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Position Title
Human Resources Assistant (Human Resource Development / Delivery) 12 MONTH ROSTER (AMENDED)
Agency
Internal Revenue Service
Announcement Number
23-11875542P-SBB-0203-5T7 Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 to Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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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).
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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).
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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.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. 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.
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3. 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.
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4. What is your Standard Employee Identifier (SEID)? (limit characters)
5. 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)
6. What is your current position title? (limit characters)
7. 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.
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8. Please enter the date of your most recent performance appraisal. (limit characters)
9. Please select the response that most accurately reflects your most recent performance appraisal or performance rating. (limit characters)
10. Single Select. (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)
1. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-05:
To be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-4) in the Federal Government. Specialized experience for this position includes: Applying standard procedures and requirements relating to personnel programs (e.g., education and training) to perform or explain a variety of clerical duties. Following procedures to refer problems, provide information, and resolve personnel (e.g., training) issues. Experience using automated systems to input, review, and approve data. OR You may substitute education for experience as follows: A Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of education above high school in any field of study from an accredited college or university. OR You may qualify with an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Which of the following is true about your education or specialized experience for the GS-5 level?
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2. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-06:
To be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-5) in the Federal Government. Specialized experience for this position includes: Applying human resource development policies, rules, and procedures to provide advice and information to employees and managers on various training matters (e.g., setting up training room, scheduling the training). Experience with verbal and written communication skills to solicit information, provide advice, prepare report narratives, basic instructions on training processes, and/or to assist in preparing course material. An example of specialized experience is being a member of an instructor cadre and/or as a training instructor.

Which of the following is true about your specialized experience for the GS-6 level?
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3. 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.
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4. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-07:
To be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-6) in the Federal Government. Specialized experience for this position includes: Working knowledge of program policies and procedures sufficient to analyze and evaluate information, interpret guidance, draw conclusions, effectively coordinate studies and projects, make recommendations, and provide effective support relative to the position. Experience with oral and written communication skills sufficient to meet and deal effectively with employees, management, and others to accomplish program assignments.

Which of the following is true about your specialized experience for the GS-7 level?
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5.

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 for the GS-7.

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6. Which of the following tasks have you completed at a workgroup meeting? (limit characters)
7. Which of the following describes your experience(s) relating to assisting with training sessions or informational events? (limit characters)
8. Which of the following tasks describe your experience? (limit characters)
9. Which of the following tasks describe your experience? (limit characters)
10. Which of the following describes your experience(s) using an automated system to request and maintain space/room reservations for training or events (e.g., the Resource Scheduler system)? (limit characters)
11. Which of the following administrative issues have you assisted customers with? (limit characters)
12. Which of the following best describes how you resolved a technical issue or problem? (limit characters)
13. Which of the following statements describe your experiences working with customers? (limit characters)
14. Which of the following describes your experience using a virtual system (e.g., Saba, CENTRA, Skype, Zoom)? (limit characters)
15. Which of the following items have you researched and input into a customer's learning history account/profile in an automated learning management system (e.g., Integrated Talent Management system-ITM)? (limit characters)
16. Which of the following describes your experience managing your workload and time utilization? (limit characters)
17. Which of the following describes your experience? (limit characters)
18. Which of the following best describes your experience setting your workload priorities? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
19. 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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20. 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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