Saturday, January 17, 2009

Only the Federal Government

As you all know, economics is my passion. So when I saw an economist position open here in the Twin Cities I was very excited. So I click on the link and here is the job posting (warning, you need 4 hours to read this);
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Department: Department of Treasury
Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Sub Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Job Announcement Number:
09PH4-LME0178-110-11T13-K


Economist
Salary Range: 57,503.00 - 106,552.00 USD per year
Open Period: Friday, November 28, 2008
to Thursday, July 30, 2009
Series & Grade: GS-0110-11/13
Position Information: Cutoff date will be 12/15/08. Addl cutoff date maybe estab based on future hiring needs. This is a Permanent, Career/Conditional Full-time Appointment
Promotion Potential: 13
Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Bloomington, MN
Who May Be Considered:
You must be a United States citizen in order to apply for this
position; verification of United States Citizenship will be
required.

IN ORDER TO BE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION, IT IS REQUIRED AT THE
TIME OF APPLICATION TO SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS VIA FAX
IMAGING.

Job Summary:
WHY IS THE IRS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?
The IRS is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury and one of the
world's most efficient tax administrators. Yearly, the IRS collects
more than $2 trillion in revenue and processes over 200 million tax
returns. The IRS Mission is to provide the United States taxpayers
top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax
responsibilities and by applying the tax law with integrity and
fairness to all.

WHAT IS THE LMSB DIVISION?
The Large and Mid-Size Business Division (LMSB) conducts examinations
and related investigations of corporations and businesses with
revenue in excess of $10 million.

Position is located in Bloomington MN. The anticipated start date
is March, 2009.

HOW DO I APPLY?
"It is really easy. Just click on the "How to Apply" tab above."

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER IRS CAREERS?
If you want to find out more about IRS careers, visit us on the web
at www.jobs.irs.gov.

Key Requirements:
  • Must be a citizen of the United States. Background investigation required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Up to 50% travel maybe required. No moving expenses.
  • Position will be filled at the GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13 level. If you wish
  • to be considered for all levels, you must apply for each grade level.
  • Promotion Potential is to the GS-13.


Major Duties:
As an IRS Economist you will:

GRADE 11

- Assume technical responsibility for various phases of the
initiation, formulation, planning, execution and control of special
studies or continuous projects.
- Assist in determining the objectives of a research project and the
methodology needed to obtain the objectives.
- Develop specifications for all segments of a research study.
- Present data and analytical material to end users in an oral or
written format.
- Resolve very complex problems or errors requiring professional
attention.
- Assume responsibility for the effective use of resources within
assigned subject matter projects.
- Keep abreast of economic, statistical and tax literature for data
and research methodologies.
- Review and analyze the reasonableness and accuracy of the material
produced for a given study.
- Prepare economic tables and graphical material using standard
computer software.

GRADE 12

- Perform assignments based on an in-depth knowledge level and
expertise in economics that include complex issues covering an
extensive range of industries and specializations.
- Assume technical responsibility for various phases of the
initiation, formulation, planning, execution and control of special
studies or continuous projects.
- Conduct various kinds of microeconomic research and analysis that
requires the study of economic structure, business practices and
functions.
- Review and analyze economic, statistical and tax data to determine
the existence of a potential economic issue; recommending formal,
limited assistance or withdrawal.
- Conduct research in source material that includes databases,
professional journals and publications, government publications, and
studies by other economists.
- Keep abreast of economic, statistical and tax literature for data
and research methodologies.
- Review and analyze the reasonableness and accuracy of the material
produced for a given study.
- Serve as a qualified witness for the Government in cases reaching
litigation.
- Prepare economic tables and graphical material using standard
computer software.

GRADE 13

- Assume responsibility for the formulation of workload estimates for
program segments specifying the methodology to be used, preparation
of appropriate specifications and procedures, and the review of
computer systems, materials and instructions for the study.
- Explain and defend research findings to the taxpayer, taxpayer's
representative, exam teams, Appeals, Counsel, and other IRS personnel.
- Conduct various kinds of microeconomic research and analysis that
requires the study of economic structure, business practices and
functions, competitive conditions, trade barriers, government imposed
barriers, financial markets, etc.
- Keep abreast of economic, statistical and tax literature for data
and research methodologies.
- Review and analyze the reasonableness and accuracy of the material
produced for a given study.
- Serve as a qualified witness for the Government in cases reaching
litigation.
- Prepare economic tables and graphical material using standard
computer software.


