Medical Support Assistant at White River Junction

JOB SUMMARY:

NOTE: Your final appointment, grade, step and salary will be determined by the Medical Support Assistant (MSA) Professional Standards Board recommendation and Medical Center Director approval

 

Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) 920012

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincolns promise – "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" – by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans.  
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.  For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov

Note:  The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-5.  The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-4 to GS-5.  The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate’s education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed.  The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.  The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass pre-employment examination
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English
• Background and-or Security Investigation required

DUTIES:Back to top

This position serves as a medical support assistant in the Radiology Service Line in White River Junction VA Medical Center, and is under the supervision of the Chief Radiologic Technologist.   Occupation involves technical work concerned with processing CDs with patient images andreports, and scheduling patient appointments.  Work requires practical knowledge of medical terminology and procedures common to each modality, department procedures for the scheduling of patient appointments, and HIPAA procedures regarding release of patient information. Analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and dedication to customer service are required on a daily basis to carry out the functions of this position.

 

Duties include but are not limited to:

 

* Receives telephone calls via the automated call distribution (ACD) system from internal and external customers in timely manner.

 

* Schedules patients for radiology tests in accordance with Service procedures and policies; and instructs patients on standard preparation procedures required prior to testing (i.e. liquid intake, medications, dietary instructions, lab tests,etc).  

 

* Schedules appointments in the scheduling package; avoiding conflicts with other scheduled appointments within the Service, and other Medical Center services.

 

* Burns images to CD from Picture Archiving Computer System (PACS) digitized workstation following departmental and medical-center wide policies.  

 

* The work is performed under stressful situations, in that the incumbent must be able to cope with difficult personalities and heavy workloads, which requires strict attention to detail and independent resolution of day-to-day problems .

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

*US Citizenship

*English Language Proficiency

 

*Education and Experience

 

All applicants must meet the following requirements in order to be considered at the GS-04 level and above:

GS-04, Applicants who meet at least one of the following requirements may qualify for position as this grade level:

• 1 year of general experience performing progressively responsible clerical, office or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled; OR
• Successfully completed education 2 years above high school, in any field, 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; OR
• Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement.

GS-05, Applicants who meet at least one of the following requirements may qualify for positions at this grade level:

• 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-4 level such as working in a medical office setting with responsibility for working with patient eligibility, patient related data management computer systems, and working with patient benefits coordination. Additional examples include: maintaining clinical records and files, entering and obtaining health data, scheduling and coordinating patient appointments, interviewing patients to obtain demographic and insurance information, answering routine and recurring inquiries and maintaining patient confidentiality.; OR
• Successfully completed education four years above high school level in any field, 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; OR
• Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements, only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours (i.e., beyond the second year) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. 

 

 

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
 

References: MSA Qualification Standards set forth VA Handbook 5005/53 

PLEASE NOTE:  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.  If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

Physical Requirements: Applicants must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position without hazard to themselves or others. Depending on the essential duties of a specific position, usable vision, color vision, hearing or speech may be required. However, in most cases, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify an applicant for appointment. 

 

Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.

Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.  For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the application checklist or visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified.  Please follow all instructions carefully.  Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: White River Junction, Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration.

Sales / Customer Service - Part Time / Full Time - Entry Level Summer Work at BRATTLEBORO

Looking for a company that cares more about your attitude and willingness to learn than your previous experience? Trying to find part-time work that actually fits around YOUR summer schedule? Hoping that youll find a place where customer service means something better than talking to unhappy people? You just might be looking for us.

Were Vector Marketing, a 30 year-old U.S. based company thats looking to add people to our team in both part time and full time capacities.

We have part time and some full time opportunities in both temporary and permanent positions for college students, individuals needing extra income, recent high school graduates and others. Our representatives market Cutco products through a low key one-on-one approach that emphasizes customer service.

What we offer:

• Training to get you off to a good start and regular opportunities for on-going training and professional development.


• A flexible schedule that can work around an internship, summer school, family vacations, or a second job.


• Regular feedback and personal attention from our management staff.


• Promotion opportunities based on merit, not tenure.


• Clear-cut direction on what it takes to succeed.


• The choice to move among several different career options - including part-time, full-time, and management.


• Many of the students who start with us during the summer are able to transition to a more part time schedule in the fall - either in their local office or by transferring to an office closer to their college or university.
  

