- Position Title
- Transportation Assistant
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-12595483-25-AL Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, November 5, 2024 to Monday, November 18, 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?
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; 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.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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.
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.
5.
Are you an active duty service member expected to be discharged or released under honorable conditions within the next 120 days who will be eligible for Veterans' preference? You may eligible to apply through the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act based on tentative preference.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience and/or education or training that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Select the statements below that best describes your current level of experiences to meet the minimum qualifications requirements for this position.
1.
Minimum Qualifications for Transportation Assistant GS-6.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
The following statements pertain to Internal Controls/Integrity.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Understands guidelines, policies and procedures as contained in Federal Fleet Management Guidelines and General Services Administration (GSA), local, federal, and state regulations.
3.
Reviews the spending every quarter to keep the Chief informed of the current control point activity.
The following statements pertain to Compliance Inspection.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Follows guidelines to include Center for Engineering and Occupational Safety and Health (CEOSH), and GSA standards, manuals and reference materials, and oral instructions from the Administrative Officer, Engineering Service.
5.
Exercises significant judgment in interpreting and adapting guidelines, such as agency policies, regulations, precedents, and work directions, for service level applications.
The following statements pertain to Manages Resources.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Reviews the budget on a regular basis notifying the Chief whenever there is a change in spending such as multiple large repairs or body work.
7.
Plans and manages maximize utilization rates, budgeting for the vehicle fleet, vehicle inventory, and maintaining consistency in fleet services.
The following statements pertain to Manages and Organizes Information.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Manages all fund control point activities for leased vehicles, working closely with the Fleet Manager and Administrative Officer etc.
9.
Responsible for tracking all vehicle histories from time of purchase or donations and may include filing all trip logs, credit card receipts, accident reports, pictures, and repair slips for vehicles.
The following statements pertain to Clerical.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Orders and/or cancels credit cards, reviews statements checking for fraud or misuse.
11.
Communicates effectively both orally and in writing and have a good working knowledge of computer systems and software (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Outlook, database, etc.)
The following statements pertain to Vehicle Maintenance.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Responsible for ensuring that proper maintenance records are kept on all vehicles and pieces of equipment assigned to the units and the submission of regular cost reports on vehicles.
13.
Counsels the end users of fleet services in developing and maintaining sound structure, improving fleet methods and procedures, and seeing to the effective use of vehicles, funds, and materials.
Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (Member copy 4 or earlier version that shows Character of Service). Applicant's claiming 10-point preference should also submit an SF-15, application for 10-point veteran's preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application.
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information each job listed: Job title duties (be as detailed as possible) month & year start/end dates (e.g., June 2007 to April 2008) full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.