This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/638070800. 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 Department of Commerce, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Office of Internet Connectivity and Growth (OICG) The incumbent will manage grants and coordinate with broadband stakeholders and partners, including state, local, and community leaders, as well as internal NTIA and DOC offices to achieve U.S. broadband equity, access, and deployment goals.
This is a Term Appointment, initial appointment is not to exceed 4 years.
02/17/2022 to 03/21/2022
$106,823 - $164,102 per year
GS 13 - 14
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - 5% Travel
No
Term
Full-Time
Competitive
14
No
No
DOC-NTIA-2022-0078
638070800
GS-13:
GS-14:
Additional Conditions of Employment
Education not applicable
We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Commerce requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet these standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for Tier clearance as a condition of placement in this Non-Sensitive/Moderate Risk position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support, and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Work Location: The physical worksite for this position is located in Washington, DC or negotiable lcoation. However, the National Telecommunications
and Information Administration (NTIA) is currently under a mandatory telework posture due to the COVID-19 pandemic, therefore, this position is currently under a 100% telework schedule. The position’s telework schedule will likely change in the future when NTIA moves away from its mandatory telework posture. At this time, the incumbent will be expected to report to the physical work site in accordance with the updated status requirements of their supervisor. The nature and scope of future telework opportunities will be subject to the unit’s telework policy, any applicable bargaining unit agreements, and supervisory approval. Payment of relocation expenses, as applicable, will be paid in accordance with this Job Opportunity Announcement. Non-compliance with the supervisor’s telework-schedule requirement could result in adverse action, including separation.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the Competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), 2) will be eligible if it is determined that you have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a rating of 85 out 100, and 3) Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for this position. See Workforce Restructuring .
Salary: The salary range indicated in this announcement will be adjusted to include locality payment for selected duty location. General Schedule locality pay tables are found under Salaries & Wages.
Promotion Potential: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Best qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing a detailed description of your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates with the month and year and hours worked per week (if less than 40) for each paid and non-paid work experience job title listed. FOR WORK IN THE FEDERAL SERVICE, INCLUDE THE GRADE LEVEL FOR THE POSITION(S).
2. Other supporting documents (only submit if applicable to you):
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application. The application process is as follows:
To apply online, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website. To begin, click Apply and follow the prompts to log into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. After logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Submit, you are automatically redirected to the Department of Commerce specific site where you will complete your application. You must click Submit at the end of the application process to send your application for consideration.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click Applications. Click on the position title and select Update Application.
If you have problems completing your online application, including problems submitting your supporting documents, please contact the Talent Acquisition Services Contact Center by email at careersatcommerce@doc.gov, or by phone at 833-974-4171. The Contact Center is available Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM ET to 8:00 PM ET.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online; however, if you are unable to apply online, please contact Gibril Kargbo at gkargbo@doc.gov.
Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the Department of Commerce mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for Federal jobs. Click on the links to determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation.
Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for Department of Commerce to share your application with others in the Department for similar positions.
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
You will be notified of your application status at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by access the USAJOBS website and clicking Applications. Your status will be visible next to the corresponding position.
The four points of notification are:
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/638070800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), located within the Department of Commerce, is the Executive Branch agency that is principally responsible by law for advising the President on telecommunications and information policy issues. NTIA’s programs and policymaking focus largely on expanding broadband Internet access and adoption in America, expanding the use of spectrum by all users, and ensuring that the Internet remains an engine for continued innovation and economic growth. These goals are critical to America’s competitiveness in the 21st century global economy and to addressing many of the nation’s most pressing needs, such as improving education, health care, and public safety.