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Position Title
Internal Revenue Agent (Emerging Threats Data Analytics Agent)
Agency
Internal Revenue Service
Announcement Number
22-11603656B-SBN-0512-14 Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, August 12, 2022 to Thursday, August 25, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. IRS CTAP Candidate - Are you a current displaced or surplus IRS employee and:
 
  • you are located either within or outside the local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
  • your position has the same or higher promotion potential of this vacancy, AND
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). (limit characters)
2. Treasury CTAP Candidate - Are you a current displaced or surplus Department of Treasury (non-IRS) employee and:
 
  • you are located within the same local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
  • your position has the same or higher promotion potential of this vacancy, AND
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). (limit characters)
3. IRS Internal Candidate - Are you a current career or career-conditional, Competitive Service Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employee? You can view a copy of your most recent SF-50 to determine if you are Competitive Service. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should be a "1" or "2".)

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, submit a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal.

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4. IRS RPP Candidate - Are you a current IRS employee who has received a Reassignment Preference Program (RPP) notice and:
 
  • you are located either within or outside the local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
  • your position has the same or higher promotion potential and the same work schedule (e.g., permanent, seasonal, etc.) of this vacancy, AND
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?

If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of RPP eligibility such as a RPP notice AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

For more information, review IRS Internal Revenue Manual (IRM) 6.330.1. (limit characters)
Preferences
1. How many performance related awards, (including time off in lieu of monetary), or quality step increases have you received in the three years preceding the closing date of this announcement?

You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm. (limit characters)
2. Please list the names of any performance related awards and/or quality step increases you have received in the three years preceding the closing date of this announcement and the dates (MMDDYYYY) of the awards. (For example: Performance Award, 02/02/2019).

You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm. (limit characters)
3. Your annual performance appraisal and relevant awards are considered in the selection process.

Please indicate the option that best describes your most recent performance appraisal. (limit characters)
4. Please enter the date of your most recent performance appraisal. (limit characters)
5. Please select the response that most accurately reflects your most recent performance appraisal or performance rating. (limit characters)
6. What is your Standard Employee Identifier (SEID)? (limit characters)
7. If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, please provide your current or last pay plan, series, and grade level or pay band. For example: GS-0303-05, IR-0343-02, WG-5400-04. (limit 250 characters)
8. What is your current position title? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in applying for this position. Your responses to the following questions supplement the information provided in your resume. (limit characters)



QUALIIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS All GRADES: A degree in accounting that included at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and an additional 6 semester hours in related subjects such as business law, economics, statistical/quantitative methods, computerized accounting or financial systems, financial management, or finance. OR Combination of education and experience: equivalent to 4 years that included courses equivalent to a major in accounting, i.e., at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and 6 semester hours in related subjects as described above, in combination with appropriate experience or additional education. A Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) obtained through written examination in a State, territory or the District of Columbia meets the requirements for GS-5. Applicants with CPA certificates may also qualify for higher grade levels based on their education and/or experience.
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SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In addition to meeting the requirements outlined above, your coursework must include all of the following: principles of accounting, intermediate accounting, auditing, and two advanced accounting courses. A course in cost accounting is acceptable as one of the advanced accounting courses.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in progressively responsible and diversified professional accounting or auditing work, applying accounting principles, theory, and practices to analyze and interpret accounting books, records, or systems to determine their effect on Federal tax liabilities. Experience communicating complex tax issues both orally and in writing, working in team or group environments, and working closely with other senior analysts and field specialists. Experience conducting investigations of alleged criminal violations of Federal tax statutes and making recommendations for criminal prosecutions; Experience investigating complex cases (i.e., offshore entities, multi-layered entities, entities with complex financial structure and relationships, various types of trusts, etc.) to resolve tax issues; Experience with written communication to effectively prepare complex tax enforcement recommendations.
In additional you MUST have all of the following: Experience with performing data analytics leading to identifying tax non-compliance. Experience applying a variety of tax laws and regulations to determine the appropriate criminal and civil treatment streams?

