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This position is located in the Surveillance Branch within the Division of Enforcement. The Branch is responsible for the development, management, and evaluation of the Commission's market surveillance program. Conduct in-depth market, trading, economic, statistical, and data analyses of a wide variety of commodity derivatives market data, including futures, options, swaps, digital assets, and prediction markets, along with related cash market products. Analyze trading by individuals and groups of traders in relation to price movements, price relationships, open interest, and volume of trading, applying sophisticated economic and statistical techniques to determine whether such activity represents basic supply and demand forces or potential artificial market disruption. Analyze elements of proof in market abuse and market/price manipulation cases, evaluate results, and prepare detailed reports incorporating tabular data and graphical data analysis for use by Commission Enforcement staff. Build and assist in the development of business intelligence dashboards in tools like Tableau or Allium to drive insights from complex datasets. Participate in the development of software prototypes to advance and automate surveillance techniques in support of the Branch's mission in a rapidly expanding and innovative industry. Strategic and Advisory Duties: Serve as a trusted advisor, translating analytic findings for attorney teams and senior leadership. Guide the successful completion of major projects, including reviewing output from data science professionals and other analysts to support tool development and an increased understanding of covered markets. Support the development of the agency's AI and data analytics strategy. CT-13 Level: To qualify for the CT-13 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS/CT-12 level). Specialized experience is defined that through which one has gained experience: Expert knowledge of economic and statistical theories and in-depth trading techniques relating market, trading, and economic analysis of commodity derivatives markets including futures. Strong market intuition and quantitative skills. Skills in executing, maintaining, or improving trading strategies. Ability to analyze trading by individuals and groups of traders in relation to price movements, price relationships, open interest, and volume of trading, CT-14 Level: To qualify for the CT-14 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS/CT-13 level). Specialized experience is defined that through which one has gained experience: Expert knowledge of economic and statistical theories and in-depth trading techniques relating market, trading, and economic analysis of commodity derivatives markets including futures, options, swaps, or prediction markets, discussing trading and market situations with market participants and trading venues, and identifying trading behaviors and intentions. Ability to work individually or as a member of a team to isolate and/or define critical problem areas and use ingenuity to adapt, extend, or synthesize existing theories, principles, or techniques to carry out difficult analyses Communication skills to clearly convey findings in written and oral form, including graphical information, and the ability to educate and build consensus within a team environment. Ability to interpret and apply the Commission's regulations for economic and statistical analyses. Skills in maintaining or improving automated trading systems. Skills in executing, maintaining, or improving trading strategies. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency (knowledge, skills and abilities) in the following areas: 1. Responsible and Ethical AI Use Knowledge and skills to apply AI in ways that protect personal/professional security, mitigate harm, and ensure mindful, informed, and productive interaction. This includes understanding bias, privacy, governance, and compliance 2. Identifying Data Limitations Ability to recognize AI's constraints, assess data quality, and evaluate outputs for accuracy, completeness, and relevance 3. Data Analysis Skills in selecting, preparing, managing, and analyzing data to meet project goals, including statistical methods, visualization, and domain-specific analytics. 4. Machine Learning (ML) Competencies Understanding of ML concepts, algorithms, and applications, plus the ability to research, develop, and deploy generative AI tools and methodologies 5. AI Logic Competencies Knowledge of symbolic/logic-based AI, reasoning processes, and strategic decisions about when and how to apply these approaches. 6. AI Literacy and Problem Solving Foundational understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, risks, and when human. 7. Workflow Automation and AI Agent Orchestration Skills to design processes where AI handles repetitive tasks, and to manage multi-step AI agent workflows 8. AI Output Evaluation Critical review of AI results for factual accuracy, logic, and alignment with objectives

