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r may be used to meet the training requirements. 4) The agency may obtain a waiver for any individual not meeting the training requirements. The Coast Guard Head of the Contracting Activity must obtain the waiver from the DHS Chief Procurement Officer prior to the extension of an employment offer. 5) If you are currently employed with an agency other than DHS and seeking a lateral transfer AND you were promoted to an 1102 position at or above the GS-13 level (or equivalent) after 12/31/99 based on a waiver of the agency's training requirements, you will need to be approved for another training waiver before you can be hired into a GS-1102 position at or above the GS-13 level with DHS. If you were hired into your current GS-1102-13 or higher level position, with a non-DHS agency, based on an educational waiver, you will still have to meet the educational requirements stated in Qualification Requirements #1.If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degr

ed description of your duties and the dates you performed them (MM/DD/YY), as well as your work schedule and salary. Transcripts are required if basing any part of your qualifications on education.  Education must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Education obtained from a foreign university or college is not creditable unless it has been evaluated by an organization that specializes in interpretation of education credentials.  For a listing of accrediting agencies, please see http://www.naces.org/members.htm. CTAP/ICTAP eligibility:  If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP/CTAP eligible.  Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is on the OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/Reduction_In_Force/employee_resources/ctap/index.asp.  To be considered well qualified under ICTAP/CTAP, you must earn a score of 85 or above on the rating criteria developed for this

BPMP-453472-OCSALARY RANGE:$27,431.00 - $65,371.00 /yearOPEN PERIOD:Thursday, March 31, 2011 to Friday, December 23, 2011SERIES & GRADE:GS-0301-05/11POSITION INFORMATION:Full Time Career/Career ConditionalPROMOTION POTENTIAL:11DUTY LOCATIONS:Many vacancies - Throughout the NationWHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:See the "Who May Apply"sectionJOB SUMMARY:CBP:  Securing America's BordersDo you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career?  If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling.  DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters.  The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations.  Make an impact; join DHS. Discover a challenging and rewarding career in CBP, the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders.  At

ion, Hebbronville, TXWillcox Station, Willcox, AZLaredo Sector HQ, Laredo, TXYuma SectorLaredo North Station, Laredo, TXBlythe Station, Blythe, CALaredo South Station, Laredo, TXWellton Station, Wellton, AZLaredo West Station, Laredo, TXYuma Station, Yuma, AZSan Antonio Station, San Antonio, TXYuma Sector HQ, YumaAZZapata Station, Zapata, TXOBP HQWashington, D.C.Special Operations Group, El Paso, TXBorder Patrol Special Coordination, El Paso, TXQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:GS-05: You qualify at the GS-05 level if you possess three years of progressively responsible experience including the ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions, plan and organize work, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.Experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work may be qualifying i

g administrative data from a variety of sources to develop trends, patterns, profiles, estimates, and studies; preparing preliminary and finished reports and documents; and representing the office in dealings with vendors and personnel from administrative support organizations. GS-12: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you possess one year of specialized experience including applying established practices to specific administrative problems which involve many variables; conducting independent evaluations on administrative functions and preparing study findings, recommendations, and reports; providing advice on a variety of administrative and management programs and procedures; making agreements and commitments at meetings and during telephone discussions in accordance with previously received functions; and performing liaison functions with other organizations, including effectively presenting the organization's needs and establishing harmonious working relations with counterparts.Exper

nters.  DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and development opportunities.  For more information, please go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select Benefits.OTHER INFORMATION:Promotion Potential:  There is no obligation to provide future promotions to you if you are selected.  Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.CBP: requires participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments.CBP: uses E-Verify to validate all newly hired applicants' ability to work legally in the United States.  To learn more about E-Verify, please follow this link:  http://www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/e-ver-employee-rights.pdf. HOW TO APPLY:Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation.  Pl

