[nfbmi-talk] Fw: for list a job for the blind?

Mon Jun 1 19:29:46 UTC 2015

Job Title:Vocational Rehabilitation Program Specialist, GS-101-13 (DEU)Department:Department Of EducationAgency:Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative ServicesJob Announcement Number:OSERS-2015-0029
| 
SALARY RANGE:
 | $90,823.00 to $118,069.00 / Per Year |
| 
OPEN PERIOD:
 | Monday, June 1, 2015 to Monday, June 15, 2015 |
| 
SERIES & GRADE:
 | GS-0101-13 |
| 
POSITION INFORMATION:
 | Full time - Permanent |
| 
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13 |
| 
DUTY LOCATIONS: 
 | 8 vacancies - District of Columbia, DC View Map
 |
| 
WHO MAY APPLY:
 | The area of consideration for this position is all U.S. Citizens. Announcement OSERS-2015-0028 is open concurrently for status applicants.

***Up to 8 positions may be filled through this vacancy announcement. ALL POSITIONS ARE PHYSICALLY LOCATED IN WASHINGTON, DC*** |
| 
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
 | Public Trust - Background Investigation |
| 
SUPERVISORY STATUS:
 | No |

JOB SUMMARY:
 About the Agency This position is located within the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program and Technical Assistance (TA) Units, in the State Monitoring and Program Improvement Division (SMPID), Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). SMPID is responsible for the review and approval of State Plans, monitoring, and the provision of technical assistance to five of RSA’s formula grant programs established under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (Rehabilitation Act), including the:

VR Services program; Supported Employment (SE) Services program;Client Assistance Program (CAP);Protection and Advocacy of Individual Rights (PAIR) program; Independent Living Services for Older Individuals Who Are Blind (OIB) program.

 Through the administration of these grants, SMPID ensures consistency with federal requirements and the provision of services designed to improve the employment and self-sufficiency of individuals with disabilities, including youth with disabilities.
TRAVEL REQUIRED

   - Occasional Travel
   - Travel is required to conduct onsite monitoring/technical assistance visits. 

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

   - No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

   - Must complete a Background Investigation and fingerprint check.
   - Must complete a One-year Probationary Period.
   - Relocation Expenses will not be paid.

DUTIES:
Back to topThe incumbent in the capacity as an agency expert for the Division assures that assigned State VR agencies and other grantees operate in conformity and compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations and policies related to the Rehabilitation Act, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and the Randolph-Sheppard Act. In that role, the incumbent recognizes and supports the development of innovative approaches used by State agencies and other formula grantees; develops and interprets new regulations and advises State agencies on their compliance efforts; develops and presents training for State agencies on new program requirements and regulations; stimulates cooperative efforts of State agencies involved in rehabilitation and employment programs; and promotes partnerships with other federal and State agencies as well as private organizations.

The incumbent serves on State teams and national policy workgroups to develop national program policies and guidelines and plays a major role in the identification of goals and objectives, issue development, and evaluation in particular area of expertise; identifies areas of policy deficiency or conflict; serves on peer review panels for selection of projects related to legislation for programs for individuals with disabilities; and prepares policy papers, as required, for use by national leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Back to topGS-13 - 52 weeks of specialized experience, that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-12 level. Examples of specialized experience include work with managing the VR process, improving program performance or administering the VR program in compliance with programs authorized by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, obtained through work with a State vocational rehabilitation agency, a Client Assistance Program or protection and advocacy system, or participation on a State Rehabilitation Council.

 For full qualifications go to: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/index.asp

Applicants are expected to possess the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below to qualify for this position. These KSAs are addressed in the self-assessment questionnaire that you will complete for this announcement. You do not need to respond separately to the KSAs listed below. Your answers to the on-line experience questions will serve as responses to the KSAs. Your application will be evaluated based on your ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities/competencies (KSAs):1)Advanced knowledge of federal and State vocational rehabilitation and employment statutes, including the Rehabilitation Act, WIOA and Randolph-Sheppard Act, since all public rehabilitation programs to which the incumbent is assigned derive from this body of law; advanced knowledge of and the ability to interpret related federal regulations, as these regulations form the basis for the development of sub-regulatory guidance and the provision of technical assistance to grantees. 2) Ability to communicate complex information from multiple sources orally and in writing, through cohesive, concise, and accurate presentations using well-organized and grammatically correct materials tailored to the audience needs, and technology, as appropriate, in a professional, confident, clear and engaging manner. 3) Comprehensive knowledge of mediation skills and techniques that can be used to achieve satisfactory resolution to disagreements, applicability and/or conflicting interpretations of the Rehabilitation Act and other federal laws and regulations which pertain to the rehabilitation and employment needs of people with disabilities. 4) Advanced knowledge of evaluation techniques and methods of compliance monitoring, in order to assess and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of State VR agency and other grantee performance, and to assist with corrective actions and program improvements within the scope of federal requirements. 5) Ability to function independently in a multi-task environment and as a member of a functional unit and State team simultaneously, demonstrating leadership and flexibility when addressing complex and changing assignments, while working in a collaborative and supportive manner with other unit and State team members; the ability, whether working independently or in teams, to deliver timely and high-quality products consistent with statutory, regulatory and policy interpretation. 
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position. Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated on their responses to the on-line announcement questions. Eligible applicants will receive a numerical rating based on their responses to the application questions for this position submitted on-line via EdHIRES.ed.gov. These responses must be substantiated by your on-line resume. Applicants who do not respond to the application questions may be rated ineligible.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT.

