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Position Title
Assistant Grants Management Specialist-Recent Graduate
Agency
National Endowment for the Arts
Announcement Number
RG-11510763-22-MS Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, July 13, 2022 to Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply). If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Warning Statement: It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification. If after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered. (limit characters)
1. In order to apply for this position, you must qualify as a Pathways Recent Graduate. Have you completed within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelor's, master's, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution?
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As a veteran (as defined in 5 USC 2108), who, due to military service obligations, were precluded from applying to the Program during the two-year eligibility period described above. These individuals have a full two-year period of eligibility upon their release or discharge from active duty. In no event, however, may this eligibility period extend beyond six years from the date on which the individual completed their academic requirements?
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2. Select one response from the choices below that reflects how you meet the Qualification Requirements for the GS-7 grade level. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Describe your experience with reviewing grant application and/or grants processes in a nonprofit, government, or philanthropic setting.
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4. Provide technical assistance and administrative guidance regarding the grant application submission process and review timeline for internal and external customers.
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5. Produce documents and statistical reports demonstrating attention to grammar, spelling, and punctuation to communicate effectively and for use by upper level staff in an office setting.
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6. Provide support for programs, including researching, drafting, and preparing reports, presentations, and other materials based on current knowledge or experience in an artistic discipline.
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7. Apply knowledge or experience in an artistic discipline to assist in reviewing work samples. (limit characters)
8. Apply visual communications skills that demonstrate attention to aesthetics and accessible design, such as typography, layout, graphics, and images to effectively present and communicate data, concepts, and information.
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9. Coordinate and operate multimedia presentations, as well as telephonic and web-based conferencing systems for a Project, program, or organization.
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10. Utilize and navigate Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, Power-Point); database management; and PDF data assembly to compete tasks or projects.
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11. Prioritize and coordinate relevant communications, organization, and technical support for multiple, diverse projects and activities.
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12. Respond to routine and special assignments in a fast-paced, process-driven environment, with flexibility and a willingness to meet project goals and organizational needs.
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13. Assist an office or organization with the facilitation of large-scale events or convenings.
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14. Coordinate volunteers, materials, and timelines for an office or organization.
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15. Use organizational skills in developing and adhering to a detailed workflow timeline.
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16. Perform detailed management of correspondence and files for an office.
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17. Review and track the impact of organizational directives.
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18. Certification of Information Accuracy
If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.

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 its 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 eligibility 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.
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