- Position Title
- Victim Witness Specialist
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-USPP-23-11992691-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 12, 2023 to Thursday, June 22, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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 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.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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.
5.
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?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Victim Witness Specialist position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Victim Witness Specialist position
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Victim Witness Specialist work at the GS-11 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
2.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Victim Witness Specialist work at the GS-12 level or equivalent. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Conduct intake assessments with victims to prioritize their requirements.
4.
Maintain contact with clients to provide follow-up support as needed.
5.
Advise victims to ensure understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
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Provide guidance to victims of crimes to ensure they understand the required medical and legal procedures.
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Refer victims to other support services based on personal circumstances.
8.
Assess the urgency of a case to implement an appropriate response in a crisis situation.
Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Maintain client records to comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
10.
Compile data on crimes requiring victim services to complete reports or prgram evaluations.
11.
Gathers information from a variety of sources and databases in order to provide quality service.
12.
Document incidents in multiple formats with little or no revision.
Teaching Others: Helps others learn through formal or informal methods; identifies training needs; provides constructive feedback; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Develop and administer training programs to internal customers.
14.
Writes articles on Victim Witness Assistance and administers to internal customers to promote awareness.
15.
Coordinates the participation of internal customers concering victim assistance matters.
Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Evaluates gaps in victim services and identifies resources promoting victim's
17.
Develop new ideas, techniques, and program modifications, to ensure a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and victim-centered approach.
18.
Serve as a program manager for victim assistance matters.
Manages and Organizes Information: Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Identify resources in the public sector available to offer similar support for installation community members.
20.
Coordinate with community organizations or agencies to obtain professional and support services for victims.
21.
Use data gathered to participate in public events to promote victim assistance services.
Verification Statement
22.
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 CFR part 731). I understand that 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.