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Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.. Travel to training sessions and meetings and to conduct reviews of inspection operations at in- plant or in-house assignments, inspections or reviews, and other assigned duties at various Division and Federal-State work sites is required.. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled.. 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, student, social).. Worksite Information: This position is located at the duty station(s) listed in this vacancy announcement and is not eligible for telework or remote work.

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Help Help Requirements Conditions of Employment <ul><li>You must be a US Citizen or US National.</li><li>Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.</li><li>Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.</li><li>Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served.</li><li>Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.</li><li>Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.</li><li>Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.</li><li>Selectee will be subject to a pre-employment medical statement and/or exam.</li><li>Valid state driver's license is required at the time of application.</li><li>Prior to an official offer, selectee will be required to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) acknowledging/accepting that geographic mobility is a condition of employment. Failure to sign the MOU will result in withdrawal of the job offer.</li><li>Travel to training sessions and meetings and to conduct reviews of inspection operations at in- plant or in-house assignments, inspections or reviews, and other assigned duties at various Division and Federal-State work sites is required.</li><li>The work is often conducted around moving equipment such as forklifts and trucks. The work environment further requires working in close proximity to others and/or alone; and operating a motor vehicle via a valid driver’s license.</li><li>May require working on weekends and overtime; traveling for extended periods of time; and working multiple shifts. </li></ul>Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-11 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-09 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: <ul><li>Providing technical guidance to personnel regarding sampling, inspection, and certification of fresh and/or processed fruits and vegetables.</li><li>Independently, consistently, and accurately apply grade standards, purchase specifications, and/or inspection regulations in making borderline determinations.</li><li>Communicate logically and concisely in both oral and written form when rendering decisions and/or interacting with management, employees, and industry. </li></ul>OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS Are Required If <ul><li>You are qualifying for the position based on education.</li><li>You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education.</li><li>This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. </li></ul>COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-11 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level. 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, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Please see above for education qualification requirement information. Additional information <ul><li>Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP or RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100.</li><li>Locality pay will vary based upon the selectee's duty location. A final salary determination will be made upon selection.</li><li>Worksite Information: This position is located at the duty station(s) listed in this vacancy announcement and is not eligible for telework or remote work. </li></ul>Read more <ul><li> Help Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. </li></ul>Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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