The incumbent of this position serves as Director of Field Operations Division for Multifamily Housing (MFH), Rural Housing Service (RHS). The primary purpose of the position is providing leadership and supervision to staff engaged in the development of policies, plans, procedures and oversight management of a nationwide program of MFH loan servicing and property management activities. USDA Employees: Please refer to the Next Steps section. Directs and assigns day-to-day activities relative to reviewing, analyzing, and approving the disposition of problem cases and other routine work submitted to the National Office, and provides technical advice in more complex situations. Coordinates with other Multifamily Housing Directors in the development, training, dissemination, and general implementation of rural development and program promotion activities of common interest. Provides authoritative advice and counsel regarding the field operations of Multifamily Housing's direct loans, subsidy programs, and servicing functions. Provides technical advice and leadership to members of the division, ensures policy enforcement, and provides for the coordination and supervision of the resolution of large, special and complex Multifamily Housing loan servicing issues. Directs and oversees the development of overall operating and evaluation of policies, methods, goals, objectives and criteria for the Field Operations Division program. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in Grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet the time in grade requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. For GS-15 Grade Level: Applicants must possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level; or its non-Federal equivalent that demonstrates: Providing leadership and oversight in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of nationwide multifamily housing program plans and objectives; analysis and evaluation of program effectiveness to determine the appropriate course of action for improvement; eliciting cooperation and deal effectively with representatives of Federal and non-Federal organizations on loan and grant program servicing matters; meeting and dealing with senior management officials to effectively present plans and technique proposals to a variety of audiences; and supervision of multifamily servicing staff; regulating and guiding the business operations of loan and subsidy processing for very-low, low and moderate income families and to preserve properties, fulfilling the Agency mission of providing decent, safe and sanitary housing for rural families; experience in drafting and editing position papers, regulations and technical assistance directives; and experience in prompt development of articulately written communication to the Departments' internal and external customers and the ability to develop such responses within very short timeframes. Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-1101 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. The U.S. Government utilizes Trusted Workforce 2.0 to implement Continuous Vetting (CV) as a-whole-of government approach to personnel security. If selected for this position, you will be subject to continuous automated record checks of criminal, financial, and public record databases throughout your period of eligibility or employment, replacing traditional periodic reinvestigations. Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period depending on your appointment type, unless previous federal service is creditable. During this time your employment will be evaluated, and we may consider: your performance and conduct, the needs and interests of the agency, whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government, and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

This is a County Executive Director position; exact locations are listed to the right. This position is only open to current permanent CO or GS employees nationwide. USDA Employees: Please refer to the Next Steps section. This position is employed by the local Farm Service Agency (FSA) committee(s). Responsible for directing and managing program and administrative operations for one or more counties. Carrying out permanent and ad hoc farm bill programs and policies established by USDA as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA). May perform farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated. Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives. Managing and directs activities of subordinate staff. The following may also be considered: Out-of-State CEDTs who have successfully completed the CEDT Program. Former (within the last 5 years) FSA supervisory/managerial CO or GS employees with a minimum of 52 weeks of specialized experience. Current Program Analyst, who: previously completed the CEDT program within the last 5 years and: requested to remain on the STC register for a 1-year extension exceeded the combined 2-year time limit for the STC register served as Program Analyst in Charge or (Program Technician in Charge) for more than 1 year within the last 5 years. If the selectee is not a current CED or has not successfully completed the CEDT program, then successful completion of the CEDT training program per requirements in handbook 27-PM paragraphs 472P and 477 is required. This training may be included as part of your performance plan. Note: Must have more than 52 weeks of total experience acquired on 1 to 3 temporary promotions during the most recent 5-year period. Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM. *--Examples of Specialized Experience would be experience in an FSA Supervisory position, CEDT position, or PA-in-Charge/PT-in-Charge position within the last 5 years for a total of at least 52 weeks. Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement, including the following specialized experience and/or education, as identified below: You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university. OR One-year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO-7 or GS-7 in the federal service. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports. In addition, experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications: One-year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO-9 or GS-9 in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as supervisory experience that equipped the applicant with the particular KSA's to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled. Examples of specialized experience would be experience in an FSA supervisory position, CEDT position, or Program Analyst in Charge (Program Technician in Charge) position within the last 5 years. You may start at the CO-12 level if you have one of the following qualifications: One-year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO-11 or GS-11 in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as supervisory experience that equipped the applicant with the particular KSA's to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled. Examples of specialized experience would be experience in an FSA supervisory position, CEDT position, or Program Analyst in Charge (Program Technician in Charge) position within the last 5 years.

These are County Program Analyst position(s), location(s) are listed to the right. Major Responsibilities for this position can be found below. Carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the program areas administered in the county. Interpreting and explaining procedures, program regulations and forms to producers and other agency personnel. Utilizing various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and processing automated forms. Using a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered. Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM. Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement, including the following specialized experience and/or education, as identified below: You may start at the CO-05 level if you have one of the following qualifications: Successful completion of four years of education above high school in an accredited business, secretarial or technical, junior college, college or university in any field in which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite or bachelor's degree from such an accredited college or university. OR At least one year of general work experience in support of projects, programs, or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions that indicate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; resolve conflict; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-07 level if you have one of the following qualifications: Successful completion of one full year of graduate education from an accredited college or university. OR Superior Academic Achievement: A bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university with either: grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale; 3.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale for required courses completed in a major field of study during the last two years of undergraduate study; class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision of the college; membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies. An applicant must submit an unofficial copy of their transcript at the initial phase of the application process demonstrating that they qualify based on superior academic achievement. If selected for the position, an official transcript must be provided from the college or university before the applicant entering on duty. OR One-year specialized experience equivalent to grade CO-5 or GS-5 level. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methods of fact-finding, analysis, and problem-solving techniques as they apply to the analysis, evaluation, and application of agricultural program requirements. In addition, knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university. OR One-year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO-7 or GS-7 in the federal service. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports. In addition, experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR A combination of education and experience as described above.

