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tion 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 degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.A copy of an official college transcript from an appropriately accredited educational institution must be faxed in order to document completion of the educational requirements for this position.Information on Defense Aquisition University equivalent providers may be found at http://www.dau.mil/learning/appg.aspx.All qualifica

gle Pass North Station, Eagle Pass, TXWest Palm Beach Station, Riviera Beach, FLEagle Pass South Station, Eagle Pass, TXNew Orleans SectorRocksprings Station, Rocksprings, TXBaton Rouge Station, Baton Rouge, LASan Angelo Station, San Angelo, TXGulfport Station, Gulfport, MSUvalde Station, Uvalde, TXLake Charles Station, Lake Charles, LADetroit SectorMobile Station, Mobile, ALDetroit Station, Detroit, MINew Orleans Station, New Orleans, LADetroit Sector HQ, Selfridge ANGB, MINew Orleans Sector HQ, New Orleans, LAGibraltar Station, Gibraltar, MIRamey SectorMarysville Station, Marysville, MIRamey Station, Aguadilla, PR  SanduskyBay Station, Sandusky Bay, OHRamey Sector HQ, Aguadilla, PR  Sault Ste. Marie Station, Sault Ste. Marie, MIRio GrandeValley SectorEl Centro SectorBrownsville Station, Olmito, TXCalexico Station, Calexico, CACorpus Christi Station, Corpus Christi, TXEl Centro Station, Imperial, CAFalfurrias Station, Falfurrias, TXEl Centro Sector HQ, Imperial, CAFt.Brown Station,

may be issued for applicants eligible to be appointed under a Special Appointing Authority.  You must provide documentation supporting your eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement (please see "Required Documents").  If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed at the end of this vacancy announcement.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

ur 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 position.  You must

tion, Grand Forks, NDBonners Ferry Station, Bonners Ferry, IDGrand Forks Sector HQ, Grand Forks, NDColville Station, Colville, WAGrand Marais Station, Grand Marais, MNCurlew Station, Curlew, WAInternationalFalls Station, International Falls, MNEureka Station, Eureka, MTPembina Station, Noyes, MNMetalineFalls Station, Metaline, WAPortal Station, Portal, NDOroville Station, Oroville, WAWarroad Station, Warroad, MNSpokane Sector HQ, Spokane, WAHavre SectorWhitefish Station, Whitefish, MTHavre Station, Havre, MTSwanton SectorHavre Sector HQ, Havre, MTBeecherFalls Station, Beecher Falls, VTMaltaStation, Malta, MTBurke Station, Burke, NYPlentywood Station, Plentywood, MTChamplain Station, Champlain, NYScobey Station, Scobey, MTMassena Station, Massena, NYShelby Station, Shelby, MTNewport Station, Newport, VTSt. Mary Station, Babb, MTOgdensburg Station, Ogdensburg, NYSweetgrass Station, Sweetgrass, MTRichford Station, Richford, VTHoulton SectorSwanton Station, Swanton, VTCalais Station, Barin

rtification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; or a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456. Veterans Preference:  To apply veteran's preference you must submit the following proof of eligibility: Five Point Preference:  DD 214 (Member Copy 4) Ten Point Preference:  DD214 (Member Copy 4) and supporting documentation as listed on the Standard Form 15 (application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference).  Click this link for a copy of the SF-15: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.  Veteran's with a service-connected disability must also submit a VA Disability Award letter dated 1991 or later. If you are currently serving on active duty:  A statement of service from your unit identifying the branch of service, period(s) of service, type of discharge, campaign badges or expeditionary medals ear

, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link:  View Assessment QuestionsBENEFITS:Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle.  Other benefits that may be available include a uniform allowance, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, and telework.  For more inf

sessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation.  Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information. You are not required to submit official documentation as part of your application package; an unofficial version will be accepted during the application process.  However, if selected, you must provide the required official documentation prior to 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 LN428125.  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.Applicat

ty locations, and grade levels, it is not intended to convey any expectation that positions will be filled at all organizational components, duty locations, or grade levels. There may be occasions where selection consideration is limited to current Customs and Border Protection employees, Department of Homeland Security employees, or Federal employees (those employed outside the Department of Homeland Security) with competitive status and/or based on working/residing within a particular commuting area.   You are limited to five location preferences, if you change locations after your initial application submission it will overwrite previously chosen locations.WHERE WILL POSITIONS BE FILLED UNDER THIS ANNOUNCEMENT? Positions will be filled at multiple locations throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. See list below to view the list of locations.Listed below are duty locations where positions may be filled under this announcement:Buffalo SectorMiami SectorBuffalo Sector HQ, Grand

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 completeness, and preparing graphs and charts ORGS-5: Successful completion of a full four-year course of study above the high school level in

lby Station, Shelby, MTOgdensburg Station, Ogdensburg, NYSt. Mary Station, Babb, MTRichford Station, Richford, VTSweetgrass Station, Sweetgrass, MTSwanton Station, Swanton, VTHoulton SectorSwanton Sector HQ, Swanton, VTCalais Station, Baring, METucson SectorFortFairfield Station, Ft. Fairfield, MEAjo Station, Ajo, AZHoulton Station, Houlton, MECasa Grande Station, Casa Grande, AZHoulton Sector HQ, Hodgdon, MEDouglas Station, Douglas, AZJackman Station, Jackman, MENaco Station, Bisbee, AZRangeley Station, Rangeley, MENogales Station, Nogales, AZVan Buren Station, Van Buren, MESonoita Station, Sonoita, AZLaredo SectorTucson Intel, Tucson, AZCotulla Station, Cotulla, TXTucson Station, Tucson, AZDallas Station, Euless, TXTucson Sector HQ, Tucson, AZFreer Station, Freer, TXWillcox Station, Willcox, AZHebbronville Station, Hebbronville, TXYuma SectorLaredo Sector HQ, Laredo, TXBlythe Station, Blythe, CALaredo North Station, Laredo, TXWellton Station, Wellton, AZLaredo South Station, Laredo,