Qualifications:
To be minimally qualified, you must meet the basic requirements
below.

A. Bachelor's or higher degree in economics that included at least
21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics,
accounting, or calculus from an accredited college or university.

OR

B. A combination of work experience and education at an accredited
college or university equivalent to 4 years as described above.
Examples of qualifying experience include (this list is not all
inclusive): individual economic research assignments requiring
planning, information assembly, analysis and evaluation, conclusion
and report preparation, assignments involving the interpretation of
economic information, or teaching assignments in a college or
university that involve class instruction in economics and include
one of the following: personal research, direction of graduate theses
in economics, or service as a consultant or advisor on technical
economics problems.

NOTE: Experience in related fields that did not involve the use of
and understanding of economic principles and theories may not be used
as qualifying experience.

Notes:
In applying the BASIC REQUIREMENTS above:
1. One full year of undergraduate academic study is defined as 30
semester hours (45 quarter hours) and is equivalent to 1 year of full-
time experience;
2. Additional credit will not be given for duplicate course work
(courses will be counted only once); and
3. Part-time experience will be prorated.

For the purpose of this application, we will deal in Semester hours.
If you have quarter hours, please use the following formula: # of
quarter hours completed divided by 1.5 = # of Semester hours. For
example: If you have completed 12 quarter hours: 12/1.5=8 Semester
hours.

You may also be considered based upon a combination of education and
experience. You may combine the college credits you completed with
any qualifying experience you have to total the equivalent of a four-
year college education. When combining education and experience use
the following formula to calculate the total amount. Part time work
experience should be prorated. Formula using Semester hours: # Sem
Hrs complete divided by 120 Sem Hrs + # of month's experience divided
by 48 months. Example: 90 Semester hours of college (90/120) and 3
years experience (36/48) 90/120 + 36/48 = .75 + .75 =1.25. If your
answer is one or more, you have the required combination.

Reminder: Your resume must provide sufficient information to support
your responses to the following questions. Do not overstate or
understate your level of experience and capability. Your answers are
subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection
process will be used to verify your stated level of experience and
capability. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself
higher than is supported by your resume you will be assigned a rating
commensurate to your described experience. Deliberate attempts to
falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated on the following criteria: (1) by determining
if you meet the minimum qualifications required; (2) by the responses
you provide to the supplemental questionnaire, as described below,
indicating the extent to which you possess the specific
qualifications associated with this position as defined in the
Qualification section; and (3) by additional evaluation of
qualifications through an interview.

(1) You will be assigned to one of two catergory groups (A or B)
based on the results of the online assessment. If you fail the
assessment, you will be considered not qualified for the position.

Job-Related Questions: As part of the on-line application process,
you will need to respond to a series of questions designed to assess
your possession of the following Economist competencies:

Reading/Research ~ Understands and interprets written material,
including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions,
reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from
written material to specific situations.

Written Communications ~ Demonstrates the ability to clearly express
ideas, thoughts, and concepts in writing, using correct and
appropriate grammar, organization, and structure.

(2) If determined to meet the minimum qualifications for the
position, you will be sent via email a supplemental qualifications
questionnaire. The questionnaire is used to determine if you possess
the knowledge skills and abilities of an Economist with the Large and
Mid-size Division of the Internal Revenue Service.

When responding to the questionnaire, you will be asked to describe
your experiences and identify your knowledge skills and abilities by
responding to the questions below:

A. Identify specific industries in which you have worked and briefly
explain the type of work you did in each.

B. Describe experience you have had that specifically involved you
in the determination or analysis of prices or valuations using
techniques such as price theory or other applications of
microeconomics, rate-of-return anlaysis, discounted-cash-flow
analysis, or similar techniques.

C. Describe experience you have had in which you have had to use
interviews to elicit information for analysis, and in which you have
needed to communicate your conclusions using substantial written
reports or oral presentations.

