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Position Title
Procurement Analyst
Agency
U.S. Agency for International Development
Announcement Number
24-DHA-HRC0421722 Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, March 21, 2024 to Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2.

Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

 For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources:  https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

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3. Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who: 

• Is on Active Duty for more than 180 days other than for training?

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Are you the spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who has a disability rating of 100 percent due to injury while on active duty?

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Are you the un-remarried widow or widower of a member of the Armed Forces killed while in active duty status?

To verify your eligibility: You are required to submit acceptable documentation of your eligibility which may include:
  • documentation to support active duty service for more than 180 consecutive days (current military orders/statement of service)
  • verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage);
  • verification of the member's 100 percent disability; (VA Letter AND the service members DD-214) and/or;
  • verification of the member's death while on active duty. (DD-1300)


Additionally, you may need to submit a Standard Form-15 (SF-15), an Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference, and applicable supporting documents as noted on the form. To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
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4.

Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• 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.

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5.

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:

• 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.

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6. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of a disability letter stating that you have an intellectual disability, severe physical disability or psychiatric disability. You can get this letter from your doctor, a licensed medical professional, a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist or any federal, state or local agency that issues or provides disability benefits.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
2. Are you currently, or have you been within the last 5 years, a Presidential appointee (with or without Senate confirmation), Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, an appointee serving in a political capacity under an agency-specific authority, or a Noncareer SES employee in the Executive Branch? (limit characters)
3. Where did you hear about us? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying for the position of Procurement Analyst, GS-1102-13/14, with the United States Agency for International Development. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Basic Requirement GS-13 and above: Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Procurement Analyst at the GS-13 and above grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service. (limit characters)
2. Specialized Experience GS-13; You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

Select the one statement that best describes the education and or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Procurement Analyst at the GS-1102-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.. Your resume must support the response you select.
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3. Specialized Experience GS-14; You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Procurement Analyst at the GS-1102-14 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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4. Select the statements that describe your experience communicating in writing. (limit characters)
5. Describe your experience with preparing written documents. (limit characters)
6. Which of the following describe(s) your experience communicating information to high-ranking management officials in Federal and/or private sector organizations? (limit characters)
7. Choose the statement that best describes your experience in writing instructional material (e.g., instructions, guidance, procedures, justifications, directives, guidelines) for implementation of regulations and organizational procedures. (limit characters)
8. Choose the statement that best describes your experience researching and interpreting policy in order to provide guidance and assistance to customers. (limit characters)
9. Choose the statement that best describes your experience assisting with the analysis and interpretation of procurement and assistance laws, regulations and other relevant material and in the development of policy and guidance using knowledge of federal procurement regulations, contracting principles and grants/assistance regulations, policies and procedures. (limit characters)
10. Which statements describe your experience gathering and evaluating information and data? (limit characters)
11. Describe your experience in performing analytical and evaluative activities, studies or projects. (limit characters)