Program Support Specialist Emergency Response

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY ________________________________________ VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT/OPPORTUNITY #: RB-06-507-BEE OPENING DATE: 08/25/2006 CLOSING DATE: 09/11/2006 ________________________________________ The Response Division is establishing a new unit of the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC). This position is being advertised with a Selective Placement Factor. Failure to address this factor will preclude you from further consideration. (1) The incumbent of this position must have or be able to obtain a TOP SECRET clearance; (2) This position includes emergency duty assignments. As part of the emergency duties assigned to this position, the individual may be required to deploy to the field in support of a disaster where conditions may be austere for short periods of time when deployed to the field; (3) Occasional travel will be required; and (4) the incumbent will be required to work on rotational shifts and may have irregular hours. TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time - Permanent POSITION: Program Support Specialist (Emergency Response) SERIES - PAY GRADE: GS-0301-09/11/12 NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2 PROMOTION POTENTIAL: GS-12 SALARY RANGE: $44,856 - $84,559 per annum, including locality ORGANIZATION: DHS/FEMA Response Division Operations Branch Incident Response Section, NRCC Operations/Planning Unit of the NRCC DUTY LOCATION: Washington, DC RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE NOT AUTHORIZED WHO MAY APPLY: All Sources Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least Meets or Exceeds , or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Readjustment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of Who May Apply. DUTIES: The Operations/Planning Unit of the NRCC is primarily responsible for analyzing, planning and implementing an all-hazards response with an emphasis toward the development of innovative and cutting edge solutions to emergency management. Serves as program support to the team and the liaison for all administrative matters related to the program(s). Analyzes processes and programs of an administrative nature in a changing environment to ensure consistency and adherence to policies and guidelines. Participates in estimating short-and long-range human capital needs. Coordinates personnel actions within the team to ensure packages conform to administrative requirements and will achieve stated goals. Participates with supervisor in planning, developing and analyzing the financial operations of the team. Tracks expenditures and advises management as to the status of funds. Participates in multi-year planning ensuring proper alignment of resources. Analyzes processes within the team to ensure that the most efficient ways to achieve the best mix of people, equipment and support, within fiscal constraints, are on target with strategic goals. Replies to a variety of correspondence and inquiries by member of Congress, the White House, State and local governments and public interest groups which involves research and policy/regulation review. Prepares presentation material required for briefings, meetings or other management activities. Maintains general, up-to-date knowledge of important legislative, budgetary, Federal, State or local developments and actions which could affect policy, programs, missions and activities. Reviews relevant documents and other materials and provides recommendations to analysts for potential use in the revision or modification of programs and policy. Participates in special projects designed to improve the effectiveness of the delivery of programs. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: This agency provides reasonable accommodations 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. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements as contained in the OPM's Qualification Operating Manual. These are available on line at www.opm.gov. The manual states that one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade in the Federal service is required. Specialized experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of that position. Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this Employment Opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA`s). Applicants must submit a separate written statement addressing any selective placement factor and each KSA. Failure to address the selective placement factor and each KSA separately will result in the applicant receiving no further consideration. Specialized Experience is experience that demonstrates the applicants ability to gather information, identify and analyze issues, and develop recommendations to resolve substantive problems of effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a program or program support setting. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. All qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. The following is required of inservice candidates: For GS-09, 52 weeks at the GS-07; for GS-11, 52 weeks at the GS-09; for GS-12, 52 weeks at the GS-11. Substitution of education for experience: GS-9: Successful completion of the requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B or J.D., if related, may substitute for the specialized experience. GS-11: Successful completion of the requirements for a PH.D or equivalent graduate degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related, may substitute for the specialized experience. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: To receive further consideration, applicants are required to address on separate paper, knowledge of the emergency management laws, executive orders, and regulations, the National Response Plan, the National Incident Management System (NIMS), and FEMA emergency teams. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSAs): For the GS-09, the following KSA's are to be addressed: 1. Knowledge of and skill in applying fact-finding techniques and methods used to gather and evaluate emergency management information and draw conclusions. 2. Ability to communicate orally to present analysis and findings and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals. 3. Knowledge of budget and procurement processes. 4. Knowledge of management information systems and office automation applications. For the GS-11 and GS-12, the following KSA's are to be addressed: 1. Skill in serving as a principal advisor to an organization on all administrative management matters associated with programs and operations. 2. Ability to conduct productive research, using a variety of sources, and to provide a narrative summary of the information in reports, staff papers, or other documents to aid officials in decision-making on issues of importance to mission success. 3. Ability to perform budget estimates; initiate procurement requests; and coordinate personnel and financial management tasks. 4. Skill in the use of personal computers and software applications such as PowerPoint and Excel in order to develop spreadsheets, reports, briefings and miscellaneous office correspondence. Please include in your narrative response a list of any software applications you have used and for what purpose. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants meeting basic eligibility requirements will be rated and ranked on the knowledge, skills and abilities, and other characteristics (KSA's) required to perform the duties of the position. Please review KSA's carefully. Include in the write-ups such things as experience in and out of Federal service that gave you the specific knowledge, skill or ability; objectives of your work; and evidence of your success (such as accomplishments, awards received, etc.). Applications will be reviewed to determine if the applicant meets the minimumSource - Military City - Springfield, VA
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