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Position Title
Senior Stakeholder Relationship Tax Consultant
Agency
Internal Revenue Service
Announcement Number
23-12079958L-WIB-0501-11 Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, August 31, 2023 to Thursday, September 14, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. IRS CTAP Candidate - Are you a current displaced or surplus IRS employee and:
  • you are located either within or outside thelocal 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, youMUST 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 ANDa 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 location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.

Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 1st location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
  • The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
  • Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
  • Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
  • Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
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3. In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.

Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 2nd location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
  • The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
  • Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
  • Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
  • If you do NOT have a 2nd priority, select "No additional priority location".
  • Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
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4. 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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5. 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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6. What is your Standard Employee Identifier (SEID)? (limit characters)
7. 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)
8. What is your current position title? (limit characters)
9. 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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10. Please enter the date of your most recent performance appraisal. (limit characters)
11. Please select the response that most accurately reflects your most recent performance appraisal or performance rating. (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-11 Level: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes: Experience with tax law to promote free tax assistance products and services to taxpayers and partners by planning and implementing marketing and communication plans to inform and educate customers; Experience developing marketing products and services; Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships, making oral presentations, and producing written products.
OR
PH.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field of study.
OR
Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field of study from an accredited college or university.
OR
LL.M. if related
OR
A combination of qualifying graduate education and experience as described above.


Which of the following is true about your education and/or experience?
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2. GS-11 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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3. Which of the following statements describe your work environment experiences? (limit characters)
4. Which of the following describes your work leadership experience? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
5. Have you had individual income tax law training? (limit characters)
6. What is your tax preparation experience? (limit characters)
7. Which of the following have you written? (limit characters)
8. Which of the following audiences have you provided a verbal presentation? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
9. Have you assisted in the development of marketing plans and/or the coordination of activities to promote products or services? (limit characters)
10. Which of the following have you used to conduct research? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
11. Have you reviewed tax returns for eligibility of earned income credit, child tax credit, exemptions, education credits and/or income for compliance? (limit characters)
12. Which statement best describes your workload? (limit characters)
13. Which of the following project management experiences have you provided assistance? (limit characters)
14. Which of the following statements describe your work environment experiences? (limit characters)
15. Which of the following describes your work leadership experience? (limit characters)
16. What is your tax preparation experience? (limit characters)
17. Which of the following research tools have you used to answer questions and teach about tax law? (limit characters)
18. Which of the following activities have you used regarding marketing and/or promotion of products and services? (limit characters)
19. Which of the following have you independently written? (limit characters)
20. Which of the following target audiences have you conducted a verbal presentation? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
21. Have you developed marketing plans and coordinated activities to promote products or services? (limit characters)
22. Which of the following have you used to extract, analyze and create a report to meet business objectives? (limit characters)
23. Which of the following have you used to promote tax compliance and achieve business results? (limit characters)
24. Which statement best describes your workload? (limit characters)
25. Which of the following statements describes your work environment experiences? (limit characters)
26. Which of the following describes your work leadership experience? (limit characters)
27. Which of the following have you had experience? (limit characters)
28. Which of the following activities have you used regarding marketing and/or promotion of products and services? (limit characters)
29. Which of the following target audiences have you provided verbal presentations? (limit characters)
30. Which of the following negotiating techniques do you use to establish partnerships? (limit characters)
31. Which of the following tools have you used for research to create a report to meet business results? (limit characters)
32. Which of the following have you done in your professional experience? (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
33. 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? (limit characters)
34. 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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