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BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL GRADES:
A degree in accounting from an accredited college or university that included at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and an additional 6 semester hours in related subjects such as business law, economics, statistical/quantitative methods, computerized accounting or financial systems, financial management or finance. OR
A combination of experience and education at an accredited college or university equivalent to a four year degree that included courses equivalent to a major in accounting, i.e. at least 30 semester hours in accounting or 24 semester hours in accounting and 6 semester hours in related subjects as described above.
OR
A Certificate as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) obtained through written examination in a State, territory or the District of Columbia meets the requirements for GS-5.
OR
Are currently serving as an Internal Revenue Agent GS-0512 and have been in this position for at least one year or was previously an Internal Revenue Agent GS-0512 and held the position for at least one year.

Which is true about your qualifications?

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2. ACCOUNTING REQUIREMENT:
In addition to meeting the requirements outlined above, your coursework must include all of the following: principles of accounting, intermediate accounting, auditing, and two advanced accounting courses. A course in cost accounting is acceptable as one of the advanced accounting courses.

Does your accounting background demonstrate that you have knowledge of principles of accounting, intermediate accounting, auditing, and two advanced accounting courses? A course in cost accounting is acceptable as one of the advanced accounting courses. (limit characters)
3. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in progressively responsible and diversified professional accounting or auditing work, applying accounting principles, theory, and practices to analyze and interpret accounting books, records, or systems to determine their effect on Federal tax liabilities. Experience communicating complex tax issues both orally and in writing, working in team or group environments, and working closely with other senior analysts and field specialists. Experience conducting investigations of alleged criminal violations of Federal tax statutes and making recommendations for criminal prosecutions; Experience investigating complex cases (i.e., offshore entities, multi-layered entities, entities with complex financial structure and relationships, various types of trusts, etc.) to resolve tax issues; Experience with written communication to effectively prepare complex tax enforcement recommendations.
In additional you must have all of the following: Experience with performing data analytics leading to identifying tax non-compliance. Experience applying a variety of tax laws and regulations to determine the appropriate criminal and civil treatment streams?

Which of the following is true about your specialized experience? (limit characters)
4. Do you have experience with performing data analytics leading to identifying tax non-compliance? (limit characters)
5. Do you have experience applying a variety of tax laws and regulations to determine the appropriate criminal and civil treatment streams?

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6. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Under merit promotion procedures, Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. Time is credited based on calendar time served in a grade, regardless of the number of days or hours worked. If you currently hold or have previously held a position at the same (or equivalent) or higher grade/level in the Federal government as of this announcement, you will meet the TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS.

Please select the response that best describes your time in grade. (limit characters)
7. Which of the following describes your experience analyzing data?
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8. Which of the following describes your experience meeting customer needs?
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9. Which of the following best describes your experience in identifying emerging tax noncompliance issues/threats and developing a solution or strategy for addressing the issue?
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10. Which of these problem-solving techniques have you used?
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11. Which of the following best describes how you have resolved technical/procedural issues?
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12. Please select the response that best describes your experience with working independently.
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13. Which of the following applications have you used to conduct analysis, synthesize data, and report relevant findings to executive and management-level audiences?
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14. Which of the following best describes your experience with data analysis?
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15. Which statement best describes your experience in a professional, high energy environment where deadlines may be short and guidance minimal?
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16. From the following responses, please select all the analytical activities you have performed on a regular or recurring basis at work:
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17. Which best describes your highest level of experience identifying, assessing and mitigating risk management issues?
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18. Which one of the following statements best describes your highest level of experience with knowledge management?
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19. Which of the following describes your experience with communicating verbally?
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20. Which of the following describe your experience with written communication?
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
21. To qualify for this position and receive full credit for your relevant experience you must list the month/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. Your resume must support your responses to the questions. Do you understand that failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination?
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22. 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 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 eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand 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.

Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.
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