wledge of contract administration, configuration and logistics management; Formal knowledge of managerial and supervisory techniques sufficient to enable incumbent to successfully define activities, tasking responsibilities, and timing of events; Ability to communicate in writing in performing supervisory or leader work; Expert knowledge of the acquisition process; and Possess communication and marketing skills. a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness and the improvement of complex management processes and systems related to major acquisition programs and performance-based contracting efforts.  Comprehensive knowledge of the range of administrative laws, policies, regulations and precedents applicable to the administration of one or more major or non-major acquisition projects. Skill in planning, organizing and directing team study work.This position does not have a positive education requirement.If you are in

tes.  It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.  Please visit OPM's website at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s2-e4.htm#e4a for additional information on this topic. Exceptions to Qualification Requirements:  (Applicable to Status Applicants Only) As of January 1, 2000, all GS-1102 employees who had continuously encumbered GS-1102 positions are considered to have met the “newâ€� standard for positions they occupy of January 1, 2000.  Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at grades 5 through 12 will be considered to meet the basic requirements for other GS-1102 positions up to and including those classified at GS-12. This includes positions at other agencies and promotions up through grade 12. However, employees must meet specialized experience requirements when seeking another position.  Employees who occupy GS-1102 positions at Grades 13, 14, and 15 will be considered to meet the new standard for other GS-1102 positions at their same

�Prepares a variety of written correspondence to transmit information.GS-14/15: The incumbent serves as a Contracting Officer or senior contract specialist responsible for pre-award and/or post award and to perform the full range of planning, directing and administration activities for the most complex and major acquisitions which are Department-wide in scope.  The incumbent performs any or all of the following duties:• As an acquisition expert, serves as the primary point of contact for program officials on all acquisition and administrative matters affecting the major procurement of supplies and services (including architectural and engineering, or research and development) competitive or negotiation procedures, as well as overseeing the evaluation of the most important contract price proposals and administration/termination/close out of major contracts.  • Assists primary customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategies.• Develops evaluati

ting, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.JOB SUMMARY:For 200 years, the United States Coast Guard has answered the call to serve.  Every day, our family of 7,000 civilians helps us save lives, protect the environment, safeguard the nation, and stop drug traffickers.  In the nation's ports and waterways, along the coast, and on international waters - we are there, always ready. The U.S. Coast Guard:- Protects ports, 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.Ad

eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement (please see “Required Documents”).  If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed at the end of this vacancy announcement.Background Security Investigation:  You will need to successfully complete a background investigation before you can be appointed into this position.Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period: You may be required to serve an eighteen month probationary period upon appointment to this position. You may also be required to complete an appropriate supervisory training course within 90 days of assignment to this position.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:Employment with the federal government offers many exceptional benefits.  For more information, pleas

icants' 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.  Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information.You are not required to submit official documentation as part of your application package; an unofficial version will be accepted during the application process.  However, if selected, you must provide the required official documentation prior to 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 S

locationessentials.com/aff/lifecare/tools/salary/col.aspxKEY REQUIREMENTS:U.S. CitizenshipBackground Security InvestigationAdditional Duty Location Info:Many vacancies - Washington, DC; Many vacancies - Herndon, VA; Many vacancies - Reston, VAYou will manage a major program and/or a critical program segment that performs professional, technical, or administrative work and has agency-wide or government-wide impact.You will oversee the planning, direction, and timely execution of the program or program segments through subordinate organizational units.You will determine the goals and objectives of the program; assure their implementation by subordinate organizations and operating units; develop measures that evaluate performance; make recommendations for program improvement; and manage all resources.You will manage organizational changes as well as changes to the content of the program.You will also identify and resolve unique issues where no policy exists and take innovative actions t

61 for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO).In order to be eligible for coverage under this provision, the employee must meet the definition of a ‘secondary’ covered CBPO.A ‘secondary’ covered CBPO is defined as an employee who is directly transferred from a primary position to a supervisory, managerial or administrative position in DHS after performing work for at least 3 years in a CBP Officer, GS-1895; Customs Inspector, GS-1890; Immigration Inspector, GS-1816; and/or Canine Enforcement Officer, GS-1801 position whose duties included activities related to the arrival and departure of persons, conveyance and merchandise at a port of entry, and does not have a break in service of more than 3 days.An employee who has been continuously employed in a secondary position since moving directly from a primary position without a break in service exceeding 3 days is covered under the special provision.More information is available at http://cbpnet.cbp.dhs.gov/xp/cbpnet/hrm/ret

sition.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:Employment with the federal government offers many exceptional benefits.  For more information, please visit:  http://usajobs.gov/El/benefits.asp.Secondary Coverage:This position has been identified as a secondary position as provided under the enhanced retirement provision of Public Law 110-161 for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO).In order to be eligible for coverage under this provision, the employee must meet the definition of a ‘secondary’ covered CBPO.A ‘secondary’ covered CBPO is defined as an employee who is directly transferred from a primary position to a supervisory, managerial or administrative position in DHS after performing work for at least 3 years in a CBP Officer, GS-1895; Customs Inspector, GS-1890; Immigration Inspe