D. Please describe any experience you have with specifically
multinational aspects of the operations of a firm with which you were
directly involved. (The fact that the firm itself has such
operations is not as important as your description of you own
specific involvement with such activities.)

E. Describe any experience you have with quantitative research tools
such as statistical or econometrics programs or corporate financial
database services such as Compustat or similar programs. Identify
the program and/or corporate financial database, but also give a
brief description of the type of work for which you used it.

You will be sent this questionnaire after a review of your
application is performed to determine if you meet the minimum
qualifications. You will have 5 days to respond to the
questionnaire. If your response is not received, you will be
evaluated based on the information contained within your application.

(3) After a review of your application and your supplemental
qualifications questionnaire, your qualifications may be evaluated
through an interview.
Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign
countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired
in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or
in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence,
including transcripts; to an accredited private organization for an
equivalency evaluation of course work, including grade and credit
conversion, and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter
containing the results of the equivalency evaluation as supporting
documentation. Failure to provide such documentation when requested
will result in lost consideration.

In addition, you may need to submit supporting documentation.  If you
are qualifying for this position in whole or part based on education,
you must submit college transcripts for all courses completed at time
of this application. If you are claiming veteran's preference or
eligibility for special priority consideration, you must submit the
documents described under "VETERAN'S PREFERENCE" and IMPORTANT
INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES" below. All
supporting documentation must be submitted along with your
application. Failure to provide supporting documentation within the
prescribed period will result in disqualification or ineligibility
for preference/priority consideration.

Note: Although a copy of your transcripts is acceptable for
application processing, an official transcript will be required for
selection.

How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be assigned to one of two category groups (A and B) based on
the results of the online assessment. Each category group represents
a quality level. Candidates will be considered in category group
order. Qualified veterans claiming preference based on a service-
connected disability of 30% or more (CPS) or 10% but less than 30%
(CP) will be listed at the top of their assigned category group (A,
or B) and will be provided absolute preference over non-preference
eligibles. All other preference eligibles (XP and TP) will also be
provided absolute preference over non-preference eligibles within
their assigned category group (A and B). To pass over any qualified
preference eligible(s) to select a non-preference eligible requires
approval under formal objection procedures. Note: You may
be "tentatively" assigned to a category group pending qualifications
validation and assessment results. Final category assignment does
not occur until referral on a certificate.
To preview questions please click here.

Benefits:
The IRS offers outstanding benefits, family friendly employment
policies, generous holiday, vacation, and sick leave. In addition,
the IRS offers a tax deferred retirement savings and investment plan,
with employer matching contributions. These benefits, however, do
not apply to all appointment types. For example, they do not apply
to individuals hired using Temporary Appointing Authority. If
selected, information on your benefits will be provided with your
offer of employment.

Other Information:
Applicants must be in compliance with the tax laws.  Your income tax
returns will be verified for the past three years to determine if you
have filed according to the tax laws.

NO MOVING OR RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL BE PAID.

If you are referred for consideration, you may be interviewed before
selection. The interview focuses on the competencies listed above
and is intended to supplement the information provided in your on-
line application. IRS WILL NOT reimburse costs associated with
travel to and from the interview.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Citizenship: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States
citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains
Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted
to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there
are no qualified citizens available for the position. Applicants for
this announcement must be a U.S. citizen and a minimum of 16 years of
age.

Selections for employment depend upon several conditions such as the
number of vacancies, assessment score, shift availability and work
history. In addition, applicants are subject to an FBI name and
fingerprint check, employment checks, and any other information
relevant to selection for employment.

Not all eligible applicants are selected for employment. If
selected, you will be notified and given a commitment letter.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and
employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United
States. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Verification). We
will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if
necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information
from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If we cannot
confirm that you are authorized to work, we will provide you written
instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before
taking adverse action against you, including terminating your
employment.

A determination will be made as to your suitability for federal
employment. All appointments are made subject to an investigation.
Any arrests, discharges from employment, or other information not
shown on the application could affect your selection and/or retention
in the service.

