- Position Title
- Historian
- Agency
- Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
- Announcement Number
- DE-12442379-24-ALR Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, June 14, 2024 to Tuesday, June 18, 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 political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
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- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
3.
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
• your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy or has greater promotion potential than the grade level of the vacancy
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), and most recent performance appraisal showing a rating of record that is at least fully successful or equivalent. For more information, review https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or above the grade level of the vacancy or has greater promotion potential than the grade level of the vacancy
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
You will be required to submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of ICTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), and most recent performance appraisal showing a rating of record that is at least fully successful or equivalent. For more information, review https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/
4.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Military Reserve (MR) & National Guard (NG) Preference Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement (PPP Disability)
I am a Military Reserve or National Guard Technician who will be or has been involuntarily medically retired due to a service-connected medical disability that disqualifies me from military membership or from holding my required military grade, and have applied for or am receiving a disability retirement annuity.
I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area.
I understand that the positions for which I am applying must be at the same grade or equivalent level, tenure, and work schedule as the position held currently or upon separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate 'yes' to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
I am a Military Reserve or National Guard Technician who will be or has been involuntarily medically retired due to a service-connected medical disability that disqualifies me from military membership or from holding my required military grade, and have applied for or am receiving a disability retirement annuity.
I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area.
I understand that the positions for which I am applying must be at the same grade or equivalent level, tenure, and work schedule as the position held currently or upon separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate 'yes' to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
5.
You are eligible for this hiring category if you are a spouse of a member of the Armed Forces serving on active duty who has permanent change of station (PCS) orders (not for training).
Documents required to be submitted with Application for Military Spouse Preference Eligible:
(NOTE: DoD agencies may require additional documentation. Please refer to the announcement to ensure that all required documentation is submitted with your application. It is highly recommended that you save all these documents to your USAJOBS account in order to facilitate applying to multiple positions.)
Military Spouses with prior Federal work experience:
- Limited to the geographic area as specified in the PCS orders. This includes the surrounding area which people reasonably can be expected to travel daily to and from work.
- Must relocate with the service member to be eligible.
- Must be currently located in the commuting area to be authorized preference.
Documents required to be submitted with Application for Military Spouse Preference Eligible:
(NOTE: DoD agencies may require additional documentation. Please refer to the announcement to ensure that all required documentation is submitted with your application. It is highly recommended that you save all these documents to your USAJOBS account in order to facilitate applying to multiple positions.)
Military Spouses with prior Federal work experience:
- Narrative resume
- PCS orders
- Marriage certificate or license
- SF-50s, if applicable (e.g., LWOP, highest grade held, overseas appointments, etc.)
- Documentation of performance rating of record (dated within the last 12 months), if applicable
- Signed self-certification checklist
- Veteran's preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
- Transcripts, if applicable
- Narrative resume
- PCS orders
- Marriage certificate or license
- Signed self-certification checklist
- Veterans' preference documentation (e.g. DD 214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
- Transcripts, if applicable
6.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible:
I am currently on retained grade based on receiving a written RIF notification letter of a change to lower grade, or a notification letter of a classification downgrade
dated within the last 2 years. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions at my retained grade, within my local commuting area.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the "Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist" and copies of the appropriate
documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted or declined a job offer for permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
I am currently on retained grade based on receiving a written RIF notification letter of a change to lower grade, or a notification letter of a classification downgrade
dated within the last 2 years. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions at my retained grade, within my local commuting area.
NOTE 1: If you indicate "yes" for this statement, you must submit a copy of the "Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist" and copies of the appropriate
documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not accepted or declined a job offer for permanent Federal employment at your retained grade, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
7.
PPP DoD Mil Reserve (MR) & Nat"l Guard (NG) Pref Eligible Tech Rec Dis Retirement (PPP Disability)
I am an MR or NG Reserve Technician who will lose or has lost my military membership through no fault of my own after completing at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area in accordance with Section 3329(b) of Title 5 U.S.C. This preference eligibility is valid for 1 year after separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate 'yes' to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG {through no fault of your own) and that you have completed a least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
I am an MR or NG Reserve Technician who will lose or has lost my military membership through no fault of my own after completing at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement. I am exercising my preference eligibility to DoD positions within my local commuting area in accordance with Section 3329(b) of Title 5 U.S.C. This preference eligibility is valid for 1 year after separation.
