Job Title:Engineering Technician

Department:Department Of Transportation

Agency:Federal Aviation Administration

Job Announcement Number:AEA-ATO-12-5008-24915

SALARY RANGE: $64,360.00 to $99,758.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, April 17, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: FV-0802-H

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) - Newark, NJ

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: U.S. Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

The Next Generation of Flight is Underway - and you can be part of it! We need you and your fresh ideas to shape the air transportation system of tomorrow, and the way America flies. Come be a part of the new generation in aviation, an industry that is absolutely critical to this nation's economy and security.

The Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) is a fundamental transformation of our nation's airspace system. It uses 21st century technologies to meet future demands, avoid gridlock in the sky and on the runways, further improve safety, and protect the environment. For more information on NextGen, watch this brief introduction : NextGen Introduction

About the FAA Employment Information

Business Component: ATO, Tech OPS, Engineering Services, NAVAIDS Construction and Installation Center

Sample of Duties: As an Engineering Technician the incumbent is engaged in the original installation, establishment, relocation or modernization of complex systems or operational...

(see Duties tab for more duties)

No Permanent Change of Station (PCS) payments are authorized.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizen

Male applicants must certify Selective Service System status.

May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Successful completion of a security investigation will be required.

DUTIES:

As an Engineering Technician the incumbent is engaged in the original installation, establishment, relocation or modernization of complex systems or operational interrelated systems or subsystems included in the Facilities and Equipment (F&E) program. Such preparation may include performing physical work activities such as but not limited to cable trenching, duct bank installation cable pulling, including power and control, foundation installation with associated concrete work, engineering generator installation and testing, and electrical power installation and modification. Investigate space availability for the installation of new equipment and coordinate local environmental and operational requirements to ensure that requirements are consistent with F&E project assignments.

The selectee will develop installation plans for systems and equipment. Modifiy standard plans and specifications to meet local unique requirements. Coordinate with user agencies, contractors, power companies and other related organizations to arrange for the provision of service and system interconnections. Responsibility at the work site for project completion within proposed time-frame and provide oversight to the work crew or contractor performing the project's construction activity. Perform multiple, varying and complex assignments associated with the National Airspace System (NAS).

NOTE: Position requires incumbant to climb a 100 foot tower.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-G/GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Work experience may include but not be limited to:

-Dafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Field construction, development of installation plans for systems and equipment, review of engineering plans and oversight of construction activity.

-Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as:-Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes. -Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated.

Examples of Specialized Experience also include:

-Knowledge of the technology and system interrelationships of the NAS.

-Experience planning and conducting operational and diagnostic tests, and confirming the reliability and validity of diagnostics on system hardware.

-Experience reading drawings and providing red-lines at project end.

-Experience troubleshooting electrical equipment.

U.S. Citizen

Male applicants must certify Selective Service System status.

May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Successful completion of a security investigation will be required.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

1. Working knowledge of Electrical, Civil and Mechanical trades.

2. Ability to interpret and implement engineered construction plans.

3. Ability to trouble-shoot and resolve technical issues.

4. Ability to plan and organize work.

5. Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish a goal.

BENEFITS:

FAA offers an excellent comprehensive benefits programs. To learn more about the federal government benefits, please click here.

OTHER INFORMATION:

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.

Travel may be required.

Position may be subject to a background investigation.

A one-year probationary period may be required.

As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.

Direct deposit of pay is required.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

KSAs:

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all external announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this external announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include work history that describes how you meet the answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Incumbent must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others, which include performing physical work activities such as but not limited to cable trenching, duct bank installation, cable pulling, including power and control, foundation installation with associated concrete work. Position requires incumbent to climb a 100 foot tower.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

-Travel up to 100% is required.

-Salary includes locality payment of 28.72%.

-Some, none or all of the applicants may be interviewed.

-Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application.

-E-mail applications will not be accepted.

-FAAs CORE COMPENSATION PLAN:

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/comp/comp_ref/

This is a bargaining unit position.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA, Citizenship, Financial Disclosure

HOW TO APPLY:

You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Submitted" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Submitted" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All Veterans: You must submit a DD Form 214, Military Discharge (Member Copy 4 or equivalent). If you are claiming 10 point preference, in addition to your DD 214, you must submit a completed SF-15 and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference and submit a DD214 but fail to submit an SF-15 and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be assessed as a 5 point preference eligible if your DD214 reflects you have the service qualifying for tentative preference (i.e. served in a war, campaign or expedition). Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted a tentative preference if your application shows that you have the required service (i.e. served in a war, campaign or expedition). Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Office a form DD-214 documenting that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

-You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

-Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), upon request.

-Only supplemental documentation, e.g. transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to (718) 995-5688 on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

LaShawna Doyle

Phone: 718-553-4109

Fax: 718-995-5688

Email: LaShawna.Doyle@faa.gov

Agency Information:

Federal Aviation Administration

Human Resources Management Division

1 Aviation Plaza

AEA-14B

Jamaica, NY

11434

US

Fax: 718-995-5688

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Candidates for FAA positions are evaluated using our Automated Vacancy Information Access Tool for Online Referral (AVIATOR) system. AVIATOR compares your skills and experience as described in your application with the requirements of the position. If you are found to be an eligible, highly-qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. (In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.) Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.

Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it. If you change your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and your previous application will be considered.

FAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on www.faa.gov/acr or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Control Number: 314469000

Job Title:Chemical Incident Investigator (Human Factors)

Department:Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Agency:Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

Job Announcement Number:CSB636022SJK

SALARY RANGE: $71,674.00 to $110,104.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 06, 2012 to Friday, April 20, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-13/14

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14

DUTY LOCATIONS: Many vacancy(s) - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States

Many vacancy(s) - Lakewood, CO United States

Many vacancy(s) - Washington DC, DC United States

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Join the Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board!

The Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is a independent federal agency charge with investigating industrial chemical accidents.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

KEY REQUIREMENTS

US Citizenship is required.

Background investigation, fingerprints, and credit check may be required.

Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.

All requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Must meet the selective placement factor to be considered.

DUTIES:

DUTIES

-The incumbent collects and records factual incident data related to major chemical incident investigations.

-Interviews witnesses, collects physical evidence, and arranges for testing and/or examination of physical evidence, machinery and/or equipment.

-Reconstructs incident dynamics and sequence of events (e.g., the events before, during, and after the incident) by applying the principles of logic, underlying cause analysis, statistics, and other field related data to interactions of humans, materials and machine, and the environment.

- Writes outlines, factual and analytical major chemical incident investigation reports and prepares exhibits, tables, charts, graphs, etc., ensuring applicable safety issues are identified and addressed.

- Conducts safety studies relating to major chemical incident investigation issues.

- Researches, reviews, analyzes and studies regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other federal and state agencies.

- Conducts safety advocacy activities, representing the Board at meetings with public and private organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

Applicants for the GS-14 grade level must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level.

Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to providing expert advice and guidance of both micro and macro-ergonomic issues encompassing the human-machine-environment system and potentially impacting individual and organizational safety performance. Micro-ergonomic issues include the psychological (e.g. decision-making, attention, vigilance), physiological (e.g. fatigue), operational (e.g. work load) and human engineering/.ergonomic (e.g. work station and control board design) aspects of major hazard incidents. Macro-ergonomic issues include the organizational (e.g. structure, change, staffing) and cultural (e.g. high reliability, resiliency) aspects of major hazard incidents.

Applicants for the GS-13 grade level must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level.

Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to providing expert advice and guidance of both micro and macro-ergonomic issues encompassing the human-machine-environment system and potentially impacting individual and organizational safety performance. Micro-ergonomic issues include the psychological (e.g. decision-making, attention, vigilance), physiological (e.g. fatigue), operational (e.g. work load) and human engineering/ergonomic (e.g. work station and control board design) aspects of major hazard incidents. Macro-ergonomic issues inlude the organizational (e.g. structure, change, staffing) and cultural (e.g. high reliabilty, reseliency) aspects of major hazard incidents.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR

his position contains a selective placement factor (SPF) that is part of the minimum requirement of the position. If you do not meet the SPF, you are ineligible for further consideration. The SPF for this position is: Do you have the mastery of advanced principles, concepts, practices, and investigative techniques associated with human factors/human performance and organizational factors in the analysis of safety programs and major accidents at high-hazard facilities?

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

These qualification requirements are condensed from the OPM Operating Manual "Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions" which is available at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Individuals conditionally selected for this position must pass a pre-appointment physical examination. In addition, they must meet certain physical requirements for the position as required by CSB. Performance of the duties of this position requires the ability to wear and operate a range of personal protective equipment, including respirators. This position also requires the ability to engage in moderate to strenuous levels of physical exertion involving walking and standing, climbing ladders, working in and moving through confined spaces and working at high elevations for the purpose of documenting and gathering evidence. The ability to maintain these levels and types of physical exertion for extended periods of time in range of weather conditions and while wearing personal protective equipment is required. Manual dexterity with range of motion of finger, wrist, elbows, shoulder, hip and knee joints sufficient to allow successful performance of the essential functions of the position is also required. Arms, hands, legs and feet must be sufficiently functional to allow satisfactory performance of the essential functions of the position. Vision and hearing must be sufficiently acute to allow satisfactory performance of the essential functions of the position. Any physical condition that would cause the individual to pose a significant risk of substantial harm to himself/herself or others is disqualifying.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

The information contained in your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine the degree to which you meet the following competencies (previously referred to as, knowledge, skills, and abilities) required of this position:

COMPETENCY

Industrial Major Accident Investigation Skill: Comprehensive, professional-level knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) regulatory and safety principles and the ability to apply that knowledge to the critical analysis of related technical engineering or process safety issues.

Written Communication: Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.

Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

Oral Communication: Expresses information (e.g., ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (e.g., technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others; attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

QUESTIONNAIRE

Please ensure you answer all questions accurately. Your responses are subject to verification. In support of your responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, your resume should include verbiage that describes your experience relative to the position for which you are applying and provide examples that show the depth of knowledge, level of skill, or degree of ability you possess. If your application does not support your responses to the questionnaire or your application is not complete, it may affect your evaluation or result in your name being removed from further consideration.

To preview the assessment questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position, click the following link: View Assessment Questions

Qualified applicants will be rated using category rating, which groups candidates in categories according to their self-assessed rating, plus veterans' preference if applicable. The categories for this announcement are defined as: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified.

BENEFITS:

BENEFITS

CSB offers competitive salaries which include locality rates and annual pay adjustments, and excellent benefits including life insurance, a wide variety of health insurance plans, a retirement plan, a thrift savings plan (similar to a 401(k)) which includes employer-matched contributions, annual vacation and sick leave, and training opportunities. The CSB supports a family friendly workplace by offering flexible work schedules, employee assistance programs, child and elder care information, telecommuting, and other programs.

OTHER INFORMATION:

OTHER INFORMATION

Conditions of Employment:

Direct Deposit is required.

Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.

This position requires approximately 3 months of travel a year.

If selected, you will be required to obtain, prior to entrance on duty, a physical examination by a licensed physician certifying your ability to perform the duties of this position.

If selected, you will be required to file, prior to entrance on duty, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450).

Work Schedule:

This position will be filled as full-time.

Relocation Expenses:

Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses for this position may be paid by the Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board.

CTAP/ICTAP:

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP): ICTAP and CTAP provides eligible surplus and/or displaced Federal competitive service employees with the selection priority over candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least 85 on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on the OPM's Career Transition Resources website at: http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.