To preview questions please click here. 
BENEFITS:
Back to top You can review our benefits at: https://jobs.mgsapps.monster.com/edu/vacancy/preview!benefits.hms?orgId=1&jnum=62410

OTHER INFORMATION:
Veterans interested in receiving tips on preparing a Federal resume and/or how to prepare for an interview, may send an email to Iwork at ed.gov to schedule an appointment for a session. Veterans Counseling Session must be placed in the subject line of the email. The Federal Government is committed to expanding access to employment by hiring people with disabilities; providing technical assistance and information on reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities; and identifying and removing barriers to work. Persons with disabilities may apply for jobs filled either competitively (where qualified individuals compete with one another through a structured process), noncompetitively (where a qualified individual may be selected based on a special appointing authority), or through an excepted appointing authority for people with disabilities (i.e. Schedule A). People who are selected for a Federal job must meet the qualification requirements for the position and be able to perform the essential duties of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)- Eligible federal employees who were in positions and who were displaced from their positions may be eligible for selective priority over other candidates, under the ICTAP or the CTAP.  Information about these programs may be found at the following links. In order to qualify, your application must receive a score of 85 in comparison with the knowledge, skills and abilities criteria. If you believe you are eligible for this special consideration, it is critical that you read the information provided in the links below.
(CTAP) http://www.ed.gov/about/jobs/open/edhires/ctap.html
(ICTAP) http://www.ed.gov/about/jobs/open/edhires/ictap.html
Student Loan Default
Applicants selected for positions are subject to a background check to verify that he or she has not defaulted on any loan funded or guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants found to be in default will be contacted to make arrangements for repayment prior to being made an official offer of employment.
ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS MAY BE MADE WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THE OPENING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, SHOULD VACANCIES OCCUR.

HOW TO APPLY:
Back to topPlease carefully read the information provided under the link listed below. The section entitled "How to Apply" provides detailed instructions on faxing your supporting documentation. All required supporting documentation MUST be received by midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You are encouraged to thoroughly review the list of supplement documents required. It is critical to note that many documents may not pertain to you. You are only required to submit those that apply to you. Required Documents

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Please carefully read the information provided under the link listed below. The section entitled "How to Apply" provides detailed instructions on faxing your supporting documentation. All required supporting documentation MUST be received by midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You are encouraged to thoroughly review the list of supplement documents required. It is critical to note that many documents may not pertain to you. You are only required to submit those that apply to you. http://www.ed.gov/about/jobs/open/edhires/appendix.html
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
ADDRESS:
Debbie O'Toole
 Phone: 303-844-3864
 Fax: 000-000-0000
 Email: Debbie.OToole at ed.gov

       From: David Robinson via nfbmi-talk <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
 To: NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org> 
Cc: David Robinson <drob1946 at gmail.com> 
 Sent: Monday, June 1, 2015 12:33 PM
 Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Fw: for list a job for the blind?

----- Original Message ----- 
From: joe harcz Comcast 
To: terry Eagle 
Cc: Mark Eagle ; David Robinson NFB MI 
Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 10:32 AM
Subject: for list a job for the blind?

Here's a job for a blind person in RSA.

Recruiting - All Sources

Colleagues:

The Rehabilitation Services Administration is conveying the below information and requesting your assistance in our recruiting efforts.

The following OSERS vacancy announcement(s): Vocational Rehabilitation Program Specialist, GS-101-13, located in the Rehabilitation Services Administration,
State Monitoring and Program Improvement Division (SMPID), Technical Assistance & VR Units closes on June 15, 2015 and is open to everyone.

If you are interested in obtaining a copy of the announcement or wish to apply, you must submit your application online through the USAJOBS website which
can be accessed through one of the following locations:

OSERS-2015-0028 (federal employees/status candidates) – MPP
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/405517400

OSERS-2015-0029 (non-status candidates) – DEU
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/405517000

We ask your assistance in the recruiting process by providing a copy of the announcement(s) to anyone you believe would be interested in and would be qualified
for the position. Please note the above closing date of the vacancy announcement. Applications will not be accepted after that date.

Thank you for your help in our recruiting efforts to bring the best qualified applicants to our staff.

Rehabilitation Services Administration |
Subscribe |
WIOA
Ed.gov logo

Questions?
Contact Us

STAY CONNECTED:

Visit us on Facebook
Visit us on Twitter
Visit us on YouTube
Sign up for email updates
Google Plus
subscriber/new

SUBSCRIBER SERVICES:
Manage Preferences  |
Unsubscribe  |
Help

This email was sent to joeharcz at comcast.net by U.S. Department of Education · 400 Maryland Ave · Washington DC 20202 · 800-USA-LEARN

Powered by GovDelivery
_______________________________________________
nfbmi-talk mailing list
nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbmi-talk_nfbnet.org
To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for nfbmi-talk:
http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nfbmi-talk_nfbnet.org/markaeagle%40yahoo.com