Human Resources Specialist (Human Resource Development)
US Bonneville Power Administration US Bonneville Power Administration Albuquerque, NM Albuquerque, NM Full-time Full-time $82,830 - $119,760 a year $82,830 - $119,760 a year 21 hours ago 21 hours ago 21 hours ago Duties This position is approved to work remotely full time under a pilot program, but the employee will be expected to reside within 125 miles from the DOE worksite (Portland, OR).
As a Human Resources Specialist (Human Resource Development), you will:
Design or draft training courses and curricula, including all training materials, references, manuals, job aids, etc, based on deep understanding of adult learning theory, valid design principles and rigorous design methodologies.
Consult with stakeholders to perform full instructional design and development from needs assessments through recommendations and implementation of instructor-led or E-Learning training.
Leads the design of and serves as a subject matter expert in internal training evaluations.
Develop, facilitate, and provide training courses as required.
Complete needs assessments to assess current culture, work environment, and identifies factors affecting organizational effectiveness and operations.
Write course descriptions, course marketing information, etc.
to be used in advertising training courses.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National.
This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
This position is approved to work remotely full time under a pilot program, but the employee will be expected to reside within 125 miles from the DOE worksite (Portland, OR).
Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-11, in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as:
1) utilizing instructional design models and processes, such as ADDIE, Agile, Dick & Carey, SAM, Kirkpatrick, or similar to design, deliver, and evaluate leadership and employee development or behavioral and cultural training programs, courses, and curricula and; 2) identifying training deficiencies and providing guidance in resolving those deficiencies.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience.
Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include:
volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
CTAP/ICTAP candidates:
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated well-qualified, which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.
If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information.
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application is rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education (when applicable), and training as described in your resume and applicant assessment.
Your credentials are measured against the established duties of the position at the grade level(s) being advertised.
Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications.
If you are minimally qualified for this job, your responses to the self-assessment questions (True/False, Yes/ No, Multiple Choice questions) will be evaluated and you will be placed into one of three pre-defined quality categories under Category Rating procedures.
These categories are Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information The U.
S.
Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit:
www.
telework.
gov Information on how to create a federal resume https:
//www.
usa.
gov/government-jobs https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/ https:
//www.
youtube.
com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website.
Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.
Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation.
All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration.
To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register.
If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
EEO Policy:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/raps Veterans Information:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/vi Telework:
www.
telework.
gov Selective Service Registration:
http:
//www.
sss.
gov/ Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors.
For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit:
www.
bpa.
gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members.
BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance.
The program supports five key areas of life:
career, community, financial, physical and social.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests:
If you believe you have a disability (i.
e.
, physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement.
To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Department of Energy uses an application tracking system to evaluate the responses you provide in the applicant assessment questionnaire to place you into an initial quality category via OPM's Category Rating procedures.
These categories are Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified.
Then, the HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will conduct a quality review of your application and supporting documentation to ensure you have been placed into the appropriate quality category.
If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of well qualified which is defined as scoring in the Well Qualified category (or higher).
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement.
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.
g.
, resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Education and Training Employee Development Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Project Management Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Technology Awareness To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies.
You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered.
You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.
Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration Application of Veterans' Preference:
If you are a preference eligible candidate, you will be listed at the top of whichever quality category your rating places you in.
CP/CPS veterans are placed at the top of the highest category for all positions except professional and scientific positions at GS-9 and higher.
Career Transition Assistance Programs:
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated well-qualified, which is defined as scoring 85.
0 or higher.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (08/24/2023) of this announcement.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12091683 Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.
Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable.
It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
Veterans' Preference documentation,if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.
For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.
g.
, Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
How to Apply Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
You must have a login.
gov account to sign into USAJOBS:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/account/.
To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:
59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system.
This message will be delivered to you via email notification.
The email may be routed to your Spam or Junk folder.
If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system.
Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments.
Click here for Computer System Requirements Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time.
If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can reuse the URL sent to you via email and also found in your USAJOBS account under the Track my application link for the corresponding application.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https:
//usajobs.
gov/Account/Login).
There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application.
This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov.
On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application.
Once the job has been located, click the Track this application link on the right under the application date.
The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.
gov or USAJOBS (e.
g.
, account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/ If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours.
If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Agency contact information Jessica Jones Phone 360-360-8309 Email email protected Address Bonneville Power Administration P.
O.
Box 3621 Portland, OR 97208 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments.
The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessments.
You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS.
You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.
You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.
Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job-this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible.
In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include:
application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.
Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable.
It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
Veterans' Preference documentation,if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.
For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.
g.
, Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Help This job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
As a Human Resources Specialist (Human Resource Development), you will:
Design or draft training courses and curricula, including all training materials, references, manuals, job aids, etc, based on deep understanding of adult learning theory, valid design principles and rigorous design methodologies.
