The OIG offers potential for advancement, excellent benefits, and numerous training opportunities. We are located in 13 states throughout the U. S. Please visit our website at http://www.ig.energy.gov /.
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The OIG offers potential for advancement, excellent benefits, and numerous training opportunities. We are located in 13 states throughout the U. S. Please visit our website at http://www.ig.energy.gov /.
Current Federal employees with competitive status. •Former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility. •CTAP/ICTAP eligibles. •Veterans with VOW or VEOA eligibility. •Individual with Disabilities. •Those eligible under an OPM Interchange Agreement or Special Appointing Authority.
The incumbent will provide support to the HR Specialists through the use of HR information systems in the delivery of HR services. The incumbent will be responsible for the on-boarding of all newly hired employees; entering and extracting data from various HR information systems; reviewing, coding and processing personnel actions such as appointments, transfers, promotions, reassignments, separations, etc.; coordinating printing and graphic requirements for purposes of retirement, honorary, and other recognition-related plaques and certificates; assisting specialists with creating and posting vacancy announcements and answering applicant questions regarding the application and hiring process; scheduling and tracking drug tests for selectees and random drug testing of current employees; and the incumbent will also serve as the official custodian of the electronic Official Personnel Files (eOPFs) and will be responsible for records management for HR operations.
Successful completion of a background and security investigation required.
This is a drug testing designated position.
See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Time-in-grade restrictions must also be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants must have at least 52 weeks of service equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position.
Appointment to this position may be subject to successful completion of a 1-year probationary period.
Successful completion of a background and security investigation required.
Qualifications
At the GS-07, applicants must have one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level. Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to:
Entering and extracting data from various HR information databases.
Processing of newly hired employees, including advising employees of benefits and entitlements.
Processing multiple Personnel Actions such as appointments, reassignments, promotions, etc.
Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application.
1) Knowledge of the rules and regulations concerning employee benefits sufficient to provide advice and guidance to employees regarding employee benefits problems and issues.
2) Knowledge of HR regulations, principles, policies, and procedures.
3) Skill in applying various information technology applications.
4) Ability to communicate orally.
5) Ability to communicate in writing.
Education
There is no educational substitute for the GS-07 level. No transcripts required.
Additional information
The U. S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website.
If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section.
More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.
Some positions may require completion of a probationary period or a background investigation.
E-Verify: Federal law requires agencies to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. If you are selected, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS E-VERIFY system. Under the system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment.
Males must abide by Selective Service registration regulations. To learn more about this requirement, visit the Selective Service website's Who Must Register page.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Agency Benefits:
The Department of Energy offers comprehensive and competitive benefits. You may be eligible for some or all of the following:
Health, life, dental, vision, and long-term care insurance
Retirement program
Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
Flexible work schedules and telework
Training and education opportunities
Transit benefit
Flexible Spending Account
Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)
Health and wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program
Worklife4You Resource
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based upon the experience reflected in your resume and your responses to the online application questions. You will receive a numerical rating based on your responses to the online application questions. These responses must be substantiated by your online resume. Applicants who do not respond to the mandatory application questions will be rated ineligible for this position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Agency Benefits:
The Department of Energy offers comprehensive and competitive benefits. You may be eligible for some or all of the following:
Health, life, dental, vision, and long-term care insurance
Retirement program
Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
Flexible work schedules and telework
Training and education opportunities
Transit benefit
Flexible Spending Account
Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)
Health and wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program
Worklife4You Resource
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.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more.
ALL APPLICANTS:Resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the online questionnaire.
Current/former Federal employees:Most recent Standard Form 50 (SF). To properly verify status eligibility, your SF-50 must show series, grade, and position type occupied. If your most recent SF 50 is not your highest grade held or not in the competitive service, attach your previous SF 50 showing your highest grade/step held and/or your competitive status in block 34, along with your most recent SF 50.
Persons with Disabilities: Individuals with intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities may apply for appointment through the Schedule A hiring authority. Certified verification of a disability from a licensed medical professional; a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist; or any Federal, state, or District of Columbia agency or U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits will be required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applications for this announcement must be received online before 11:59 p. m. Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. If applying online poses a hardship, you must contact the Human Resources Office listed on the announcement prior to the closing date.
Department of Energy
Office of the Inspector General
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Rm 5A-240
Washington, District of Columbia 20585
United States
Next steps
Once the announcement closes, we will evaluate your qualifications
and determine your ranking. The best-qualified, or highest ranked,
candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further
consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your
application status via e-mail. *You may also check the status of
your application by accessing the USAJOBS online application system
at http://
www.usajobs.gov and enter your USAJOBS user ID and Password.
Then click on "Track Your Online Job Application."*
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more.
ALL APPLICANTS:Resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the online questionnaire.
Current/former Federal employees:Most recent Standard Form 50 (SF). To properly verify status eligibility, your SF-50 must show series, grade, and position type occupied. If your most recent SF 50 is not your highest grade held or not in the competitive service, attach your previous SF 50 showing your highest grade/step held and/or your competitive status in block 34, along with your most recent SF 50.
Persons with Disabilities: Individuals with intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities may apply for appointment through the Schedule A hiring authority. Certified verification of a disability from a licensed medical professional; a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist; or any Federal, state, or District of Columbia agency or U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits will be required.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applications for this announcement must be received online before 11:59 p. m. Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. If applying online poses a hardship, you must contact the Human Resources Office listed on the announcement prior to the closing date.
Department of Energy
Office of the Inspector General
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Rm 5A-240
Washington, District of Columbia 20585
United States
Next steps
Once the announcement closes, we will evaluate your qualifications
and determine your ranking. The best-qualified, or highest ranked,
candidates will be referred to the selecting official for further
consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your
application status via e-mail. *You may also check the status of
your application by accessing the USAJOBS online application system
at http://
www.usajobs.gov and enter your USAJOBS user ID and Password.
Then click on "Track Your Online Job Application."*
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
