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If you are an exceptionally talented, knowledgeable, and motivated individual with experience in a variety of immigration processing duties, including J-1 Exchange visitors, B-1/WB's, TNs, and F-1s, and enjoy being part of a team providing a quality work environment, then consider joining the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) Division of International Services (DIS). The Division of International Services provides immigration-related services to the NIH for visiting scientists and the NIH research community. For more information, please visit http://dis.ors.od.nih.gov/.
This position is located in the National Institutes of Health, Office of the Director, Office of Research Services, Division of International Services.
10/18/2017 to 10/23/2017
$54,972 - $103,639 per year
GS 09 - 12
4 vacancies in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
12
No
NIH-ORS-DE-18-2018172
482200100
If selected for this position, you will:
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
Qualification Requirements:
For the GS-9 level: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector. Examples of specialized experience include: processing immigration/non-immigration visitor documents and petition requests; ensure compliance with U.S. Department of State and Homeland Security immigration rules and regulations; preparing necessary documents for immigration/non-immigration visitor cases as well as the personal, financial, and administrative documents pertinent to each case.
OR
Master's or equivalent graduate degree, that is directly related to the duties of this position,
OR
2 full years progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, that is directly related to the duties of this position,
OR
LL.B or J.D., if related
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A combination of specialized experience and graduate level education directly related to the duties of this position that meets 100% of the qualification requirements described above.
For the GS-11 level: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector. Examples of specialized experience include: processing visa requests with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; analyzing difficult immigration issues using reference tools to determine appropriate course of action; resolving complex problems with immigration/non-immigration foreign visitor document requests; obtaining additional information; providing instructions regarding proper completion of visa request packages; determining the appropriate type of visa.
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Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree that is directly related to the duties of this position,
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3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education that is directly related to the duties of this position, leading to such a degree,
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LL.M., if related
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A combination of graduate level education that is directly related to the duties of this position and specialized experience that equals 100% of the requirements as outlined above.
For the GS-12 level: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying, specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience must be related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government. Examples of qualifying experience include: providing advice on immigration and visa procedures and requirements; analyzing changes in laws or regulations to identify effects on Programs; developing proposed new policies, procedures and methods for applying immigration policy; developing informational materials, workshops, group orientations, and presentations on immigration/visa related activities.
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; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
If you qualify on the basis of education in lieu of experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package; however, official transcripts will be required prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education .
A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/ placement.
We are unable to pay relocation expense.
The agency may set pay at an advanced rate based on superior qualifications and special needs (Formerly ATM).
If selected, you will be required to complete Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually.
Additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and responses to the online questionnaire will be evaluated under Category Rating and Selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
Candidates determined to be Best Qualified will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points, but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.
The following information must be received by 11:59pm ET on the closing date of the announcement, TAG:Closing Date.
1. Resume via USAJobs.
2. Responses to online questionnaire.
3. If applicable, supporting documentation:
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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. 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.
Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. You must provide a complete online Application Package which includes:
Your Resume must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJobs Resource Center or view their video tutorial.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire, View Assessment Questions.
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