Probationary period: Every applicant selected from a competitive
list of eligibles for a Career or Career Conditional appointment must
serve a one (1) year probationary period. Reinstatement
applicants will be required to serve the one (1) year probationary
period unless the probationary period has already been completed.
Applicants appointed under the Veterans Recruitment Authority will
require a two (2) year trial period.

AGENCY CONTACT: For additional information about this position,
please contact: Karen Sklencar, Human Resources Specialist,
Philadelphia Personnel Office at 215-516-4801 or you may e-mail Karen
at LMSBEXTAPPS@IRS.GOV

If selected, identification of promotion potential in this position
does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of
management to promote you at some future date. Promotion will depend
upon administrative approval, the continuing need for an actual
assignment, and performance of higher level duties.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: The Treasury Inspector General for Tax
Administration (TIGTA) has oversight and investigative
responsibilities throughout IRS. TIGTA has authority to initiate
investigations to identify IRS employees who have violated or are
violating laws, rules or regulations related to the performance of
their duties. TIGTA does this in part through computer matching
programs. TIGTA computerized matches include information from
Personnel records, taxpayer account records, records of computerized
accesses to IRS information, employee tax records and records of
employee computer usage (i.e. the Internet and other research tools).

THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE IS COMMITTED TO ENSURING THAT ALL
EMPLOYEES PERFORM IN A MANNER WARRANTING THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF PUBLIC
CONFIDENCE AND DEMONSTRATES THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF ETHICS AND
INTEGRITY. APPLICANTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO GO THROUGH A PERSONAL
IDENTITY VERIFICATION (PIV) PROCESS THAT REQUIRES TWO FORMS OF
IDENTIFICATION FROM THE FORM I-9; ONE MUST BE A VALID STATE OR
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT-ISSUED PICTURE IDENTIFICATION. ELIGIBILITY FOR A
PIV CREDENTIAL IS REQUIRED. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE PIV PROCESS
AND IF UNABLE TO VERIFY THE APPLICANT'S IDENTITY, MAY RESULT IN THE
LOSS OF CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PIV CREDENTIAL, APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A
SUCCESSFULLY ADJUDICATED FBI CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD CHECK
(FINGERPRINT CHECK) AND A NACI OR EQUIVALENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
INITIATED. EMPLOYEES MUST MAINTAIN PIV CREDENTIAL ELIGIBILITY DURING
THEIR SERVICE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SELECTION FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE
BASED SOLELY ON MERIT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE,
SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, DISABILITY, SEXUAL
ORIENTATION, MARITAL OR FAMILY STATUS, MEMBERSHIP IN AN EMPLOYEE
ORGANIZATION OR OTHER NON MERIT FACTORS.


How To Apply:
Individuals applying for this announcement are required to complete
and submit an on-line application through the Office of Personnel
Management (OPM) USAJOBS website. This involves becoming a My
USAJOBS member and creating a resume. The information you provide
through your My USAJOBS membership profile and resume is required of
all Federal job applicants. When you apply for this vacancy
announcement, the information you entered in your profile and resume
are transmitted to CareerConnector as part of your application and
are used to create a CareerConnector registration.

In addition to CareerConnector registration questions, the online
application includes questions that:
- determine basic eligibility;
- assess required competencies for successful job performance; and
- provide information for survey purposes.

To apply for this announcement you will need to answer approximately
25 questions. The total number of questions will depend on the grade
you select and your responses to each question.

To apply, you must select the APPLY ONLINE button that appears at the
bottom of each announcement tab on USAJOBS. This will start the
application process and take you to CareerConnector to complete your
application.

Your application is NOT complete until you have answered all
mandatory questions and have SUBMITTED the online application.

You can respond to some or all questions without submitting. Your
answers can be saved and you can update or submit your application as
long as the announcement is open. However, you MUST respond to all
mandatory questions and SUBMIT your application by the closing date
to be considered.

If applying on-line poses a hardship, please contact Karen Sklencar
at 215-516-4801. YOU MUST CONTACT KAREN PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE so
that she can provide assistance to you for the on-line submission.
Requests for extensions will not be granted.

Please note that we use e-mail to communicate with applicants
throughout the hiring process. We understand that this may not be
the best way to contact all applicants. To ensure that we can
contact you quickly, you will be asked several questions about your
communication preferences in the application process.

