IMMIGRATION MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (OA)
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Description: Department of Homeland Security is currently seeking to employ IMMIGRATION MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (OA) right now, this occupation will be placed in Nebraska. More complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below.
- Completing a variety of physical, database and system file checks to prepare cases for adjudication and coordinate with other units to resolve non-routine issues and cases.
- Updating systems with current information required for reports and data analysis and administering management information systems.
- Assisting the Contract Performance Analysts with inspections, preparation of reports and procedure planning as well as reviewing daily deposits.
- Supporting various administrative or operational programs by managing requests from internal customers.
- Managing inquiries using various USCIS databases, electronic sy stems and reports; and reviewing and analyzing files and providing case status information and explanation.
- Handling special mailings, creating databases, and maintaining files and filing systems.
- Operating word-processing software and computer hardware to produce, store and retrieve drafts of a variety of document types.
Job family (Series)
0303 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant
Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Shift work may be required.
May be required to work at any of the thr ee office locations in Lincoln, NE.
Probationary Period: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement 05/14/2018.
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 e mployment 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 pa ss 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.
Qualifications
Typing Certification: You must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. You can self-certify by submitting a statement that you can type this speed.
General Office Skills : Applicants must possess knowledge of general office automation software, practices, and procedures.
Physical Demands : Applicants must be able to lift moderately heavy items such as file tubs and record boxes or bins weighting up to 25 lbs.
?GS-05: You qualify at the GS-05 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to the GS-04 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:- Collecting data, organizing data into a usable format, and using personal computers and software to enter and retrieve data form an automation information system and various types of software;
- Answering routine questions from other employees and distributing information to appropriate personnel;
- Receiving, assigning, monitoring, reviewing and verifying documents through an automated information system; searching office records to respond to inquiries
- Successful completion of a full four-year course of study above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite can be substituted for specialized experience. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. 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.
- Assisting Analysts with inspections and preparation of reports and procedure planning;
- Assisting in compilation of statistical information from automated resources to be used in past, current and future evaluations of data quality;
- Collecting data from multiple sources; searching databases and legal documents for relev ant information;
- Communicating in writing and/or in person to assist aliens, attorneys, other law enforcement agencies.
- Compiling statistical information from automated resources to be used in past, current and future evaluations of data quality;
- Resolving routine problem regarding immigration cases, researching and interpreting guidelines for use in reports and cases;
- Providing guidance on immigration policies, procedures and regulations.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable), as it relates to this job opportunity. Please be clear and specific when describing your work history as we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will also be rated and ranked among others 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)
- Salary
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, so cial). 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.Education
COMBINING QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: If you do not qualify based on experience or education alone, you may be able to qualify based on a combination of your experience and education. For more information on combining education and experience, visit the following website: General Schedule Qualification Standards .
Additional information
The Nebraska Service Center is located in Nebraska's capital city, Lincoln (pop. 268,738). Gallup recently named Lincoln the "Happiest City in America". For mor e information about what makes Lincoln so special, check out the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce website. In the 2015 Best Places to Work in Lincoln competition, the Nebraska Service Center was voted #2 in the large organization category. This shows the pride our 900 employees have in the importance of the work that they do, the incredible work/life balance they enjoy, and the truly supportive and friendly work environment they've created. For more information, check out the Nebraska Service Center Welcome Video .
DHS 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 Myth Buster Pag e .
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
Veterans , Peace Corps / VISTA volunteers , Schedule A , Eligible Family Members : You 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 and to understand the documentation that would be required with your application, click on the links above and contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. We encourage you to apply to USCIS vacancies using these special hiring authorities.
USCIS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired em ployees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
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 Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this position based upon information reflected in your resume. Your resume must support your responses to the job specific assessment questionnaire, level of education claimed, experience, and/or training. To remain in consideration for this position, please ensure your resume covers this requirement and that your resume has been successfully submitted as part of your on-line application package.
- Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrate s 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.
- Manages and Organizes Information
- Planning and Evaluating
- Customer Service
- Oral Communication
Creation of this package includes completing the on-line assessment questionnaire, uploading your resume, and uploading any required supporting documents.
NOTE: Your resume and supporting documentation will be verified. If you rated yourself higher than what is supported by your application material, you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
If you are found best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10200998 .
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles
If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about CTAP or ICTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 95 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Veterans
Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preferenc e 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.Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Public Trust - Background Investigation
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Your resume (No longer than 5 pages in length) that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section. If you use Resume Builder, you are encouraged to save your resume to a Word document and upload the Word document in lieu of submitting your resume created through Resume Builder. This helps ensure you meet the 5-page resume limit.
- Your responses to the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10200998 (submitted through the on-line application process in USA Jobs. Responses DO NOT need to be attached as an additional document to your application).
- Are you qualifying based on education? You must submi t a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable). For verification purposes, the transcript submitted must include your name and name of institution where education was received. 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 your DD-214 along with the letter from the Veterans Administration, or other formal documentation, that clearly identifies overall rating of disability. 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 release d 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 .
- Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? Submit:
- a copy of your agency notice,
- a copy of your most recent performance rating, and
- a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
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 Educ ation 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.
Benefits
Benefits
A 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 benefits
Eligibility 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.
Duties
Summary
All resumes submitted for USCIS job opportunities must not be longer than five ( 5) pages in length. To remain eligible for employment consideration for this Job Opportunity Announcement, you should confirm that your resume meets this requirement. If you use Resume Builder, you are encouraged to save your resume to a Word document and upload the Word document in lieu of submitting your resume created through resume Builder. This helps ensure you meet the 5-page resume limit.
This position of IMMIGRATION MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT (OA) starts at a salary of $33,394 GS-05 grade level, to $53,773 GS-07 grade level, with promotion potential to the GS-07 grade level.
This is a one-graded interval position with full performance to the GS-7 grade level. Promotion progression is from the GS-5 to GS-6 to GS-7.
For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here .
This position is in the bargaining unit.
This position is not considered "essential" for purposes of reporting to work when the fac ility might otherwise be closed.
Note: USCIS may fill one or more positions using this vacancy.
At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence, and limited complexity.
Responsibilities
Travel Required
Not required
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
7
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