any field'ORb) Completed at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.  To qualify for GS-13, you must have:a) Completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.ANDb) Completed all of the following mandatory training requirements for progression (i.e., GS-13 or higher level) to a senior level contracting position with the Department of Homeland Security:- Basics of Contracting (Defense Acquisition University (DAU) CON 101 or equivalent); - Principles of Contract Pricing (DAU CON 104 or equivalent); - Intermediate Contracting (DAU

ork requires wearing protective clothing and/or safety equipment.HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:You will be evaluated based on your resume, transcripts (if applicable) and the responses to the online questionnaire.  You will receive a score ranging from 70-100 based on your responses.BENEFITS:DHS offers competitive starting salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k)), Flexible Spending Account, retirement plan, life and long-term care insurance, Employee Assistance Program, personal leave days and paid federal holidays.  Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules, telework, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, and fitness centers.  DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and development opportunities.  For more information, please go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select Benefits.OTHER INFORMATION:CBP require

overed Disability, please follow this link for information on documents you must submit:  http://www.opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.aspIf you are requesting consideration under a miscellaneous authority regulated or not regulated by OPM, you must submit an SF-50B (Notice of Personnel Action) or other appropriate documentation.  For more information on these authorities and the documents required, please follow this link:  http://www.opm.gov/hr_practitioners/lawsregulations/appointingauthorities/Individuals requesting consideration under an authority not listed above should submit the name/title, legal cite of the authority, and any requirements indicated in the authority.It is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veterans documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF-50B's) is received and is accurate.  Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.  If a document is not in a legible

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TIONS REQUIRED:Experience and education qualifications for this position are in the Office of Personnel Management's Operating Manual.   Please click on the link below for the General Qualification Standards: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-cler.aspFor additional information on using education to meet qualifications, please see:http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.aspFor further information on combining education and experience to meet qualifications, please see:http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-05.aspGS-5: You qualify at the GS-5 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position.   Examples include gathering data for routine reports, maintaining transaction logs, maintaining office files and records, ordering routine equipment and services, typing office documents, reviewing forms and other documents for co

vide documentation to documentation to support CTAP or ICTAP eligibility at the time of application.  All documentation must be received at the time you apply and must indicate the vacancy announcement number on the documents. A fax coversheet will be provided to you from the system, with number and instructions to transmit the requested documents. The documents may also be mailed to the following address: COMMANDANT (CG-1211HQ), ATTN CIVILIAN PERSONNEL,US COAST GUARD, 2100 2ND ST SW, STOP 7801WASHINGTON DC 20593-7801.AGENCY CONTACT INFO:USCG Applicant Support Phone: 866-656-6830 Fax: 000-000-0000 Email: Agency Information:United States Coast Guard 1900 Half Street St., S.W. JR-8-0909 Washington, DC 20593 Fax: 000-000-0000WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation to determine if you meet the basic qualification requirements.  All basically qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and poss

tual authority at conferences and meetings, inside and outside the Department.  Serves as a Contracting Officer authorized to solicit contractual proposals, negotiates, enters into, executes, and administers/terminates public contracts for DHS.• Performs contract administration functions, such as verifying evidence of contractor's progress, negotiating modifications, issuing termination notices, reviewing contract claims, and conducting contract closeouts of DHS contracts.• Prepares drafts of protest and termination case documents for review and approval.• Performs contract administration.  Coordinates the extension of periods of performance, resolves delivery and acceptance disputes, approves partial and final payments, and performs closeout or necessary contract cancellations due to nonperformance by the contractor or for the convenience of the Government, and prepares and processes protest actions.• Ensures all actions have been taken to safeguard the i

please attach your latest SF-50 and attach a copy of your latest performance appraisal as described above under How to Apply. Education ·      Colleges and Universities: Name, city, state, major(s), type of degree and year received (or total semester/quarter hours earned) ·      Other educational programs, if relevant. Show dates and total hours of program. Job-Related Work Experience ·      Job title (include series and grade if Federal job)  11/15/2010 http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?ro=EAAQDFP510wtiw4x9bignZUnUtpd6AaEok...Page 10 of 11·      Name of employer, supervisor's name, and supervisor's telephone number (please indicate if you do not want us to contact your current supervisor) ·      Starting and Ending dates (month and year) ·      Hours worked per week  ·      Annual salary ·      Duties and accomplishments Other Job-Related Qualifications ·      Relevant skills (e.g. foreign languages, computer software/hardwa

