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Duties of this position include : The position supervises the Forest’s Safety Officer, Budget Officer, Civil Rights Officer, and Front Desk/Mailroom Clerk.  The position has responsibility for all permanent vacancies including details/temp promotions and is the lead for temporary hiring.  The position is also the primary contact for Employee Relations issues and works closely with the Forest’s ER Specialist.  In addition, the incumbent is a full member of the Forest Leadership Team and facilitates FLT and Budget Team meetings.  The Inyo is co-located with the BLM in a leased building, and the incumbent will work closely with the BLM on co-location issues.         Gary Munson Mary Jane Spinar mspinar@fs.fed.us   Tammy Randall-Parker https://fsoutreach.gdcii.com/Outreach/OpenAttachment/?guid=10514DFE569C499FAC3BCCA40907863D tkrandallparker@fs.fed.us 760-873-2550

Vacancy Questions Preview Grade: 09 1 GS-9 Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience or combination of education and experience. Answer to this question is required I possess at least one year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. I possess a Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.B. OR J.D., if related. I possess a combination of graduate level education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. I do not meet any of the requirements as described above. 2 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance to management in resolving classification and position management problems, drawing upon a comprehensive knowledge of the organizations serviced, and identifying and defining the complete problem. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 3 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance to management involving recruitment and placement activities to recommend a best approach within regulatory and organizational constraints. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance, based on knowledge of governing policies and directives, to managers and employees concerning HR administration, including pay, benefits and human resources flexibilities (incentives). I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance on a variety of classification, recruitment and placement matters through analysis of problem/conflict solutions and identifying and coordinating factors involving other HR functions. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 6 Select the response that best reflects your experience applying position classification and position management principles, concepts and techniques to organizations with a mix of occupations (e.g., professional, administrative, technical, clerical, trades and crafts) and levels of work. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 7 Select the response that best describes your highest level of experience in position classification. I have attended a Basic Position Classification/Management course. I have reviewed position descriptions for consistency with related positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied a variety of classification standards (with published criteria) for lower-graded technical and clerical positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied classification standards (with published criteria) for administrative, management, technical, and clerical positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied classification standards (some without published criteria) for all administrative, management, and higher-level technical positions (i.e., scientific, engineering, other professional, IT, technical occupations). I have identified short- and long-range position classification and position management needs and developed appropriate written reports and recommendations. I have developed and presented training/briefing modules on position classification, position management, reorganizations, and desk audits. None of the above. Grade: 11 1 GS-11 Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience or combination of education and experience. Answer to this question is required I possess at least one year of specialized experience that has equipped me with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience is related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service as described in the vacancy announcement. I possess a PH.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. if related. I possess a combination of graduate level education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. I do not meet any of the requirements as described above. 2 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance to management in resolving classification and position management problems, drawing upon a comprehensive knowledge of the organizations serviced, and identifying and defining the complete problem. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 3 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance to management involving recruitment and placement activities to recommend a best approach within regulatory and organizational constraints. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 4 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance, based on knowledge of governing policies and directives, to managers and employees concerning HR administration, including pay, benefits and human resources flexibilities (incentives). Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 5 Select the response that best describes your experience providing advice and assistance on a variety of classification, recruitment and placement matters through analysis of problem/conflict solutions and identifying and coordinating factors involving other HR functions. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 6 Select the response that best reflects your experience applying position classification and position management principles, concepts and techniques to organizations with a mix of occupations (e.g., professional, administrative, technical, clerical, trades and crafts) and levels of work. Answer to this question is required I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. I have completed formal education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed this task on the job under close supervision by a supervisor manager or senior employee to ensure compliance with correct procedures. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job, independently and usually without review by a supervisor, manager or senior employee. This task has been a central or major part of my work. I have performed it myself routinely, and I have trained others in performance of this task and/or others have consulted me as an expert for assistance in performing this task. 7 Select the response that best describes your highest level of experience in position classification. Answer to this question is required I have attended a Basic Position Classification/Management course. I have reviewed position descriptions for consistency with related positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied a variety of classification standards (with published criteria) for lower-graded technical and clerical positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied classification standards (with published criteria) for administrative, management, technical, and clerical positions. I have researched, interpreted, and applied classification standards (some without published criteria) for all administrative, management, and higher-level technical positions (i.e., scientific, engineering, other professional, IT, technical occupations). I have identified short- and long-range position classification and position management needs and developed appropriate written reports and recommendations. I have developed and presented training/briefing modules on position classification, position management, reorganizations, and desk audits. None of the above. 