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Position Title
SENIOR BOARD ADVISOR
Agency
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
Announcement Number
CSB-24-DE-12519543NS Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, August 23, 2024 to Thursday, August 29, 2024
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused  from the agency hiring for this position; and

  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
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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Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position; and
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; and
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; and
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
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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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.  

Do you meet one of the following? 

  • I am a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316; 
  • I am 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 
  • I am a current or former political appointee or non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) Executive Branch employee. 
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
For items 1 and 2 please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position. (limit characters)
1. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire will be 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 provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
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2. Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check and a credit check?
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We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
3. Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education level that demonstrates you meet the Minimum Qualification requirements to perform the duties of a Senior Board Advisor, GS-0301-13. ALL MUST BE FOUND IN YOUR RESUME TO BE QUALIFIED.
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4. Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education level that demonstrates you meet the Minimum Qualification requirements to perform the duties of a Senior Board Advisor, GS-0301-14. ALL MUST BE FOUND IN YOUR RESUME TO BE QUALIFIED.
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Advises management officials on the status of policy matters and initiatives currently being considered by the executive board such as a Chairperson and the Board members.
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6. Oversees and monitors direct support requirements for external events in which the executive member participates.
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7. Coordinates and prepares a variety of materials such as background and briefing materials and reports for the executive members of an agency/department/organization.
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8. Collaborates and liaises with internal staff and external stakeholders on behalf of the executive members of an agency/department/organization.
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9. Develops strategies for integration of day-to-day and long-range projects and activities requiring the involvement of the Chairperson and/or the Board member(s).
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10. Maintains awareness of current issues and events related to environmental and chemical matters, public attitudes, and sensitivities of the Chairperson and the Board Members that could impact the Agency's policies, programs, and objectives.
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11. Provides input to the Chairperson and/or the Board Members on policy matters and internal process improvements to improve the effectiveness of the Agency/Department operations and mission support functions. (limit characters)
12. Prepares and executes trip itineraries and arranges travel schedules for the Chairperson and/or the Board Members to participate in external events.
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13. Interacts and coordinates with senior officials and staff at an agency/department/organization and external agencies and organizations.
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14. Provides advice to the Chairperson and/or the Board Members on issues that cross organizational or functional boundaries or require Executive attention/action.
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15. Works with other agency staff to conduct research on industry standards, policies, and initiatives, as well as pending legislation and regulatory endeavors, related to topics that the Chairperson and/or Board Members will address.
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16. Prepares and collects materials for presentations, meetings, conferences, and other external events at which the Chairperson and/or the Board will participate, including required formalities with dignitaries.
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17. Independently compose executive-level memoranda and reports.
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18. Monitors incoming and outgoing correspondence and action documents for the Chairperson and/or the Board Members to ensure that responses are prepared, and deadlines are met.
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19. Coordinates agency efforts to develop and implement policies and guidelines affecting issues relevant to Agency/Department programs.
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