This is a County Program Analyst position, located in the Boone County FSA Office, in Burlington, Kentucky. This is a shared management operation with Owen County FSA Office in Owenton, Kentucky. Major Responsibilities for this position can be found below. Carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the program areas administered in the county. Interpreting and explaining procedures, program regulations and forms to producers and other agency personnel. Utilizing various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and processing automated forms. Using a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered. Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM. Applicants must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date in the announcement, including the following specialized experience and/or education, as identified below: You may start at the CO-04 level if you have one of the following qualifications: Successful completion of two years of education above high school in an accredited business, secretarial or technical, junior college, college or university in any field in which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite or associates degree from such an accredited college or university. OR At least 3 months of general work experience in support of projects, programs, or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions that indicate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; resolve conflict; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-05 level if you have one of the following qualifications: Successful completion of four years of education above high school in an accredited business, secretarial or technical, junior college, college or university in any field in which high school graduation or the equivalent is a prerequisite or bachelor's degree from such an accredited college or university. OR At least one year of general work experience in support of projects, programs, or assignments providing a requisite knowledge of agricultural operations, agricultural management, governmental programs, or related office and customer service functions that indicate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; resolve conflict; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-07 level if you have one of the following qualifications: Successful completion of one full year of graduate education from an accredited college or university. OR Superior Academic Achievement: A bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university with either: grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale; 3.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale for required courses completed in a major field of study during the last two years of undergraduate study; class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision of the college; membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies. An applicant must submit an unofficial copy of their transcript at the initial phase of the application process demonstrating that they qualify based on superior academic achievement. If selected for the position, an official transcript must be provided from the college or university before the applicant entering on duty. OR One-year specialized experience equivalent to grade CO-5 or GS-5 level. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methods of fact-finding, analysis, and problem-solving techniques as they apply to the analysis, evaluation, and application of agricultural program requirements. In addition, knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR A combination of education and experience as described above. You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications: A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited college or university. OR One-year specialized experience equivalent to at least grade CO-7 or GS-7 in the federal service. Specialized experience is experience that demonstrates knowledge of agricultural program policies and practices to independently examine applications, supporting documents, and program reports. In addition, experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of agricultural program operations to make recommendations for improvements. OR A combination of education and experience as described above.

This position is located in the Farm Service Agency, Virginia State Office, located in Richmond, VA.. This position provides support and assistance to the Farm Loan Managers and Farm Loan Officers that perform a range of lending activities, closing, disbursement, monitoring, liquidating, and servicing of agricultural loans. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the formulation and implementation of farm loan programs, policies, and procedures for the assigned farm loan area.. Provides technical advice and assistance on less complex matters concerning loan making. Refers complex matters to loan officers. Works with customers to assess their needs and provides information or assistance in resolving their issues. Provides information on the status of automated loan and supporting program applications such as: Farm Loan Program Information Delivery System, Guaranteed Loan System, Service Center Information Management System and the Farm Business Plan. Responds to questions and resolves problem. Communicates with borrowers regarding loan status, status of pending requests, and standard loan fund policies and procedures. Expresses information (for example, ideas and facts) to individuals or groups effectively. Generates, receives, records and disseminates correspondence correspondence regarding loan making. Services cases including loan closing and disbursements, repayments, lien/mortgage releases, and loan modification /extension request. In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. If education is required or being used to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. General Experience Requirement For the GS-05 grade level: You must have three years progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least the GS-04 grade level, that demonstrates your ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; to plan and organize my work; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. OR Education at the GS-05 grade level: A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree or a bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience as listed above. Specialized Experience Requirement For the GS-07 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in federal service or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience that demonstrates knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methods of fact-finding, analysis, and problem solving techniques as they apply to investigation, analysis and evaluation of financial factors and credit risks in granting and servicing of agricultural loans. In addition, you must have knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of farm loan program operations to make recommendations for improvements OR Education at the GS-07 grade level: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: any field of study. OR Superior Academic Achievement (SAA): Academic Achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled, such as that identified in Education above. SAA is based on: Class Standing - Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses; OR Grade-Point Average (G.P.A.) - Applicants must have a grade-point average of either (a) 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on your official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or (b) 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.; OR Honor Society Membership - Applicants may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/). OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience as listed above. For the GS-09 grade level: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in federal service or comparable experience not gained through federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience that demonstrates knowledge of credit principles and practices to assess the fundamental soundness of loans by independently examining applications, supporting documents, and credit reports, and maintaining servicing activities on agricultural loans. In addition, experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to assist in assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of farm loan program operations to make recommendations for improvements.. OR Education at the GS-09 grade level: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: any field of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience as listed above. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must be a US Citizen or US National. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected, you may be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are unable to reimburse for any fees incurred. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period unless previous federal service is creditable. During this time your employment will be evaluated, and we may consider: your performance and conduct, the needs and interests of the agency, whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government, and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.

