- Position Title
- Lead Tax Examining Technician
- Agency
- Internal Revenue Service
- Announcement Number
- 25-12662418K-TSB-0592-6 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, January 17, 2025 to Friday, January 31, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
IRS CTAP Candidate - Are you a current displaced or surplus IRS employee and:
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).
- you are located either within or outside the local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
- your position has the same or higher promotion potential of this vacancy, AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).
2.
Treasury CTAP Candidate - Are you a current displaced or surplus Department of Treasury (non-IRS) employee and:
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).
- you are located within the same local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
- your position has the same or higher promotion potential of this vacancy, AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of CTAP eligibility such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your latest SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).
3.
IRS Internal Candidate (excluding Chief Counsel and Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA)) - Are you a current career or career-conditional, Competitive Service Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employee? You can view a copy of your most recent SF-50 to determine if you are Competitive Service. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should be a "1" or "2".)
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, submit a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal.
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, submit a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal.
4.
IRS RPP Candidate (excluding Chief Counsel and Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA)) - Are you a current IRS employee who has received a Reassignment Preference Program (RPP) notice and:
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of RPP eligibility such as a RPP notice AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review IRS Internal Revenue Manual (IRM) 6.330.1.
- you are located either within or outside the local commuting area of this vacancy, AND
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of this vacancy, AND
- your position has the same or higher promotion potential and the same work schedule (e.g., permanent, seasonal, etc.) of this vacancy, AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent?
If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you MUST submit supporting documentation to validate your claim of RPP eligibility such as a RPP notice AND a copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal AND a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
For more information, review IRS Internal Revenue Manual (IRM) 6.330.1.
Preferences
1.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 1st location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 1st location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
2.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 2nd location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 2nd location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- If you do NOT have a 2nd priority, select "No additional priority location".
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
3.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 3rd location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 3rd location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- If you do NOT have a 3rd priority, select "No additional priority location".
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
4.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 4th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 4th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- If you do NOT have a 4th priority, select "No additional priority location".
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
5.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 5th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 5th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- If you do NOT have a 5th priority, select "No priority location".
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
6.
In the preference question above that states "Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location." you selected the location(s) you prefer to be considered for.
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 6th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
Below, please prioritize the locations you selected above by selecting the 6th location you would like to be considered for. If you selected more than one location, use the following questions to prioritize each location (up to 6 locations).
- The following list includes ALL IRS locations but not all locations are available for this announcement.
- Only locations listed on the announcement and in the above question are available.
- Do NOT select locations you did not choose in the question above.
- If you do NOT have a 6th priority, select "No additional priority location".
- Applicants will NOT be considered for locations that are not included on the announcement and in the question above.
7.
How many performance related awards, (including time off in lieu of monetary), or quality step increases have you received in the three years preceding the closing date of this announcement?
You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm.
You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm.
8.
Please list the names of any performance related awards and/or quality step increases you have received in the three years preceding the closing date of this announcement and the dates (MMDDYYYY) of the awards. (For example: Performance Award, 02/02/2019).
You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm.
You may obtain a list of your most recent awards at https://persinfo.web.irs.gov/indexawd.htm.
9.
What is your Standard Employee Identifier (SEID)?
10.
If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, please provide your current or last pay plan, series, and grade level or pay band. For example: GS-0303-05, IR-0343-02, WG-5400-04.
(limit 250 characters)
11.
What is your current position title?
12.
Your annual performance appraisal and relevant awards are considered in the selection process.
Please indicate the option that best describes your most recent performance appraisal.
Please indicate the option that best describes your most recent performance appraisal.
13.
Please enter the date of your most recent performance appraisal.
14.
Please select the response that most accurately reflects your most recent performance appraisal or performance rating.
15.
Have you attended any of Treasury's information sessions? (Please click all that apply)
Assessment 1
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Specialized Experience GS-06:
You must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05).
Examples of qualifying experience include positions dealing with the public analyzing tax or accounting issues. Experience must have included analyzing and resolving problems, adjusting accounts, and providing information on financial issue.
Specialized Experience GS-06:
You must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05).
Examples of qualifying experience include positions dealing with the public analyzing tax or accounting issues. Experience must have included analyzing and resolving problems, adjusting accounts, and providing information on financial issue.
This section will be used to determine if you possess the basic requirements needed to qualify for a GS-0592-4/5/6/7. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Specialized Experience GS-06:
Select the statement that best describes your specialized experience.
Select the statement that best describes your specialized experience.
2.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Under merit promotion procedures, applicants must satisfy time-in-grade requirements contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. Time is credited based on calendar time served in a grade, regardless of the number of days or hours worked.