Consult with stakeholders to perform full instructional design and development from needs assessments through recommendations and implementation of instructor-led or E-Learning training.
Leads the design of and serves as a subject matter expert in internal training evaluations.
Develop, facilitate, and provide training courses as required.
Complete needs assessments to assess current culture, work environment, and identifies factors affecting organizational effectiveness and operations.
Write course descriptions, course marketing information, etc.
to be used in advertising training courses.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National.
This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
This position is approved to work remotely full time under a pilot program, but the employee will be expected to reside within 125 miles from the DOE worksite (Portland, OR).
Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-11, in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as:
1) utilizing instructional design models and processes, such as ADDIE, Agile, Dick & Carey, SAM, Kirkpatrick, or similar to design, deliver, and evaluate leadership and employee development or behavioral and cultural training programs, courses, and curricula and; 2) identifying training deficiencies and providing guidance in resolving those deficiencies.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience.
Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include:
volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
CTAP/ICTAP candidates:
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated well-qualified, which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.
If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information.
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application is rated based on the extent and quality of your experience, education (when applicable), and training as described in your resume and applicant assessment.
Your credentials are measured against the established duties of the position at the grade level(s) being advertised.
Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications.
If you are minimally qualified for this job, your responses to the self-assessment questions (True/False, Yes/ No, Multiple Choice questions) will be evaluated and you will be placed into one of three pre-defined quality categories under Category Rating procedures.
These categories are Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information The U.
S.
Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit:
www.
telework.
gov Information on how to create a federal resume https:
//www.
usa.
gov/government-jobs https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/account/documents/resume/ https:
//www.
youtube.
com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website.
Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year.
Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation.
All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration.
To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register.
If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
EEO Policy:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/raps Veterans Information:
http:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/vi Telework:
www.
telework.
gov Selective Service Registration:
http:
//www.
sss.
gov/ Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors.
For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit:
www.
bpa.
gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members.
BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance.
The program supports five key areas of life:
career, community, financial, physical and social.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests:
If you believe you have a disability (i.
e.
, physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement.
To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Department of Energy uses an application tracking system to evaluate the responses you provide in the applicant assessment questionnaire to place you into an initial quality category via OPM's Category Rating procedures.
These categories are Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified.
Then, the HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) will conduct a quality review of your application and supporting documentation to ensure you have been placed into the appropriate quality category.
If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of well qualified which is defined as scoring in the Well Qualified category (or higher).
If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement.
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.
g.
, resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Education and Training Employee Development Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Project Management Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Technology Awareness To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
The assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies.
You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered.
You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment.
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.
Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration Application of Veterans' Preference:
If you are a preference eligible candidate, you will be listed at the top of whichever quality category your rating places you in.
CP/CPS veterans are placed at the top of the highest category for all positions except professional and scientific positions at GS-9 and higher.
Career Transition Assistance Programs:
To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
1) meet the eligibility criteria; and 2) be rated well-qualified, which is defined as scoring 85.
0 or higher.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (08/24/2023) of this announcement.
To preview the Application Questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12091683 Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.
Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable.
It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
Veterans' Preference documentation,if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.
For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.
g.
, Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
How to Apply Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application.
To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include the initial online assessment and submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
You must have a login.
gov account to sign into USAJOBS:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/account/.
To begin the application process, click the Apply Online button.
Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation.
Click the Submit Application button prior to 11:
59 PM (ET) on the announcement closing date.
After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system.
This message will be delivered to you via email notification.
The email may be routed to your Spam or Junk folder.
If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system.
Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials.
Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments.
Click here for Computer System Requirements Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time.
If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can reuse the URL sent to you via email and also found in your USAJOBS account under the Track my application link for the corresponding application.
To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account (https:
//usajobs.
gov/Account/Login).
There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Edit my application.
This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.
To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account at https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov.
On the Home page, scroll down and locate your job application.
Once the job has been located, click the Track this application link on the right under the application date.
The page will refresh to display the Agency's Application Information page where you can scroll down and review any notifications the agency has sent you.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.
gov or USAJOBS (e.
g.
, account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/ If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours.
If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Agency contact information Jessica Jones Phone 360-360-8309 Email email protected Address Bonneville Power Administration P.
O.
Box 3621 Portland, OR 97208 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments.
The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement.
You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
To be considered for the position, you must meet all qualifications, including meeting or exceeding the cut score on the required assessments.
You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS.
You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.
You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.
Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job-this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible.
In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include:
application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including:
duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.
Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.
Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable.
It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
Veterans' Preference documentation,if applicable, DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; current active duty members- certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.
For more information visit the USAJOBS Help Center & OPM CHCOC website for VOW information.
Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.
g.
, Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.
) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Help This job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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