Community Supervision Assistant (Oa) Job in Washington DC Metro Area - 96089786 - ZAQH8OWXMLHRY

Job Title:
Community Supervision Assistant (OA)

Department:
Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency For DC

Agency:
Office of the DirectorSub

Agency:
CSOSA, C/O AVUE Help Desk

Job Announcement Number:
CSS-11-000-DEU-KM

SALARY RANGE:
$34,075.00 - $49,375.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Monday, January 24, 2011 to Monday, January 23, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:GS-0303-05/06

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Permanent - No time limit

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
07

DUTY LOCATIONS:
4 vacancies - Washington, DC

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
US citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=DREPG.


KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• See Other Information.

Additional Duty Location Info:
4 vacancies - Washington, DC


DUTIES:(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)

Performs a variety of administrative and technical duties to support community supervision programs and initiatives that include but are not limited to drug testing, substance abuse counseling/treatment, crisis intervention, family life education and counseling, employment, AIDS awareness and prevention training, mental health treatment and violence prevention.

Compiles statistical data and prepares a variety of referrals and case management documents. Performs preliminary screening of documents to include reports related to case management assignments to ensure all required information is submitted and accurate. Prepares reports, forms and a variety of referral and case management documents. Exchanges and develops information, resolves discrepancies, and makes recommendations in reference to conflicting program-related materials. Maintains communication with judicial support personnel and other court staff; performs related liaison activities with other law enforcement agencies. Explains resources, services, administrative processes and makes referrals as required.

Performs office automation work requiring the use of software applications and computer equipment. Prepares correspondence, reports, technical documents, graphs/charts, forms, and other office support materials.



QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:(The KSAs below may not apply at all grades)

Ability to coordinate and facilitate the processing of administrative documents, reports, requests and instructions.

Skill with personal computers and computer applications to gather information, prepare reports, or produce law enforcement documents.

Knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Skill in communicating with the general public to include judicial support personnel or other law enforcement personnel, and performing liaison activities with other criminal justice agencies and/or personnel.

Ability to compile statistical data, and assist with the preparation of various reports.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 05: Qualifying experience for the GS-5 level includes one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Examples are providing general clerical support (i.e., greeting visitors, maintaining files, and typing routine correspondence); or gathering program data or information following routine search procedures.



SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-5 level may be met by completion of a bachelor's degree or four years of education above high school.



COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post high school education and specialized experience may be used to meet the total experience requirements.

Grade 06: Qualifying experience for the GS-6 level includes one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to perform successfully the duties of the position as described above, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.Examples are receiving and processing documents and data/statistical information in accordance with established procedures; reviewing documents and reports for completeness and entering information into an automated tracking system; or performing database file searches.





SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-6 level may be met by completion of 6 months of graduate level education (9 semester/13 quarter hours) with courses such as managerial economics, financial accounting, marketing, business administration, operations management, public administration, management information systems, quantitative analysis, and statistical methods.



COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.



PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT: Applicant must be able to type 40 words per minute.

See Other Information for further requirements.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.


BENEFITS:See Other Information.
OTHER INFORMATION:

A CAREER LIKE NO OTHER!!!

LOCATION: Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA), Court Supervision Services Washington, DC.

AGENCY BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The National Capital Revitalization and Self-Government Improvement Act of 1997 established the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency as a federal agency on August 5, 2000.

The mission of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) is to increase public safety, prevent crime, reduce recidivism, and support the fair administration of justice in close collaboration with the community. The Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency presents our nations capital with a unique opportunity to create a new level of offender supervision, which in turn will provide a safer environment for our citizens.

The strategic goals of the Agency are 1) Establish strict accountability and prevent the population supervised by CSOSA from engaging in criminal activity, and 2) Support the fair administration of justice by providing accurate information and meaningful recommendations to criminal justice decision makers.

If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must submit proof of successful completion of such education; i.e., a transcript from an accredited U.S.. business or technical school, junior college, or university, or proof that foreign education has been deemed creditable in accordance with the provisions listed under Foreign Education on the vacancy announcement. Failure to submit the required proof of education will result in your being deemed not qualified for the position.

Veterans Preference: If you are applying for consideration under the Veterans' Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) or Veterans Recruitment Authority,(VRA) you must attach a copy of your DD-214 'Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty' or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, 'Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference' plus the proof required. LACK OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WILL RESULT IN THE AGENCYS INABILITY TO RECOGNIZE YOUR VETERAN STATUS FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

If you fail to submit any required documents, you will not receive consideration for this position.

Applicants who do not submit a supplementary narrative statement to support the level of experience and/or training claimed will not be given further consideration.

All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated in the candidate's work history. If, upon review, it is determined that your work history, KSA's narrative responses, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, you may be eliminated or your score may be modified to reflect the final rating based on all the information provided in your application. Ultimately, the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency Office of Human Resources is responsible for determining an applicant's final rating. Please ensure that your work history and narrative responses provide enough detail to support your answers to the KSAs.

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill future vacancies.

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Recruitment bonus is not authorized.

As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.

Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation.

Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the close of this announcement.

Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.

Status applicants must submit a copy of their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which verifies status.

All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factors.

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim. If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, or you are applying for consideration under the Veteran Employment Opportunity Act or Veteran Readjustment Authority, attach a copy of your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.

If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification 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.

This appointment requires completion of a one-year probationary period. During this time period, employee's conduct and performance will be monitored in order to determine if employee will be retained.

HOW TO APPLY:Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=DREPG.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:See Other Information.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Karen Mansfield
Phone: 202-220-5601
Fax: 253-573-9869
Email: karen.mansfield@csosa.gov Agency Information:
CSOSA
1145 Broadway Plaza
Suite 800
Tacoma, Washington 98402
US
Fax: 253-573-9869

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.