NOTE 1: If you indicate 'yes' to this question, you must submit a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG {through no fault of your own) and that you have completed a least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
NOTE 2: By using this eligibility, you certify that you have not obtained permanent Federal employment, nor have you accepted or declined a PPP job offer.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying to the Historian, GS-0170-12/13, with the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency.
1.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
The History occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one response which describes your educational background. Education above the high school level must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts are required at the time of application.
The History occupation has specific educational requirements which apply to all positions. From the options below, select the one response which describes your educational background. Education above the high school level must have been completed in a U.S. college, university, or other educational institution that has been accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts are required at the time of application.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR GS-13:
In addition to the education requirement, you must also meet the one year of specialized experience requirement. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Historian at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
In addition to the education requirement, you must also meet the one year of specialized experience requirement. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Historian at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR GS-12:
In addition to the education requirement, you must also meet the one year of specialized experience requirement. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Historian at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
In addition to the education requirement, you must also meet the one year of specialized experience requirement. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Historian at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
This position has Conditions of Employment that must be obtained prior to your start date and maintained for the duration of this employment.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
This position requires you to pass screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subsequent periodic drug screening thereafter. Are you willing to meet the drug testing requirements?
5.
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP components. A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority. Are you willing to meet the security clearance requirements?
6.
This position requires you to work other than normal hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime. Are you willing to meet this requirement?
7.
This position may require up to 30% occasional travel away from your normal duty station for official business on military or commercial aircraft. Are you willing to meet the travel requirements?
8.
This position requires you to sign a non-disclosure agreement. Are you willing to meet the non-disclosure requirement?
9.
This position requires you to complete and pass a pre-employment and annual physical examination (parts I & II) and must be physically qualified for the position. Are you willing to meet the requirements?
10.
A foreign language may be required in some instances. If required, the language will be specified in the job advertisement and the incumbent must pass the Foreign Language Proficiency Test (FLPT). In order to qualify for Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus, must pass the FLPT with a 2+ or better in 2 or more of the elements tested and submit yearly results to the Agency's Human Capital Division Civilian Personnel Section. Are you willing to meet the Foreign language requirements?
In this part you will respond to questions about your experience as it relates to the position for which you are applying. Carefully review the level descriptions (A to E) listed below. For each statement choose the level description that best describes your experience and/or training. Your responses must be fully supported within the text of your resume. Failure to properly identify your experience may result in the lowering of your overall score and/or your disqualification for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Assesses all available elements of both current sources and historical records to develop the body of knowledge surrounding cases of historical actors, and tell the story of their participation in historical events.
12.
Compiles data from foreign and domestic archives, electronic sources, oral histories, field investigations, and other sources to conduct analysis and build case narrative information for historical actors, and tell the story of their participation in historical events.
13.
Conducts research projects and special analysis resulting in recommendations documented in written products for official publications (i.e., government, scholarly, or trade).
14.
Provides on-site support to field operations through comprehensive analysis and expert judgment of collected items such as intelligence, information and artifacts.
15.
Engages with external partners and with professional associations and remains informed on current methodologies in historical studies.
16.
Identifies and deploys the necessary information management resources to effectively capture and distribute knowledge.
17.
Cultivates a learning organization by encouraging and rewarding knowledge sharing and reuse.
18.
Stays abreast of leading practices and tools in knowledge management.
19.
Follows process steps as outlined in standard operating procedures to ensure uniform management of the program.
20.
Performs multiple projects, tasks and assignments to support mission requirements.
21.
Reviews data for compliance with quality standards to meet organizational goals.
22.
Advises senior management on complex matters regarding problems and provides resolutions.
23.
Uses 'non-technical' language skillfully to ensure effective communication with customers from all levels of understanding.
24.
Conveys oral presentation in a clear and effective manner to appropriate audiences and stakeholders.
25.
Communicates across multiple disciplines to plan, coordinate or advise.
26.
Completes required written products (i.e., communication plans, briefing, talking points, new statements, correspondence, fact sheets, and memorandums) to effectively convey a variety of information.
27.
Communicates information in a succinct, organized matter to appropriate audiences, publics, and stakeholders.
28.
Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares detailed responses.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
29.
INTEGRITY CERTIFICATION:
Your ratings in this questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents you submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses 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) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume. Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?
Your ratings in this questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents you submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses 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) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume. Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?