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Position Title
Records and Information Management Specialist
Agency
Veterans Benefits Administration
Announcement Number
CASK-11640823-22-ST Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, September 16, 2022 to Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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,
  • 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.

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.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  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.
(limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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Assessment 1
This section includes questions about the qualifications for the Appraiser GS 0308 9/11 grade vacancy. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this occupational questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Choose the answers below which best describe your specialized experience to qualify for each selected grade level. (limit characters)
1. Which of the following statements best describes your experience, which qualifies you for the Records Management Specialist position at the GS-09 level? Select only one response. (limit characters)
2. From the descriptions below, please select a response that best describes the level of education and/or experience you possess that demonstrates your ability and qualifications to perform the work of a Records and Information Management Specialist at the grade GS-11 level. Please select only one response. (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. Research laws, regulations, and policies governing the handling and storage of records and information management as they apply across business lines. (limit characters)
4. Maintain a log of all record management violations. (limit characters)
5. Identify emerging technology and trends relating to records management best practices. (limit characters)
6. Maintain a current listing of forms and rescinds forms from circulation as they are phased out. (limit characters)
7. Determine the appropriate method of destruction or disposal based on the sensitivity of records and information. (limit characters)
8. Ensure vital records are identified, inventoried and protected in an emergency (limit characters)
9. Serve as a facility point of contact and advisor for the maintenance, disposition or destruction of documents and associated information. (limit characters)
10. Develop metrics for an organization's record management program to ensure that sound information governance and accountability measures are in place. (limit characters)
11. Create reports to describe problems and deficiencies in a records and information management program, to include corrective actions as needed. (limit characters)
12. Create information management training policies, training guides, class schedules, and establish and document the training provided. (limit characters)
13. Create and implement facility policies and procedures regarding record and information management. (limit characters)
14. Create and submit forms to the Office of Management and Budget (or similar authority) to establish new forms for the efficient documentation of information. (limit characters)
15. Coordinate record management functions with Record Management Technicians, business lines and management. (limit characters)
16. Work with an organization's Chief Information Officer (CIO) and/or Information Technology (IT) office on electronic recordkeeping requirements, records management applications, and the technology challenges of accessing and maintaining records over time. (limit characters)
17. Conduct focused monitoring and auditing of records created, maintained and stored by an organization's business lines. (limit characters)
18. Collaborate concerning continuity of operations and emergency preparedness to ensure that records and information management is carried out through all contingency operations. (limit characters)
19. Determine the effect of new legislation on current record and information management procedures across all business lines of an organization. (limit characters)
20. Coordinate record management functions with Record Management Technicians, business lines and management. (limit characters)
21. Facilitate regular records management meetings and participates in other facility committees pertaining to the information lifecycle. (limit characters)
22. Work in conjunction with Regional Counsel, General Counsel, and the Information Security Officer (ISO) to research, determine, document and implement a process for administering legal holds and the resumption of records. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
23. 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 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 that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in not being considered for this position. (limit characters)