FEDERAL POSITION NEEDS TO BE FILLED FROM A DEAR FRIEND, TAKE A LOOK FILE CLERK, GS-0305-3/4 Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs - Portland, OR The Bureau of Indian Affairs is the lead agency for the United States in carrying on a government-to-government relationship with the tribal nations. A challenging and dynamic place to work, it enhances the quality of life, promotes economic opportunity, and carries out the responsibility to protect and improve the trust assets of American Indians, Indian tribes and Alaska Natives. FILE CLERK, GS-0305-3/4 #3700047A, Northwest Regional Office, Deputy Director, Indian Services, Division of Transportation, Portland, Oregon GS-04: $29,802 - $38,738 Per Annum GS-03: $26,547 - $34,508 Per Annum NOTE: TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED. ANY RELOCATION EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH REPORTING FOR DUTY WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED EMPLOYEE. THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO FAVORABLE RESULTS OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). Verification of Form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Indian Preference eligibles that are not currently employed with the Federal service will be appointed under the Excepted Service Appointment Authority Schedule A, 213.3112(A)(7). VETERANS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ACT (VEOA): Preference eligibles may apply for permanent positions (career or career-conditional appointments) under merit promotion procedures for VEOA appointments; however, veterans preference is not a factor in these appointments. To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, a veteran must be a preference eligible OR veteran separated after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Applicants must submit a copy of their DD-214 for verification of eligibility. For more information, click here: fedshirevets.gov/job/shav/index.aspx#veoa FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Former Federal Employees are required to indicate whether they received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) buyout in their previous employment with the Federal government, and are required to submit a copy of the applicable Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) regarding the VSIP. The majority of individuals, who accept reemployment with the Federal government within 5 years of receiving the VSIP amount, must repay the gross amount of the separation pay prior to reemployment. TRAVEL REQUIRED Occasional Travel Occasional travel may be required in the performance of duties and/or training. RELOCATION AUTHORIZED No KEY REQUIREMENTS US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED. A BACKGROUND SECURITY INVESTIGATION WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW HIRES. APPOINTMENT MAY INCLUDE A REQUIREMENT FOR ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD. APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE OR BY FAX. DUTIES: Back to top NOTE: If the position is filled at a lower grade level, subsequent promotion to the next grade level will be processed without further competition under the Merit Promotion Program at such time as performance and qualification requirements are met and classification review discloses the duties being performed properly warrant classification to the next higher grade level. SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Establishes and maintains a variety of files that includes numerous subject headings and subheadings. Cross-references files as required by federal record-keeping guidelines. Conducts extensive searches for records. Obtains from the files, correspondence or related subject matter and assembles material for proper action. Assembles records for proper transfer to the records holding area. Maintains an updated master file of all administrative records. Works with sensitive and/or classified documents covered by special procedures and regulations. Provides clerical support for the efficient operation of the division. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, GS-0305). GS-4: 1 year of general experience OR 2 years of successfully completed education above the high school level. GS-3: 6 months of general experience OR 1 year of successfully completed education above the high school level. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled. SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicants successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. OTHER: Incumbent is required, as an incidental duty, to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid drivers license is required. Incumbent must have a safe driving record within the three-year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607 and be able to meet the safe driving requirements of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: As part of the application process, you are required to respond to a series of questions designed to assess your possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: KNOWLEDGE OF THE CONTENTS, ARRANGEMENT, AND PROCEDURES RELATING TO ALPHABETICAL AND NUMERICAL FILING CLERICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE We will compare your resume and supporting documentation to your responses on the assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. BENEFITS: Back to top The Bureau of Indian Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered: usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc OTHER INFORMATION: CTAP & ICTAP APPLICANTS: Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) participants who are well qualified may apply for this position. To be eligible for consideration under CTAP, an applicant must provide written notification that they will be losing their current federal position. To be eligible for consideration under ICTAP, an applicant must provide proof that they have lost their federal position within the last year. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. Federal employees seeking CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of their most recent Performance Rating and a copy of their most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For more information regarding CTAP & ICTAP, please visit opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp NOTICE TO MALE APPLICANTS: Section 1622 of the Defense Authorization Act of 1986, prohibits any male born after December 31, 1959, from being appointed to a position in an executive agency if he has knowingly and willfully failed to register with the Selective Service System. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, will be required to complete a certification document to confirm their Selective Service registration status, if selected for appointment.
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