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Position Title
Test Administrator
Agency
U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command
Announcement Number
NCBG217886135272DS Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, February 26, 2021 to Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan

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.

ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.

*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.

Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,

A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,

A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location.  Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition.  For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
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3. I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location. 

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action. 

NOTE 2:  You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. 

Supporting Documentation:  You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .

Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
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Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Do you currently possess or are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid license to comply with the requirement? (limit characters)
2. This position has a requirement to lift up to {insert #} lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Are you willing and able to meet the lifting requirement? (limit characters)
3. This position is an intermittent position which requires employees to work on an irregular basis for which there is no prearranged tour of duty or guaranteed hours (i.e. not regular part-time, nor regular full-time. You will work fluctuating hours when needed as needed). Pay will depend on actual hours worked. Health and life insurance benefits are not available (except in certain situations); and annual and sick leave are not earned. Intermittent positions do not lead to part time or full time employment. Are you willing to work on an irregular basis for which there is no prearranged tour of duty or guaranteed hours?
 
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4. This position is non-sensitive and requires a personnel security background check. Are you willing to submit to a personnel security background check?
 
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5. This position requires you to use your own reliable, privately-owned vehicle for travel to/from your duty locations. Are you willing to use your own reliable, privately-owned vehicle to travel to/from your duty locations?  
 
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6. This position requires 100% business travel within a 200 mile round trip radius of the duty location. Do you live in the commuting area of the duty location and are you willing to travel at least 100% of the time to within a 200 mile round trip radius of the duty location?
 
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Test Administrator position with the Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement below that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Test Administrator at the GS-04 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Dismiss testing session at appropriate times.
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3. Direct the actions of proctors/monitors during testing sessions.
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4. Verify allotted testing time is sufficient to conduct the entire test without interruption, prior to beginning a testing session.
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5. Take appropriate action to remove cheating applicants from the exam session.
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6. Conduct specified aptitude examination (such as student tests or enlistment tests) sessions for 1 to 250 persons.
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7. Conduct (start, observe, time, and end) test or test segments in accordance with common test administrative practices/procedures.
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8. Conduct pre-test and post-test briefings at assigned schools.
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9. Provide testing at a predetermined time and place as assigned by supervisor.
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10. Sort collected testing materials as required by standard operating procedures.
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11. Conduct quality control checks to ensure testing material is properly completed.
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12. Prepare applicant packages for shipment or transmission.
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13. Mail both paper and electronic data to appropriate offices for action.
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14. Review applicant examination request form(s) to ensure only authorized participants are admitted prior to entering the test site.
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15. Monitor applicants to detect cheating during the examination.
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16. Maintain the safety/security of testing facilities/personnel.
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17. Transfer controlled test material to and from the test site.
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18. Safeguard testing materials/equipment to meet security guidelines outlined in applicable regulations.
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19. Resolve fraudulent identity situations in accordance with standard operating procedures.
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20. Maintain controlled mobile computing devices at the test site.
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21. Transmit both paper and electronic data to appropriate offices for action.
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22. Resolve website issues by using standard troubleshooting techniques.
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23. Request assistance from help desk experts when unable to resolve website issues.
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24. Report internet based testing (iCAT) issues to the Test Control Officer/Coordinate for action.
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25. Provide a positive environment for students for testing.
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26. Facilitate advance coordination with school officials (principals, counselors, etc.) to assure appropriate test room control.
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27. Facilitate advance coordination with school officials (principals, counselors, etc.) to assure test security measures.
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28. Provide military recruiters with a test score report for each potential enlistee as requested.
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29. 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. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
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