This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/545659000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is part of the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Global Programs Office. The International Trade Specialist, a.k.a. Manager for Global Programs, assists the Director for Global Programs in promoting economic development in the assigned regions by funding feasibility studies, consultancies, training programs, and other project planning services in support of USTDA's global initiatives, in particular the Global Procurement Initiative (GPI).
Learn more about this agency09/16/2019 to 10/04/2019
$57,510 - $108,422 per year
GS 9 - 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
13
No
No
TDA-19-DE-10604003WO
545659000
To qualify based on education, submit a copy of your transcript or list of courses with credit hours, majors, and grade point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. You can receive credit for education received outside of the United States if you provide evidence that it is comparable to an accredited educational institution in the U.S. when you apply.
Education alone will not qualify for the GS-12 level.
Only education from institutions which are accredited or preaccredited/candidate for accreditation may be used to meet education requirements.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Telework Suitability:
The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act.
Stipulations of Employment:
Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and keep a Top security clearance. Appointment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
Work Schedule:
This position allows for a flexible work schedule.
Miscellaneous:
TDA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.
This position is being advertised concurrently with vacancy announcement TDA-19-MP-10604004WO using Merit Promotion procedures. If interested, refer to that announcement to determine if you meet merit promotion requirements and can apply to that announcement. NOTE: You must apply separately to each announcement in order to be considered under both.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.
If selection is made below the full performance level, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed.
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 Alternate Application: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment mm/yy and duties performed.
2. Other supporting documents:
To 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 to receive consideration.
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/545659000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) helps companies create U.S. jobs through the export of U.S. goods and services for priority development projects in emerging economies. USTDA links U.S. businesses to export opportunities by funding project planning activities, pilot projects, and reverse trade missions, while creating sustainable infrastructure and economic growth in partner countries.
In the 2015 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, USTDA was ranked the #1 Small Agency in the Employee Engagement Index. In addition, USTDA was the #1 Small Agency in the "New IQ Performance Index," which is made up of 20 questions related to the "Five Habits of Inclusion" - fair, open, cooperative, supportive and empowering workplace environments.