- Position Title
- Instructional Systems Specialist
- Agency
- Office of Personnel Management
- Announcement Number
- 24-12432263-AMS-MP Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, June 7, 2024 to Friday, June 21, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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?
Please mark "YES" to ALL eligibility options below for which you wish to be considered for, we can ONLY verify eligibility options for which you claim and provide proper documentation, see required documents section. If you fail to select at least one eligibility below or you select an eligibility that you do not provide proof of, your application may be marked INELIGIBLE as out of the area of consideration. The full performance level of this position is GS-13.
3.
Are you a current employee of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service? If yes, confirm you meet all of the following requirements:
- You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
- Your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy;
- Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
4.
Are you a current Federal Employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service?
5.
Competitive Merit Promotion
Are you a current OPM employee who holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service? (Internal OPM employees only)
Are you a current OPM employee who holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service? (Internal OPM employees only)
6.
Non-Competitive
Are you a current OPM employee who holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position in the competitive service at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced? (Internal OPM employees only and must have held the Promotion Potential i.e. the full performance level posted in announcement.)
Are you a current OPM employee who holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (non-temporary) position in the competitive service at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced? (Internal OPM employees only and must have held the Promotion Potential i.e. the full performance level posted in announcement.)
7.
Are you a current or former federal employee who meets the definition of displaced (CFR 330.702) from a position in the competitive service from a Federal agency? If yes, confirm you meet all of the following requirements:
- You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
- Your grade is/was equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy;
- Your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent;
- It has been less than a year from your separation from Federal service (see ICTAP eligibility period CFR 330.708.)
8.
Are you a current or former employee of a Land Management Agency and are serving or served under a time-limited competitive service appointment? This service is qualifying for consideration under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, P.L. 114-47
9.
Are you a former permanent, competitive-service employee of the Federal Government OR veterans' preference eligible who held a career or career-conditional (non-time-limited) appointment eligible for reinstatement?
If you are, your previous SF-50 will reflect career status, Tenure 1 in box 24 OR
Your previous SF-50 will reflect career-conditional status: Tenure 2 in box 24 and you will have separated within the last three years OR
Your previous SF-50 will reflect career-conditional status: Tenure 2 in box 24 and you have veterans preference.
If you are, your previous SF-50 will reflect career status, Tenure 1 in box 24 OR
Your previous SF-50 will reflect career-conditional status: Tenure 2 in box 24 and you will have separated within the last three years OR
Your previous SF-50 will reflect career-conditional status: Tenure 2 in box 24 and you have veterans preference.
10.
Are you a Current Federal Employee who currently holds a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service and has held a permanent (not time limited) position in the competitive service at the same or higher full performance level as the position being announced? (Must have held the Promotion Potential i.e. the full performance level posted in announcement.)
11.
Are you eligible for consideration under VEOA? This includes:
- preference eligible (defined in title 5 U.S.C. 2108(3)), OR
- veterans who substantially completed 3 or more years of active service under honorable conditions.
Preferences
1.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
2.
What is the highest grade you have held on a non-temporary basis in the federal service? If you have never held a federal position, please type "N/A".
3.
What was the date of the promotion/appointment for the highest grade held above? Your response will assist in verifying the time-in-grade requirement. If you have never held a federal position, please type "N/A".
4.
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Instructional Systems Specialist position with the Office of Personnel Management. 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.
Please select one response that best describes how you meet the basic education requirement for 1750, Professional Instructional Systems Series.
INSTRUCTIONS: You must have one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level. You must include evidence of this specialized experience in your resume, including the dates of experience (month/year) and hours worked per week to be considered qualified for this position.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Do you have one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level in: conducting training needs assessments to determine the requirements for the revision of existing instructional systems or the development of new training material?
2a.
Please indicate the dates of employment where you performed these duties. List the month and year that began and ended the employment. For example: From January 2010- February 2015
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Do you have one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level in: collaborating with program offices to conduct employee skill and competency gap assessments and develop short-term and long-term plans that will help address gaps?
