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 /.
Summary
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 employee with competitive status
•Former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility
•CTAP/ICTAP eligible
•Individuals with disabilities
•Veterans with VOW, VEOA or VRA eligibility
•Those eligible under an OPM interchange agreement or special appointing authority
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, which requires interpreting complex and technical concepts for the Deaf/and Hard of Hearing (HoH) employees in the Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Inspector General (OIG). The organizational location is in the Office of Audits and the geographic location is at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
As an interpreter for the DOE OIG, you will interpret for Deaf/HoH employees engaged in highly specialized meetings, all hands meetings, seminars or training programs that utilize technical terminology unique to specific fields, including but not limited to, auditing, information technology, engineering, accounting, finance, and legal. Additionally, the interpreter interprets, as necessary, for voice and video telephone calls placed by Deaf/HoH employees.
Level and diversity of interpreting requires the incumbent to keep abreast of current technological trends and government process systems and to conduct research on topics for which the interpreter needs to enhance familiarity.
Successful completion of a background and security investigation required.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
This is a drug testing designated position.
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.
This position requires a security clearance and is subject to drug testing. The selectee must test negative prior to being appointed to this position and will be subject to random testing thereafter. Failure to pass subsequent tests could result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal from the Federal service.
Qualifications
At the GS-11 level the applicant must have 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-09. Specialized experience includes experience in interpreting between English, American Sign Language, Pidgin Signed English, and Manually Coded English in order to interpret expressively and receptively difficult material in a variety of settings including small groups, individuals, and platforms.
The successful applicant for this position will possess the following KSAs/competencies:
(Applicants need not prepare written responses to these KSAs, unless asked in the online application.)
Knowledge of English, ASL, PSE, and MCE in order to interpret expressively and receptively difficult material in a variety of settings including small groups, individuals, and platforms.
The ability to display a mastery of consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in a variety of settings; keeping pace with normal conversation at conferences and meetings and interpret nuances, voice, inflection, idiosyncrasies, and mannerisms of participants to accurately convey the message.
Skill in comprehension of vocabulary, grammar, syntax, idioms, culturally-based expressions, and technical terms specific to auditing, finances, computer technology, information management, and legal proceedings. Obtain and maintain certification through NAD – RID.
Ability to immediately determine the most effective means of manual sign language communication as they pertain to individual Deaf/HoH person's needs.
Knowledge of the CPC developed by the NAD – RID, the national professional organization which sets interpreting standards and certifies interpreters in the United States.
Education
Applicants must submit an unofficial and/or official transcript or a list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Education completed in foreign colleges and universities may be used if the institution has been accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education.
Providing such evidence when applying is your responsibility.
Additional information
The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, parental status, or any other non-merit factors.
More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement.
Males must abide by Selective Service registration regulations. To learn more about this requirement, visit the Selective Service website's Who Must Register page.
If you are a veteran holding a 5- or 10-point preference status, or you have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions after 3 or more years of continuous active service, you may apply for this position under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA). If applying under this provision, a copy of your DD-214, SF-15 or proof of preference must be submitted by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide appropriate documentation may result in denial of requested veterans preference. Additional information on veterans preference is available at http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/veteranscenter/.
If you are a displaced or soon-to-be displaced Federal employee, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under CTAP/ICTAP for opportunities for which you are well-qualified at the same or lower grade level (not for promotion consideration). If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of the agency RIF notice or certificate of expected separation, your most recent performance appraisal, and your most recent SF-50 showing position, grade level and duty location. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified if they earn a minimum score of 85 (prior to the assignment of applicable veterans preference points). For more information on CTAP/ICTAP eligibility requirements, please visit http://www.opm.gov/ctap.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
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.
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.
Your application will be rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training described in your online resume/questionnaire as related to the duties of this position. If your resume is incomplete, or does not support the responses in your online questionnaire you may be rated ineligible, not qualified, or your score may be adjusted.
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.
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 pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete application prior to the closing time (regardless of when you started) the application system will not allow you to finish. Requests for extensions will not be granted, so please begin the application process allowing yourself enough time to finish before the deadline. Our application system displays a countdown timer in the top-left corner of the screen for your reference.
Steps to submit a complete application:
You must have a USAJOBS account and be logged in.
You must have a completed resume. (Please note that some DOE offices do not accept uploaded resumes and require that you have a completed resume within your USAJOBS profile using the Resume Builder).
Once you are logged in and all of your application materials ready, click the 'Apply Now' button.
You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided.
You will then be asked to upload additional supporting documentation, which may include (but is not limited to) SF 50, transcripts, portfolio samples, certifications, and verification of veteran status.
IMPORTANT: In the final step of the application process you will be shown a copy of your resume and all the information you entered during the application process. You must click the 'Finish' button at the bottom of this final page and receive confirmation that your application has been received. If you do not click 'Finish', your application will not be received.
If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. NEED HELP?
If you experience any difficulties with the application process (anything after you have clicked the Apply Now button), please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement between normal business hours.
If you are having trouble with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account profile issues, or Resume Builder help, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or e-mail USAJOBS3.0@opm.gov.
If you are experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply online please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement during normal business hours.
Department of Energy
Office of the Inspector General
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Rm 5A-540
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 pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete application prior to the closing time (regardless of when you started) the application system will not allow you to finish. Requests for extensions will not be granted, so please begin the application process allowing yourself enough time to finish before the deadline. Our application system displays a countdown timer in the top-left corner of the screen for your reference.
Steps to submit a complete application:
You must have a USAJOBS account and be logged in.
You must have a completed resume. (Please note that some DOE offices do not accept uploaded resumes and require that you have a completed resume within your USAJOBS profile using the Resume Builder).
Once you are logged in and all of your application materials ready, click the 'Apply Now' button.
You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided.
You will then be asked to upload additional supporting documentation, which may include (but is not limited to) SF 50, transcripts, portfolio samples, certifications, and verification of veteran status.
IMPORTANT: In the final step of the application process you will be shown a copy of your resume and all the information you entered during the application process. You must click the 'Finish' button at the bottom of this final page and receive confirmation that your application has been received. If you do not click 'Finish', your application will not be received.
If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. NEED HELP?
If you experience any difficulties with the application process (anything after you have clicked the Apply Now button), please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement between normal business hours.
If you are having trouble with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account profile issues, or Resume Builder help, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or e-mail USAJOBS3.0@opm.gov.
If you are experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply online please contact the HR Specialist listed on this announcement during normal business hours.
Department of Energy
Office of the Inspector General
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Rm 5A-540
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.