Veteran's Preference:

If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation as specified on the SF-15.

Miscellaneous:

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

If selection is made below the full performance level, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed.

HOW TO APPLY:

HOW TO APPLY

To receive consideration for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes ALL of the following parts:

1. Your resume; and

2. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire; and

3. Applicable supporting documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement (e.g., Standard Form 50).

Failure to provide sufficient and required information and/or documentation will result in loss of consideration for this position.

To apply for this position, click on the button “Apply Online”. You will be required to login to MY USAJOBS.

If you haven’t already registered with USAJOBS, the system will require you to create a user name and password.

If you have already registered with USAJOBS and forgot your login information, select the “Did you forget your username and/or password” link from the right side menu.

Step 1: Login to MY USAJOBS and paste or type a resume into USAJOBS. (You may choose to upload or fax a resume using Application Manager, as stated in the next step, rather than USAJOBS.)

Step 2: Complete the Assessment Questionnaire.

The assessment questionnaire MUST be submitted online.

Step 3: After the assessment questionnaire is submitted, you can upload your resume, if not submitted through USAJOBS previously, and any supporting documents by following the upload instructions that appear on the screen. After uploaded documents are scanned for viruses, you can verify that they have been attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account at https://ApplicationManager.gov. If you are unable to upload your documents using Application Manager, they can be faxed. Do not use both options. You MUST use the special cover page to fax documents. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager, or click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page.

When faxing documents:

? Include the 6-digit Vacancy Identification Number: 636022

? Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces

? Fax your cover page and documents to OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT at 1-478-757-3144 (Do not fax your cover page, resume, or supporting documents to the National Business Center.)

Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. After 2-3 business days, you can verify that your faxed documents have been received by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account at https://ApplicationManager.gov.

If you need assistance in applying on-line, please contact the HR Office representative listed in the "Agency Contact Info" section of this vacancy announcement.

Your application package must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time by Friday, April 20, 2012.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

You MUST submit the following documents for this vacancy announcement. Failure to submit all required documents will result in loss of consideration for this position.

- Resume

- Transcript(s): If you are substituting education for experience, or if this position has an education requirement, you MUST furnish a copy of your college transcript(s). If selected for this position, you will be required to furnish an ORIGINAL transcript prior to being appointed.

- Miscellaneous Documents:

-- CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.

-- Veteran’s Preference Documentation (DD-214 and SF-15): If you are eligible and claiming 5-point veteran’s preference, you MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veteran’s preference, you MUST submit a copy of your DD-214, SF-15, “Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference” and the documentation required by the SF-15. (Please note: An SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing veterans' preference will not be accepted as proof of entitlement.)

- The following documents are optional. You MAY submit the following documents for this vacancy announcement:

-- Current or most recent performance appraisal.

Note: We do not accept hard copies of application materials. If you submit more than one application package for this vacancy, only the last one submitted will be considered. If you re-submit a package, all application package documents must be re-submitted in order to be considered for the position.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Shielyn J. Kelly

Phone: (202)219-1644

Email: SHIELYN_J_KELLY@NBC.GOV

Agency Information:

National Business Center

7301 W Mansfield Avenue

D-4810

Lakewood, CO

80235

USA

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

After all application packages have been received, we will review your resume and other application documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in the Assessment Questionnaire and may interview the best-qualified applicants. For status updates on your application, please use Application Manager. More information regarding Application Manager can be found under the "Help" tab. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Control Number: 313653800

Job Title:Chemical Incident Investigator

Department:Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Agency:Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board

Job Announcement Number:CSB635669SJK

SALARY RANGE: $71,674.00 to $110,104.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Friday, April 06, 2012 to Friday, April 20, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-13/14

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14

DUTY LOCATIONS: Many vacancy(s) - Washington DC, DC United States

Many vacancy(s) - Lakewood, CO United States

Many vacancy(s) - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Join the Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board!

The Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is a independent federal agency charge with investigating industrial chemical accidents.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

KEY REQUIREMENTS

US Citizenship is required

Background Investigation, fingerprints, and credit check may be required.

Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.

All requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Must meet the selective placement factor to be considered.

DUTIES:

DUTIES

-The incumbent collects and records factual incident data.

-Interviews witnesses, collects physical evidence, and arranges for testing and/or examination of physical evidence, machinery and/or equipment.

-Reconstructs incident dynamics and sequence of events (e.g., the events before, during, and after the incident) by applying the principles of logic, root cause analysis, statistics, and other field related data to interactions of humans, materials and machines, and the environment.

- Writes outlines, factual and analytical reports and prepares exhibits, tables, charts, graphs, etc., ensuring applicable safety issues are identified and addressed.

- Conducts safety studies relating to investigation issues.

- Researches, reviews, analyzes and studies regulations issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other federal and state agencies.

- Conducts safety advocacy activities, representing the Board at meetings with public and private organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

Applicants for the GS-13 grade level must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level.

Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes demonstrating an advanced level of knowledge of, and significant skill in applying the technical concepts of chemical process safety management in the investigation of complex chemical and/or oil refinery process incidents. This includes a wide range of chemical investigative principles, practices, techniques, and methods sufficient to participate, with only general supervision, in the on-scene fact-finding phase of a chemical process investigation and all related activities in order to evaluate all pertinent facts, conditions, and circumstances surrounding the incident. Comprehensive experience is required in applying technical analysis in chemical process operations in chemical and/or oil refinery production facilities. Required experience also involves analyzing chemical process safety practices, training and performance, procedures, human factors, mechanical integrity, of equipment, root cause determination, chemical process engineering, equipment design, process instrumentation and distributive control systems, and safe operating limits. This work requires both extensive knowledge and experience in the application of Federal laws, regulations, chemical safety policies, codes and standards as they apply to the prevention of major chemical accidents.

