Administrative and Office Support Student Trainee (Pathways Internship) - United States Federal in Yuma, Arizona For Sale

JOB SUMMARY: Positions are filled as vacancies occur. This is an Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) for anticipated or future vacancies. Candidates with a complete application may be considered for positions that match thier desired job preferences. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. AMENDMENT: Change to OCA and removed the San Carlos, AZ and Fort Duchesne, UT locations. The Pathways Internship Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal Careers while still in school and getting paid for the work performed. Internship positions are located within various office with various administrative and office support disciplines within the Phoenix Area Indian Health Service. What are the Eligibility Requirements? You must be a student accepted for enrollment or currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program on at least a half-time basis and in good standing; enrollment must be with an accredited educational institution or state-approved home school including high schools, colleges, universities, technical, trade, vocational or business schools. You must be in good academic standing maintaining a 2.0 grade point average on a cumulative basis. Who May Apply: Excepted Service applicants such as Indian Preference, Veterans Preference, ICTAP/CTAP, and Schedule A candidates. Appointment Type: Temporary appointments may be extended without further competition. An agency may convert an Intern non-competitively from the Internship Program to a term or permanent position in the competitive service provided that all the terms of section 5 CFR 362.204 are met and there is an available postion. However, conversion is not mandatory or guaranteed. U.S. citizenship is required to be eligible for conversion. Work Schedule: This Internship is for students who can commit to working year-round. Interns may work full-time, part-time, or seasonal schedules. Click on the following link for more information on Pathways program participation: TRAVEL REQUIRED Occasional Travel Some travel for training or job related duties RELOCATION AUTHORIZED No KEY REQUIREMENTS U.S. Citizenship is required Must provide proof of acceptance/current enrollment Subject to pre-employment background investigation Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service DUTIES: Back to top The position will perform the following duties: Filing and scanning documents for mailings, internal distribution, filing, etc. Operating copy machines to assemble and distribute documents. Receives visitors and answers the telephone, receives and relays messages in a pleasant, friendly, and coherent manner. Utilizes word processing software to create and edit a variety of documents in draft and final form. Uses good judgment in spacing and arrangement, correct grammar, punctuation and spelling, and knowledge of proper formats. Other job related duties as assigned. The Indian Health Service (IHS) is the principal federal health care provider and health advocate for American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN). The IHS goal is to raise Indian health status to the highest possible level. IHS provides leadership and direction to programs and activities designed to improve health outcomes to over 1.9 million AI/AN through a system of IHS, Tribal and Urban operated facilities and programs. The IHS is required by law to give absolute preference to qualified applicants who meet the Secretary of the Interior's definition of Indian for appointment to vacancies within the IHS in accordance with established IHS policy as outlined in the Indian Health Manual Part 7, Chapter 3. The IHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top For this position, you must meet ONE of the following criteria: GS-1 Level: Enrollment in a high school diploma or GED program GS-2 Level: High school diploma or equivalent GS-3 Level: Completion of 1 academic year of post-high school study (equivalent to 30 semester hours) GS-4 Level: Completion of 2 academic years of post-high school study (equivalent to 60 semester hours) or Associates degree You are required to show proof of enrollment in a qualified degree/diploma program for Fall xxxx. Failure to provide adequate scholastic documentation within the specified timeframe will disqualify you from further consideration. What are the Eligibility Requirements? In order to be eligible for an appointment under the Pathways Internship Program: You must be a student accepted for enrollment or enrolled in a degree, GED, or certificate program on a full- or half-time basis as defined by the school (certificate program means post-secondary education, in a qualifying educational institution, equivalent to at least one academic year of full-time study that is part of an accredited college-level, technical, trade, vocational, or business school curriculum); Enrollment is with a qualifying educational institution such as a high school or state-approved home school; or accredited technical or vocational school; a 2- or 4-year college or university; a graduate or professional school (e.g., law school, medical school); or a post-secondary home school curriculum; and Students currently enrolled must be in good academic standing, maintaining a 2.0 grade point average on a cumulative basis. You must continue to meet these eligibility requirements throughout the duration of your appointment under the Pathways Internship Program. Conditions of Employment Immunization against Measles and Rubella required; influenza vaccine is recommended. Must have a viable bank account for electronic deposit of salary payment. May work alternative work schedule to provide continuity of service. May drive U.S. Government vehicle and must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Security Clearance: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a fingerprint check. Fingerprint results must be cleared prior to hire. You will receive instructions on how to obtain and submit fingerprints. