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Summary This position is located within the U. S. Patent and Trademark Office, Office of Data Management (ODM).ODM manages the processing and data capture of allowed patent applications, assembles and mails patent grants, and prepares Certificates of Correction. ODM is also responsible for the production of weekly text searchable and image databases of issued patents and Pre-Grant Application Publications. Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia.This position is telework eligible per agency and business unit discretion/policy. Major Duties for this position include: Serves as Supervisor of the Business Data Analysis Branch, exercising full delegated responsibility for accomplishment of the Branch\'s mission. Plans, directs, manages, and supervises the functions and daily operations of the Branch. Develops goals and objectives for the Branch and ensures alignment with OAPP, ODM, and DID goals and objectives. Decides which goals and objectives should be emphasized; and plans for long-range staffing needs, to include consideration of whether to contract out work. Decides on the appropriate methodologies to use in achieving work goals and objectives. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities and consideration of other factors, and balances workload to ensure equitable work distribution among subordinates. Resolves technical and administrative problems presented by subordinates. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management\'s (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at General Schedule Qualification Standards Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-12: You must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience conducting detailed analytical studies and evaluations of management and program operations to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative and production processes within an organization. Experience in developing recommendations for process and performance improvements, utilizing knowledge of management principles, theories, and quality assurance standards to enhance organizational productivity and ensure data integrity. Experience in Supervising and managing program operations and staff activities by planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of subordinates, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives, and balancing workload distribution to maintain efficient operations. AND MEET TIME IN GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT: You must meet applicable TIG requirements to be considered eligible. To meet TIG for positions above the GS-05 grade level, you must have served at least one year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade (or equivalent) in the normal line of progression for the position you are applying to. Advancement to positions up to GS-05 is permitted if the position to be filled is no more than two grades above the lowest grade held within the preceding 52 weeks. 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 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. Education Education cannot not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Additional Information If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. If selected for this position, you may be required to complete the Fair Credit Act Memo, which gives consent so that one or more consumer credit reports may be obtained for employment purposes. This is a Public Trust position and has a risk level designation of \"moderate.\" Background Investigation - If selected for this position, you may be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306), which includes a fingerprint and credit check, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The USPTO participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the Department of Homeland Security Website. Supervisory Probationary Period- If selected, you may be required to complete an initial one-year supervisory probationary period. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice. Relocation Expenses are not authorized and will not be paid. CTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a \"well qualified\" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management\'s Career Transition Resources website at: OPM CTAP/ICTAP. CTAP documentation requirements are listed in the \'Required Documents\' section of this announcement. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued. All application materials become the property of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. USPTO Job Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should request accommodation(s) from the USPTO at USPTO Reasonable Accommodation. The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. If you believe that you have been discriminated against and would like to file an EEO complaint, you must do so within 45 days of the date of the alleged discriminatory act. Claims of employment discrimination must be submitted to the attention of the USPTO\'s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity via email (oeeod@uspto.gov) or phone (571-272-8292).
