KEY REQUIREMENTS



• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
• Male applicants must meet the Selective Service requirement
• You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination
• Must be able to type at least 40 words per minute

SCHOOL INFORMATION ASSISTANT, GS-0303-06
In this position, you will input and maintain data in the student information management system. Provide a variety of school administrative functions such as student registration, student attendance, academic records maintenance, tuition status and other related processes. Independently receives and acquires various data and enters into the student information management database to include new student enrollment, discipline and attendance data, school and student scheduling information, report cards and transcript information and athletic eligibility for all students.

In order to qualify for the GS-06 you must possess:

   • Specialized experience:  To qualify applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level (GS-05).  Specialized experience is defined as applying extensive rules, procedures, operations, functions and commitments to secretarial and clerical assignments to perform the procedural and administrative work of the office, such as screening calls and visitors, maintaining supervisor’s calendar, preparing, reviewing and editing documents, locating and assembling information for various reports, maintaining files/records, and making and preparing travel arrangements; knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and format to accurately prepare and edit written correspondence and reports, and transcribed material. Resume must support information provided.

   • Education: As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-5; however, graduate education may be credited as long as the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position.

 If using education directly related to the work of the position as specialized experience please see Educational Note below:

Education Note: Successful completion of a full four-year course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in any field. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school. A photocopy of all OFFICIAL college/university transcripts (front and back) must be submitted.  To receive the maximum allowable credit you must include all transcripts (front and back) for each degree earned to include any additional courses currently in progress.  Any transcripts submitted that are not in English or not official will be removed from the application and will not be considered. (Transcripts must be in English.)

   • Federal Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must meet the Time in Grade Restriction.

   • Time in Grade Restriction:  Must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the GS-5 level.

 A photocopy of all OFFICIAL college/university transcripts (front and back) must be submitted.  To receive the maximum allowable credit you must include all transcripts (front and back) for each degree earned to include any additional courses currently in progress.  Any transcripts submitted that are not in English or not official will be removed from the application and will not be considered. (Transcripts must be in English.)

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once your application is complete, the Human Resources Office will compare your resume and supporting documentation against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this position. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documents, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted, including marking you ineligible for this position. Applicants will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, military spouse preference and family member applicants with Veterans Preference will receive selection priority over military spouse preference and family member applicants who are non-veterans.

For positions with temporary appointments lasting less than one year, benefits will not be authorized.

Working for the Department of Defense Education Activity offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. To find out more about the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit www.opm.gov/insure

OTHER INFORMATION:

PAYMENT OF TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION ARE NOT AUTHORIZED.

NOTE: Candidates selected for temporary positions may be non-competitively converted to permanent without further competition.

Locality Pay: Locality rates of pay in CONUS will not be used for pay setting when transferring to an overseas/foreign area.

Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All candidates must reside within the local commuting area where the position is located. Local commuting area is defined as the geographic area surrounding a work site that encompasses the localities where people live and reasonably can be expected to travel back and forth daily to work based on the generally held expectations of the local community. (5 CFR 575.203)

Incumbent may be required to complete a 1-year probationary or trial period.

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements.

You will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer in accordance with DoD Regulation 7000.14R.

Selectee must undergo Background Checks IAW DoDI 1402.5 (e.g. Local Files Check, State Criminal History Records Check, and National Agency Check Inquiries). Employment in these positions is subject to successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet/maintain these requirements may be grounds for termination.

Follow the steps below to apply online. Your application and ALL required supporting documents must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on Friday, February 15, 2013. Paper, faxed or e-mailed electronic applications submitted directly to the agency and not through the USA Jobs program using the instructions below will not be considered.

Step 1: Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. It is essential that your resume provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessments vacancy questions. If your responses are not adequately substantiated by your resume, the HRO will amend your rating to more accurately reflect the level of competency that is indicated by the content of your resume.
NOTE: Your application/resume for Federal employment must include the following information in order to be considered for the position:
-- Your highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment, if you are a current or former Federal employee.
-- Total employment period, i.e., starting and ending dates (month and year) for each work experience, paid and unpaid, related to the job for which you are applying, including the hours per week. Also include a description of your duties and accomplishments, your employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, and salary. If you are currently employed, you must indicate if we may contact your current supervisor.
-- Highest level of education completed.
-- Job-related training courses (title and year).
-- Job-related skills.
-- Job-related certificates and licenses (current only).
-- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments (give dates-but do not send documents).
Step 2: Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire.
Step 3: Submit supporting documents. Submit the required documents specified in the "Required Documents" Section of this vacancy. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following 835265 . Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Note: To return to a previously Saved or Incomplete application you may use the following link: https://applicationmanager.gov/ .
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire, and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 15, 2013.

Applicants will not be considered or rated if all of the forms and supporting documents indicated below are not included in the application packet.

Online Occupational Questionnaire - Required

Resume - Required

Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) – Required

 This form is available online at http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf

Questionnaire for Military Spouse Preference - Required if claiming MSP

This form is available online at http://www.pac.dodea.edu/supportservices/personnel/forms/QUESTIONNAIREMSPPREFERENCE.doc

Applicants requesting Military Spouse Preference (MSP) must submit a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders indicating authorization of dependent travel; or a Command Sponsorship letter, if you are not on the sponsor's orders. Failure to provide documents will result in placement in a "non-preference" status.

Applicants requesting Family Member Preference must submit a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders or Certificate of employment indicating authorization of dependent travel.

        Copy of latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, if applicant has current or previous Federal civil service experience.

Applicants requesting Military Spouse Preference (MSP) must submit a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders indicating authorization of dependent travel; or a Command Sponsorship letter, if you are not on the sponsor's orders.

Applicants requesting Family Member Preference must submit a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station orders or Certificate of employment indicating authorization of dependent travel.

Applicants claiming 5-point veteran’s preference must submit a copy of DD-214 (copy member 4), Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Applicants claiming 10-point veteran’s http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf. Application for 10-Point Preference, as well as the required documentation indicated on the SF-15. Lack of supporting documentation will result in the agency's inability to recognize veteran status for this announcement.   Failure to provide documents could result in placement in a "non-preference" status or status that can be verified using information provided.

Applicants qualifying based on education must provide photocopies of all OFFICIAL college/university transcripts (front and back). To receive the maximum allowable credit you must include all transcripts (front and back) for each degree earned to include any additional courses currently in progress. Any transcripts submitted that are not in English or not official will be removed from the application and will not be considered. (Transcripts must be in English.)

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once your complete application is received and as vacancies occur, evaluations of applications will be conducted. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.

DoDEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. General information concerning EEO policies and procedures can be found on the DoDEA’s Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity website at .