- Position Title
- Construction Analyst (Loss Verifier)
- Agency
- Small Business Administration
- Announcement Number
- EXC-22-015-DVC-11604602 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, August 12, 2022 to Friday, November 25, 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 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 (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• 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 (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
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; 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 to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• 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 to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
WARNING STATEMENT: Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume, and other relevant documents you submit, as well as through verification of references as appropriate. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance. The following questions will be used to determine your minimum qualifications for this position.
1.
Selective Placement Factor: This position requires skill in operating computers to prepare documents, access the internet and/or send and retrieve emails. Failure to affirm these skills will render you ineligible for this position.
2.
This position requires you to have a valid driver's license. Do you have a valid driver's license?
3.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for the GS-07 Construction Analyst. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select. Mark only 1 response.
4.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for the GS-09 Construction Analyst. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select. Mark only 1 response.
5.
Carefully read the following descriptions of experience and education. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for the GS-11 Construction Analyst. Make sure your resume supports the response that you select. Mark only 1 response.
6.
To receive proper credit, please indicate the month and year as well as the average hours worked per week for each employer. Average work hours must be stated on resume to quantify each period of work experience or that experience will not be credited toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. Did you include month and year as well as average hours worked per week in your resume/application for each position stated? Please answer below:
For each task in the following Competencies, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
7.
Determine construction characteristics of residential structures and business or commercial structures.
8.
Determine foundation type and material for residential and commercial structures.
9.
Review plans to determine the square footage of a building.
10.
Measure and calculate the square footage of a structure.
11.
Draw an accurate sketch including measurements.
12.
Determine the structural integrity of a building.
13.
Determine the cause and extent of damage to homes, businesses, and commercial facilities.
14.
Determine repair or replacement method for damaged residential and commercial structures.
15.
Determine disaster related damages versus pre-existing damages.
16.
Determine disaster related damages versus deferred maintenance.
17.
To support the responses you provided to questions 6-15, please indicate the position(s) in your resume that demonstrates your experience related to Building and Construction and the tasks listed above (provide position title, company and dates only).
18.
Determine the fair market values (FMV) for residential property or business property.
19.
Evaluate replacement or repair costs for personal and business property.
20.
Determine the replacement or repair costs for inventory, machinery & equipment, or furniture and fixtures.
21.
Determine the costs to repair or replace vehicles.
22.
Estimate the repair or replacement costs of commercial structures (i.e., marinas, hotels, hospitals, shopping centers or manufacturing plants).
23.
Estimate the costs to repair or replace structural elements of roof, framing, and foundations.
24.
Estimate the costs to repair or replace interior and exterior finishes.
25.
Determine the costs to repair or replace landscaping.
26.
Determine the costs to repair or replace retaining walls, fences, walkways, and driveways.
27.
Determine the costs to repair or replace plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
28.
To support the responses you provided to questions 17-26, please indicate the position(s) in your resume that demonstrates your experience related to Cost Estimation and Analysis and the tasks listed above (provide position title, company, and dates only).
29.
Navigate using a variety of computer software and application programs.
30.
Utilize computer software to determine repair and/or replacement estimates for real and personal property.
31.
Send and receive work over the internet via a computer or mobile device.
32.
Send and retrieve emails.
33.
Perform internet research to determine replacement cost of machinery and equipment.
34.
Perform internet research to determine replacement cost of furniture and fixtures.
35.
Perform internet research on various types of businesses.
36.
Draw a sketch using computer-aided technology.
37.
To support the responses you provided to questions 28-35, please indicate the position(s) in your resume that demonstrates your Computer Skills and the tasks listed above (provide position title, company, and dates only).
38.
Verbally communicate the extent of damage to a customer.
39.
Provide direction to other employees verbally.
40.
Set appointments to meet time critical goals.
41.
Effectively report to supervisor on daily updates and events verbally.
42.
To support the responses you provided to questions 37-40, please indicate the position(s) in your resume that demonstrates your Oral Communication skills and the tasks listed above (provide position title, company, and dates only).
43.
Provide concise, clear written communication to a customer.
44.
Effectively report to supervisor on daily updates and events in writing.
45.
Provide written instructions to staff.
46.
To support the responses you provided to questions 42-44, please indicate the position(s) in your resume that demonstrates your Writing skills and the tasks listed above (provide position title, company, and dates only).
As previously explained, your ratings in this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probation period. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) Understand this warning; 2) Have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) Verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
47.
Failure to agree to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position.
NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veteran preference documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50s) is accurate and received by the agency.