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Administratively Determined, Term-Appointed Position (The initial term of appointment is one year and is renewable at the Commission's option. The position is not covered by provisions of 5 USC that apply to Executive Branch employees regarding appointment, termination, competitive service selection, and pay related rules and regulations.)
Please note: The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission is a Legislative Branch entity and only uses Pay Plan/Series/Grade information as a point of reference.
The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (the Commission) was created by the United States Congress in October 2000 with the legislative mandate to monitor, investigate, and submit to Congress an annual report on the national security implications of the bilateral trade and economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China, and to provide recommendations, where appropriate, to Congress for legislative and administrative action.
In accordance with its mandate, the Commission focuses its work and study on the following eleven areas: proliferation practices, economic transfers, energy and natural resources, foreign investment, military and security affairs, cyber activities, economic conditions, foreign affairs, compliance and enforcement, freedom of information, and product safety.
You can review the Commission's mandate in detail at http://www.uscc.gov/about/uscc-charter.
Note on Salary: Commensurate with Experience (Salary level will be competitive and determined in light of education, position-related experience, and professional accomplishments).
08/07/2017 to 09/04/2017
$45,000 - $85,000 per year
GS 7 - 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent - Term, Renewable
Full-Time
11
No
002-2017-PAET
475911300
Respond to direction from and coordinating with the Supervisory Senior Policy Analyst for Economic and Trade Issues, or other senior Commission staff as directed by the Executive Director. The work requires the ability to:
HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(Not required, but may be considered in the selection process)
The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission is an EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or age.
The Commission will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law as described in 5 USC 3328. If you misrepresent your experience or education, or provide false or fraudulent information, it may be grounds for not hiring you or dismissing you after you start. Making false or fraudulent statements can be punishable by fine or imprisonment.
As federal government employees, Commission employees are eligible to participate in federal employee benefits programs, to include: health insurance (multiple carriers & multiple options); life insurance (FEGLI-multiple options); retirement (FERS or CSRS if applicable); and the Thrift Savings Program (TSP-multiple options), the federal government's tax-deferred savings program. Employees accrue and may use annual and sick leave in accord with Commission policies and procedures.
This employment opportunity is also posted on the Commission website at: http://www.uscc.gov/about/job-opportunities.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Commission will conduct internal evaluation based on applicants' qualifications, relevant experience, and writing sample. The Executive Director and appropriate staff will interview the top candidates. The Chairman and/or Vice Chairman will interview the final candidates. The final hiring decision will be made by the Executive Director.
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 a complete application package containing all of the below required documents in one PDF file via e-mail to Opportunities@uscc.gov. Incomplete application packages or information not received by midnight Eastern Time on the closing date will not be considered.
1. Cover letter, to include:
After submitting your application package you will receive an e-mail confirming receipt of your application materials. Please note this e-mail confirmation is not automated and may take 2-3 days to receive. You will be contacted via e-mail if we wish to schedule an interview or require additional information. Applicants who interview may be required to take a writing test for further consideration. Applicants may inquire about the status of their application by sending an e-mail to Opportunities@uscc.gov. The selectee for the position will be required to obtain and hold a Federal security clearance at the Top Secret/SCI level.
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/475911300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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