This position is located in the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC) Headquarters Office in Arlington, VA. OLDCC, statutorily authorized under Title 10 USC §198, is a unique Department of War (DoW) field activity that furthers the Secretary's priorities by supporting efforts to enhance the readiness and lethality of military installations, ranges, and test facilities. Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as a Project Manager for the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC), under the direction of the OLDCC Director, coordinating technical and financial assistance on behalf of Defense-impacted areas as they seek to respond to impacts arising from local Department of War (DoW) activity. Organizes appropriate local, intergovernmental, or inter-agency leadership groups and OLDCC staff teams to plan and implement projects, including coordinating with and assisting communities with the development of Federal grant applications. Serves as the senior subject matter expert in OLDCC providing guidance and direction to ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and policies regarding the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Develops a program and strategic plan to encompass all NEPA regulatory requirements across all OLDCC lines of effort. Plans, organizes, leads, and represents OLDCC and the DoW at conferences, meetings, working groups, and field visits at the local, state, and Federal levels, to include leadership and staff at local installations. In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your ability to 1) Managing project or grant activities to support implementing activities to alleviate economic impacts; 2) Providing guidance on compliance with environmental laws and policies pertaining to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); and 3) Serving as a liaison with community partnerships and stakeholder organizations. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Your resume may not exceed two (2) pages. For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the duration of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume at https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, as part of their application package, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD-214, indicating the service member is otherwise eligible and will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of submission. A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. This "certification" must include your rank, dates of active duty service, type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable), and date any terminal leave will begin. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with their initial application will be found "not eligible". Members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if they are on terminal leave. Current or Former Political Appointees: Agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.

This position is in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), Board Operations Division, Administrative Management Branch. PTAB reviews ex parte appeals, reexamination requests, interferences, and proceedings under the America Invents Act. The Administrative Management Branch provides acquisition, budget, finance, and administrative support for PTAB operations. The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.This position serves as the Acquisition Program Specialist. This is your next ideal career move if: You have managed acquisitions and procurement planning for equipment, services, and supplies; monitor organizational needs; plan acquisitions; ensure use of appropriate procurement methods; and coordinate with acquisition officials and other stakeholders to support mission requirements. You have developed and maintained processes to monitor contractor performance related to delivery, cost, and progress; identified potential problems, cost overruns, and funding risks; and initiated corrective actions to improve accountability and contract outcomes. You have advised program officials on acquisition planning and strategy by preparing statements of work and related acquisition documentation, analyzing contractor proposals, and supporting solicitation, negotiation, and contract modification activities. You have managed the planning, preparation, and execution of an organization's budget and operating plan by reviewing and revising budget estimates and justification materials, monitoring obligations, expenditures, and funding trends, and ensuring funds are used in accordance with applicable requirements. You have provided analysis and advice on acquisition and budget matters by reviewing contract processes, purchase orders, and purchase card activity, managing automated procurement systems, recommending process improvements, and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and internal controls. You have served as a liaison and representative on acquisition and budget matters by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, presenting information in meetings and briefings, providing guidance to leadership, and supporting coordination across acquisition, finance, and program operations. 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 Business and Industry Series 1101. 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, you must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 in the Federal service: For this position, the next lower grade level is a GS-13. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience managing acquisition and contract administration activities for equipment, services, and supplies, including preparing or supporting acquisition documentation, monitoring contractor performance, resolving cost, schedule, or funding issues, and ensuring compliance with applicable acquisition regulations, policies, and internal controls. Experience managing budget formulation and execution for an organization or program, including developing budget estimates and justifications, monitoring obligations and expenditures, preparing or supporting operating plans, and ensuring compliance with financial requirements and funding limitations. Experience providing advisory services to leadership and program officials on acquisition, budget, and administrative matters, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders, recommending process improvements, supporting internal controls, and representing the organization on related issues. 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.

