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Position Title
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (RECRUITMENT & PLACEMENT)
Agency
Office of the Secretary of the Interior
Announcement Number
IBC-23-DE-11989010HD Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 to Friday, June 9, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities? 

 I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the agency hiring for this position; and 

  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and 

  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and 

  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. 

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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Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?  

  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position; and 

  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and 

  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and 

  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. 

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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4. Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?

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Assessment 1
For items 1 and 2, please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position. (limit characters)
1. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire will be 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 provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
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2. Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a credit check?
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We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
3. Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education level that demonstrates you meet the Minimum Qualification requirements to perform the duties of a Human Resources Assistant (RECR/PLCMT), GS-0203-05.
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
4. Code a variety of personnel actions in an automated personnel/payroll system in accordance with the standard operating procedures and guidance.
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5. Obtain new employee documentation, review for completeness, and process in an automated personnel/payroll system.
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6. Scan and index employee documents in electronic Official Personnel File (eOPF) or similar system in accordance with the Guide to Personnel Record Keeping.
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7. Maintain both physical and electronic files and records to ensure the integrity and security of sensitive information.
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8. Work collaboratively in a team setting to accomplish goals work assignments.
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9. Attend team meetings and group discussions and provide productive information to foster overarching engagement and process improvements.
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10. Receive and direct visitors and incoming calls to appropriate personnel.
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11. Consult with HR staff and customers to accomplish work assignments.
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12. Maintain composure under stressful situations when dealing with a variety of people.
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13. Answer telephone and greet visitors in a polite, professional and helpful manner.
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14. Respond to basic questions from applicants on how to apply for vacancies by phone.
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15. Prepare meeting notes and distribute to appropriate staff members.
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16. Document processes to be used by internal office staff to complete HR work.
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17. Respond to basic questions from applicants on how to apply for vacancies in writing.
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18. Use correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax and required formats in writing and editing information.
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