STUDENT TRAINEE

STUDENT TRAINEE

20 Sep 2024
Oregon, Portland 00000 Portland USA

STUDENT TRAINEE

Vacancy expired!

STUDENT TRAINEEDepartment of Homeland SecurityCitizenship and Immigration ServicesField Operations Directorate, District 20Overview

##### Open & closing dates

09/10/2019 to 09/20/2019

##### Service

Excepted

##### Pay scale & grade

GS 4 - 5

##### Salary

$15.48 to $22.51 per hour

##### Appointment type

Internships

##### Work schedule

Part-Time - 20 HoursLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Portland, OR 1 vacancyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleYes as determined by agency policy- DutiesSummaryThis position of STUDENT TRAINEE starts at an hourly salary of

$15.48 GS-04 grade level, step 01, with pay potential to $22.51

GS-05 grade level, step 10.This is a Student Intern position. Appointment is not-to-exceed

one year from date of initial appointment; however, it may be

extended for one additional year if needed. This is a part-time

position of 32 hours per week or less. Schedule to be determined

upon appointment into the position.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities

The responsibilities described are for the full performance

level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of

more limited scope, performed with less independence, and

limited complexity.

As a Student Trainee/Intern you will gain valuable professional,

administrative, and/or technical on-the-job training and

experience with the opportunity to explore future career

possibilities with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

(USCIS).

Provide technical assistance and support completing a variety of

general administrative or clerical assignments and supporting

District or field office with any special projects assigned to

the office at the time.

Ideal candidates for these internships are individuals pursuing

undergraduate or graduate degree programs in:

business administration or management, economics, public policy,

political science, international relations or studies,

accounting or financial management, information technology /

information systems, human resources management, and pre-law and

law.

Candidates will be considered on the basis of the applicability

of their education and experience to specific USCIS assignments.

Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Supervisory statusNoPromotion Potential5

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0399 Administration And Office Support Student Trainee- RequirementsConditions of EmploymentTo be eligible for this opportunity, you must be able to attend

school and physically report to the actual hiring office, on a

pre-determined schedule, in order to carry out work assignments.

Remote location assignments or a telework schedules, is not

currently an option.Pathways Participant Agreement: All Student Interns are required

to sign the Pathways Program Participant Agreement which outlines

program requirements.Qualifications: The qualifications for this position must be met

by 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement

09/20/2019.Residency Requirement: There is a residency requirement for all

applicants not currently employed by U.S. Citizenship and

Immigration Services. This residency requirement states that

candidates must have, for three of the last five years immediately

prior to applying for this position; (1) resided in the United

States; OR (2) worked for the United States Government as an

employee overseas in a Federal or Military capacity, OR (3) been a

dependent of a U.S. Federal or Military employee serving overseas.Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission

for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar

positions.Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be

consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential

Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management

and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)

guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies

concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment

offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are

currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political

Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee

employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information

to the Human Resources Office.Conditions of Employment:

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this

position.

Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial

disclosure.

You must pass a drug screening.

You must submit resume and supporting documentation.

Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the

Selective Service.

Political appointees may require OPM approval before

on-boarding.

QualificationsThis is a Student Intern position in the Pathways Program.

Selected individuals are placed in an excepted service position that

integrates their academic studies with relevant federal work

experience.GS-04: You qualify at the GS-04 grade level if you possess

one (1) year of general experience that demonstrates the following:

- Progressively responsible clerical, office or other work AND

enrolled at least half-time in an accredited institution. OR

- You may also substitute two (2) years of education above high

school AND enrolled at least half-time in an accredited

institution.GS-05: You qualify at the GS-05 level if you possess one (1)

year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-04

level in the federal government, which has equipped you with the

skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position.

You must have experience performing the following duties:

- Preparing, maintaining, and submitting statistical and required

reports to supervisor.

- Referring inquiries regarding specific information systems or

actions to the appropriate specialist.

