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Health Technician (Ophthalmology) Jobs

Company

US Veterans Health Administration

Address , Las Vegas
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $58,226 - $75,690 a year
Expires 2023-09-08
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description

Duties

The higher-level duties consist of significant scope, admin independence, difficulty, and range of variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.

FUNCTIONS OR SCOPE OF ASSIGNED DUTIES:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The following KSAs are expected at the GS-9 Advanced Technician assignment.

  • Knowledge of advanced clinical optics, advanced ocular motility, advanced diagnostic testing, and microbiology testing.
  • Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical instruments.
  • Knowledge of appropriate preparatory cleaning of reusable medical equipment.
  • Ability to assist in ophthalmic surgical procedures performed in the main operating room.
  • Ability to work with a team to provide technical guidance, plan, organize, and coordinate activities of a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) to effectively complete job duties of assignment such as distributing workload, monitoring the status and progress of work, monitoring accuracy of work, etc.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in order to meet program objectives. This may include preparing reports in various formats and presenting date to various organizational levels.
  • Ability to develop policy, manage equipment requests and provide workload analysis in Ophthalmology Service.
  • Demonstrate leadership and managerial skills including skill in interpersonal relations and conflict resolution to deal with employees, team members, mangers, and other departments.
  • Ability to analyze clinically appropriate data and make recommendations to optimize quality, efficiency, performance, and productivity with service.

Clinical Responsibilities (75% of time)
The Health Technician (Ophthalmology) performs difficult ophthalmic technical duties with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. In addition to the duties expected of the GS-8 level, the following clinical duties and responsibilities are expected at the GS-9 Advanced Technician assignment:
  • Refractometry utilizing retinoscopy to determine spectacle prescription.
  • Kinetic visual field testing (Goldmann)
  • Intraocular pressure measurements by applanation tonometry and other current methods.
  • Pupil evaluation recording pupil size, shape, symmetry, reaction to light and accommodation, and any abnormalities, including relative afferent pupillary defect.
  • Basic slit lamp biomicroscope evaluation to check for abnormalities prior to dilation (i.e.: anterior chamber depth/iris anomalies)
  • May perform advanced color vision testing of the entire visual spectrum to detect complex color vision defects such as monochromats, dichromats and anomalous trichromats.
  • Measures eyeglass prescriptions using manual lensometer, recording sphere, cylinder, axis and prism in both plus and minus cylinder
  • Performs A-scan ultrasonography, including intra-ocular lens calculations, using immersion A-scan on eyes with complex pathology such as corneal scarring, irregular and/or high astigmatism, zonular weakness, high retractive error that requires multiple alternative calculating formulas.
  • Performs B-scan ultrasonography to identify intraocular masses or abnormalities.
  • Determines the corneal curvature by either manual keratometry or automated topography
  • Performs fluorescein or indocyanine green (ICG) angiography, with diagnostic photography of retinal vessels.
  • Performs slit lamp photography
  • May perform anterior segment OCT, confocal microscopy, electroretinography, electrooculography, and visual evoked potential.
  • Assists in minor clinical surgical procedures, including laser surgery and intravitreal injections.
  • May assist as scrub technician in main OR surgical procedures, set up of sterile fields, operation and maintenance of phacoemulsification and vitrectomy units, cryosurgery, endolaser units, all of which require a thorough understanding of complex instrumentation and the ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and efficiently during surgical procedures and care of instruments.
  • Assists with the microbiology testing of patients with sight-threatening ocular infections, preparing instrumentation and media for intraocular biopsy and/or culture
  • Performs thorough preparatory cleaning of critical reusable medical equipment used in surgical procedures
xviii. Responsible for training other health technicians (ophthalmology)
  • Makes work assignment
  • Monitors workflow
  • Provides input on performance
  • Resolves daily workplace issues
  • Maintains efficient flow of patient care
  • Provides training to eye care staff, students and/or trainees
  • Assures orientation and competency assessment of assigned staff, and oversees interactions of Health Technicians (Ophthalmology) with affiliate ophthalmology residents
  • Promotes health education for patients and staff
  • Coordinates patient care, referrals and consults

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period.
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Subject to background/security investigation.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS
  • United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Experience and Education
(1) Experience. One year of experience in a health care field, such as but not limited to nursing, medical assistant, or health technician.