Please select the response that best describes your time-in-grade for the GS-6 level.
Please select the response that best describes your time-in-grade for the GS-6 level.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
Are you able to work in a position where you may experience prolonged sitting, operation of a word processor and/or a personal computer?
4.
This position requires technology application skills. Indicate your skill in using technology by selecting either response below.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement(s) from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
5.
Do you have experience using the internet to conduct research and answer questions?
6.
Please check all that apply:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Which of the following best describes your experience accurately preparing, inputting and filing data?
8.
Which of the following best describes your experience maintaining and ensuring the safe handling of sensitive documents?
9.
Which of the following best describes your experience verifying reports and tax forms to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance to policies and regulations?
10.
Which of the following best describes your experience following up with others to ensure that assignments are complete and deadlines are met?
11.
Which of the following best describes your experience using database systems to accurately retrieve information for records and reports?
12.
Which of the following best describes your experience preparing, inputting and filing data carefully so as to avoid making mistakes?
13.
You have been reassigned to work as a technician in a unit where all transactions must be completed by the close of business each day. You realize that you have a lot of information to learn in a short amount of time. Your manager and co-workers have been very helpful and have provided the necessary tools needed to perform the work but you are still concerned about all that you have to learn. What would you do?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Which of the following best describes your experience interviewing individuals with varied backgrounds and varied personalities in order to determine the nature of their concerns or issues?
15.
Which of the following best describes your experience explaining how to fill out forms and follow instructions?
16.
Which of the following best describes your experience explaining technical procedures, regulations, laws or rules to members of the public or internal customers?
17.
Which of the following best describes your experience making contacts for the purpose of planning and coordinating work efforts, discussing findings, and resolving problems?
18.
I make contact with customers using: (Please select all that apply.)
19.
Which of the following best describes your experience assessing the needs of customers?
20.
Which statement best describes your experience maintaining the confidentiality of records when dealing with customers?
21.
I provide the following information to the public and to internal customers: (Please select all that apply.)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
22.
Which of the following best describes your experience communicating routine information by speaking so that the intended audience comprehends the information?
23.
Which of the following best describes your experience accurately retrieving information by searching databases for records or reports?
24.
Which of the following best describes your experience reviewing financial statements in order to verify sources of income or assets?
25.
You are working on a project that you will need to complete by the end of the week. Your supervisor tells you to put your project on hold because you are needed to assist another employee who has fallen behind in his/her work. What would you most likely do in this situation?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Which of the following best describes your experience recommending alternatives and/or changes in methods, processes, and techniques to improve procedures?
27.
Which of the following best describes your experience meeting and dealing with a wide range of individuals, including those that are hostile and uncooperative, in stressful situations?
28.
Which of the following best describes your experience soliciting information in person or by phone to gather data and/or necessary facts?
29.
Which of the following best describes your experience gathering facts through probing and questioning in order to solve problems?
30.
Which of the following best describes your experience communicating with co-workers and others within and outside your organization using tact and courtesy under all situations?
31.
Which of the following best describes your experience interviewing individuals with varied backgrounds in order to determine the nature of their concerns or issues?
32.
Which of the following best describes your experience listening to information provided by individuals and extracting relevant facts necessary to independently solve basic problems?
33.
Which of the following best describes your experience listening to information provided by customers and extracting relevant facts necessary to independently solve their problems?
34.
Which of the following best describes your experience listening to information provided by your supervisor or co-workers to extract relevant facts necessary to solve basic work related problems?
35.
Which of the following best describes your experience researching and interpreting instructions, guidelines and procedures to determine the appropriate actions?
36.
Which of the following best describes your experience preparing and sending out written correspondence?
37.
Which of the following best describes your experience reading and interpreting basic tax guidelines and procedures in order to resolve discrepancies and advise managers and employees?
38.
Which of the following best describes your experience researching rules, laws or regulations in order to resolve issues or problems?
39.
Which statement best describes your experience researching information and collecting, compiling, verifying, and analyzing data from a number of sources?
40.
Which of the following best describes your experience reading and reviewing information from customers to ensure that all requested information was obtained?
41.
Which of the following best describes your experience reviewing financial statements in order to verify sources of income or assets?
42.
Which of the following best describes your experience completing multiple projects as a team member?
43.
Which of the following statements best describes your experience setting priorities or meeting team goals for the work?
44.
Choose the statement that best describes your experience working with others as a team:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
45.
Which of the following describes your experience leading others in providing information regarding tax-related programs in response to technical questions from customers, employees and upper management?
46.
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 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 any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.