3a.
Please indicate the dates of employment where you performed these duties. List the month and year that began and ended the employment. For example: From January 2010- February 2015
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
Do you have one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level in: designing and delivering training content, materials, and development programs?
4a.
Please indicate the dates of employment where you performed these duties. List the month and year that began and ended the employment. For example: From January 2010- February 2015
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
5.
Do you have one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level in: applying adult learning methodology and systemic instructional design approach for the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) of training and learning materials and activities?
5a.
Please indicate the dates of employment where you performed these duties. List the month and year that began and ended the employment. For example: From January 2010- February 2015
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
6.
Do you have one full year of specialized experience that is at least equivalent in difficulty and complexity to work performed at the GS-12 grade level in: utilizing the appropriate delivery format and technology to include traditional and new media modalities (e.g., learning management systems, e-learning, video, instructor-led training, virtual classroom, blended learning, coaching, mentoring, classroom, and more)?
6a.
Please indicate the dates of employment where you performed these duties. List the month and year that began and ended the employment. For example: From January 2010- February 2015
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
This experience must be fully supported in your resume to be found qualified.
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below.
7.
Assess training needs and skills gaps by conducting training needs assessments using various techniques such as job interviews, questionnaires, and direct observation to make program improvements.
8.
Review and analyze feedback, evaluations, and recommendations to make program improvements.
9.
Consult with departments and stakeholders on the training and development of their staff.
10.
Analyze training needs and skill gaps to determine learning objectives and tasks for instructional events and course content.
11.
Evaluate current education and training programs in order to recommend updates and changes to improve agency-wide competency management.
12.
Evaluate all aspects of current education and training programs to develop policies, procedures, and standards for agency-wide application.
13.
Design and develop training programs, materials and activities using adult learning methodology and systemic instructional design approach.
14.
Implement and evaluate training programs and activities using adult learning methodology and instructional design approach.
15.
Develop performance measures and modify programs based on feedback and evaluation results.
16.
Modify performance measures and assess the effectiveness of learning programs based on feedback and evaluation results.
17.
Identify and apply appropriate delivery formats and technologies for training, including traditional and new media modalities (e.g., e-learning, video, instructor-led training, virtual classroom, blended learning, coaching, mentoring, classroom, and more)..
18.
Collaborate with departments and stakeholders to determine audience size, schedule training sessions, and ensure course content remains relevant.
19.
Conduct research, design, develop, and implement training and assessment efforts.
20.
Identify and integrate various media formats for use in instructional projects and programs.
21.
Evaluate the effectiveness of web-based and technology-based instructional applications.
22.
Continuously evaluate existing courseware to identify and incorporate improvements based on audience needs and new developments.
23.
Evaluate learning outcomes, recommend improvements, and design learning programs to address skill and competency gaps.
24.
Apply section 508 accessibility standards to learning and development content, materials and programs.
25.
Act as a project manager for the design, development, and implementation of training programs and courses.
26.
Provide guidance, consultation, and advisory services to management and employees on training programs and policies.
27.
Provide train-the-trainer and subject matter consultation to ensure instructional design and delivery efficacy.
28.
Manage learning management systems and curriculum management systems for deploying courseware.
29.
Develop technology-based learning solutions using various modalities and software.
30.
Coordinate seminar logistics, including facilitators, speakers, supplies, agendas, and transportation.
31.
Coordinate seminars and associated activities by drafting, reviewing, and disseminating necessary documentation.
32.
Develop and input information to support contract requirements and procurement activities.
33.
Create and deliver presentations and reports on the status and effectiveness of learning programs both orally and in written documentation.
34.
Analyze learning problems to determine learning objectives and tasks for instructional events and course content.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
35.
Have you received awards or been recognized as part of your annual performance appraisal for work that was based on performance of one or more of the competencies described for this position? Due weight of this recognition will be given in the evaluation process. You may submit documentation of this recognition.
Please take this opportunity to review your ratings to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and; 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
36.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.