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. This position is located in the Clothing and Textile Business Group, Central Office, Washington, D.C. Serves as a Manufacturing Specialist with a major focus on both production excellence and customer sales support under the supervision of the Manager of Manufacturing. Facilitates conformance of all functional areas to established sales levels in the Clothing & Textiles factories in order to meet the customers' requirements. Duties will include any of the following activities: providing technical, developmental and operational manufacturing systems and the implementation of competitive technologies and procedures to achieve efficient and quality delivery of products to the customers. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis. To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements: Education There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position. Experience You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled. Some examples of this qualifying experience are: Experience in industrial operations, plant layouts, and machinery used in the fabrication of complex products. Experience in cost/benefit analysis to ensure that production costs are kept to a minimum while assuring maximum benefit to both Federal Prison Industries and the customer in terms of quality and on-time delivery. Experience in manufacturing environment to include methods/process analysis, problem solving, production planning, inventory control and production flow management. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities. **Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.** Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): This program applies to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location. See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, 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. More information can be found here: U.S Department of Justice - Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Key Requirements: U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section.

As a Workplace Strategist, you will operate as a senior subject matter and program expert serving as a full service consultant to customer agencies on complex and high-impact workplace requirements. Location of position: General Services Administration (GSA), Public Buildings Service (PBS), Office of Architecture and Engineering. Positions may be filled in any of the listed locations. We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Provides senior-level technical expertise on optimal space utilization, coordinating with customer agencies, management officials and other subject matter experts to identify opportunities to reduce office space, foster collaboration, improve operational performance, and better manage workplace technologies. Develops comprehensive recommendations for portfolio and space management ranging from full building restacking, to redesigns of a major leased location or reconfiguration of multi-floor Federal workplaces all with the goals of customer agencies and cost reductions. Develops strategic workplace visions and implementation approaches tailored to customer requirements. Provides input to national PBS teams developing policies, standards, guidance, and training related to workplace innovation strategies. Conducts special studies, management reviews, and other program activities in support of the Workplace program and related national initiatives. To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-13 salary range starts at $108,173 per year. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience analyzing customer requirements and operational information to develop innovative workplace solutions. This experience must include: assessing workplace and space utilization needs; developing and implementing workplace strategies and space management solutions; and providing recommendations and technical advice to customers and stakeholders to improve operational efficiency, collaboration, space utilization, or cost effectiveness. If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level). Serve a one year probationary period, if required.

As a Service Center Director, you will manage, direct, and coordinate the Center's activities, functions, and operations. Location of position: Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) - Office of Acquisition Solutions Development. We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed. Plans, develops, manages, directs, and coordinates contract compliance activities for GSA MAS and non-MAS contracts which are long-term government-wide contractual vehicles with commercial firms providing government customers with direct delivery of state-of-the-art, high quality commercial products and services. Performs the full range of supervisory and managerial duties for assigned staff, which includes but is not limited to the following: Establishes organizational structure, allocates work force and financial allocations, and delegates authority and responsibility as needed. Participates with higher level management in formulating long-range plans for the organization. Sets objectives, priorities, and goals for the Service Center. Provides valuable input and recommendations concerning ongoing projects, significant trends, recurring problems and recommends or applies proven solutions for significant Service Center projects. Undertakes and directs special studies as needed and prepares special reports or position papers involving a plethora of highly complex and intricate contract compliance issues. Maintains compliance data and history, along with other indicators of Center execution and effectiveness, and compiles data for statistical management reports. Prepares and gives briefings on contract compliance matters. Reviews and resolves the most complex, sensitive, and controversial quality and supplier operational issues facing the Center, such as those involving highly specialized or unique commodities, critical contractors, or other service providers, high profile and/or extremely hostile quality conflict and recommends policy adjustments for persistent or critical quality programs. Evaluates the effectiveness of existing contract compliance strategies and implements policies and procedures leading Supplier Compliance Service Center business initiatives. To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-15 salary range starts at $150,359 per year. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is planning, managing and directing an information technology contract compliance program responsible for ensuring that suppliers are securely providing products and services in accordance with contractual requirements. This experience must include: ● Assessing and monitoring complex contractor processes and systems using qualitative and quantitative techniques ● Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures ● Applying knowledge of both government and commercial business practices and quality assurance operations ● Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, leadership and regulatory officials, and meeting with industry partners, and Federal, and State and local agencies. If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 or Non­Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service. Serve a one year probationary period, if required. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 4 investigation level). Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position Serve a one year supervisory or managerial probationary period, if required.