- Position Title
- TRADE POLICY RESEARCH COORDINATOR
- Agency
- Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
- Announcement Number
- USTR-20-03-KJ-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 16, 2020 to Monday, November 23, 2020
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces? If yes, confirm that you have not previously been appointed using this authority for the DC local commuting area OR are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who retired with a disability rating at the time of retirement of 100 percent or the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who retired or separated from the Armed Forces and has a disability rating of 100 percent from the Department of Veterans Affairs OR are you the un-remarried widow or widower of a member of the Armed Forces killed while in active duty status? For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
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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; 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. To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
4.
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 eligibility for Schedule A appointments. For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
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Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a Federal agency other than the Executive Office of the President? If yes, confirm you are located in the same local commuting area of 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. To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating, and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (non-award).
For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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Are you a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who has completed your service within the past twelve months? -OR- Are you a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who has completed your service within the past 36 months and is requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility due to your military service, status as a full-time student or other experience related to this position? -OR- Are you a current or former Peace Corps employee who has completed at least 36 months of continuous service and has been separated from the Peace Corps for less than three years? If yes, submit a copy of your description of service or other proof of non-competitive eligibility. If you are a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who is requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility, please also provide the necessary documentation to support your request.
Preferences
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Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
FACTOR: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1.
Please select one response which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a GS-0301-09, Trade Policy Research Coordinator. NOTE: The information in your resume must support this in order to be considered for this position.**If utilizing education as part of your qualifying experience/education, you must submit copies of your degree/transcripts in order to receive credit. Failure to submit your transcripts will result in your application being incomplete and it will not receive further consideration. Transcripts are required if you are utilizing your education as part of your qualifications.
2.
Please select one response which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a GS-0301-11, Trade Policy Research Coordinator. NOTE: The information in your resume must support this in order to be considered for this position.**If utilizing education as part of your qualifying experience/education, you must submit copies of your degree/transcripts in order to receive credit. Failure to submit your transcripts will result in your application being incomplete and it will not receive further consideration. Transcripts are required if you are utilizing your education as part of your qualifications.
3.
Please select one response which best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a GS-0301-12, Trade Policy Research Coordinator. NOTE: The information in your resume must support this in order to be considered for this position.
FACTOR: SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS
4.
Are you able to read, write or speak a major foreign language?
FACTOR: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Experience in researching, reviewing, and interpreting trade policies, labor policies, and labor practices.
6.
Analyze and interpret empirical trade, labor issues, and economic data/information.
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Research economic, market, political, and other factors which influence trade objectives and positions.
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Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions
9.
Identify potential trade implementation and enforcement issues for development and evaluation.
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Communicate with officials to clearly relay information and request additional information on research projects
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Public speaking in meetings, conferences, and committees.
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Justify and explain decisions, conclusions, findings and recommendations to senior and executive-level management.
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Write and create formal reports for senior management in regards to trade, environment and economic data.
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Extract, compile, and research data utilizing software programs and other materials to create and support reports for international trade dispute settlement proceedings and negotiations.
FACTOR: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and is supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.