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Position Title
Grants Management Specialist
Agency
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Announcement Number
OSMRE-23-ETA-018(DEU) Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, May 22, 2023 to Monday, June 12, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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Do you wish to be considered under CTAP?
To be eligible for Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), a person must:

Be a current or former permanent competitive status DOI federal employee displaced from a position in the same local commuting area of the vacancy with a current (or last) performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent.

To claim eligibility under CTAP, you must submit the following documentation with your application:

Copies of the appropriate documentation which includes:

  • Reduction in force (RIF) separation notice;
  • SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area;
  • You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record.
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Do you wish to be considered under ICTAP?
To be eligible for Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), a person must:

Be a current or former permanent competitive status federal employee displaced from a position in a non-DOI federal agency (e.g., IRS, VA, Department of Labor, etc.) in the same local commuting area of the vacancy with a current (or last) performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent.

To claim eligibility under ICTAP, you must submit the following documentation with your application:

Copies of the appropriate documentation which includes:

  • Reduction in force (RIF) separation notice;
  • SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area;
  • You MUST also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record.
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Preferences
1. It is your responsibility to ensure that your resume and correct documents are uploaded and received. Please, verify during the application process on the "application review page" that you have uploaded the appropriate documentation as stated in the required documents section of the vacancy announcement. No documentation will be accepted after the closing date of the announcement. I understand that it is my responsibility that I must submit a resume and all required supporting documentation prior to the closing date of the announcement. (limit characters)
2. What attracted you to this position? (limit characters)
3. If you have ever held a Federal position please indicate your pay plan, highest grade held, and dates held below (e.g. GS-13; 08/15/11 - 08/15/12). If applying based on noncompetitive eligibility and if you do not have prior Federal service, please type "N/A" in the text box below. (limit 100 characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy. Please select the response that best reflects how you meet the qualification requirements for this position. (limit characters)
1. Select the statement that most closely matches your experience as defined in the vacancy announcement for the GS-13 grade level.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
2. Do you have at least one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level performing detailed budget analysis on grant applications and modifications? (limit characters)
3. Do you have at least one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level monitoring performance of grant recipients through review of financial and performance status reports? (limit characters)
4. Do you have at least one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level providing peer review and oversight of financial assistance actions, including pre-award, selection, and post-award functions? (limit characters)
5. Do you have at least one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level providing guidance to staff on the interpretation and application of rules and regulations related to grants or cooperative agreements (such as the Federal Grant or Cooperative Agreement Act; 2 CFR 200-230)? (limit characters)
From the descriptions below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the requirements for the position. Read all responses before making your selection. You are required to answer every question in the questionnaire. YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM IN THE QUESTIONNAIRE IN ORDER TO BE FOUND QUALIFIED AND CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. (limit characters)
6. During which phase of the grant management process would a risk assessment be conducted?
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7. A statement of substantial involvement
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8. Which subpart of the 2 CFR 200 covers unallowable costs?
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9. The Central Service Cost Allocation Plan relates to:
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10. A Federally-Approved Indirect Rate Agreement is attained from:
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11. Which of the following relates to Indirect Cost calculations?
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12. Federal Financial Reports must be collected with the frequency required by the terms and conditions of the Federal award, but no less frequently than ___________ nor more frequently than ____________ except in unusual circumstances.
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13. The recipient must submit, no later than _______ calendar days after the end date of the period of performance, all financial, performance, and other reports as required by the terms and conditions of the Federal award?
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14. Capital expenditures for special purpose equipment are allowable as direct costs, provided that items with a unit cost of $5,000 or more are:
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15. Costs of alcoholic beverages are:
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
16. Collaborates with others or works on teams to accomplish work-related activities.
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17. Serves as a liaison between government personnel (inside and outside the organization), representatives of business and industry, trade and professional associations, the media, or the public.
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18. Communicates verbally with individuals at all levels, including confidential and sensitive matters
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19. Exercises tact and diplomacy when interacting with individuals within and outside of the office.
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20. Mentors, trains, or advises other personnel and the public concerning program or contract requirements and proper application.
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21. Deals with highly divergent points of view and persuades when necessary.

MCMS
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22. Which of the following leadership functions have you performed in work unit or team assignments? (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
23. Do you possess a valid state Driver's license?
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24. This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Grants Management certification from an approved organization. The certification is required in order to be appointed as a DOI Grants Officer with the authority to sign awards, modifications, terminations, and other actions associated with financial assistance instruments within the prescribed limits of his/her delegation.
I certify that I am willing to obtain a Grants Management certification if selected for employment.
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