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Education Services SpecialistDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview
##### Open & closing dates
05/28/2019 to 06/12/2019
##### Service
Competitive
##### Pay scale & grade
GS 11
##### Salary
$69,016 to $89,726 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Manchester, NHRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe Manchester VA Medical Center is Recruiting for an
Education Services Specialist for Education Service-LineNOTE: An incomplete application package will result in being rated
ineligible for further consideration. All required documentation
must be submitted prior to closing of vacancy announcement. Please
refer to "Required Documents" section on how to submit a complete
application package.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesThe Education Specialist functions as an independent, self-directed
professional educator/staff development specialist and is
responsible for provision and coordination of customer-focused
performance-based educational services for all employees. The
Education Specialist partners with all services/departments for the
achievement of organizational objectives which require education and
training. The Education Specialist completes assessments of
education, training and staff development needs; provides
consultation to departments/services in the area of staff
development and training. A leader in program development, the
Education Specialist assesses, measures, and evaluates outcomes of
education/training/programs and implements/coordinates/conducts
activities to improve Veteran care, staff performance, and
attainment of work, individual and/or organizational goals. The
incumbent is responsible to provide for affective, as well as, the
cognitive and psychomotor educational needs of the employee to
maximize performance. Educational activities can be conducted
through traditional, simulation, multimedia, and teleconferencing
modalities. Familiarity with adult learning theory and techniques
appropriate to the audience and educational medium is essential.Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with
occasional off tour hours for educational programs/events.
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Education Services
Specialist/PD00290-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not RequiredTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Supervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone
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- RequirementsConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process
Most Recent Performance Appraisal or equivalent (Required)
Most Recent Notification of Personnel Action SF-50 with Salary
Information if you are a current federal employee
Copy of official college transcripts; if basing all or part of
your qualifications on education (Required)
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements
by the closing date of this announcement, 06/12/2019.Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal
employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks
must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of
this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52
weeks at the GS-09. The grade may have been in any occupation, but
must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your
time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application
materials. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former
Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current
employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998
(VEOA) appointment.
Basic Requirements:Bachelor's Degree or (Higher Degree) that included or was
supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the
position to be filled in one or a combination of the areas described
below. At least one course must have been from (1) or (2) below.
Tests and measurement: Study of the selection, evaluation,
administration, scoring, interpretation, and uses of group and
individual aptitude, proficiency, interest, and other tests.
Adult education: Study of the adult as a learner,
teaching-learning theories for adults, models and procedures for
planning, designing, managing, and evaluating adult learning
activities.
Educational program administration: Study of the foundation
and methods in organizing for adult and continuing education
programs.
Curriculum development or design: Study of the principles
and techniques for development of curricula for adult or
vocational education programs.
Teaching methods: Study of teaching strategies and learning
styles of the adult learner.
Guidance and counseling: Study of the purposes and methods
in counseling and guidance, the role of the counselor in various
settings, approaches to counseling, and the uses of tests in the
counseling situation.
Career planning: Study of career development, learning
activities, systems, approaches, program coordination, use of
educational and community resources, and vocational counseling
systems.