Applicants for the GS-14 grade level must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level.

Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes demonstrating an advanced level of knowledge and mastery of, and significant skill in applying the technical concepts of chemical process safety management in the investigation of complex chemical and/or oil refinery process incidents. This includes a wide range of chemical investigative principles, practices, techniques, and methods sufficient to design, plan and direct/manage the on-scene fact-finding phase of a chemical process investigation and all related activities in order to develop all pertinent facts, conditions, and circumstances surrounding the incident. Substantial experience is required in applying technical analysis in chemical process operations in chemical and/or oil refinery production facilities. Requires extensive experience in analyzing chemical process safety practices, training and performance, procedures, human factors, mechanical integrity, root cause determination, chemical process engineering, equipment design, process instrumentation and distributive control systems, and safe operating limits. This work requires both substantial knowledge of and significant skill in the application of Federal laws, regulations, codes and standards as they apply to chemical process safety and investigations.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR

This position contains a selective placement factor (SPF) that is part of the minimum requirement of the position. If you do not meet the SPF, you are ineligible for further consideration. The SPF for this position is: Do you have extensive firsthand private sector chemical and/or oil refinery accident investigation experience demonstrated by comprehensive, professional-level knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) regulatory and safety principles and the ability to apply that knowledge to the critical analysis of related technical engineering or process safety issues.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

These qualification requirements are condensed from the OPM Operating Manual "Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions" which is available at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Individuals conditionally selected for this position must pass a pre-appointment physical examination. In addition, they must meet certain physical requirements for the position as required by CSB. Performance of the duties of this position requires the ability to wear and operate a range of personal protective equipment, including respirators. This position also requires the ability to engage in moderate to strenuous levels of physical exertion involving walking and standing, climbing ladders, working in and moving through confined spaces and working at high elevations for the purpose of documenting and gathering evidence. The ability to maintain these levels and types of physical exertion for extended periods of time in range of weather conditions and while wearing personal protective equipment is required. Manual dexterity with range of motion of finger, wrist, elbows, shoulder, hip and knee joints sufficient to allow successful performance of the essential functions of the position is also required. Arms, hands, legs and feet must be sufficiently functional to allow satisfactory performance of the essential functions of the position. Vision and hearing must be sufficiently acute to allow satisfactory performance of the essential functions of the position. Any physical condition that would cause the individual to pose a significant risk of substantial harm to himself/herself or others is disqualifying.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

The information contained in your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine the degree to which you meet the following competencies (previously referred to as, knowledge, skills, and abilities) required of this position:

COMPETENCY

Industrial Incident Investigation Skill: Comprehensive, professional-level knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) regulatory and safety principles and the ability to apply that knowledge to the critical analysis of related technical engineering or process safety issues.

Written Communication: Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a succinct and organized manner.

Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.

Oral Communication: Expresses information (e.g., ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (e.g., technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others; attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

QUESTIONNAIRE

Please ensure you answer all questions accurately. Your responses are subject to verification. In support of your responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, your resume should include verbiage that describes your experience relative to the position for which you are applying and provide examples that show the depth of knowledge, level of skill, or degree of ability you possess. If your application does not support your responses to the questionnaire or your application is not complete, it may affect your evaluation or result in your name being removed from further consideration.

To preview the assessment questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position, click the following link: View Assessment Questions

Qualified applicants will be rated using category rating, which groups candidates in categories according to their self-assessed rating, plus veterans' preference if applicable. The categories for this announcement are defined as: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified.

BENEFITS:

BENEFITS

CSB offers competitive salaries which include locality rates and annual pay adjustments, and excellent benefits including life insurance, a wide variety of health insurance plans, a retirement plan, a thrift savings plan (similar to a 401(k)) which includes employer-matched contributions, annual vacation and sick leave, and training opportunities. The CSB supports a family friendly workplace by offering flexible work schedules, employee assistance programs, child and elder care information, telecommuting, and other programs.

OTHER INFORMATION:

OTHER INFORMATION

Conditions of Employment:

Selection may require completion of a 1-year probationary period.

This position requires approximately 3 months of travel a year.

Direct Deposit is required

If selected, you will be required to obtain, prior to entrance on duty, a physical examination by a licensed physician certifying your ability to perform the duties of this position.

If selected, you will be required to file, prior to entrance on duty, a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450).

Work Schedule:

This position will be filled as full-time.

Relocation Expenses:

Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses for this position may be paid by the Chemical Safety & Hazard Investigation Board.

CTAP/ICTAP:

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP): ICTAP and CTAP provides eligible surplus and/or displaced Federal competitive service employees with the selection priority over candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least 85 on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on the OPM's Career Transition Resources website at: http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.

Veteran's Preference:

If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation as specified on the SF-15.

Miscellaneous:

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

If selection is made below the full performance level, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed.

HOW TO APPLY:

HOW TO APPLY

To receive consideration for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes ALL of the following parts:

1. Your resume; and

2. Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire; and

3. Applicable supporting documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement (e.g., Standard Form 50).

Failure to provide sufficient and required information and/or documentation will result in loss of consideration for this position.

To apply for this position, click on the button “Apply Online”. You will be required to login to MY USAJOBS.

If you haven’t already registered with USAJOBS, the system will require you to create a user name and password.

If you have already registered with USAJOBS and forgot your login information, select the “Did you forget your username and/or password” link from the right side menu.

Step 1: Login to MY USAJOBS and paste or type a resume into USAJOBS. (You may choose to upload or fax a resume using Application Manager, as stated in the next step, rather than USAJOBS.)

Step 2: Complete the Assessment Questionnaire.

The assessment questionnaire MUST be submitted online.

