Summary
Applications under this job opportunity announcement will be considered under external competitive procedures only. This vacancy is also being advertised under merit promotion procedures as24-SSB-12447214-ST-DS which can be accessed at http://jobsearch.USAJOBS.gov/
This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency
All qualified United States citizens.
This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
• Federal employees - Competitive service
• Internal to an agency
• Veterans

This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
• Federal employees - Competitive service
• Internal to an agency
• Veterans

Duties
This job opportunity is for a Materials Handler positions located in the Support Services Branch, National Processing Center (NPC), U.S. Bureau of the Census located in Jeffersonville, Indiana. The function of the section is to provide a variety of services including supply, warehousing, shipping and receiving, forklift, labor and packing, and property management for the Support Services Branch.
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
The individual selected for this position will perform the full range of duties for multiple warehousing positions including those tasks performed by a material handler, packer, and forklift operator and will be responsible for:

• Receiving, locating, storing, issuing, inventorying, staging, shipping printed matter, and equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Utilizing the computer system to verify and print requests, verifying invoices and similar receiving documents to compare the markings, quantities, and types of material with the actual material received.
• Sorting, arranging, tagging, and marking material received on pallets, and in bins, then stores the items on shelving and pallet tracking or uses a pick list or other instructions to pull material and deliver to a specific location.
• Verifying and reporting the findings from physical inventories, such as: gains/losses or expired material.
• Adhering to all applicable safety rules and practices such as: lifting, operating within the forklift s capabilities; preventing tipping and ensuring trucks are chocked before entering; utilizing horn whenever exiting a truck or approaching a corner; utilizing proper dock plate when loading or unloading trucks; ensuring material placed in pallet racking is properly centered and balanced; taking care not to hit pallet racking or overhead obstructions when moving in narrow aisles; exercising extreme caution whenever operating in employee occupied areas; ensuring materials are packed in priority order while adhering to all applicable safety rules, regulations and operating practices.
• Attending periodic forklift safety training and completing recertification in accordance with OSHA safety standards every three years; reporting maintenance and safety problems and accidents to the supervisor.

Tour of Duty: Monday through Friday, hours range from 7:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Alternate Work Schedule. Alternate Work Schedule is an 80-hour biweekly basic work requirement that is scheduled in less than 10 days, i.e., eight 9-hour days/nights, one 8-hourday/night, and one day off. Various flexible work schedules are available. Positions may include evening or weekend work, hours will vary.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Candidates must clear the fingerprint process and initiate the required background investigation prior to final selection.
A one-year probationary period will be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The warehousing areas are poorly lighted and often hot, cold, damp, or drafty due to the frequent opening of doors. Material is unloaded and loaded on trucks on the dock, therefore exposing incumbent to bad weather at various times. The work area is often dirty, dusty, greasy, and has high noise levels. When working with hazardous materials, may be exposed to toxins or chemical fumes. May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats, gloves, etc. While handling boxes, crates, and skids, the incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, or falls from ladders when stocking shelves.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent's duties require daily standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting. While receiving, warehousing, filling requests, and in performance of inventories, incumbent will frequently lift items weighing 35 - 65 pounds and occasionally move or push material weighing over 65 pounds. Rolling conveyances include warehouse trucks, wire bins, carts, etc. which may be loaded with material exceeding the weight of 100 pounds. Items weighing over 40 lbs. may be moved with weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. When packing, incumbent performs work on hard surfaces and in areas that require standing, stooping, bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Moderate physical effort is required of the incumbent in operating hand and foot controls while driving using upper body (arms, neck, shoulders) in turning, starting, and stopping the forklift truck and raising, lowering and tilting the loads being moved.
PHYSICAL EXAM: Selectee will be required to pass a physical examination, prior to effective date of selection to this position. Cost of physical will be the responsibility of selectee.
Qualifications
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, 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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment.
Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Special Hiring Authorities
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining a rating of at least 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: USAJOBS Help Center | Unique Hiring PathsUSAJOBS Help Center | Unique Hiring Paths
CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:

1. A copy of your Reduction In Force (RIF) separation notice; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed geographic relocation outside of the local commuting area; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice of eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).
2. A copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", - noting current position, grade/band level, and duty location;
3. A copy of your last performance appraisal including rating; and
4. Any documentation from your bureau/operating unit that shows your current promotion potential.

ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:

1. A copy of your Reduction In Force (RIF) separation notice; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed geographic relocation outside of the local commuting area; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a work-related compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement.
2. A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", documenting your RIF separation, noting your position, grade/band level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc.;
3. A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
4. Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.

The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, notify the Human Resources Branch. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Branch via the Federal Relay Service, 1-812-218-3610.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
Employees who receive a buyout and subsequently return to positions in a Federal agency within 5 years after the date of separation, on which the payment is based, whether by reemployment or contracts for personal service, are generally obligated to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid it before the individual's first day of reemployment.

• Benefits
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  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.

How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must have had sufficient training and experience to show their ability to perform the duties of the position. Qualifications will be determined by comparing applicants resume to their responses to the occupational questionnaire. We will review the applicant's resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation, and dates of employment (mm/dd/yyyy) on the resume to determine if the applicant meets the eligibility for the position. At a minimum, applicants must meet the Barely Acceptable level on the screen-out element: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision to receive at least one half of the total possible points; AND furnish detailed information on the resume which supports the occupational questionnaire responses to demonstrate that the applicant clearly possesses the experience and skills to successfully perform the duties of this position. The screen-out element is a critical self- assessment of the applicant's experience and is essential for satisfactory job performance. The resume or optional cover letter must support the applicant's responses to the occupational questions, or their score will be lowered. The best-qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. If referred, all relevant documents, including performance appraisals and incentive awards, submitted with your application package will be forwarded to the selecting official for review and consideration. Due weight shall be given to performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3), during the interview/selection process conducted by the hiring manager. Applicants will be evaluated on the quality and extent of their experience as relates to the following job elements listed below (please do not provide a separate written response). The assessment tool/questionnaire will be evaluated the applicant on the job elements listed below:

• Element 1 ( Screen-out ): Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Element 6: Operation of Job Family Specify Equipment, Machinery, etc.
• Element 25-A: Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order)
• Element 25-E: Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
• Element 75-B: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)
• Element 82A - Knowledge of materials
• Element 86-B: Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles)

INTERVIEW WORK SAMPLE: Applicants selected for an interview will be required to participate in a work sample during the interview process. Applicants should dress appropriately to participate in the work sample. The work sample will consist of the following:
1. Identification and explanation of a forklift instrument panel and controls.
2. Maneuvering and backing a forklift with a pallet.
3. Executing control adjustments while operating a forklift.
4. Placing and retrieving a pallet in a pallet rack using a forklift.
5. Lifting and palletizing material weighing 30 to 50 pounds.
6. Placing and retrieving materials from shelving utilizing a ladder.
7. Selection of a proper shipping container.
8. Packing materials for shipment.

• Benefits
  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.
  Review our benefits
  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.
• 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.
  A complete application consists of the following:
  Resume showing relevant experience, optional cover letter, and the online questionnaire. Your resume must indicate country of citizenship and if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Your resume should also list your educational and work experience including the dates (mm/dd/yy) of each employment along with the number of hours worked per week, annual salary, and specify the job duties related to the advertised position. For work in the Federal service, include the grade level of the position(s). Your resume will be used to validate your responses to the occupational questionnaire.
  Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable. Indicate on resume the type of veterans' preference claiming and provide the appropriate supporting documentation (DD-214 stating disposition of discharge or character of service to validate claim of veterans' preference and, if applicable, VA letter). If a compensable veteran is selected, an SF-15 will be required prior to appointment. Active-duty service members must submit certification from the armed forces that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. For more information regarding eligibility requirements, go to: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx. For a fillable copy of the SF-15, co to: SF15.pdf (opm.gov).
  Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation, if applicable. See the "Other Information" section.
  You are not required to submit official documents at this time; copies are sufficient.
• How to Apply
  To apply online, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at USAJOBS - The Federal Government's official employment site. Enter the job announcement number in the left hand box titled "Keywords" and then click on the SEARCH button. To begin, click the "Apply" button in the middle of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. (After registering in your USAJOBS account and clicking "Submit", you will automatically transition to the Department of Commerce's specific site where you will complete your application. You must click "Submit" at the end of the application process to send your applications for consideration.)
  To return to a saved application , log into your USAJOBS account at http://www.usajobs.gov and click on "Applications". Click on the position title and then select "UPDATE APPLICATION" to continue.
  All online applications and supplemental materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the vacancy. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications online using the application process outlined at www.usajobs.gov. While electronic applications are strongly encouraged, paper applications will also be accepted. Please contact the Human Resources Specialist identified in the job opportunity announcement for details and instructions on the process for submitting your paper application. Paper applications and supplemental materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the vacancy.
  To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click on https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12447215
  Agency contact information
  Deborah Santana
  Phone
  812-218-2604
  Email
  deborah.l.santana@census.gov
  Address
  National Processing Center
  1201 East 10th Street
  Jeffersonville, IN 47132
  US
  Next steps
  You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov/ and clicking on "Applications." The status will be visible next to the corresponding position. The four points of notification are:
  