Occupational information: Study of theories of occupational
choice and vocational development and their application to the
guidance process. Identification and utilization of various
types of occupational information and resources.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for
this position you must also meet the qualification requirements
listed below:You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as
described below:
- Specialized Experience: You must have one year of
specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower
grade GS-09 in the normal line of progression for the occupation
in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would
typically include, but are not limited to: Applying knowledge of
organization and relevant governing or accreditation bodies
training requirements for employees; Applying skills gained
through developmental experience or relevant study in applying
training development principles and techniques in a specialized
area (e.g., course materials, instructional methods); Abreast
about the range of treatment and skills needed for adult and
geriatric patients related to physical limitations, unique
psychological needs, cultural spiritual needs and age associated
illnesses and conditions; overseeing and maintaining
computerized documentation and reporting of employee training
data; evaluating adult learning with particular emphasis on
outcome evaluation over time; applying knowledge and application
of skills in the principles, techniques and practices of adult
learning; designing curriculum utilizing sequencing learning and
knowledge of instructional strategies; designing, evaluating,
and developing employee development programs, training plans,
course methods, materials and aids; applying the HPDM model,
design and evaluation criteria to training plans, course
materials and aids with the purpose of improving employee
development; planning, organizing and prioritizing work
assignments within time frames established by management;
working effectively with various subject matter experts to
design content and delivery mechanisms that meet the needs of
the organization and lead and/or participate in highs specified
task or group projects to a point of completion; communicating
effectively about all kinds of training issues to employees,
supervisors, managers and vendors; identifying major issues,
program goals and objectives, work processes and operations of
the organization; develop, evaluate, and plan programs utilizing
current resources when possible to meet the training needs of
organization employees; and utilize complex computer sills,
computer security computer network procedures, and teach those
skills to employees at all levels of the organization; OR
- Education: Applicants may substitute education for the
required experience. To qualify based on education for this
grade level you must have successfully completed (3) years of
progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D.
degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree which would
demonstrate the knowledge of skills, and abilities necessary to
do the work of this Education Services Specialist position
(College Transcripts Required); OR
- Combination: Applicants may also combine education and
experience to qualify at this level. You must have an
combination of specialized experience and education beyond.You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
- Knowledge Management
- Learning
- Project Management
- Self-Direction
- Teaches OthersExperience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer
work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,
AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
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.Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of
work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of
time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to
receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature
of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number
of hours a week spent in such employment.Physical Requirements: No special physical demands such as above
average ability, dexterity, or strength are required to perform the
work. Setup of instructional materials, classroom setup and use of
presentation equipment with minimal lifting may be required. Work is
sedentary and the employee may sit comfortably. There may be some
walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, driving of an
automobile, etc. Fieldwork may involve traveling to meetings and
sources of information.For more information on these qualification standards, please visit
the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.EducationA transcript must be submitted with your application if you are
basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities,
schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal
employment. You can verify your education here:
http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education
to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of
Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit
for that education. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationVA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain
talented individuals in public service, increase worker
productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during
emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework
eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per
pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served
as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal
employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or
active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be
used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such
credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date
and is not guaranteed.Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not
obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The
position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade,
transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one
or any combination of these methods to fill the position.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have
faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA
for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking
employment at VA, career development services for our existing
Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military
service members.For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility
requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other
Candidate Definitions document.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE
WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are
referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional
job related information, which may include, but not limited to;
responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a
work sample, and/or contact for an interview.Your resume and/or
supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all
instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating
or consideration for employment.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredNo- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
Resume
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to make sure you have included
other documents required for your application, such as a copy of
your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's
(current/former Federal employees), or documentation to support
Veterans Preference claims.
- Cover Letter
- DD-214
- OF-306
- Most Recent Performance Appraisal or equivalent
- Proof of Service Connected Disability
- Resume
- SF-15
- SF-50
- TranscriptVeterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible
Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or
for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must
provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and
character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are
currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or
discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to
your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,
character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of
impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others
eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of
eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10
Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.
Documentation is required to award preference. For more
information on Veterans' Preference, please visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be
credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this
vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA 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. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The
complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on
06/12/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire
click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10509883.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or
log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select
your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and
complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and
appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status link and then select the more information link
for this position. The Application page will display the status of
your application, the documentation received and processed, and any
correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your
uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan
process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA
JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy
announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals
who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where
patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as
part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,
VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers
(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary
units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA
licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and
unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee
basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,
and trainees who work at these facilities. HCP that are unable to
receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a
face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationBrian StrikePhone6036244366 X6047EmailBrian.Strike@va.govAddressManchester VA Medical Center
718 Smyth Road
Manchester, NH 03104
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. After we receive application
packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure
qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review
is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will
be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be
notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office
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