Step 3: After the assessment questionnaire is submitted, you can upload your resume, if not submitted through USAJOBS previously, and any supporting documents by following the upload instructions that appear on the screen. After uploaded documents are scanned for viruses, you can verify that they have been attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account at https://ApplicationManager.gov. If you are unable to upload your documents using Application Manager, they can be faxed. Do not use both options. You MUST use the special cover page to fax documents. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager, or click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page.

When faxing documents:

? Include the 6-digit Vacancy Identification Number: 635669

? Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces

? Fax your cover page and documents to OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT at 1-478-757-3144 (Do not fax your cover page, resume, or supporting documents to the National Business Center.)

Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. After 2-3 business days, you can verify that your faxed documents have been received by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account at https://ApplicationManager.gov.

If you need assistance in applying on-line, please contact the HR Office representative listed in the "Agency Contact Info" section of this vacancy announcement.

Your application package must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time by Friday, April 20, 2012.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

You MUST submit the following documents for this vacancy announcement. Failure to submit all required documents will result in loss of consideration for this position.

- Resume

- Transcript(s): If you are substituting education for experience, or if this position has an education requirement, you MUST furnish a copy of your college transcript(s). If selected for this position, you will be required to furnish an ORIGINAL transcript prior to being appointed.

- Miscellaneous Documents:

-- CTAP/ICTAP Documentation: If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.

-- Veteran’s Preference Documentation (DD-214 and SF-15): If you are eligible and claiming 5-point veteran’s preference, you MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veteran’s preference, you MUST submit a copy of your DD-214, SF-15, “Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference” and the documentation required by the SF-15. (Please note: An SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing veterans' preference will not be accepted as proof of entitlement.)

- The following documents are optional. You MAY submit the following documents for this vacancy announcement:

-- Current or most recent performance appraisal.

Note: We do not accept hard copies of application materials. If you submit more than one application package for this vacancy, only the last one submitted will be considered. If you re-submit a package, all application package documents must be re-submitted in order to be considered for the position.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Shielyn J. Kelly

Phone: (202)219-1644

Email: SHIELYN_J_KELLY@NBC.GOV

Agency Information:

National Business Center

7301 W Mansfield Avenue

D-4810

Lakewood, CO

80235

USA

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

After all application packages have been received, we will review your resume and other application documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in the Assessment Questionnaire and may interview the best-qualified applicants. For status updates on your application, please use Application Manager. More information regarding Application Manager can be found under the "Help" tab. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability and/or security background investigation. A final job offer for this position is typically made within several weeks after the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Control Number: 313663100

Job Title:Internal Revenue Agent

Department:Department Of The Treasury

Agency:Internal Revenue Service

Job Announcement Number:12PH2-SBX0188-0512-5T11

SALARY RANGE: $31,315.00 to $88,349.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Monday, April 09, 2012 to Monday, April 23, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: GS-0512-05/11

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time/ Permanent - Career/ Career Conditional

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:11

DUTY LOCATIONS: Many vacancy(s) in the following locations:

Location Negotiable After Selection, United States

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:

U.S. CITIZENS, NO PRIOR FEDERAL EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

JOB SUMMARY:

WHY IS THE IRS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK? At the IRS, you will use your skills in accounting, business, finance, law enforcement, information technology, advocacy and more to help make America stronger. The IRS is one of the largest financial institutions in the world and the work we do helps fund America. We are counting on bright, talented and dedicated individuals like you to achieve our goals. You will be both challenged and supported so whether you are just starting out or looking for new opportunities, consider the IRS and start making a difference today.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. As the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential leader in today's global economy. We have over 100,000 employees across the country and around the world. Come Join the Department of the Treasury and Invest in Tomorrow.

WHAT IS THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)? The IRS is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury and one of the world's most efficient tax administrators. Yearly, the IRS collects more than $2 trillion in revenue and processes over 200 million tax returns. The IRS Mission is to provide the United States taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax responsibilities and by applying the tax law with integrity and

WHAT DOES AN INTERNAL REVENUE AGENT DO? An Internal Revenue Agent (IRA) conducts examinations of entities including individuals, sole proprietorships, small corporations, partnerships, and fiduciaries that may involve a number of separate tasks or procedures. In this position, you will use your professional knowledge and skill in accounting and auditing techniques and practices to examine various tax returns, determine the correct tax liability, identify situations with potential for understated taxes, and to recognize potential fraud. Many situations may require a specialized knowledge of a particular industry and/or may involve varied or complex systems of accounting. In addition, you will interact with taxpayers and their representatives from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, provide examination findings, interpretations of tax laws and regulations, and other necessary information to ensure future compliance.

WHAT IS THE SB/SE DIVISION?The Small Business/Self-Employed (SB/SE) Division provides examinations and taxpayer education services for about 7 million small businesses and upwards of 33 millions self-employed and supplemental income taxpayers. SB/SE taxpayers generally have higher incomes than most taxpayers, need to file twice as many tax forms, and generally need to rely more on paid tax preparers and the taxpayer education outreach activities of the IRS.

The anticipated start date is 8/27/2012.