We believe our training program is so effective that anyone who wants to be successful with us can be. Thats why, unlike a lot of companies, we dont think lack of experience means we shouldnt give people a chance. We dont see a recent stretch of unemployment as an indicator of a persons ability or desire. And we wait to make a decision until after weve had a chance to meet you face-to-face.

While the economy has been rough for a lot of companies, weve continued to thrive. Were growing. And theres room for you to grow with us.

Pay & Work Requirements:

• Excellent pay


• Enjoy working with people


• Conditions apply


• Must be at 18 or a high school graduate

Vector Marketing is a North American firm established in 1981. Everyone on our sales management team started in the same place in the sales representative position youre applying for right now.

 

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: BRATTLEBORO, Company: Vector Marketing Corporation.

County Executive Director at Orleans

JOB SUMMARY:

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "HOW TO APPLY" BEFORE YOU BEGIN

RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED

This is a non-civil service position with the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.
Veterans preference does not apply.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. Be part of our team and support the well-being of American agriculture and the American public.

FSAs diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement and supplemental savings plan, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national to apply.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

DUTIES:Back to top

This position is located in the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.

Open to All current Vermont FSA supervisory or managerial employees, including but not limited to, CEDs, FLMs, and State Office Farm Loan Chiefs with specialized experience.

Current In-State County Operations Trainees (COT) who have successfully completed the COT program or are within 30 calendar days of successfully completing the COT program.  Current Vermont FSA employees with managerial experience (Farm Loan Managers, State Office Chiefs, current CEDs, and similar positions).

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 to carry out permanent and ad hoc commodity production, commodity/facility loan, conservation, environmental quality, indemnity, disaster, emergency and defense programs as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).

·  Provides basic farm loan program services.

·  May perform additional farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.

·  Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.

You must meet all qualification requirements by Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

The following are minimum requirements for the possible grade levels of this position.

You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.  OR
• A combination of graduate education and experience as listed above. 

You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in independently conducting agricultural operation or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees. 

Supervisory Probationary Period:  Section 303 of the Civil Service Reform Act (Public Law 95-454) established a probationary period of one year for newly appointed managers and supervisors unless prior supervisory or managerial experience is creditable.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume.  You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process.  Please refer to the “How to Apply, Alternative Methods for Submitting Your Application Materials” section, for instructions on submitting the transcript.

NOTE: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK:  Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW TO WRITE A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards and education as it relates to the qualification requirements and on the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below.  There are no special forms for these statements.  They may be submitted on plain paper with your name and the announcement number at the top.  You should include specific tasks performed, the dates you performed them, and where you were working at the time.  KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. 

Candidates who do not submit the supplemental statements will not be considered.

1.  Ability to plan work and make decisions independently.
2. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
3.  Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to supervise and lead people.
5.  Knowledge of FSA Programs, farming practices and customs.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: Orleans, Company: Farm Service Agency.

County Executive Director at Orleans

JOB SUMMARY:

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "HOW TO APPLY" BEFORE YOU BEGIN

RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED

This is a non-civil service position with the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.
Veterans preference does not apply.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. Be part of our team and support the well-being of American agriculture and the American public.

FSAs diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement and supplemental savings plan, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national to apply.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

DUTIES:Back to top

This position is located in the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.

Open to All current Vermont FSA supervisory or managerial employees, including but not limited to, CEDs, FLMs, and State Office Farm Loan Chiefs with specialized experience.

Current In-State County Operations Trainees (COT) who have successfully completed the COT program or are within 30 calendar days of successfully completing the COT program.  Current Vermont FSA employees with managerial experience (Farm Loan Managers, State Office Chiefs, current CEDs, and similar positions).

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 to carry out permanent and ad hoc commodity production, commodity/facility loan, conservation, environmental quality, indemnity, disaster, emergency and defense programs as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).

·  Provides basic farm loan program services.

·  May perform additional farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.

·  Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.

You must meet all qualification requirements by Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

The following are minimum requirements for the possible grade levels of this position.

You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.  OR
• A combination of graduate education and experience as listed above. 

You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in independently conducting agricultural operation or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees. 

Supervisory Probationary Period:  Section 303 of the Civil Service Reform Act (Public Law 95-454) established a probationary period of one year for newly appointed managers and supervisors unless prior supervisory or managerial experience is creditable.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume.  You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process.  Please refer to the “How to Apply, Alternative Methods for Submitting Your Application Materials” section, for instructions on submitting the transcript.

