- Position Title
- Foreign Administrative Specialist
- Agency
- Drug Enforcement Administration
- Announcement Number
- F-OF-25-12652087-MP-RCW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, December 20, 2024 to Tuesday, December 31, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• 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 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. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
If yes, confirm:
• 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 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. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
2.
Are you currently employed with the Drug Enforcement Administration as a Federal civilian employee in the Competitive Service and AND can you respond "yes" to at least one of the two below statements:
- You currently hold or have previously held a position at the same or higher grade level with the same or higher promotion potential as the position being advertised; or
- You have held the full promotion potential of this position.
3.
Are you currently employed with the Drug Enforcement Administration as a Federal civilian employee in the Competitive Service AND can you respond "yes" to at least one of the two below statements:
- The grade level, or at least one of the grade levels, you are applying for is higher than you have previously held or currently hold; OR
- The stated full performance level of this position is at a higher grade level than any of your previous or current position's stated full promotion potential.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
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:
Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and,
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
Assessment 1
1.
Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Administrative Support Specialist, at the GS-09 level.
2.
Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Administrative Support Specialist, at the GS-11 level.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or I am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Provides advice and assistance to personnel concerning personnel action requests, Time & Attendance Reporting, and leave administration.
4.
Provides advice and assistance to personnel concerning pay differential, housing and educational allowances, and medical evacuation and medical treatment.
5.
Provides advice and assistance to personnel concerning the security clearance process.
6.
Controls financial operations and manages office accounting records.
7.
Assists with the preparation of necessary paperwork and processes payments for expenses incurred.
8.
Ensures payments are correct for goods and services received.
9.
Manages accounts for numerous sundry office expenses (such as gas, phone, electricity, office equipment and supplies, and travel costs.
10.
Initiates all office procurements, inventory management and surplusing.
11.
Procures office supplies, construction/maintenance services and equipment.
12.
Negotiates with vendors to obtain best prices and warranties.
13.
Performs annual inventory of all accountable property.
14.
Research information and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
15.
Make travel arrangements for staff and visitors.
16.
Provide or arrange for translation/interpreter services.
17.
Compose correspondence, such as memoranda, letters, and cables.
18.
Utilize skill in presenting information, analysis, ideas and positions in a clear, succinct, accurate, convincing manner.
19.
Communicate with a wide variety of individuals both internal and external to the agency to plan, coordinate, or advise on complex or sensitive program issues.
20.
Provide advice on managing administrative requirements for varied functions and programs, such as providing advice on various administrative areas.
21.
Provide guidance on routine administrative questions and situations.
Past performance is one of the best indicators of your ability to perform effectively in the competency areas described for this position. Review and select the statement below that describes the PERFORMANCE RECOGNITION you have most recently received.
22.
Have you received a performance appraisal in one or more of the competencies described for the position?
Past performance is one of the best indicators of your ability to perform effectively in the competency areas described for this position. Review and select the statement below that describes the AWARDS you have received within the last year.
23.
Have you received any awards related to one or more of the competencies described for the position?
24.
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 I will not be considered for employment if I do not respond "Yes" to this certification item.