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Position Title
ARCHIVES TECHNICIAN
Agency
National Archives and Records Administration
Announcement Number
JD10382394CJD Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, December 21, 2018 to Monday, December 31, 2018
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2.

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from 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 AND
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center

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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 AND 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center

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Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?

If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources

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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
1. Does your resume include the following information for each job listed in it? Hours worked per week; Start and End Dates (including Month and Year); Series and Grade (for Federal positions); and Salary? Failure to provide this information may result in loss of consideration for this position.
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The following question will 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 these requirements. (Note: Experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience). (limit characters)
2. Your answer to this question will be used to determine your eligibility for the position at the GS-5 level. Which of the following best reflects your specialized experience and/or education? (limit characters)
3. Your answer to this question be will used to determine your eligibility for the position at the GS-6 level. Which of the following statements best corresponds to the highest level of experience which you fully possess and which demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. (limit characters)
4. Which of the following best describes your education and/or experience analyzing information or data?
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5. Which of the following best describes your education and/or experience suggesting improvements in processes and results? (limit characters)
6. Which of the following best describes your education and/or experience gathering information to make informed decisions?
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7. Which of the following best describes your education and/or experience identifying problems and recommending solutions?
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8. Which of the following best describes your experience collaborating with other people on some common task or work?
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9. Which of the following best describes your experience developing interpersonal relationships in a work or similar setting?
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10. Which of the following best describes your experience determining the needs of either internal or external customers (i.e., someone who receives your services or products)?
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11. Which of the following best describes your experience developing longer-lasting relationships with customers?
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12. Which of the following best describes your experience with evaluating customer satisfaction?
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13. Which of the following best describes your experience dealing with difficult or unhappy customers?
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14. Which of the following best describes your experience or education related to handling archival records in a museum, library, archives, or similar institution?
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15. If you chose response C, D or E in the previous question, please cite where in your resume/application for employment the relevant experience/competencies were gained. Include the name of the company/agency and position held at that company/agency. If your responses are not supported by your resume, your score will be adjusted accordingly. (Note: Space limited to 500 characters.) (limit characters)
16. Which of the following best describes your experience or education related to handling National Security Information (e.g., identifying documents that need to remain classified or securing work space and office areas)?
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17. Which of the following most accurately describes your current level of knowledge related to U.S. Government declassification activities?
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18. If you chose response C, D or E in the previous question, please cite where in your resume/application for employment the relevant experience/competencies were gained. Include the name of the company/agency and position held at that company/agency. If your responses are not supported by your resume, your score will be adjusted accordingly. (Note: Space limited to 500 characters.) (limit characters)
19. Which of the following most accurately describes your current level of knowledge related to archival principles, practices, and legal requirements, including their scope, context, and purpose?
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20. If you chose response C, D or E in the previous question, please cite where in your resume/application for employment the relevant experience/competencies were gained. Include the name of the company/agency and position held at that company/agency. If your responses are not supported by your resume, your score will be adjusted accordingly. (Note: Space limited to 500 characters.) (limit characters)
21. Which of the following most accurately describes your education or experience in communicating and interpreting standard operating procedures or policies related to Records Management/Archival Functions?
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22. Which of the following most accurately describes your education or experience conducting research relevant to political events using authoritative sources from multiple disciplines?
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23. Which of the following most accurately describes your education or experience in collecting, organizing, reviewing, and analyzing data from internal and external sources related to political events?
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24. If you chose response C, D or E in the previous question, please cite where in your resume/application for employment the relevant experience/competencies were gained. Include the name of the company/agency and position held at that company/agency. If your responses are not supported by your resume, your score will be adjusted accordingly. (Note: Space limited to 500 characters.) (limit characters)
25. Which of the following most accurately describes your education or experience in presenting analytical results and making recommendations based on organizational goals and resources?
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