- Position Title
- Appraiser
- Agency
- Farm Service Agency
- Announcement Number
- FSA-20-DAFLP-10885648-DE-MM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, August 20, 2020 to Monday, August 31, 2020
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Please respond to the following questions. Any experience claimed in response to the questions MUST be supported by information in your resume. This information must be SPECIFIC, (i.e., duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments). Failure to provide supporting documentation may result in an ineligible rating.
1.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes the highest level of experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GS-12, Appraiser work. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
2.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes the highest level of experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GS-11, Appraiser work. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
3.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes the highest level of experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GS-9, Appraiser work. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
4.
Do you possess a current General Appraiser Certification in at least one state whose certification standards comply with the minimum Federal standards for general appraiser certification in compliance with Title XI of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA)? (Must provide a copy of your current certificate with your application in order to be considered).
5.
Have you completed appraisals complying with Uniform Appraisal Standards for Federal Land Acquisitions (UASFLA/Yellow Book) standards?
6.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your knowledge of and skill in applying appraisal concepts, principles, practices, and techniques to determine USPAP compliance and market value of a variety of real estate properties.
7.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your knowledge of and skill in applying appraisal concepts, principles, practices, and techniques to determine market value of a variety of chattel properties.
8.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your ability to plan, develop, and carry out complex appraisal-related processes to meet strategic goals.
9.
From the list below, select all that apply that describes your ability to respond to inquiries related to appraisal issues.
10.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your ability to correlate and report valuation conclusions logically and completely.
11.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience in developing appraisal policy.
12.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience gathering and analyzing market data to correlate and report valuation conclusions.
13.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your ability to express ideas and facts to diverse groups and individuals and make clear and convincing oral presentations on a variety of appraisal issues.
14.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience in preparing written communications.
15.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your ability to analyze complicated and controversial problems, and develop solutions.
16.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your ability to be innovative and creative.
17.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best describes your experience to effectively handle conflicts and negotiations.
18.
Describe the valuation techniques and approaches you have used and how you have applied them in completing appraisal assignments. (Responses referring to see resume will not be accepted)
19.
From the descriptions below, choose the response that best demonstrates your commitment to customer service.
20.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.