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The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is seeking quality job applicants under special hiring authority provided under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to both help promote our funding opportunities and administer grants under ARPA. These ARPA positions are located in our Headquarters and Regional Offices or across their regions.
Learn more about this agency05/26/2022 to 06/27/2022
$126,233 - $164,102 per year
GS 14
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
Yes—May be considered
Temporary - Appointment being filled under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Hiring Authority - Schedule A Appointment - Temporary NTE 2 years.
Full-time
Excepted
14 - Position is has promotion potential to the GS-14 level.
No
No
EDA-HQ-2022-0039
656924000
All United States citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States.
Ensure definitions and context for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are clearly defined and integrated within EDA’s internal strategic learning practices and culture that folds into how the agency supports underserved communities.
Advise, revise and/or update the design and development of information and communications technologies to include, EDA’s website, social media pages, outreach campaigns, job descriptions and internal documents to ensure we use non-discriminatory language and ensure accessibility for peoples with disabilities.
Work closely with the EDA’s Communities of Practices and Stakeholders to maintain working knowledge of the evolving needs and concerns of diverse grantees and communities.
Collaborate with EDA’s Communities of Practices and Stakeholders to share resources and adopt best practices.
Ensure all programs and initiatives are implemented in a legally compliant manner, protecting EDA from unintended liability.
See "Qualifications section.
Qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualifications available on the OPM’s website located at: https//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
To qualify for the GS-14 grade level you must have one full year of specialized experience. You must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13. Specialized experience
Design policies that reinforce diversity in the workplace and organization’s program communication and delivery.
Ensure compliance with federal, state or country regulations on diversity and equity.
There is no educational requirements for this position.
Background Investigation: This position is designated as Non-sensitive/Low Risk and requires that a background investigation be conducted and favorably adjudicated in order to establish security eligibility.
Please note this position is being filled under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Employees will be hired under ARPA's Hiring Authority as a Schedule A employee under the Excepted Service for a period not-to-exceed two (2) years.
The salary is contingent upon the official duty location and will be determined based on individual selections.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.
Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.
Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
See "Qualifications section.
The competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:
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.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING RESUMES AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
All resumes and supporting documentation should be submitted to: EDACAREER@EDA.GOV and include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week. You must submit college transcripts, as applicable.
Please submit a detailed resume (federal government format) and cover letter to EDACareer@eda.gov. The subject line of the email should specify:
Administrative positions are located in EDA Headquarters, Washington, DC. For Administrative positions that are not listed below (i.e. human resources, policy, procurement, etc.), subject line of the email should read as: Administrative (enter respective function, i.e. policy).
How to write a federal resume: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/how-to-write-a-federal-resume
Once your application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility. You will only be contacted if you are found eligible and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the final selection(s).
Applying to this announcment certifies that you give permission for EDA to share your application with others in EDA for similar positions.
The Federal hiring process is setup 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/656924000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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The mission of the U.S. Department of Commerce is to help American businesses thrive, creating jobs here at home while being competitive abroad. Our programs touch the daily lives of the American people in many ways, with a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of trade, economic development, technology, entrepreneurship and business development, environmental stewardship, and statistical research and analysis.
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) leads the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the worldwide economy.