  1. Application Received or Application Incomplete;
  2. Minimum Qualification Requirement Met or Minimum Qualification Requirement Not Met;
  3. Eligible (Application Referred to the Selecting Official) or Eligible (Application Not Referred to the Selecting Official); and
  4. Selected or Not Selected
  By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after beginning work; or, may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
  You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.).
• Fair and Transparent
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
A complete application consists of the following:
Resume showing relevant experience, optional cover letter, and the online questionnaire. Your resume must indicate country of citizenship and if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Your resume should also list your educational and work experience including the dates (mm/dd/yy) of each employment along with the number of hours worked per week, annual salary, and specify the job duties related to the advertised position. For work in the Federal service, include the grade level of the position(s). Your resume will be used to validate your responses to the occupational questionnaire.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable. Indicate on resume the type of veterans' preference claiming and provide the appropriate supporting documentation (DD-214 stating disposition of discharge or character of service to validate claim of veterans' preference and, if applicable, VA letter). If a compensable veteran is selected, an SF-15 will be required prior to appointment. Active-duty service members must submit certification from the armed forces that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. For more information regarding eligibility requirements, go to: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx. For a fillable copy of the SF-15, co to: SF15.pdf (opm.gov).
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation, if applicable. See the "Other Information" section.
You are not required to submit official documents at this time; copies are sufficient.
How to Apply
To apply online, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at USAJOBS - The Federal Government's official employment site. Enter the job announcement number in the left hand box titled "Keywords" and then click on the SEARCH button. To begin, click the "Apply" button in the middle of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. (After registering in your USAJOBS account and clicking "Submit", you will automatically transition to the Department of Commerce's specific site where you will complete your application. You must click "Submit" at the end of the application process to send your applications for consideration.)
To return to a saved application , log into your USAJOBS account at http://www.usajobs.gov and click on "Applications". Click on the position title and then select "UPDATE APPLICATION" to continue.
All online applications and supplemental materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the vacancy. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications online using the application process outlined at www.usajobs.gov. While electronic applications are strongly encouraged, paper applications will also be accepted. Please contact the Human Resources Specialist identified in the job opportunity announcement for details and instructions on the process for submitting your paper application. Paper applications and supplemental materials must be received by 4:30 p.m. (ET) on the closing date of the vacancy.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click on https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12447215
Agency contact information
Deborah Santana
Phone
812-218-2604
Email
deborah.l.santana@census.gov
Address
National Processing Center
1201 East 10th Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47132
US
Next steps
You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov/ and clicking on "Applications." The status will be visible next to the corresponding position. The four points of notification are:

1. Application Received or Application Incomplete;
2. Minimum Qualification Requirement Met or Minimum Qualification Requirement Not Met;
3. Eligible (Application Referred to the Selecting Official) or Eligible (Application Not Referred to the Selecting Official); and
4. Selected or Not Selected

By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after beginning work; or, may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans' preference, disability, etc.).
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request