OR,

(2) Education. Two years above high school with a minimum of six semester hours directly related to a health care field or associate degree in a health care related degree.

OR,

(3) Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. Examples are listed below:
    • (a) Six months of experience in the health care field; and one year above high school; or
    • (b) Six months of experience in the health care field and successful completion of a course for health care technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or ophthalmology technicians given by the U.S. Armed Forces; or
    • (c) Six months of experience in the health care field and completion of an independent study course in Ophthalmic Medical Assisting.
  • (b) Six months of experience in the health care field and successful completion of a course for health care technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or ophthalmology technicians given by the U.S. Armed Forces; or
  • (a) Six months of experience in the health care field; and one year above high school; or
      • (a) Six months of experience in the health care field; and one year above high school; or
      • (b) Six months of experience in the health care field and successful completion of a course for health care technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or ophthalmology technicians given by the U.S. Armed Forces; or
      • (c) Six months of experience in the health care field and completion of an independent study course in Ophthalmic Medical Assisting.
  • (c) Six months of experience in the health care field and completion of an independent study course in Ophthalmic Medical Assisting.
Certification. All applicants must be certified as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) with the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). The COA certification is JCAHPO's entry-level certification examination for a Health Technician (Ophthalmology).
  • Failure to Obtain Certification. In all cases, the Health Technician (Ophthalmology) must actively pursue meeting certification requirements. Failure to become certified within two years from date of appointment will result in termination of employment.
  • Loss of Credentials. Failure to maintain credentials may also result in termination of employment.
  • Exception. Non-certified applicants who otherwise meet the minimum qualification requirements may be appointed as a graduate Health Technician (Ophthalmology) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)(B). For grade levels at or above the full performance level the candidate must be certified. Failure to obtain COA certification may result in termination of employment.
Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in VHA as a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including certification requirements. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:
    • (1) Such emplyees may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journeyman) level, or changed to lower grade within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.
    • (2) Health Technicians (Ophthalmlogy) who were appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
    • (3) Emplyees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or certification that meet all the basic requirements of the qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation.
    • (4) Health Technicians (Ophthalmlogy) who are converted to title 38 hybrid status under this provision and subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
  • (4) Health Technicians (Ophthalmlogy) who are converted to title 38 hybrid status under this provision and subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.
  • (2) Health Technicians (Ophthalmlogy) who were appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed, on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard.
  • (1) Such emplyees may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journeyman) level, or changed to lower grade within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.
  • (3) Emplyees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional education and/or certification that meet all the basic requirements of the qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation.
Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. programs.

Physical Requirements. If selected, you will be required to pass a pre-employment physical exam.

English Language Proficiency. Health Technicians (Ophthalmology) must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 38 U.S.C. 7407(d).

GRADE REQUIREMENTS:

Creditable Experience.
  • (1) Knowledge of Current Health Technician (Ophthalmology) Practice. To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with a health care field or knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the current occupation.
  • (2) Quality of Experience. Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to Health Technician (Ophthalmology) experience at the next lower grade level of the position being filled.
  • (3) Part-time Experience. Part time experience as a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) is creditable according to its relationship to the full time work week. For example, a Health Technician (Ophthalmology) employed 20 hours per week, or on a ? time basis, would receive one full-time work week credit for each two weeks of service.
Grade Determinations. In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.

Health Technician (Ophthalmology), GS-9 (Advanced Level)

(a) Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-8 grade level.

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:

1. Knowledge of advanced clinical optics, advanced ocular motility, advanced diagnostic testing, and microbiology testing;
2. Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical instruments;
3. Knowledge of appropriate preparatory cleaning of reusable medical equipment; and
4. Ability to assist in ophthalmic surgical procedures performed in the main operation room.

References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/98 PART II APPENDIX G52, February 7, 2018

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9.

