- Position Title
- Realty Specialist
- Agency
- Forest Service
- Announcement Number
- 22-EHT-LND-FS5165-57DP-MM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, August 5, 2022 to Monday, August 15, 2022
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.
2.
Please indicate which region Click here to view each region or national office staff name to see the different locations within the Forest Service.
NOTE: Your response(s) to this question do not guarantee where you will be placed, if selected. Selectees may be appointed to any of the Region/Station/Area listed.
NOTE: Your response(s) to this question do not guarantee where you will be placed, if selected. Selectees may be appointed to any of the Region/Station/Area listed.
3.
Please enter at least 3 references below. Include first and last name, phone number and email address.
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience needed to qualify for this position.
For each of the following questions, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application, as well as information provided by your references. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Select the statement that best reflects your experience and/or education. Experience claimed must be supported in your resume. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education.
2.
Select the statement that best reflects your experience and/or education for the Realty Specialist position at the GS-07 grade level. Experience claimed must be supported in your resume. Transcripts must be provided for experience based on education.
3.
Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, and degree.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Perform work assignments designed to obtain new skills and to become familiar with principles and techniques.
5.
Research using a variety of reference documents to find direction and processes.
6.
Apply techniques and knowledge while performing training assignments.
7.
Update systems to maintain a reliable database.
8.
Manage records required to meet policy within the Work Unit.
9.
Query and generate database reports for use in authorized activities.
10.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
11.
Communicate with customers to convey information on policies and regulations.
12.
Communicate with contacts to explain and gather information.
13.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers on issued involving minor realty issues with a little controversy.
14.
Communicate with customers to convey information on policies and regulations.
15.
Work with higher-graded specialists to communicate issues and concerns related to proposals.
16.
Research court and other legal records using to facilitate accomplishment of realty or other legal transactions.
17.
Assists with inspecting property and assemble market data to determine comparable real estate values.
18.
Demonstrate proficiency with policies and regulations associated with authorized activities.
19.
Verify the terms of proposed transactions to ensure agency goals are met.
20.
Assist higher-grade specialists and appraisers in conducting due diligence for projects and appraisals.
21.
Assemble records and conduct research to support routine activities and respond to questions.
22.
Review instruments to ensure all requirements are met.
23.
Complete work assignments in accordance with clear-cut direction, guidelines, and procedures.
24.
Receive guidance from manuals and handbooks, technical journals, and Federal, State, and local law, regulation and policy, to increase knowledge of how to legally conduct transaction.
25.
Research databases and records to support senior staff in completing transactions.
26.
Utilize electronic filing database system to compile a digital casefile for projects.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your supporting documentation, are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take an opportunity to review your responses for their accuracy.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
27.
I certify I have read the announcement and have attached all supporting documents as required.
28.
Have you read the "Required Documents" section of the vacancy announcement and understand that failure to submit all required, legible documents prior to the closing date of the announcement may result in loss of consideration?
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. 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.