- Position Title
- LEGAL INSTRUMENTS EXAMINER (IMMIGRATION STATUS VERIFICATION)
- Agency
- Citizenship and Immigration Services
- Announcement Number
- CIS-10010883-VER Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, May 10, 2017 to Friday, May 19, 2017
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- Are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy.
- Your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy.
- Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy.
- Your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy.
- Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
USCIS employees who currently work within the Status Verification Operations Branch and are within the local commuting area.
Preferences
1.
Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Failure to select a response to any of the following questions will default in a negative response which will disqualify you for this position. Your responses to the on-line questionnaire must be supported by your resume.
1.
There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This residency requirement states that candidates must have, for three of the last five years immediately prior to applying for this position(s); (1) resided in the United States; OR (2) worked for the United States Government as an employee overseas in a Federal or Military capacity; OR (3) been a dependent of a U.S. Federal or Military employee serving overseas. Do you meet one of these requirements?
The following questions will only be used to determine whether or not you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position. You may wish to consult the vacancy announcement for a description of those requirements.
2.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience and/or education?
3.
You must provide the position title(s) and dates of employment referenced in your resume that demonstrates the experience related to your response.
4.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience?
5.
You must provide the position title(s) and dates of employment referenced in your resume that demonstrates the experience related to your response.
6.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience?
7.
You must provide the position title(s) and dates of employment referenced in your resume that demonstrates the experience related to your response.
8.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience?
9.
You must provide the position title(s) and dates of employment referenced in your resume that demonstrates the experience related to your response.
10.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience?
11.
You must provide the position title(s) and dates of employment referenced in your resume that demonstrates the experience related to your response.
12.
There is a time-in-grade (TIG) requirement for promotion into this position. Have you completed 52 weeks in a position at or above the GS-05 grade level or equivalent?
13.
Please give the title(s), series, and grade(s) of the position(s) that support(s) your claim. Also give the beginning and ending dates (month/day/year) during which you occupied the position(s) listed. If you chose response B, please indicate "NA".
14.
There is a time-in-grade (TIG) requirement for promotion into this position. Have you completed 52 weeks in a position at or above the GS-06 grade level or equivalent?
15.
Please give the title(s), series, and grade(s) of the position(s) that support(s) your claim. Also give the beginning and ending dates (month/day/year) during which you occupied the position(s) listed. If you chose response B, please indicate "NA".
16.
There is a time-in-grade (TIG) requirement for promotion into this position. Have you completed 52 weeks in a position at or above the GS-07 grade level or equivalent?
17.
Please give the title(s), series, and grade(s) of the position(s) that support(s) your claim. Also give the beginning and ending dates (month/day/year) during which you occupied the position(s) listed. If you chose response B, please indicate "NA".
18.
There is a time-in-grade (TIG) requirement for promotion into this position. Have you completed 52 weeks in a position at or above the GS-08 grade level or equivalent?
19.
Please give the title(s), series, and grade(s) of the position(s) that support(s) your claim. Also give the beginning and ending dates (month/day/year) during which you occupied the position(s) listed. If you chose response B, please indicate "NA".
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Works and communicates with customers to timely resolve casework and provide information to them.
21.
Asks customers difficult questions to verify their identity.
22.
Performs fraud analysis to determine a person's legal status and work authorization eligibility.
23.
Safeguards confidential case files and documents to protect personal and private information.
24.
Maintains integrity of sensitive information to maintain public's trust.
25.
Analyzes information in automated systems to assist in rendering decisions regarding immigration status and employment eligibility.
26.
Examines immigration files to assist in providing quality responses to time sensitive requests for information.
27.
Navigates and uses multiple systems simultaneously in order to review, draw conclusions, and accurately interpret relevant facts and data.
28.
Researches and collects information to make comparisons and draw conclusions.
29.
Carefully examines documents and compare data and information in systems in order to make decisions that are consistent with law and policy.
30.
Analyzes information and makes correct inferences to draw accurate conclusions.
31.
Performs trend analysis to identify patterns requiring corrective action.
32.
Uses independent judgment and evaluative skills to link important elements to arrive at a final determination for each verification referral.
33.
Independently manages assigned caseload including planning, scheduling, and prioritizing work to ensure referrals are completed within established time frames.
34.
Gathers data to assist in complex analytical studies.
35.
Recommends changes to simplify or improve current work practices and procedures.
36.
Maintains extensive knowledge of immigration law, classification, forms, and records and current DHS policies.
37.
Works with a commitment to quality service to fulfill customer expectations.
38.
If you are a Federal employee, is your most recent performance rating equivalent to a "pass," "satisfactory," or better?
39.
As previously explained, your ratings in this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency.
It is your responsibility to provide the responses, information, and documentation regarding your work history for us to determine your eligibility and qualifications for this position.
Please take this opportunity to review your documentation and ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability, and 4) that you have provided all of the information and documentation needed for us to determine your eligibility and qualifications for this position.
Failure to agree to this statement will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.
It is your responsibility to provide the responses, information, and documentation regarding your work history for us to determine your eligibility and qualifications for this position.
Please take this opportunity to review your documentation and ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability, and 4) that you have provided all of the information and documentation needed for us to determine your eligibility and qualifications for this position.
Failure to agree to this statement will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.