NOTE: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK:  Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW TO WRITE A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards and education as it relates to the qualification requirements and on the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below.  There are no special forms for these statements.  They may be submitted on plain paper with your name and the announcement number at the top.  You should include specific tasks performed, the dates you performed them, and where you were working at the time.  KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. 

Candidates who do not submit the supplemental statements will not be considered.

1.  Ability to plan work and make decisions independently.
2. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
3.  Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to supervise and lead people.
5.  Knowledge of FSA Programs, farming practices and customs.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: Orleans, Company: Farm Service Agency.

County Executive Director at Orleans

JOB SUMMARY:

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "HOW TO APPLY" BEFORE YOU BEGIN

RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED

This is a non-civil service position with the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.
Veterans preference does not apply.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. Be part of our team and support the well-being of American agriculture and the American public.

FSAs diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement and supplemental savings plan, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national to apply.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

DUTIES:Back to top

This position is located in the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.

Open to All current Vermont FSA supervisory or managerial employees, including but not limited to, CEDs, FLMs, and State Office Farm Loan Chiefs with specialized experience.

Current In-State County Operations Trainees (COT) who have successfully completed the COT program or are within 30 calendar days of successfully completing the COT program.  Current Vermont FSA employees with managerial experience (Farm Loan Managers, State Office Chiefs, current CEDs, and similar positions).

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 to carry out permanent and ad hoc commodity production, commodity/facility loan, conservation, environmental quality, indemnity, disaster, emergency and defense programs as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).

·  Provides basic farm loan program services.

·  May perform additional farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.

·  Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.

You must meet all qualification requirements by Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

The following are minimum requirements for the possible grade levels of this position.

You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.  OR
• A combination of graduate education and experience as listed above. 

You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in independently conducting agricultural operation or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees. 

Supervisory Probationary Period:  Section 303 of the Civil Service Reform Act (Public Law 95-454) established a probationary period of one year for newly appointed managers and supervisors unless prior supervisory or managerial experience is creditable.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume.  You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process.  Please refer to the “How to Apply, Alternative Methods for Submitting Your Application Materials” section, for instructions on submitting the transcript.

NOTE: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK:  Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW TO WRITE A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards and education as it relates to the qualification requirements and on the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below.  There are no special forms for these statements.  They may be submitted on plain paper with your name and the announcement number at the top.  You should include specific tasks performed, the dates you performed them, and where you were working at the time.  KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. 

Candidates who do not submit the supplemental statements will not be considered.

1.  Ability to plan work and make decisions independently.
2. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
3.  Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to supervise and lead people.
5.  Knowledge of FSA Programs, farming practices and customs.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: Orleans, Company: Farm Service Agency.

County Executive Director at Orleans

JOB SUMMARY:

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "HOW TO APPLY" BEFORE YOU BEGIN

RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED

This is a non-civil service position with the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.
Veterans preference does not apply.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. Be part of our team and support the well-being of American agriculture and the American public.

FSAs diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement and supplemental savings plan, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national to apply.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

DUTIES:Back to top

This position is located in the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.

Open to All current Vermont FSA supervisory or managerial employees, including but not limited to, CEDs, FLMs, and State Office Farm Loan Chiefs with specialized experience.

Current In-State County Operations Trainees (COT) who have successfully completed the COT program or are within 30 calendar days of successfully completing the COT program.  Current Vermont FSA employees with managerial experience (Farm Loan Managers, State Office Chiefs, current CEDs, and similar positions).

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 to carry out permanent and ad hoc commodity production, commodity/facility loan, conservation, environmental quality, indemnity, disaster, emergency and defense programs as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).

·  Provides basic farm loan program services.

·  May perform additional farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.

·  Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.

You must meet all qualification requirements by Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

The following are minimum requirements for the possible grade levels of this position.

You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.  OR
• A combination of graduate education and experience as listed above. 

You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in independently conducting agricultural operation or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees. 

Supervisory Probationary Period:  Section 303 of the Civil Service Reform Act (Public Law 95-454) established a probationary period of one year for newly appointed managers and supervisors unless prior supervisory or managerial experience is creditable.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume.  You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process.  Please refer to the “How to Apply, Alternative Methods for Submitting Your Application Materials” section, for instructions on submitting the transcript.

NOTE: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK:  Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW TO WRITE A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards and education as it relates to the qualification requirements and on the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below.  There are no special forms for these statements.  They may be submitted on plain paper with your name and the announcement number at the top.  You should include specific tasks performed, the dates you performed them, and where you were working at the time.  KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. 

