This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/465184400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
SOCIAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE, GS-0187-6/7/8,
#3000007A, DOI-Bureau of Indian Affairs,
Great Plains Region, Pine Ridge Agency,
Deputy Superintendent-Indian Services,
Branch of Social Services,
Pine Ridge, South Dakota
GS-6: $36,611 - $47,598 Per Annum
GS-7: $40,684 - $52,893 Per Annum
GS-8: $45,056 - $58,570 Per Annum
(First time hires to the Federal Government normally start at the lower salary range of the grade level).
INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). Verification of Form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Indian Preference eligibles that are not currently employed with the Federal service will be appointed under the Excepted Service Appointment Authority Schedule A, 213.3112(A)(7).
VETERANS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ACT (VEOA): Preference eligibles may apply for permanent positions (career or career-conditional appointments) under merit promotion procedures for VEOA appointments; however, veterans preference is not a factor in these appointments. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be a preference eligible OR veteran separated after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Applicants must submit a copy of their DD-214 for verification of eligibility. For more information, click here: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/shav/index.aspx#veoa
FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Former Federal Employees are required to indicate whether they received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) buyout in their previous employment with the Federal government, and are required to submit a copy of the applicable Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) regarding the VSIP. The majority of individuals, who accept reemployment with the Federal government within 5 years of receiving the VSIP amount, must repay the gross amount of the separation pay prior to reemployment.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 90 days from the closing date.
Learn more about this agency03/03/2017 to 03/24/2017
$36,611 - $58,570 per year
GS 06 - 08
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Occasional travel to attend meetings, tranings and/or field work
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
08
No
AB-17-59
465184400
NOTE: If the position is filled at a lower grade level, subsequent promotion to the next grade level will be processed without further competition under the Merit Promotion Program at such time as performance and qualification requirements are met and classification review discloses the duties being performed properly warrant classification to the next higher grade level.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
· Provide casework services to assist with problems resulting from broken homes, disorganized family life, or emotional problems.
· Discuss family problems with clients analyzing factors contributing to family problems and independently develops a casework plan aimed at motivating persons toward the full use of available resources, the attainment of self-confidence, and self-sufficiency.
· Administer general assistance in an assigned area.
· Interviews, review resources, determine eligibility, and sets up financial plans for applicants qualifying for general assistance.
· Certifies clients to the Tribal Work Experience Program and provides counseling services to these clients when they seek such services or when notified that client is experiencing difficulty working under the program.
· Conduct office interviews and makes home visits reviewing the resources and to assess the social environment of the home to determine continued eligibility for general assistance.
· Conduct on-site visits at assigned areas (communities) to provide general assistance in remote areas.
· Initiates or cooperates in joint planning services to families and children with Tribal, State, Federal, and other local agencies.
· Initiates and/or cooperates with other agency branches and public welfare agencies in helping clients take advantage of local, state, and federal social services programs.
SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: 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.
It is the policy of the Government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. Information about an individual's employment experience will be used only to determine the person's qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Although an individual's personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination. For more information please refer to the following link: Government Wide Guidance - Fair Employment Opportunities to Applicants
DECLARATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT: You will be required to submit a signed and completed OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment Form, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check for Federal employment. Applications that are received without a completed and signed OF-306 will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration.
OTHER: Incumbent is required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Incumbent must have a safe driving record within the three-year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607 and be able to meet the safe driving requirements of the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
The Bureau of Indian Affairs has determined that the duties of this position are not suitable for telework under any circumstances.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Individual Occupational Requirements for GS-0187: Social Service Series).
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITIONS ABOVE GS-5 GRADE LEVEL:
GS-8: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service in a program of direct social welfare services that required the application of program policy and operations knowledge in providing social welfare services and/or assisting social workers.
GS-7: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 grade level in the Federal service in a program of direct social welfare services that required the application of program policy and operations knowledge in providing social welfare services and/or assisting social workers OR 1 full academic year of graduate education in social sciences (18 semester hours, 27 quarter hours or equivalent).
GS-6: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level in the Federal service in a program of direct social welfare services that required the application of program policy and operations knowledge in providing social welfare services and/or assisting social workers.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience is experience in a program of direct Social Welfare Services that required the application of program policy and operations knowledge in providing social welfare services and/or assisting social workers. Examples of specialized experience may include familiarity with standard case management principles and procedures, and understanding of importance of the social service process with American Indians and Tribes to create a social environment in their communities that emphasizes safety and well-being for all children and adults, promote family stability, and value an individual's independence while providing protection and financial assistance and/or social services to those who must remain dependent. The examples above are not all inclusive (refer to the summary of duties for specialized experience).
FOREIGN EDUCATION: 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.
Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.
For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Dept of Ed.
CTAP & ICTAP APPLICANTS: Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) participants who are well qualified may apply for this position. To be eligible for consideration under CTAP, an applicant must provide written notification that they will be losing their current federal position. To be eligible for consideration under ICTAP, an applicant must provide proof that they have lost their federal position within the last year. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For more information regarding CTAP & ICTAP, please visit http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp
NOTICE TO MALE APPLICANTS: Section 1622 of the Defense Authorization Act of 1986, prohibits any male born after December 31, 1959, from being appointed to a position in an executive agency if he has knowingly and willfully failed to register with the Selective Service System. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, will be required to complete a certification document to confirm their Selective Service registration status, if selected for appointment.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
As part of the application process, you are required to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
We will compare your resume and supporting documentation to your responses on the assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities.
Resume showing relevant experience and education.
- Work experience, must include the following:
- Education
- References - List three people who are not related to you and are not current or previous supervisors.
NOTE: Persons submitting incomplete applications will be given credit only for the information they provide. The applicant is responsible for submitting all required documentation in support of their application in order to receive full credit for their Indian preference, veteran preference, experience, training, and/or education. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FROM THIS OFFICE.
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.
To Apply Online:
We strongly encourage you to apply online. However, if you cannot apply online, you may FAX your assessment questionnaire, resume and supporting documents to (478) 757-3144 by following the steps below.
To Apply by Fax:
Combination Online/Fax:
Please note that it is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., questionnaire responses, resume, and any supporting documents) are complete and accurate.
All electronic submissions and/or faxes must be completed by Friday, March 24, 2017.
ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED ELECTRONICALLY OR BY FAX BEFORE 11:59PM EASTERN TIME, ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT. IF YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE IS INCOMPLETE OR REQUESTED REQUIRED FORMS ARE NOT COMPLETED PROPERLY, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. EXTENSIONS WILL NOT BE GRANTED, THEREFORE, IT IS THE APPLICANTS RESPONSIBILITY TO SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE.
NOTE: Submission of a resume alone is not a complete application. This position requires the submission of additional forms as described under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section. Failure to provide the required information and/or documentation may result in your application not being considered for employment.
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email notifying you that your submission was successful. After a review of your application is made, you will be notified regarding your rating and referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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/465184400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The Bureau of Indian Affairs is the lead agency for the United States in carrying on a government-to-government relationship with the tribal nations. A challenging and dynamic place to work, it enhances the quality of life, promotes economic opportunity, and carries out the responsibility to protect and improve the trust assets of American Indians, Indian tribes and Alaska Natives.
Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 1922777