This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/611700300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This announcement has been amended.
This position is located in the Executive Office of the President, U.S. Trade Representative within various offices. The incumbent works under the direction of the Assistant U.S. Trade Representative to carry out administrative support for the agency mission.
This is a temporary student trainee position not to exceed 90 days. This appointment may be extended.
08/23/2021 to 08/28/2021
$39,684 - $51,592 per year
GS 5
14 vacancies in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Temporary - Not-to-Exceed 90 days
Part-time
Excepted
None
No
Yes
USTR-21-11211908-PW-CA
611700300
Current students enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking student on a full or half time basis at an accredited academic institution.
As a STUDENT TRAINEE (ADMIN SUPPORT), GS-0399-05, your typical work assignments may include the following:
To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. You must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services at the time of application. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
**Notice: More than one selection may be made within 90 days of the issuance of the certificate, if additional vacancies occur.**
Student trainee assignments will be in the following offices: Africa, Agriculture, Europe & Middle East, Front Office, General Counsel, ICTIME, Intergovernmental Affairs, Public Affairs, Public Engagement, Southeast Asia and Pacific - SEAP and Western Hemisphere.
As a Student Trainee, the following applies:
You must continue to meet these eligibility requirements throughout the duration of your appointment under the Pathways Program.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements for the position by the closing date of the announcement.
You are required to show proof of enrollment in a qualified degree/diploma program by the closing of this announcement.
Failure to provide adequate scholastic documentation within the specified time frame will disqualify you from further consideration.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements.
Student Trainees and their supervisors must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement which outlines expectations for the student program prior to entrance on duty.
Student Trainees appointed for less than 90 days in duration are generally not eligible for benefits.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm
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If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.
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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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
When the application process is complete, we will review your resume and supporting documents to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies:
Education and Training
The Category Rating process gives Veterans' preference eligible who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent to be listed in the highest quality category.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
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.
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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your résumé showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed
2. Other supporting documents:
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
When the application process is complete, you will receive a confirmation notification by email and your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements for which you requested consideration. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements. After the qualification determinations are complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Only Best Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews. Once the selection is made, a tentative job offer will be sent to the selectee. A security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted at that time. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate. Application statuses will be updated once a formal job offer has been extended.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your résumé showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed
2. Other supporting documents:
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
When the application process is complete, you will receive a confirmation notification by email and your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements for which you requested consideration. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements. After the qualification determinations are complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Only Best Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews. Once the selection is made, a tentative job offer will be sent to the selectee. A security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted at that time. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal job offer will be extended to candidate. Application statuses will be updated once a formal job offer has been extended.
The Federal hiring process is set up 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/611700300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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