Physical Requirements. If selected, you will be required to pass a pre-employment physical exam.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Additional information

This is an open continuous announcement and applications submitted will be pulled and rated for referral. Further ratings will occur every two weeks thereafter until position is filled. Once a selection has been made, no further candidates will be rated/referred unless further vacancies occur. This announcement may be canceled at any time.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

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.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.


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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; 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.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

  • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Resume
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • SF-15
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    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Financial suitability
    • Selective Service
    • New employee probationary period
    • Signature and false statements
    • Privacy Act
    • Social security number request
  • License
  • 2. Duties (be as detailed as possible)
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • 3. Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2019)
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • REQUIRED - Resume Must include the following information for each job listed:
    • 1. Job title
    • 2. Duties (be as detailed as possible)
    • 3. Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2019)
    • 4. Full-time or part-time status (MUST include hours worked per week)
    • 5. Your resume must also demonstrate that you meet the KSAs listed for the occupation and grade at which you qualify.
  • 5. Your resume must also demonstrate that you meet the KSAs listed for the occupation and grade at which you qualify.
  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • OF-306
  • Privacy Act
  • Professional Certification
  • Financial suitability
  • PCS Orders
  • REQUIRED - VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations https://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf.
  • Required Documents

    As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

    To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, the following are required at time of application:

    • REQUIRED - Resume Must include the following information for each job listed:
      • 1. Job title
      • 2. Duties (be as detailed as possible)
      • 3. Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2019)
      • 4. Full-time or part-time status (MUST include hours worked per week)
      • 5. Your resume must also demonstrate that you meet the KSAs listed for the occupation and grade at which you qualify.
    • REQUIRED - COA Certification (Please include a copy of COA Certification)
    • REQUIRED - VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations https://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf.
    Please note: You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.

    VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: About VA Form 10-2850C | Veterans Affairs.

    The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

    • Cover Letter
    • DD-214/ Statement of Service
    • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
    • Disability Letter (VA)
    • License
    • OF-306
    • VA Form 10-2850c - "Application for Associated Health Occupations"
    • PCS Orders
    • Professional Certification
    • Proof of Enrollment
    • Proof of Marriage Status
    • Resume
    • Separation Notice (RIF)
    • SF-15
    • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
    • Transcript


    Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and 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 Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

    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 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.

  • How to Apply

    All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/30/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12064138.

    • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
    • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

    NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

    To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

    Agency contact information

    AARON POWELL

    Phone

    (916) 843-9150

    Email

    [email protected]

    Address

    Las Vegas VA Medical Center
    6900 North Pecos Road
    North Las Vegas, NV 89086
    US

    Next steps

    Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

    You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

    NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

  • 1. Job title
  • Proof of Enrollment
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Social security number request
  • 4. Full-time or part-time status (MUST include hours worked per week)
  • Cover Letter
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • VA Form 10-2850c - "Application for Associated Health Occupations"
  • Selective Service
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Transcript
  • REQUIRED - COA Certification (Please include a copy of COA Certification)

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, the following are required at time of application:

  • REQUIRED - VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations https://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf.
  • 5. Your resume must also demonstrate that you meet the KSAs listed for the occupation and grade at which you qualify.
  • 4. Full-time or part-time status (MUST include hours worked per week)
  • 2. Duties (be as detailed as possible)
  • 3. Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2019)
  • REQUIRED - COA Certification (Please include a copy of COA Certification)
  • REQUIRED - Resume Must include the following information for each job listed:
    • 1. Job title
    • 2. Duties (be as detailed as possible)
    • 3. Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2017 to April 2019)
    • 4. Full-time or part-time status (MUST include hours worked per week)
    • 5. Your resume must also demonstrate that you meet the KSAs listed for the occupation and grade at which you qualify.
  • 1. Job title
Please note: You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.

VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: About VA Form 10-2850C | Veterans Affairs.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • VA Form 10-2850c - "Application for Associated Health Occupations"
  • Cover Letter
  • License
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • PCS Orders
  • SF-15
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • Transcript
  • Proof of Enrollment
  • Professional Certification
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • OF-306
  • Resume


Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and 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 Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

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 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.


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  • The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.