Candidates who do not submit the supplemental statements will not be considered.

1.  Ability to plan work and make decisions independently.
2. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
3.  Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to supervise and lead people.
5.  Knowledge of FSA Programs, farming practices and customs.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: Orleans, Company: Farm Service Agency.

County Executive Director at Orleans

JOB SUMMARY:

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "HOW TO APPLY" BEFORE YOU BEGIN

RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED

This is a non-civil service position with the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.
Veterans preference does not apply.

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is an exciting and rewarding place to start, build and/or continue your career. Be part of our team and support the well-being of American agriculture and the American public.

FSAs diverse culture and benefits allow for a healthy balance between your career and home life. In addition to a generous salary, FSA offers a friendly and professional working environment with a diverse workforce, flexible hours/work schedules, and other family-friendly benefits such as: paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement and supplemental savings plan, a wide array of health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or national to apply.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or 17 years of age for high school graduates.
• Required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

DUTIES:Back to top

This position is located in the Orleans County FSA Office in Newport, Vermont.

Open to All current Vermont FSA supervisory or managerial employees, including but not limited to, CEDs, FLMs, and State Office Farm Loan Chiefs with specialized experience.

Current In-State County Operations Trainees (COT) who have successfully completed the COT program or are within 30 calendar days of successfully completing the COT program.  Current Vermont FSA employees with managerial experience (Farm Loan Managers, State Office Chiefs, current CEDs, and similar positions).

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 to carry out permanent and ad hoc commodity production, commodity/facility loan, conservation, environmental quality, indemnity, disaster, emergency and defense programs as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by the Risk Management Agency (RMA).

·  Provides basic farm loan program services.

·  May perform additional farm loan program assignments based on authorities delegated.

·  Performing office and field activities as needed to accomplish program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Qualifications are in accordance with requirements in Handbook 27-PM.

You must meet all qualification requirements by Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

The following are minimum requirements for the possible grade levels of this position.

You may start at the CO-09 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Two full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or masters or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in providing program interpretation, and instruction for an agriculture program area or operational phases of farm loan programs.  Such work experience included acquiring data and providing information to producers, farm loan borrowers and farming operations; writing summary reports; assisting staff with policy guidance; arranging and scheduling activities of subordinates to complete technical/clerical review.  OR
• A combination of graduate education and experience as listed above. 

You may start at the CO-11 level if you have one of the following qualifications:

• Three full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited college or university:  OR
• One year of specialized experience directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalent office experience in a related activity at the next lower grade level.  Experience in independently conducting agricultural operation or in participating in the overall administration of one or more agricultural program areas.  Such work experience included actively participating in the development or implementation of local farm program policies; applying knowledge of agricultural principles; making presentations or providing training; planning and organizing work of lower level employees. 

Supervisory Probationary Period:  Section 303 of the Civil Service Reform Act (Public Law 95-454) established a probationary period of one year for newly appointed managers and supervisors unless prior supervisory or managerial experience is creditable.

College Transcript: If you are qualifying based on education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript that lists college courses detailing each course by the number and department (i.e., bio 101, math 210, etc.), course title, number of credit hours and grade earned. You must submit evidence that any education completed in a foreign institution is equivalent to U.S. education standards with your resume.  You may submit an unofficial copy of the transcript at the initial phase of the application process.  Please refer to the “How to Apply, Alternative Methods for Submitting Your Application Materials” section, for instructions on submitting the transcript.

NOTE: Your college transcript is used to verify successful completion of degree, or college course work. An official college transcript will be required before you can report to duty.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK:  Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

HOW TO WRITE A KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
All applicants will be considered on the basis of their education, experience, supervisory appraisal, training, awards and education as it relates to the qualification requirements and on the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) listed below.  There are no special forms for these statements.  They may be submitted on plain paper with your name and the announcement number at the top.  You should include specific tasks performed, the dates you performed them, and where you were working at the time.  KSA statements may not be more than 2 single-spaced pages per KSA. 

Candidates who do not submit the supplemental statements will not be considered.

1.  Ability to plan work and make decisions independently.
2. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
3.  Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
4.  Ability to supervise and lead people.
5.  Knowledge of FSA Programs, farming practices and customs.

Country: USA, State: Vermont, City: Orleans, Company: Farm Service Agency.