Job Description

SummaryThe Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders.Overview

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Open & closing dates10/15/2024 to 10/28/2024This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.Salary$45,146 - $58,686 per yearFirst time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level.Pay scale & gradeGS 5Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes\xe2\x80\x94Position is suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for site visits, meetings, training, and conferences.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential5Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberOS-6024-25-AW-001(DEU)Control number814162100This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll U.S. CitizensDutiesThis position is located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary of the Interior (OS), Indian Arts and Crafts Board (IACB), in Washington, DC.At the full performance level (GS-5) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: * Manages all incoming correspondence and communications addressing those items that individual can do on their own and redirecting other items to appropriate staff.

• Responsible for composing a variety of correspondence for review of the Director and staff.
• Handles preparation of material for IACA mailing campaigns and events.
• Responsible for maintaining the office organization to include management of supplies, IACA brochures and promotional items.
• Responsible for maintaining the hard and electronic file systems.
• Assists with timekeeping and basic travel reservations.

The Office of the Secretary of the Interior (OS) has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.Salary Information
GS-5: $45,146 - $58,686 per annum
First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the lower salary range of the grade level.This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.This vacancy is also announced as OS-6024-25-AW-002(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination.
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
• You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire.
• Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/.

QualificationsMinimum Qualification Requirements:
To qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level you must meet either (A) Specialized Experience, (B) Education, or (C) Combination of Education and Experience for the grade to which you are applying.A. Specialized Experience:
To qualify for the GS-5, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience:
1) Answering email and telephone inquiries;
2) Maintaining hard copy and electronic records;
3) Organizing and compiling documents for distribution;
4) Drafting, reviewing, and editing written correspondence to ensure effective content, grammar, and punctuation;
5) Making travel reservations.
MUST MEET 4 OUT OF 5.-OR-B. Education: At least four FULL academic years (120 semester hours) beyond high school at an accredited institution.-OR-C. Combination of education and experience: A combination of education and experience that totals 100% of the required specialized experience.Typing Proficiency: In addition to meeting the qualification requirements for the grade level above, ALL applicants must show possession of 40 words per minute typing speed.Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM\'s website:All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.EducationEducation: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide transcripts as proof of meeting the requirements.Foreign Education: Education completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the specific educational requirements as stated above. You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit:Additional informationReasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for and performance of higher-level duties.The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

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