (ODA), Damage Verification Center - DVC in Herndon, Virginia. This position provides fully qualified and trained SBA Construction Analysts who respond to disaster emergencies, often with 48 hours or less, throughout the United States and its territories. Territories include, but are not limited to: American Samoa, Guam, Marina Islands and Federated States of Micronesia. You will conduct on-site damage assessments to personal, real and business property that resulted from a declared disaster by the President or SBA. You will determine the extent of the damage, estimate the cost of repairs or replacement of damaged properties, and work primarily in disaster affected areas.
Note: Salaries are shown at the base rate and locality pay will be added based on the duty station.
10/02/2017 to 01/19/2018
$35,359 - $52,329 per year
GS 7 - 11
76% or greater - You may be required to travel to a disaster site during increased disaster activity for extended periods with little or no advance notice. If so you may encounter hazardous working and/or living conditions; i.e., no water or electricity and/or minimal lodging facilities. Travel expenses and per diem will be paid based on SBA policy and Federal regulations.
No
Permanent - Excepted Service - Temporary NTE 6 months, but may be extended.
Full-Time
11
No
DVC-HH-01-2017
480904700
As a Construction Analyst, some of your typical work assignments may include.
Mandatory Overtime is Required: In order to respond quickly and efficiently to disaster victims, substantial compensated hours up to seven days a week and twelve to fourteen hours a day may be required.
Education may be used as a substitute for experience. Education and work experience may also be combined to qualify.
Qualifying education includes: One year of graduate education for GS 7, a Master's degree for GS-9, or Ph.D. for GS-11 (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university in a related field.
Benefits include: Health Insurance, Annual Leave, and Sick Leave.
A Security Clearance is not required; however, you will be subject to a background check, and you must have a credit score of at least 500.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Specialized Experience and/or Formal Education specifically related to the occupation.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Resume: Provide a detailed description of your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates with the month and year and hours worked per week (if less than 40) for each paid and non-paid work experience job title listed. To view a sample of a resume and what should be included please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/. Failure to provide the required information may result in an ineligible rating.
Transcripts: Provide a copy of transcripts if you are qualifying based on your education. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
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.
Submit Resume, and transcripts if applicable, to ODAHIREME@SBA.GOV
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the Office of Disaster Personnel (ODP), if selected.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Resume: Provide a detailed description of your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates with the month and year and hours worked per week (if less than 40) for each paid and non-paid work experience job title listed. To view a sample of a resume and what should be included please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/. Failure to provide the required information may result in an ineligible rating.
Transcripts: Provide a copy of transcripts if you are qualifying based on your education. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
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.
Submit Resume, and transcripts if applicable, to ODAHIREME@SBA.GOV
Qualified applicants will be contacted by the Office of Disaster Personnel (ODP), if selected.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/480904700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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