- Position Title
- Agricultural Marketing Specialist (Research)
- Agency
- Agricultural Marketing Service
- Announcement Number
- DE-1169434-23-TM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, October 21, 2022 to Thursday, October 27, 2022
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
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.
2.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
3.
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?
4.
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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Are you a retiree receiving a civilian Federal or FSA County Annuity?
3.
Have you ever received a voluntary separation incentive payment (VSIP or buyout) to leave the Federal civilian service or FSA County position?
4.
Are you a current or former: Political appointee, Presidential appointee, and/or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointee?
Core Questions
1.
Has your work schedule been full-time, i.e., 35-40 hours per week, for every position listed on your resume or OF-612?
If yes, please type Yes.
If no, please type No and include the following in your response for all positions held: position title, employer, dates employed (MM/DD/YY), work schedule (i.e., Full-Time (FT), Part-Time (PT), etc.), and hours/week. Please list in order with current/most recent position first.
Failure to provide all requested information may prevent us from giving credit for experience.
If yes, please type Yes.
If no, please type No and include the following in your response for all positions held: position title, employer, dates employed (MM/DD/YY), work schedule (i.e., Full-Time (FT), Part-Time (PT), etc.), and hours/week. Please list in order with current/most recent position first.
Failure to provide all requested information may prevent us from giving credit for experience.
2.
I understand for information on the status of my application and the outcome of the application process, I (the applicant) must inquire through USAJOBS. No separate notification will be sent to me. To view the status of my application and the outcome of the application process, I must go to the USAJOBS website and log into My Account. Once in My Account, I must enter the "Application Status" section of the website.
3.
I understand submission of supporting documentation, e.g., transcripts, DD 214, 50B, performance appraisal may be required for this position. I also understand that my application will not be considered if the required supporting documentation is not submitted or is not submitted in accordance with the time frames indicated in the announcement.
4.
I understand that any correspondence necessary will be conducted via e-mail and sent to the e-mail address I provided in this application process. I must keep this e-mail address current.
5.
I understand that, if selected, I may be required to establish and/or maintain a home address for my official duty station as stated in the vacancy announcement prior to start of employment.
6.
This announcement has an applicant cap. Please refer to the announcement for more information.
I understand the announcement will be removed from USAJOBS at 11:59 PM ET on the day the applicant cap is reached and applications are not considered if submitted after the announcement has been removed.
I understand the announcement will be removed from USAJOBS at 11:59 PM ET on the day the applicant cap is reached and applications are not considered if submitted after the announcement has been removed.
Assessment 1
1.
Please select the response that best describes your experience as it relates to the GS-1146-12.
2.
Please select the response that best describes your experience as it relates to the GS-1146-13.
3.
I have direct experience and am proficient at performing the following functions concerning the marketing of agricultural commodities:
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
Qualitative analysis: The systematic analysis and interpretation of numerical and non-numerical data to determine underlying patterns and meanings in business operations. Qualitative research generally uses techniques such as content analysis or non-structured and structured interviews. I have individually conducted qualitative research that included planning, data collection, and analysis.
5.
Quantitative analysis: The systematic analysis and interpretation of business data to describe and explain key business processes and/or practices. Quantitative analysis typically uses techniques such as surveys, sampling, analysis of large databases, analysis of business records, and financial statements. I have individually conducted quantitative research that included planning, data collection, and analysis.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Developing educational materials aimed at enhancing the efficiency or profitability of current agricultural commodity marketing, distribution, or transportation practices.
7.
I have direct experience and am proficient at coordinating agricultural marketing research with the following individuals or groups:
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
8.
I routinely maintain close liaison with representatives from appropriate agencies and organizations to share knowledge of ongoing programs, leverage available resources, and ensure that duplication of effort is minimized in program development.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Organizing and conducting technical training or other industry seminars designed to enhance producer access to emerging or expanding distribution channels for food and fiber products.
10.
Preparing a written report of research results for use by others for information and guidance.
11.
Preparing written briefing materials and reports on agricultural marketing trends, issues, and policies.
12.
Which of the following have you been responsible for performing as a regular part of jobs you have held?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Conducting agricultural marketing research?
14.
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.