- Maintaining already established office files and/or databases

AND Enrolled at least half-time in an accredited

institution. OR

- You may also substitute successful completion of a full 4-year

course of study in any field leading to a Bachelor's degree, in

an accredited college or university AND enrolled at least

half-time in an accredited institution.Please read the following IMPORTANT information to ensure we have

everything we need to consider your application.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses

and appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume

serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must

highlight your most relevant and significant experience and

education (if applicable), as it relates to this job opportunity

announcement. USCIS will only review the first 5 pages of

your resume to determine your eligibility/qualifications for a

position. As such, please be sure to include content to support your

eligibility/qualifications for this position within the first 5

pages. Be clear and specific when describing your work history

since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your

experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your

responses to the online questions.Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following

information:

- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

- Duties (be specific in describing your duties)

- Employer's name and address

- Supervisor name and phone number

- Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18

2007 to April 05 2008)

- Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a

federal position.

- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)

- SalaryDetermining length of General or Specialized Experience is

dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of

this information may result in a finding of ineligible.Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your

application materials or application questionnaire may result in

your removal from consideration.Federal Experience If you are using current or prior federal

experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade

levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level

must be listed in your work history. This information will be

further validated if selected for this position.National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience)

Experience 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; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build criteria 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 service. Please

provide the dates and amount of time/hours worked earning this

experience.EducationIn order to be appointed, you must be enrolled in a qualifying and

accredited educational institution pursuing a degree, diploma, or

certificate.A qualifying educational institution is a:

Public high school whose curriculum has been approved by a state

or local governing body.

Private school that provides secondary education as determined

under state law.

Home-school that is allowed to operate in a state

Technical or vocational school.

Two-year or four-year college or university.

Graduate or professional school (e.g., law school, medical

school).

Post-secondary home-school curriculum that has been approved by

an accrediting body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S.

Department of Education is qualifying

A certificate program means post-secondary education, in a

qualifying educational institution, equivalent to at least one

academic year of full-time study that is part of an accredited

college-level, technical, trade, vocational, or business school

curriculum.Students who take online courses are eligible to participate in the

Student Internship Program so long as all other requirements are met

and the school is accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.Additional informationDHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package,

including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care

insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a

401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program;

personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may

include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement;

transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness

programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee

development and offers a variety of employee training and

developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS

Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will

be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5,

2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of

30 percent or more.Background Investigation

To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every

employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards,

this position requires completion and adjudication of a background

investigation. This may include a review of financial issues such as

delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax

obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or

possession of drugs. The background investigation process is

initiated after a selection is made. For more information visit the

OPM Mythbuster Page.If a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance is needed, all selected

candidates must meet the requirements for these clearances prior to

placement AND maintain that level of clearance while encumbering the

position.Special Hiring Authorities

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with

disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe

physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR §

213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable

service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5

CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons

with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences,

and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you

are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete

with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for

non-competitive appointment and to understand the required

documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing

Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.USCIS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all

newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your

rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.Additional Information

It is our responsibility to eliminate any risks to national

security, public health, and public safety that could be posed by

individuals who use illegal drugs. This position may be subject to

random testing as a condition of employment. A positive drug test or

refusal to be tested will result in disciplinary action, up to and

including removal from Federal service.Note:If you previously retired from the Federal service and are

receiving an annuity, your salary may be offset by the amount of

your annuity.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.You will be evaluated and placed in one of the three categories

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.

Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that

demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.

Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that

demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.

Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications,

with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.

You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge,

skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

- Accountability

- Attention to Detail

- Customer Service

- Decision Making

- Flexibility

- Integrity/Honesty

- Interpersonal Skills

- Learning

- Reading

- Self-Management

- Stress Tolerance

- TeamworkIn order 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.If you are found best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring

manager for consideration and may be contacted for an interview. To

preview the job questionnaire, click here

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10594441.Veterans

Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and

qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles

within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a

compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed

in the best qualified category, except when the position being

filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or

higher. This position is not considered scientific/professional. For

information on veterans' preference, please click here.Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for

selection consideration may be required to complete a writing sample

and/or other writing exercise as part of the interview/selection

process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing sample

and/or other writing exercise as part of its selection process, a

designated contractor or Agency representative will contact you

to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further

instructions.Note:

- For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please

click here.

- We will notify you by email at various stages in the process

click here.

- This position is in the bargaining unit.

- This position is not considered "essential" for purposes of

reporting to work when the facility might otherwise be closed.

