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Training Specialist

Department of Defense
Office of Inspector General
Mission Support Team
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Summary

This position is located in the Department of Defense, Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG), Mission Support Team (MST), Human Capital Management (HCM), Training Education, Development Division (TEDD). The incumbent serves as a Training Specialist. The purpose of the position is to manage and develop training curriculum and/or programs for the training and education for OIG employee development.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
01/26/2024 to 02/05/2024
Salary
$117,962 to - $153,354 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Alexandria, VA
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel up to 10% for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
13
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
IG-24-12282038-MST-MP
Control number
772931100

Duties

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  • Implement training methodologies for developing adult learning courses (Andragogy), instructional systems, curriculum development, and educational program management.
  • Serve as the resident expert in the application of the ADDIE model to training design and development. Communicates and disseminates related training and agency information via written, oral, and visual media.
  • Performs program management activities related to planning and administering training and employee/career development training programs and initiatives.
  • Perform training program/course audit and assist senior leadership with the development of new or revised training/course materials, aids, devices, etc. Conducts training and program status briefings for all levels of management and employees.
  • Serves as subject matter expert collaborating in designing and developing training for the introduction of new training or revised training, procedures, techniques, or operational concepts into an instructional system.
  • Manages and utilizes the agency prescribed learning management system (LMS).
  • Develops, interprets, and analyzes data extracts and reports.
  • Assess learning outcomes, curricula, and training programs, using a variety of data, to include formative and summative assessments to inform instructional and programmatic decisions.
  • Designs and develops micro-learnings in support of training requirements, utilizing e-learning authoring tools (such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and integrating technology that supports a web-based learning environment.
  • Creates and deploys SCORM packaged training materials generated via e-authoring tools.
  • Identifies and procures outside training vendors and products and performs administrative tasks and activities in the facilitation activities of instructor led-training and classroom training.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Position has been designated as Non-Sensitive. Incumbent is required to maintain a Public Trust designation.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
  • You may be required to complete a financial disclosure (OGE-450).
  • The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.

Qualifications

Time in Grade: For entry at the GS-13 level, applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 in the federal service or equivalent or higher grade.

Specialized Experience:
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-12) or equivalent within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to 1. Design learning objectives, activities, and curriculum. 2. Develop the full spectrum of learning materials for the program/product/service. 3. Develop curriculum for an entire training program at a variety of levels (entry through executive levels) 4. Manage a wide array of other learning activities and programs delivered in-person, virtually, and asynchronously.

You must meet the minimum qualification requirements as stated in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-prof.asp.

Paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social) is qualifying. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.

Qualification and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants who have held a non-temporary General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must meet the time-in-grade restriction.

  • Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: If you are a Military Spouse Preference applicant, you must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. If determined best qualified, you will be placed at that full performance level of the position.
  • Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
  • Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
  • Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

Additional information

  • If you have not previously completed a probationary period with the Federal government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
  • This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the initial issue date of the referral list.
  • You may be required to complete a financial disclosure (OGE-450).
  • Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
  • PCS costs (moving expenses) WILL NOT be paid
  • Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives WILL NOT be authorized by the hiring official. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • For more information on veterans' preference click here.
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: Applicants must be well-qualified, which is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For more information on ICTAP, click here.
  • The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants.
  • Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the DOD Priority Placement Program.
  • Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates who currently occupy a formal training program position will be entitled to exercise their priority preference.
  • You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
  • PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.
  • Retired/Retiring Veterans: Please be aware that there is a 180-Day Restriction on Department of Defense (DoD) Employment of Military Retirees. A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a civilian position in the DoD within 180 days after retirement unless the agency requests and is granted a waiver; the position is authorized special pay under 5 U.S.C. 3505; or a state of national emergency exists.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.

The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

All qualified candidates will be evaluated on the following competencies:

  • Demonstrated detailed knowledge of functional processes of IG investigations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design and delivery methodology and techniques.
  • Education and Training
  • Education and Training Technology
  • Experience performing work in an Office of Inspector General (OIG).
  • Experience teaching or instructing adult learning.
  • Instructional Design
  • Learning and Program Evaluation
  • Training and Education Analysis
  • Written and Verbal Communication


You can preview the Assessment Questionnaire here:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12282038

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