8 Select the response(s) that best describe your experience in conducting desk audits. Answer to this question is required Draft interview questions. Consult with employees and supervisors to gather information/job facts regarding the position and the organization. Conduct assigned desk audits. Write clear and defendable evaluation statement explaining the basis for classification decisions by comparing position characteristics with applicable classification criteria. Consult with supervisors to correct discrepancies in position descriptions and organizational relationships. Resolve discrepancies between approved position descriptions and job audit information regarding the major duties performed by an employee. Determine the appropriate series and grade of General Schedule and Federal wage positions using the General Schedule Position Classification Standards and Evaluation Guides or General Wage Grading Standards. Independently compose desk audit findings in correspondence and evaluations. Conduct consistency reviews. None of the above. Grade: All Grades 1 Select the responses that reflect your experience as a HR Specialist responsible for developing criteria and evaluating candidates using an automated system that utilizes questions and responses to evaluate the candidates (QuickHire or a similar questions/response system.) Answer to this question is required Working with a subject matter expert, developed a job analysis to identify the major duties, functions, and competencies required for entry into a position/grade. Based on OPM qualification requirements, I have developed questions to determine whether candidates meet the basic requirements for entry into a position/grade. Based on a job analysis, I have developed questions to determine whether candidates have the experience/education identified as needed for entry. Based on a job analysis, I have utilized previously developed questions to determine whether candidates have the experience/education identified as needed for entry. I have determined the appropriate points for the question responses utilized in the vacancy announcement. I have conducted quality reviews on all candidates referred to managers to ensure that they meet the basic appointment and qualification eligibility requirements. I have conducted quality reviews on all candidates referred to managers to ensure that their question responses were supportable by the information supplied in a resume or other solicited information. I have had little exposure to this type of an automated staffing and candidate assessment system, but have extensive HR staffing experience utilizing a different type of evaluation system. None of the above. 2 Select the response(s) that describe the types of recruitment and placement laws and appointing authorities for which you have comprehensive knowledge. Answer to this question is required Federal Merit Promotion processes Delegated Examining Unit (DEU) processes Direct hiring authorities Excepted Service hiring authorities People with Disabilities (Schedule A) Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) 30% or more Disabled Veterans Pathways Internship (formerly STEP/SCEP) Pathways Recent Graduates Pathways Presidential Management Fellows Priority Placement Programs (CTAP/ICTAP/RPL) Surplus Employee Placement Program Upward Mobility Other None of the above 3 Select the responses that describe your experience applying pay setting and incentive rules and regulations. Answer to this question is required Recruitment and Relocation bonuses Student Loan Repayment Retention allowance Service credit for non-federal work experience General Schedule Wage Grade Advanced in-hire rate Pay Retention Grade Retention Special salary rates Negotiated rate Supervisory differential Severance pay Pay banding None of the above 4 I have provided counseling to employees, supervisors and/or dependents on regulations, procedures and eligibility determinations for: Answer to this question is required Health Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Benefits Death Benefits Early Outs/Buyouts Flexible Spending Accounts Long Term Care Insurance Thrift Savings Plan Survivor Benefits None of the above 5 Select the response(s) that show(s) the types of written products you have individually produced as a regular (recurring) part of a job or education and for which you have achieved a high level of proficiency (assignments are carried out with independence; results are usually accepted). Answer to this question is required Standard procedural or informational instructions. Guidelines or procedural instructions for new directives, policies, initiatives or processes. Correspondence to management for providing technical advice or recommendations. Correspondence to employees to disseminate information. Business correspondence to outside groups or agencies requesting information. Education or training in written communications. Routine completion of college level paper or writings. None of the above. 6 Select the response that best describes your experience delivering oral presentations using various media to foster understanding of human resources issues and activities. Answer to this question is required I have no experience delivering oral presentations on human resources topics. I have presented information to co-workers on various human resources topics. I have made informal presentations on human resources topics to co-workers or officials outside my immediate organization using briefing slides, graphics, handouts or other visual materials. I have made formal presentations on human resources topics to employees and officials outside my immediate organization using briefing slides, graphics, handouts or other visual materials. I have delivered formal training on human resources topic using a variety of media. 7 Have you received an employee performance appraisal rating in the previous 12 months? Answer to this question is required Yes 7.1 Indicate who officially rated your performance (e.g., immediate supervisor, 2nd level supervisor, acting supervisor, etc.). Also, indicate your rating in terms of the performance system (e.g., 3 level rating out of a 5-tier system; 2 level rating out of a 3-tier system; Pass rating out of a Pass/Fail system). Maximum length of 250 characters.   No 8 In the last three years, have you been recognized for your performance, accomplishments, and/or contributions at work? Answer to this question is required Yes 8.1 Indicate the type of recognition received (e.g., monetary award, time off award, safety award, plaque, etc.), for what purpose, and from whom (e.g., supervisor, co-worker, community or government official). Maximum length of 250 characters.   No   Gary Munson Anderson, Jade jmanderson@usbr.gov