- USCIS may fill one or more positions using this vacancy.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug test requiredYes- Required Documents

You must submit a resume that clearly demonstrates you have

experience that meets the requirements of this position as

outlined in the "Qualifications" section. USCIS' human

resources office will only review the first 5 pages of your

resume to determine your eligibility/qualifications. In order

to ensure that you include all necessary information within the

first 5 pages of your resume, you are highly encouraged to save

and submit your resume as a PDF instead of submitting it through

Resume Builder or a word-processing program such as Word or

Google Docs.

Your responses to the job questionnaire

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10594441

submitted through the on-line application process in USA Jobs.

Responses DO NOT need to be attached as an additional document

to your application.

Transcripts or official documentation to verify current or

projected enrollment, with an accredited educational

institution, must be submitted as part of the complete

application package and must be received by the closing date of

the vacancy announcement. If education is being used as the only

means for qualifying for this position, appropriate transcripts

MUST be submitted, in addition to current or projected

enrollment documents, in order to support the receipt of the

required level of education. Applicants full name and name of

educational institution must be clearly identified on documents

submitted. Those with foreign education, click this link.

Veterans: If you are applying for 5-Point Preference you

must submit your DD 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge

from Active Duty) showing your Character of Service. If you are

applying for 10-point Preference you must fill out the SF-15

(click here for the form) and provide the required documentation

listed on the back of the form. If applying as a disabled

veteran, submit a copy of the letter from the Veterans

Administration, or other formal documentation, that clearly

identifies overall rating of disability, AND your DD-214. If

applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to

Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the armed

forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty

within 120 days from the closing date of the announcement. This

must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that

you will be separated under honorable conditions. Click here for

more veterans' information. You may request a copy of your

DD-214 through the E-Benefits page.

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA

Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to

support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation

Request Form found here.

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 ApplyPlease 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 the submission of the required documentation

specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete

application process must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the

closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The

application process is as follows:

To begin the application process, Click 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 both on screen and

via email notification.

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 late time,

you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found on

the Additional Application Information page that can be

located in the application record in your USAJOBS account.

You may update your application documents and some questions related

to your personal information at any time during the announcement

open period. However, you will not be able to make changes to

questions related to assessing the minimum qualifications and

competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other

characteristics) mentioned in the "How You Will Be Evaluated"

section above. To make an allowed update to your application, return

to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your

application, the application status, and an option to Update

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. All of your

applications will on the Welcome page. The application record in

your USAJOBS account provides an Additional Application

Information page that provides information regarding the

documentation you submitted and any correspondence we have sent

related to this application. The Application Status will appear

along with the date your application was last updated. For

information on what each Application Status means, click here.Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a

disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 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 of the 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.Agency contact informationHROC Staffing Help DeskPhone952-697-8380Fax952-697-8371EmailHROCStaffingHelpDesk@uscis.dhs.govAddressUS Citizenship and Immigration Services

70 Kimball Ave

South Burlington, VT 05403

USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsBased 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 Americans with Disabilities Act

(ADA).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.We expect to make a final job offer within 90 days after the

deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a

suitability/security background investigation.Telework: Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the

office and is subject to change.Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability

for this position may be needed after the closing date of the job

opportunity announcement; therefore, a timely response to these

requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position,

you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration

for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all

information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False

statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal

of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or

imprisonment.- Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent.

Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in employment on

the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and

gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual

orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,

membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental

status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job

applicants

Reasonable Accommodation PolicyFederal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants

with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable

accommodation for any part of the application process should follow

the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part

of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the

hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable

accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work

environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an

individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties

or receive equal access to job benefits.Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide

reasonable accommodations when:

An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an

equal opportunity to apply for a job.

An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform

the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.

An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive

equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and

office-sponsored events.

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the

application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are

considered on a case-by-case basis.Learn more about disability employment and reasonable accommodations

or how to contact an agency.Legal and regulatory guidance

Financial suitability

Social security number request

Privacy Act

Signature and false statements

Selective Service

New employee probationary period

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to

apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/544745700. Only resumes

submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed

at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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Job Details

  • ID
    JC2718013
  • State
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  • Full-time
  • Salary
    N/A
  • Hiring Company
    Citizenship and Immigration Services
  • Date
    2019-09-20
  • Deadline
    2019-11-18
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