This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/511246600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in the Office of Workforce Security within the Regional Office of the United States Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA), Region 3, Atlanta, GA.
This position is outside the bargaining unit.
Learn more about this agency09/18/2018 to 09/25/2018
$108,281 - $140,765 per year
GS 14
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - Travel time - 25% or less
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Competitive
14 - Position is at the full performance level
Yes
No
DE-18-ETA-REG3-011
511246600
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Open to ALL U.S. Citizens. ICTAP/ CTAP eligibles in the local commuting area. This vacancy is also being announced under MS-18-ETA-REG3-011. You must apply to both announcements to be considered for both.
Serves as advocate, spokesperson and focal point for ETA's Office of Workforce Security product line, providing comprehensive workforce development services and providing leadership and direction for ETA funded employment and training programs, including Unemployment Insurance, Employment Services, LMI, and One-Stop Career Centers.
Advises and provides program related information to the Regional Administrator (RA), Regional Director, National Program Administrator, and other ETA executive staff on strategic planning, policy, program operation and performance accountability for the development and administration of the office's contribution to a national workforce investment system.
Manages resources throughout the office in order to ensure high performance, greater accountability, and quality service and customer satisfaction. Promotes and supports a commitment to a team approach to work. Creates an environment which is conducive to associates thinking and resolving problems creatively. Provides information about program/system products and the impact on government and society.
Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.
Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-13, in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience 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.
Applicant must have specialized experience in:
There are no educational requirements for this position.
DOL seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
The Department of Labor does not make unfavorable hiring decisions on the basis of an applicant's previous or current unemployment, or the fact that an applicant has experienced financial difficulty through no fault of his/her own and has undertaken good faith efforts to meet his/her financial obligations. Consideration is given to financial status in relation to appointments only where required by law, regulation, or Executive Order.
Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Click here for Evaluation details. For Displaced Employees ONLY: if you meet the eligibility requirements for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles will be considered "well-qualified" if they attain at least a rating score of 85 in a numerical rating scheme. Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #23 and 26 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP/CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation.
Category A: Meets the specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates extensive experience and expert program knowledge of the unemployment insurance (UI) program and state UI operations.
Category B: Meets the specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates a significant level of experience working in the UI program in positions requiring specialized UI program knowledge.
Category C: Meets the specialized experience outlined in the announcement and demonstrates experience working in the UI program and applying specialized UI program knowledge to complete assignments or to provide technical assistance and guidance to others.
Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
1. Unemployment Insurance (UI) Program Knowledge – Demonstrates extensive expertise and experience working in the UI program; displays extensive knowledge of UI tax and benefit operations.
2. Communication – Articulates information effectively and clearly. Writes in a correct, succinct and organized manner. Strives to provide quality service.
3. Supervising/Mentoring– Demonstrates ability to act as a mentor/supervisor; motivates others to meet goals. Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit.
4. Problem Solving – Identifies problems and creates effective solutions. Applies innovative thinking and solutions to complex problems. Makes sound, well-informed decisions; perceives implications of decisions.
5. Self-Management – Sets well-defined and realistic goals; demonstrates initiative. Persuades others to accept recommendations or finds solutions
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). Your evaluation may also include a review by an HR Specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (ex. interview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc). The examining Human Resources Office (HRO) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responses. If not, the HRO may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. You are not required to submit a document if it does not apply to you. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
- Veterans Documents (if applicable): To be considered as a 5-point preference eligible, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD214. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. To claim 10-point preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214; an Application for 10-point Veteran's Preference, SF15; and the proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. (For active duty service members expecting honorable or general discharge or release within 120 days, click Active Duty). Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference. For more information, go to: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx
- Displaced Employee Placement Documents – Only required if requesting priority consideration under CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
- Cover Letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents must be received before the job closes – since this job has an application limit of 75, it will close at 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) ON THE DATE THIS LIMIT IS REACHED or ON THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE, whichever OCCURS FIRST. If the job closes on the date the limit is reached, applicants will no longer be able to edit their applications. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on www.usajobs.gov that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button . For questions about the vacancy, contact the Agency Contact noted at the bottom of the announcement. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”.
STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps noted at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 – On the “Review and Submit” step, click “Submit Application”
The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Close Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and refer candidates for selection consideration. Candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome. A selection is expected to be made within 30 calendar days from the issuance date of the certificate.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, go to Step 7 on: Using DOORS and USAJOBS Help Guide. To sign up for Application Status Updates via email: Click Here for instructions.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/511246600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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