, the flow of commerce, and the marine transportation system from terrorism- Maintains maritime border security against illegal drugs, aliens, firearms, and weapons of mass destruction- Coordinates efforts with federal, state, and local agenciesThese positions are located in the Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard, Assistant Commandant for Acquisition(CG-9), Washington, DC.KEY REQUIREMENTS:U.S. Citizenship is required.The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.Additional Duty Location Info:few vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DCThis position serves as a Program Manager supporting the Assistant Commandant for Acquisition (CG-9) in Washington, DC. The incumbent serves as an Acquisition Project Manager providing ongoing management of requirements for budget, acquisition, manpower, material, facilities and services. In addition, the incumbent will lead and advise various integrated teams and work groups, provide guidance to activities t

res expert knowledge of and oversight of immigration laws, rules, regulations, and procedures in order to screen and admit individuals applying to enter the United States through land, sea, and air ports-of-entry. Residency:  If you are not currently a CBP employee, you must meet one or more of the following primary residency criteria for the last three years prior to applying to this announcement:Resided in the United States or its protectorate or territories (excluding short trips abroad, such as vacations);Worked for the United States government as an employee overseas in a federal or military capacity; orBeen a dependant of a United States federal or military employee serving overseas.Exceptions may be granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information such as the state-side address of the professor in charge of the "Study Abroad" program, the church records for your overseas church mission, and/or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overs

one or more of the following primary residency criteria for the last three years prior to applying to this announcement:Resided in the United States or its protectorate or territories (excluding short trips abroad, such as vacations);Worked for the United States government as an employee overseas in a federal or military capacity; orBeen a dependant of a United States federal or military employee serving overseas.Exceptions may be granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information such as the state-side address of the professor in charge of the "Study Abroad" program, the church records for your overseas church mission, and/or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overseas.  You must provide information and related documentation at the time of application.Special Appointing Authority:At the discretion of the hiring official, referral lists may be issued for applicants eligible to be appointed under a special appointing authority.If you believe

o appointment.  If any part of your application is not received, it will be evaluated solely on the information available.If you are unable to upload your information, you may fax it in.  Please complete the cover page located at http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using vacancy announcement LN393093.  Please provide your SSN, name, and address using the exact name you used when you filled out the questionnaire.  The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  If you previously uploaded documents into Application Manager, you do not need to fax those same documents.Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email.  The address below is for inquiries only.  If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed at the end of this vacancy announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.  You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used.REQUIRED

ry capacity; orBeen a dependant of a United States federal or military employee serving overseas.Exceptions may be granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information such as the state-side address of the professor in charge of the "Study Abroad" program, the church records for your overseas church mission, and/or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overseas.  You must provide information and related documentation at the time of application.Special Appointing Authority:At the discretion of the hiring official, referral lists may be issued for applicants eligible to be appointed under a special appointing authority.If you believe you are eligible for consideration under a special appointing authority, you must indicate the authority for which you would like to be considered in the assessment questionnaire.Some examples of non-competitive and other special appointing authorities include, but are not limited to:·Veteran’s Recruitment Appointme

listed above should submit the name/title, legal cite of the authority, and any requirements indicated in the authority. It is your responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veterans documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF-50B's) is received and is accurate.  Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.  If a document is not in a legible format, you will not be able to view it in Application Manager and you must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date.AGENCY CONTACT INFO:MHC OFO General Mailbox Phone: (612)467-7032 Fax: (478)757-3144 Email: MHCOFOGENERALMAILBOX@CBP.DHS.GOV Agency Information:CBP Minneapolis Hiring Center BHW Federal Building 1 Federal Drive Fort Snelling, MN 55111 Fax: (478)757-3144WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:After the closing date of the announcement we will review all applications and the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for furt