Positions are located in:

AK-Anchorage/ AL- Huntsville/ AZ-Phoenix Metro Area (includes Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix)/ CA-Chico, El Monte, Fresno, Los Angeles, Modesto, Oakland, Redwood City, Salinas, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose/ CO-Fort Collins/ CT-Norwalk/ DC-Washington/ FL-Gainesville, Jacksonville, Miami, Ocala, Sarasota, West Palm Beach/ GA-Albany, Atlanta Metro Area (includes Atlanta, Decatur, Marietta/ Smyrna), Gainesville, Valdosta/ IA-Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City/ ID-Idaho Falls/ KS-Wichita/ KY-Louisville, Paducah/ LA-Baton Rouge, New Orleans/ MA-Brockton, Springfield/MD- Annapolis, Baltimore, Frederick/ MI-Detroit, Farmington Hills, Flint, Grand Rapids/ MN-Bloomington, St Paul/ MO-Cape Girardeau, Chesterfield, Jefferson City/ MT-Billings, Helena/ NC-Charlotte, Greensboro, Greenville, Wilmington/ NE-Norfolk/ NJ-Cherry Hill, Edison, Fairfield, Mountainside, Trenton/ NM-Roswell/ NV-Las Vegas/ NY-Buffalo, Garden City, Hauppauge, Rochester, White Plains/ OH-Cincinnati, Columbus, Toledo, Youngstown/ OK-Tulsa/ OR-Eugene, Portland/ PA-Bethlehem, Erie, Horsham, King Of Prussia, Lancaster, Media/ SC-Charleston, Myrtle Beach/ TX-Amarillo, Dallas Metro Area (includes Dallas Downtown, DeSoto, Farmers Branch), Fort Worth, Houston Metro Area (includes Houston Southeast and Houston Southwest), Lubbock, San Antonio/ VA-Richmond/ VT-Brattleboro, Rutland/ WA-Spokane/ WI-Milwaukee.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

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Moving expenses are not authorized.

It is in your best interest to apply for all grade levels.

DUTIES:

As an Internal Revenue Agent you will:

Examine and audit individual, business and corporate tax returns to determine correct federal tax liabilities.

Examine and analyze books, records and accounting systems, conduct interviews, and utilize other fact finding techniques to obtain the information necessary to determine the correct tax liability.

Conduct field examinations and discuss findings with the taxpayer or their representative, perform package audits to ensure compliance, and determine need for multiple year examinations based on findings.

Interact with taxpayers, tax attorneys, enrolled agents, certified public accountants and other practitioners in conducting day to day operations.

IRS Internal Revenue Agents are required to conduct appointments at the taxpayer's location to discuss tax matters with taxpayers and/or their representatives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To be minimally qualified you must meet the basic requirements below: You must meet one or more of the following basic requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Phila Delegated Examining

Phone: 267-941-1703 Option 1

Fax: 000-000-0000

TDD: 267-941-1797

Email: hco.sbseexternal@irs.gov

Agency Information:

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

2970 Market Street

Philadelphia, PA

19104

US

Fax: 000-000-0000

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

You can expect a communication from us concerning your application via email. If you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communications that could affect your consideration for this position. If your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement, please notify the Employment Office (contact provided in this announcement) and update your USAJOBS profile.

You can check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto your "My USAJOBS" account and clicking on "My Application."

Control Number: 313772500

Job Title:Tax Compliance Officer (TCO)

Department:Department Of The Treasury

Agency:Internal Revenue Service

Job Announcement Number:12OG2-SBX0003-0526-5-9-KC

SALARY RANGE: $31,315.00 to $69,545.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Monday, April 16, 2012 to Monday, April 23, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: GS-0526-05/09

POSITION INFORMATION: Fulltime Permanent - Career Conditional Appointment

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:09

DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancy(s) in the following locations:

IRS Nationwide Locations, US

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:

U.S. CITIZENS, NO PRIOR FEDERAL EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

JOB SUMMARY:

WHY IS THE IRS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK? At the IRS, you will use your skills in accounting, business, finance, law enforcement, information technology, advocacy and more to help make America stronger. The IRS is one of the largest financial institutions in the world and the work we do helps fund America. We are counting on bright, talented and dedicated individuals like you to achieve our goals. You will be both challenged and supported so whether you are just starting out or looking for new opportunities, consider the IRS and start making a difference today.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. As the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential leader in today's global economy. We have over 100,000 employees across the country and around the world. Come Join the Department of the Treasury and Invest in Tomorrow.

WHAT IS THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)? The IRS is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury and one of the world's most efficient tax administrators. Yearly, the IRS collects more than $2 trillion in revenue and processes over 200 million tax returns. The IRS Mission is to provide the United States taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax responsibilities and by applying the tax law with integrity and fairness to all.

WHAT DOES A TAX SPECIALIST DO? IRS Tax Specialists interact with customers of various IRS Divisions to resolve both general and technical issues. They conduct investigations of individual and business taxpayers to determine Federal tax liability. They also provide tax law and tax-related accounting assistance for internal and external customers.

WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED DIVISION? The Small Business/Self-Employed (SB/SE) Division provides examinations and taxpayer education services for about 7 million small businesses and upwards of 33 million self-employed and supplemental income taxpayers. SB/SE taxpayers generally have higher incomes than most taxpayers, need to file twice as many tax forms, and generally need to rely more on paid tax preparers and the taxpayer education outreach activities of the IRS.

Most selections will be filled from the primary locations indicated. However, selections may be considered from the alternate locations. Locations are:

PRIMARY LOCATIONS:

ARIZONA: Phoenix; CALIFORNIA: El Monte; DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Washington; GEORGIA: Decatur; KANSAS: Overland Park; MARYLAND: Baltimore; MAINE: Bangor; NEW JERSEY: Edison; NEW YORK: Syracuse; TEXAS: El Paso; WISCONSIN: Waukesha

ALTERNATE LOCATIONS:

ALABAMA: Birmingham; CALIFORNIA: Fresno; Laguna Niguel; Long Beach; GEORGIA: Marietta; IOWA: Des Moines; ILLINOIS: Downers Grove; MASSACHUSETTS: Boston; MARYLAND: Annapolis; MAINE: South Portland; MICHIGAN: Detroit; NORTH CAROLINA: Charlotte; NEW JERSEY: Newark; OKLAHOMA: Oklahoma City; TEXAS: Dallas, Farmers Branch, Fort Worth, McAllen; UTAH: Salt Lake City; VIRGINIA: Fairfax; WISCONSIN: La Crosse, Milwaukee

The anticipated start date is August 27, 2012.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

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You must be a citizen of the United States.

