- Position Title
- Policy Advisor
- Agency
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy
- Announcement Number
- DE-24-PHIL-OASP-12339194-MS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 1, 2024 to Friday, March 15, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former DOL employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which you received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• You are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• You are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent
Note: To verify your eligibility, you must submit copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a reduction in force (RIF) separation notice, a SF50 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.
• You are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• You are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent
Note: To verify your eligibility, you must submit copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a reduction in force (RIF) separation notice, a SF50 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than DOL who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which you received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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?
Note: To verify your eligibility, you must submit copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a reduction in force (RIF) separation notice, a SF50 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.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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?
Note: To verify your eligibility, you must submit copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a reduction in force (RIF) separation notice, a SF50 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
I understand that the responses I selected in this questionnaire must be fully supported by detailed descriptions of my work experiences in my resume. In the event that my responses are not supported by my resume, the human resources office will amend my responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency demonstrated in my resume.
3.
I understand submission of supporting documentation, e.g., transcripts, DD-214, SF-50, most recent performance appraisal dated within 18 months (or a reason explaining why one cannot be provided) may be required for this position. I also understand that my application will not be considered if the required supporting documentation is not submitted or is not submitted in accordance with the time frames indicated in the announcement.
4.
Where did you first learn about this Department of Labor (DOL) job opportunity?
5.
Please provide the name of the institution/college/university or organization/program/network where you first heard about this Department of Labor (DOL) job opportunity. If you learned about this DOL job opportunity through a DOL Sponsored Career Fair, please provide the name of the career fair. If not applicable, please enter N/A.
(limit 250 characters)
Core Questions
1.
Are you a current Federal employee?
2.
If you selected "Other", please enter the agency and organization. If not applicable, please enter N/A.
(limit 250 characters)
3.
If you are a current Federal employee, what is your duty station? [City, State] (If not applicable, please enter N/A.)
(limit 250 characters)
4.
If you are, or ever were, a Federal civilian employee, please indicate pay plan of the highest graded position you held.
5.
If you selected "Other", please enter the Pay Plan. If not applicable, please enter N/A.
(limit 100 characters)
6.
If you are, or ever were, a Federal civilian employee, please indicate the highest-grade level you held.
7.
If you are, or ever were, a Federal civilian employee, please indicate the dates of the highest title, series, graded position you held (MM-YYYY to MM-YYYY or Present, or if not applicable, please enter N/A.).
Note: Time-In-Grade restrictions apply in relation to advancement to General Schedule positions of employees in the competitive service. (limit 150 characters)
Note: Time-In-Grade restrictions apply in relation to advancement to General Schedule positions of employees in the competitive service. (limit 150 characters)
8.
If you are, or were, a Federal employee who held a permanent position in the competitive service, what is the highest full performance level* of that position?
*Full Performance Level: The highest grade level in an employment career ladder. For example, if the position is a Secretary, grade GS-5 with a target grade or promotion potential to GS-7, the GS-7 grade level is the full performance grade level of the position. It is the highest grade in the Secretary position's employment career ladder (i.e., GS-5, GS-6, GS-7).
*Full Performance Level: The highest grade level in an employment career ladder. For example, if the position is a Secretary, grade GS-5 with a target grade or promotion potential to GS-7, the GS-7 grade level is the full performance grade level of the position. It is the highest grade in the Secretary position's employment career ladder (i.e., GS-5, GS-6, GS-7).
9.
May we contact your current supervisor for a reference?
10.
Does the Department of Labor employ any member of your family?
11.
If yes to previous question, please provide the name, relationship, organization in which employed, and location if known. If not applicable, please enter N/A.
(limit 250 characters)
12.
If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959, have you registered with the Selective Service System?
13.
If you are a male at least 18 years of age, born after December 31, 1959 AND you have NOT registered with the Selective Service System, do you have an approved exemption?
Note: You will be asked to provide a copy of the exemption prior to the interview and selection.
Note: You will be asked to provide a copy of the exemption prior to the interview and selection.
14.
Are you a retiree receiving a Federal annuity, either military or civilian?
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
Note: If you are an annuitant, your salary or annuity may be reduced upon employment.
15.
Have you accepted a buyout from a Federal agency within the past 5 years?
16.
For DOL employees only, what is your bargaining unit status?
17.
The Department of Labor does not recognize academic degrees (including any coursework leading to a degree) from secondary schools that are not authorized by the state, or post-secondary educational institutions that are not accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education. Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an authorized or accredited institution will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service. Please check the appropriate box.
Note: You can verify your school's accreditation through its registrar's office.
Note: You can verify your school's accreditation through its registrar's office.
18.
Are you currently serving or have you served in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?
19.
Please indicate your most recent performance appraisal rating from your most recent performance appraisal (within 18 months).
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Policy Advisor position with Department of Labor, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy (OASP). 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.
1.
Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Policy Advisor at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
2.
Select the statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Policy Advisor at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
3.
Select the statement that best describes your experience developing project management plans to ensure responsibilities and delegations for activities and desired outcomes are clear.
4.
Please select the tasks that you have performed as a regular part of your job. (Select all that apply)
5.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience building consensus on contentious issues to advance the Department's mission.
6.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience advising agency leadership on policy matters and providing analysis and recommendations for effective resolution and development of policy.
7.
Please select from the list below the regulatory development tasks you have performed. (Select all that apply)
8.
Which of the following describes your experience in editing documents or correspondence involving moderately complex or technical information? (Select all that apply)
9.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience drafting decision memos and briefing documents that provide background, present options, and make recommendations for management.
10.
Select the statement that most accurately describes your experience with writing regulations, procedures, and/or complex technical documents.
11.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience participating in meetings, working groups, or task groups and/or conversations to discuss policy issues and/or regulatory project progress.
12.
In which of the following events have you communicated verbally or made oral presentations? (Select all that apply)
13.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience serving as a liaison with other government offices, industry, and/or consumer groups for coordination of regulatory activities and/or cross-office policy programs.
14.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience providing technical briefings and communications on issues on behalf of management.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
15.
Do you have experience communicating in writing, using discretion and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive program or administrative issues? If yes, provide specific examples of your experience in your resume.
16.
Select those statements that describe your experience in decision-making and problem solving (select all that apply):
17.
From the answer options that follow, please select the response that best describes your experience identifying and analyzing policy issues, making decisions, and providing solutions.
18.
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 C.F.R. 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.