Judicial Branch Federal Government Jobs

23, 2011 to Thursday, February 23, 2012SERIES & GRADE:GS-0301-9/12POSITION INFORMATION:Full-Time  Permanent DUTY LOCATIONS:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCWHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals. JOB SUMMARY:The U.S. Sentencing Commission is an independent federal agency in the Judicial Branch of government consisting of seven members appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate and two non-voting ex-officio members. The agency staff consists of approximately 100 employees. The Commission develops and revises guidelines for federal district court judges to consider in sentencing offenders convicted of federal crimes. The Commission monitors and evaluates the use of the guidelines, conducts research and education programs on guideline application and sentencing matters generally, and recommends improvements in federal sentencing practices. Additional information about the Commission can be accessed via the Comm

ernment consisting of seven members appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate and two non-voting ex-officio members. The agency staff consists of approximately 100 employees. The Commission develops and revises guidelines for federal district court judges to consider in sentencing offenders convicted of federal crimes. The Commission monitors and evaluates the use of the guidelines, conducts research and education programs on guideline application and sentencing matters generally, and recommends improvements in federal sentencing practices. Additional information about the Commission can be accessed via the Commission's website at http://www.ussc.gov.Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCThe incumbent reports to the Director of Administration and is responsible for coordinating and performing financial activities that support the financial operations of the Commission. Duties include, but are not limited to: (1) Executing and monitoring the

dges to consider in sentencing offenders convicted of federal crimes. The Commission monitors and evaluates the use of the guidelines, conducts research and education programs on guideline application and sentencing matters generally, and recommends improvements in federal sentencing practices. Additional information about the Commission can be accessed via the Commission's website at http://www.ussc.gov.Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DCThe incumbent reports to the Director of Administration and is responsible for coordinating and performing financial activities that support the financial operations of the Commission. Duties include, but are not limited to: (1) Serving as a contracting officer with responsibility for planning, preparing and executing all contractual actions for assigned projects. Prepares the solicitation package, procures for a variety of products and/or services and monitors contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions

and interpersonal skills are essential. You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:You will be evaluated based upon how well you perform on a skill(s) test related to the requirements of this position. BENEFITS:You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#lifeYou will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACAYou will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLVYou will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLIYou can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-c