Moving expenses will not be authorized.

Days: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

DUTIES:

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As a Tax Specialist you will:

Plan and conduct examinations and related investigations of a variety of individual and/or business taxpayers.

Review examinations and related investigations of a variety of individual and business taxpayers involving complex tax issues and accounting records.

Advise taxpayers of their rights as defined in the examination and appeal guidelines, the actual examination procedures, and an explanation of current tax and reporting responsibilities and the importance and benefit of meeting future responsibilities.

Research taxpayer accounts and determine whether penalty and interest determinations are in compliance with statutory provisions, procedural and policy requirements.

Train and provide guidance to taxpayers, practitioners, and volunteers on technical tax law and accounting policies, practices, and principles as it relates to pertinent tax law modifications through seminars, speeches, or workshops.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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You must meet one or more of the following basic requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Applicants at all grades must demonstrate their knowledge of Principles of Accounting. Candidates demonstrate this knowledge either through successful completion of 6 semester credits or 9 quarter credits of college level accounting work or successfully passing the TCO on-line Basic Accounting Assessment (BAA).

GS-5-LEVEL To be minimally qualified for the GS-5 level, you must meet the basic requirements below:

A. 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree

OR

B. Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) obtained through written examination in a State, territory or the District of Columbia

OR

C. 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to the GS-4 level in the Federal government. Experience must have provided a general knowledge of business practices. Such experience may have been gained in government, business or industry, investigative work, banking, law, accounting, or other work appropriate to the position to be filled.

OR

D. A combination of experience and education equivalent to that described above.

GS-7-LEVEL To be minimally qualified for the GS-7 level, you must meet the basic requirements below.

A. Superior Academic Achievement - A Bachelor's degree, with one of the following: A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last 2 years of study, or a GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last 2 years of study, or rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies.

Note: Grade point averages should be rounded to one decimal point. For example, 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and 2.94 is rounded to 2.9. If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) was taken on a pass/fail or similar basis, your claim must be based on class standing or membership in an Honor Society.

OR

B. 1 full year of graduate level education in a field of study such as: accounting, auditing, taxation, business administration, law, or other related fields.

OR

C. At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal Government that demonstrated a substantive knowledge of business practices, basic accounting principles, and Federal tax laws and regulations; and that required the ability to audit tax records, analyze systems and bookkeeping, use factfinding techniques, and develop interpersonal skills.

OR

D. A combination of experience and education equivalent to that described above.

GS-9-LEVEL To be minimally qualified for the GS-9, you must meet the basic requirements below.

A. Master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field of study in an accredited college or university in accounting, auditing, taxation, business administration, law, or other related fields.

OR

B. 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in accounting, auditing, taxation, business administration, law, or other related fields.

OR

C. LL.B. or J.D., if related to accounting, auditing, taxation, business administration, law, or other related fields.

OR

D. At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in the Federal Government. Qualifying specialized experience may have been gained in work such as:

Office auditing of various types of tax returns to determine tax liability of individual tax payers, businesses, or corporations.

Applying pertinent parts of the Internal Revenue Code and related regulations and procedures to: (1) conduct comprehensive analytical examinations, (2) use creative in-office factfinding techniques, and (3) develop effective public contact skills.

Determination and redetermination, or audit, on liability for Federal taxes.

Program evaluation, internal audit or administrative management of the assessment and collection of Federal taxes (other than alcohol and tobacco).

Investigating alleged criminal violations of Federal tax statutes and making recommendations for criminal prosecution and assertion of civil penalties.

Collecting delinquent Federal taxes (other than alcohol and tobacco), including canvassing for unreported taxes due, and securing delinquent returns.

E. A combination of experience and education equivalent to that described above.

Applicants will be referred for assessments based upon the number of vacancies for each hiring location in the order of veterans' preference. Veteran preference eligibles will be assessed first and once all preference eligibles have been assessed, if vacant positions remain, non preference eligibles will be assessed based upon number of positions to be filled in application date order. Your on-line assessments and interview results are good for an indefinite period of time. You will only be allowed to take the on-line Self Assessment/Job Simulation Assessment (SA/JS) and interview once within a 12-month period. You will only be allowed to take the Basic Accounting Assessment (BAA) once in a 6 month period. If you choose to retake any of the assessments after the retake restriction, your most current score will be used.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Kari Cunningham

Phone: 801-620-6526

Fax: 000-000-0000

TDD: 801-620-3557

Email: HCO.Ogden.Ext2@irs.gov

Agency Information:

INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE

1973 N Rulon White Blvd

M/S 1530

Ogden, UT

84404

US

Fax: 000-000-0000

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

You can expect a communication from us concerning your application via email. If you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communications that could affect your consideration for this position. If your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement, please notify the Employment Office (contact provided in this announcement) and update your USAJOBS profile. You can check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto your "My USAJOBS" account and clicking on "My Application."

Job Title:Staff Accountant

Department:Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Agency:Securities and Exchange Commission

Job Announcement Number:12-625686-DQ

SALARY RANGE: $110,920.00 to $190,920.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Friday, March 30, 2012 to Friday, April 20, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: SK-0510-14

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:14

DUTY LOCATIONS: 01 vacancy(s) - Washington DC Metro Area, DC United States

01 vacancy(s) - New York, NY United States

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Do you want to perform challenging work in a collegial environment, while enjoying quality of life and a competitive compensation package? Invest in your career at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)!

The SEC's mission is to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation. The agency seeks high-caliber professionals who share the same values of integrity, fairness, accountability, resourcefulness, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.