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, transcripts, and responses to the assessment questions to determine your eligibility. You will receive a numeric rating based on your responses to the Assessment questions. If after reviewing your resume and responses to the assessment questions, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration. The following links will provide information on how you may be eligible for the hiring authorities under this announcement: Indian Preference Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Schedule A Career Transitional Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Transitional Assistance Program (ICTAP) BENEFITS: Back to top Interns hired on a short-term basis (e.g., less than one year) may not be eligible for benefits. After one year of continuous service with no more than a 5 day break in service you will be eligible for Federal Employee Health Benefits enrollment, however you will have to pay the full cost. OTHER INFORMATION: Additional selections may be made on this vacancy announcement. IHS Operated Properties are tobacco free HOW TO APPLY: Back to top To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below. Click Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload the required supporting documents. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by clicking Apply Online in the vacancy announcement and re- selecting your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account. To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page using the following xxxx492 . Fax your documents to 1-478-###-####. You are highly encouraged to submit your application package and complete your assessment questionnaire on-line. If you cannot apply online: Click to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire . Print this xxxxFX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire You are limited to selecting 10 locations. Fax the completed xxxxFX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-###-####. Your xxxxFX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission. NOTE: When completing the xxxx-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible. In Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire, you may notice that the numbering restarts with number one. When entering your responses on the xxxx-FX form please continue to enter your responses on the next available number within this section. The numbers on the xxxx-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire once it restarts with number one. Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (602) ###-####. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: You must provide the required documents listed below; if any of the following are missing when the announcement closes we will deem your application incomplete. Applicants must submit a completed application prior to Midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date: Friday, July 17, xxxx Resume: Describe your job-related qualification that include beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed. Cover letter optional. Transcripts: All students are REQUIRED to submit transcripts showing current grade point average (GPA), total credits earned, and the name of the educational institution. If selected official transcripts will be required before entrance on duty. All students who have been accepted to complete GED or high school program will need to submit thier enrollment letter. Enrollment Verification: Students must submit documentation that they are A) enrolled in courses for Fall xxxx OR B) accepted to a college or university for Fall xxxx. PL101 Form aka Addendum to Declaration for Federal Employment: This position is covered by PL101-630 and this form is required with your application: Indian Preference: If claiming Indian Preference, provide a copy of your BIA Form xxxx - Verification of Indian Preference. Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application. Current IHS employees are required to submit a copy of thier form with their application. For detailed instructions see BIA Form xxxx at: Veterans Preference: If claiming Veterans Preference provide a copy of your DD214 Form. To claim 10-Point Veterans Preference, submit a SF-15 Application ( along with the appropriate supporting documentation. For additional information regarding Veterans Preference visit: www.fedshirevets.gov Displaced Employee Placement (CTAP/ICTAP): Individuals who have special priority selection under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Program (ICTAP) must be Well-Qualified for the position in order to receive consideration for special priority selection. Please submit a copy of your agency separation notice, most recent Performance Rating, and most recent SF-50. Schedule A: Individuals wanting consideration under Schedule A must provide a letter (dated within the last 12 months) from a licensed medical provider, licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist, or any Federal or State agency that issues or provides disability benefits with your application. AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Cheryl Clayton Phone: (602)###-#### TDD: 301-###-#### Email: ...@IHS.GOV Agency Information: Indian Health Service HR Center 40 N Central Avenue Suite 510 Phoenix, AZ xxxx4 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: This is a Direct Hire Open Continuous announcement. Multiple position types may be filled from this announcement during the term of the open period. Qualified applicants will be referred at the request of the selecting official upon a vacancy. Those candidates who have complete application packets on file as of each request date will receive full consideration for the vacant position. Your name will be referred to those jobs that match your job preferences (e.g., type of appointment and work schedule). 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