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Legal Assistant (Management Analyst I)
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Summary This position is in the Strategic Planning and Knowledge Management Division, Office of Performance, Planning, and Financial Management, DCTA. The incumbent serves as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for contracts within the Trademark Office, and has responsibilities for planning, directing, analyzing, and implementing a variety of operational, technical, and administrative processes, including procedures, policies, and programs in support of contracting activities. Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. This position is telework eligible per agency and business unit discretion/policy. Major Duties for this position include: You enjoy managing all aspects of contracts within the Trademark Office in order to ensure government contract compliance. You have a passion for developing and implements new and revised policies, processes, and procedures relative to daily contract support services. You are committed to monitoring and administrating financial oversight of existing contracts, including proper authorization and expenditure of capital funds. You have a desire to serve as a Special Projects Officer who conducts research, review and analysis on a variety of Trademark management programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management\'s (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Management and Program Analysis Series -0343 Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-12. Specialized experience for this position includes: Grade 13: Experience serving as an advisor related to A-76 contracts, contract regulations and processes; Experience with planning, directing, analyzing and implementing a variety of operational, technical and administrative processes, procedures, and programs in support of contracting activities. Grade 14: Experience serving as an advisor related to A-76 contracts, contract regulations and processes. Experience with planning, directing, analyzing and implementing a variety of operational, technical and administrative processes, procedures, and programs in support of contracting activities Experience with implementing new or modified legislation which impacts the contract examination processes and systems Experience as a COR, responsible for the administration, management, and oversight of the development, maintenance, and operational efficiency and effectiveness of Trademark contracts. 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 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. Education Education cannot be substituted at these grade levels. Additional Information If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. This is a Public Trust position and has a risk level designation of \"moderate.\" Background Investigation - If selected for this position, you may be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306), which includes a fingerprint and credit check, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The USPTO participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the Department of Homeland Security Website. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice. Relocation Expenses are not authorized and will not be paid. CTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a \"well qualified\" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management\'s Career Transition Resources website at: OPM CTAP/ICTAP. CTAP documentation requirements are listed in the \'Required Documents\' section of this announcement. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued. All application materials become the property of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. USPTO Job Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should request accommodation(s) from the USPTO at USPTO Reasonable Accommodation. The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. If you believe that you have been discriminated against and would like to file an EEO complaint, you must do so within 45 days of the date of the alleged discriminatory act. Claims of employment discrimination must be submitted to the attention of the USPTO\'s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity via email (oeeod@uspto.gov) or phone (571-272-8292).
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Summary Do you want to bring new ideas and support to USPTO space management efforts? Your skill set is needed to provide space design, planning and renovation services for all USPTO locations and assists with employee moves. Responsibilities The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. This position is telework eligible per agency and business unit discretion/policy. If selected for an interview, applicants are encouraged to discuss telework options and eligibility specific to the position in which they applied with the hiring manager. This position is located in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Office of Administrative Services (OAS), Space & Facilities Management Division (SFMD), Space and Project Management Branch. As a Space Management Assistant, this opportunity is ideal for you if: You are eager to assist with planning efforts, and projects in cooperation with contractors and vendors in the establishment and maintenance space management. You look forward to serving as a point of contact for organizational leadership coordinating office physical site moves, and schedules. You are excited to perform a variety of clerical duties related to operations of an office to include floor plan validation surveys, occupancy verification, control of mail and non-technical information distribution. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management\'s (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. OPM Qualifications Standards are available at Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped applicants with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-5. Specialized experience for this position includes: Performing a segment of evaluative and technical work of an administrative function; identifying issues or problems and seeking alternative solutions consistent with applicable regulations for programs such as administrative support programs, managing public records, space planning projects, etc. and experience using automated systems, and assisting customers. 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 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. Education Education may not be substituted for experience at this grade level. Additional Information If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. This is a Bargaining Unit position and represented by The National Treasury Employees Union, Chapter 243 (NTEU 243) This is a Public Trust position and has a risk level designation of \"low.\" Background Investigation - If selected for this position, you may be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306), which includes a fingerprint and credit check, to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The USPTO participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please visit the Department of Homeland Security Website. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice. Relocation Expenses are not authorized and will not be paid. CTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a \"well qualified\" rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management\'s Career Transition Resources website at: OPM CTAP/ICTAP. CTAP documentation requirements are listed in the \'Required Documents\' section of this announcement. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 90 days from the date the certificate was issued. All application materials become the property of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. USPTO Job Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should request accommodation(s) from the USPTO at USPTO Reasonable Accommodation. The United States Patent and Trademark Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate 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, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. If you believe that you have been discriminated against and would like to file an EEO complaint, you must do so within 45 days of the date of the alleged discriminatory act. Claims of employment discrimination must be submitted to the attention of the USPTO\'s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity via email (oeeod@uspto.gov) or phone (571-272-8292).