The SEC offers a number of enhanced pay and benefits plus the standard Federal benefits: paid dental insurance and vision insurance and increased agency subsidy for health insurance which supplements your health benefits premiums by $25 for self-only coverage, and $50 for family coverage.

This Staff Accountant position will be located in the Office of Broker Dealer Examinations, Office of Large Firm Monitoring within the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations in Washington, DC or New York, NY.

Travel will be required; primarily between New York, NY and Washington, DC.

Salary Range for: SK-14 (DC): $110,910 - $181,398

(NY): $116,731 - $190,920

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must be a US citizen

DUTIES:

The Staff Accountant position will be located in the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examination (OCIE) in the Office of Broker Dealer Examinations, Office of Large Firm Monitoring, located in either New York or Washington, DC. Duties will primarily relate to supporting the large firm monitoring program. The Large Firm Monitoring (“LFM”) program’s mission is to support the objectives of an enhanced risk-based examination selection and scoping process for large firms in the National Examination Program. The incumbent will be part of an interdisciplinary team charged with monitoring the financial risks of select large firms. The incumbent will serve as a “Large Firm Monitor” supporting the Assistant Director in the execution of the large firm monitoring program. The LMF program helps support the overall large firm broker-dealer examination program’s effort to conduct risk-targeted examinations to maintain regulatory scrutiny of the large firms. The LFM program will help support this mission by enhancing the monitoring and risk assessment process for Large Firms by:

· Centralizing and enhancing the collection of relevant business, risk, regulatory and examination information about the Large Firms from across the Commission’s Divisions and Offices, among other sources; this will include to some degree of focus on certain affiliates.

· Analyzing the information across firms to alert parties to industry developments and help further focus monitoring as well as future exams.

· Assisting in planning and developing, on a collaborative basis, risk-targeted monitoring activities and examinations of the Large Firms, as well as informing and developing a similar process for other large broker-dealers; and

· Periodically reporting on business, risk, regulatory and compliance matters as well as examination findings to OCIE management and, as necessary or appropriate to the Commission, and/or its other Divisions and Offices.

Special attention will be placed on analysis of financial risks such as credit risk, market risk, liquidity and funding, and valuation issues. The incumbent will be part of a team that meets with large broker-dealers to discuss these issues. These meetings will include discussions with the following five groups at selected large firms: (1) Board Level Committees; (2) Senior Management; (3) Independent Control Functions; (4) Internal Audit; and (5) Individual Business Lines.

The incumbent will also be responsible for reviewing public and private filings with the Commission, reviewing other information obtained or produced by the Commission (e.g., exam reports, TCRs), communicating and coordinating with their peers within the Commission and with other regulators regarding firms and issues of common interest.

The incumbent will be responsible for preparing periodic management reports covering the firm(s) he or she is responsible for monitoring. The incumbent will also participate in various forums within the Commission and in meetings with other regulators to ensure that the group is getting the perspective of others and to ensure that other parties are benefiting from these monitoring efforts.

The monitoring function provides valuable insight into the level of risk across different products, processes, or control functions at individual firms and the industry in general which is used in the Office’s risk based selection and scoping of examinations. As part of this effort, the large firm monitor will participate in periodic risk assessment meetings with OCIE Headquarters’ senior management and management of the Regional Offices.

The incumbent will also provide support to the National Examination program through participation in exams of large firms, particularly with respect to financial risk related issues.

The incumbent may represent OCIE in meetings with staff of other federal agencies and the securities industry.

Basic Requirements:

A. Applicants must show successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting. The 24 semester/36 quarter hours may include up to 6 semester/9 quarter hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing". Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor".)

OR

B. Combination of education and experience -- at least four (4) years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must include ONE of the following:

-- 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 semester/9 quarter hours of business law;-- A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination;

OR

-- Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester/22 quarter hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester hour/36-quarter hour requirement in paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the four-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal non conformance to the requirement for 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

AND

Additional Experience Requirements: In addition to meeting the Basic Requirement:

Qualifying experience for the SK-14 level: Candidate must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS/SK-13 level applying auditing, examining and/or investigating principles of the risk control functions at a large financial institution; the review of records related to the issuance, distribution or trading of securities while working for broker-dealer, bank, or hedge fund; preparing reports and/or data and detailing analytical presentations on complex compliance examination findings; applying generally-accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to complex financial instruments; and identifying new and unique situations from complex and potentially precedent-setting circumstances and recommended proposed resolutions to senior staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Your resume will be evaluated on the listed KSAs in the occupational questionnaire for this announcement:

Knowledge of the Federal Securities Laws, Rules and Regulations

Knowledge of Risk Management Practices Employed in the Financial Industry

Ability To Analyze Complex Problems/Data And Devise Innovative Solutions

Ability To Communicate In Writing

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

BASIS OF RATING: Candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements for this vacancy will be rated according to the Category Rating Procedures. This means that candidates will be assigned to a pre-defined quality category based on their application and veteran preference. Generally, only candidates in the top quality category will be referred to the hiring manager.

There will be three quality categories: Highly Qualified, Well Qualified and Qualified

Ability To Communicate Effectively Other Than In Writing

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

For this job announcement the following documents are required:

1. Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire

2. Résumé

3. For Veterans: DD-214; For Disabled Veterans: DD-214, SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later (if you are claiming veterans preference)

4.Official/unofficial transcripts will be accepted and/or copy of Certified Public Accountant

or Certified Internal Auditor certification.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Donna M. Quarles

Phone: (202)551-7452

Email: QUARLESD@SEC.GOV

Agency Information:

Office of Human Resources

100 F Street NE

Washington , DC

20549

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

After a review of your résumé, required documents and assessment questionnaire is complete, you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.

Control Number: 313168000