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d personnel from administrative support organizations. 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 Qualification Standards.http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.aspFor further information on combining education and experience to meet qualifications, please see:http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-05.aspKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAOs): Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements are required to possess certain Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Other Characteristics (KSAOs) to successfully perform the functions of this position.  Candidates will be asked to demonstrate their attainment of these KSAOs in an online job questionnaire.  The KSAOs are: Knowledge of administrative programs, policies, practices, and methodsAbility to evaluate many kinds of information and formulate techn

a military spouse eligible for appointment under another non-competitive hiring authority, please submit the appropriate documentation for that authority.If you are applying under Schedule A, Appointment of Individuals with a Covered 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 faxe

nformation concerning superior academic achievement and related qualification standards, 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.aspKnowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAOs): Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements are required to possess certain Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Other Characteristics (KSAOs) to successfully perform the functions of this position.  Candidates will be asked to demonstrate their attainment of these KSAOs in an online job questionnaire.  The KSAOs are: Knowledge of administrative programs, policies, practices, and methodsAbility to evaluate many kinds of information and formulate techniques and methods to address technical issues and problemsAbility to communicate orally and in writingResidency:  If you are not currently

ville Station, Kingsville, TXEl Paso SectorMcAllen Station, McAllen, TXAlamogordo Station, Alamogordo, NMRio GrandeCity Station, Rio Grande City, TXDeming Station, Deming, NMRio GrandeValley Sector, Annex, McAllen, TXEl Paso Intel, El PasoTXRio GrandeValley Sector HQ, Edinburg, TXEl Paso Station, El Paso, TXWeslaco Station, Weslaco, TXEl Paso Sector HQ, El Paso, TXSan Diego SectorEl Paso SOD, El Paso, TXBoulevard Station, Boulevard, CAFabens Station, Fabens, TXBrown Field Station, San Diego, CAFt.Hancock Station, Ft. Hancock, TXCampo Station, Campo, CALas Cruces Station, Las Cruces, NMChula Vista Station, San Ysidro, CALordsburg Station, Lordsburg, NMEl Cajon Station, El Cajon, CASanta Teresa Station, Santa Teresa, NMImperial Beach Station, Imperial Beach, CATruth or Consequences Station, Truth orMurrieta Station, Murrieta, CA     Consequences, NMSan Clemente Station, San Clemente, CAYsleta Station, El Paso, TXSan Diego Sector HQ, Chula Vista, CAGrand Forks SectorSan Diego Sector H

onville Station, 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-11: You qualify at the GS-11 level if you possess one year of specialized experience including coordinating and monitoring a variety of administrative projects (e.g., budget, personnel, travel, space, logistics); identifying and recommending solutions to a wide range of administrative problems; analyzing 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 dealing

n normal supervision. This means you must be able to work independently, make decisions, accept job responsibility, exercise initiative and plan operations.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAO's):Candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements are required to possess certain Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Other Characteristics (KSAO's) to successfully perform the functions of this position.  Candidates will be asked to demonstrate their attainment of these KSAO's in an online job questionnaire.  The KSAO's are: Ability to interpret and apply manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specificationsSkill in the use of hand tools and power tools common to the occupationKnowledge of the makeup, operation, and installation of complex automotive systems and assembliesSkill in repairing or rebuilding a variety of automotive systemsYou must: Meet all qualification requirements, including education and any selective placement factors.  Qualifications cl

ns.  Make an impact; join DHS.Discover a challenging and rewarding career in CBP, the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders.  At U.S. Customs and Border Protection, we:Screen passengers, vehicles, and shipments entering our country Seize illegal narcotics, vehicles, and agricultural products Prevent unauthorized entry into the country Rescue individuals who fall into dangerous conditions traversing our borderFor more information about CBP's mission, activities, and careers, please visit our website at:  http://www.cbp.gov/.This is an open continuous announcement which will establish an inventory of applicants interested in a career as a Automotive Mechanic with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.  Who May Apply: Current Federal employees with competitive status (as well as current Federal employees serving under a VRA appointment) and former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility.Current and former Federal employees who meet the establishe

istrative 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.  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, y

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:Staffing Team C Phone: (612)467-7035 Fax: (478)757-3144 Email: CBP.MHC-STAFFINGTEAMC@DHS.GOV Agency Information:CBP Minneapolis Hiring Center BHW Fed Bldg 1 Federal Drive Fort Snelling, MN 55111-4055 USA Fax: (478)757-3144WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:You will be notified initially when your application packet is received.  You will receive a second notification stating if you were found qualified or not qualified.  Your application will remain in th

ration.Once you accept or decline a job offer, you will not receive further consideration under this announcement unless you re-apply.Note: 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. Eligible applicants may be referred and selected at any time after the opening date for current openings, and continue, as needed, for the duration of this announcement. If you do not provide an email address, you will not be notified of the outcome of your application.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Qualifications by Application Date:  You must meet all qualification requirements by application date.  Please note that qualification claims are subject to verification through a review of your work experience and/or educat

s 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 further consideration.  You will be notified initially when your application packet is received.  You will receive a second not

vities certified by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office·Miscellaneous authority regulated by U.S. Office of Personnel Management eligible (i.e., Peace Corps volunteer, certain former overseas employees) or not regulated by U.S. Office of Personnel Management eligible (i.e., Postal Career Service employee, Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts employee)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.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 appro

enure 1 or 2 in Block 24 and Position Occupied 1 in Block 34.  The SF-50B should also reflect the highest grade held on a permanent basis or the full performance level of your current position, whichever is higher.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:  Consideration under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) requires that displaced federal employees score an 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position.  You must submit a separation notice; SF-50B; an ag

on of Personnel Action) showing competitive status:  Tenure 1 or 2 in Block 24 and Position Occupied 1 in Block 34.  The SF-50B should also reflect the highest grade held on a permanent basis or the full performance level of your current position, whichever is higher.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:  Consideration under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) requires that displaced federal employees score an 85 or above on the rating criteria for this positio

the state-side address of the company headquarters where the applicant's personnel file is located, the state-side address of the Professor in charge of the applicant's "Study Abroad" program, the church records for the applicant's overseas church missions, and/or the state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with the applicant while overseas.  Applicants must provide this information when filing their application for employment.    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 Appointment (V

only.  If you are unable to apply on-line, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veteran’s documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50’s) is received and is accurate. If a document is not in a legible format, an applicant will not be able to view it and must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of the announcement.An applicant can verify that the information has been received by following the instructions below.1. Click this link to Return to Application Manager:https://applicationmanager.gov/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fhome.aspx2. Log into your account and locate the vacancy on the “My Application Packages” page.3. Click on the six digit Vacancy ID number you want to view.The page will refresh and display your Application Package

re. As you complete each page of the questionnaire click the "Next" button.  Once you have completed the assessment questionnaire the "Upload Documents" page will display. Follow the procedures outlined on the upload documents page. You will receive an "Upload Successful" acknowledgement each time you attach a document file. Once you have uploaded all of your documentation and the file is displayed in the table, select the "Next" button. Click the "Submit My Answers" button to complete the application package. You will receive a confirmation that your submission was successful. You have the option to view or print a copy of your assessment questionnaire and responses by clicking the View/Print My Answers link. To Fax a Resume or Supporting Documents:If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents.  To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan.  You can verify that your uploaded