There are several parts of the application process that will affect
your overall evaluation:
1. Your on-line resume (See Step 1 below);
2. Your responses to the eligibility questions;
3. Your responses to the vacancy assessment questions; and
4. Submission of supporting documentation (See instructions under
the Required Documentation" section of this posting).

You have until 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this
announcement to complete the following four-step application process.

STEP 1: To apply, you must first create a My USAJOBS membership
account and resume at www.usajobs.opm.gov. You can build up to 5
resumes in your My USAJOBS account and will need to select one of
these resumes as part of your application for this vacancy
announcement. Once you have created your My USAJOBS account and
built a resume, thoroughly review this vacancy announcement, select
the "Apply Online" button, and follow the instructions provided.

Note: We recommend that you use the preview questions option provided
at the bottom of the Qualifications and Evaluations tab of this
announcement to review and print a copy of the qualification
questions before you select the "Apply Online" button.

STEP 2: After selecting a resume to submit for your application
package, you will be taken to CareerConnector to answer registration
questions and specific questions for this vacancy announcement. The
answers to the registration questions will determine what types of
jobs you are eligible to apply for based on your Federal experience
and other factors.

Note: If you have previously registered in CareerConnector, you will
not be required to re-register.

STEP 3: Next, you will answer a series of vacancy specific questions
to evaluate your qualifications for this announcement. When
completed and submitted, this information with your CareerConnector
registration, My USAJOBS account profile, and your resume become your
application. Once you submit your completed application by answering
all mandatory questions and selecting "Finished", you will see a
summary of your application which we recommend that you print for
future reference. If you do NOT see this summary, you have NOT
successfully submitted your application. A complete application must
be received by 11:59 PM ET on the closing date of this announcement
in order to receive consideration.

Note: At the bottom of your application summary, you should
select "Finished" again. This will return you to USAJOBS where you
will see confirmation that your resume was sent to this vacancy
announcement. You will then be able to track the status of your
application through your My USAJOBS account.

STEP 4: Submit Supporting Documentation asap: To submit supporting
documents now, just follow the instructions that are provided after
you have answered your application questions.

To FAX IMAGE at a later date or if vacancy announcement has closed,
follow the steps below:

1) Log into My USAJOBS at https://my.usajobs.gov with your username
and password.


2) Click on the 'Track Your Online Job Applications' link under the
Application Status column.


3) Click on the 'More Information' link to be transferred the page to
print the cover sheet(s).


4) Click on the 'View/Generate Fax Cover sheet(s)' and on 'Continue'.

5) For each cover sheet to be printed, click the check box
under 'Select Cover Sheet' and click 'Print Cover Sheet'.


6) Fax each set (cover sheet and document named in the cover sheet)
to the fax number listed on the cover sheet.


7) You must dial the fax number each time a different set is faxed.

8) If you fax from an IRS-owned fax machine, you must obtain an
outside line before dialing the fax number on the cover sheet.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If your contact information changes after the
closing date of this vacancy announcement, send your updated
information to LMSBEXTAPPS@irs.gov to ensure you can be contacted
throughout the selection process. Please include the full
announcement number and position title on all correspondence.

Required Documents:
In addition, you may need to submit supporting documentation.  If you
are qualifying for this position in whole or part based on education,
you MUST FAX-IMAGE copies of all college transcripts for all courses
completed. If you are claiming veteran's preference or eligibility
for special priority consideration, you must submit the documents
described under "VETERAN'S PREFERENCE' and 'IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR
SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES' below. All supporting
documentation must be submitted ASAP. Failure to fax image
supporting documentation asap will result in disqualification
or ineligibility for reference/priority consideration.

PLEASE NOTE: Fax-Image copies of your transcripts are acceptable for
application processing. However, official college transcripts are
required at the time of the interview.

In addition to the online application (resume and responses to
vacancy questions), the following forms may be required:

* DD-214 if claiming Veterans' Preference.
* Standard Form 15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference
and supporting documents (if applicable).
* Official College Transcripts (copies will be accepted initially,
however, prior to selection eligible applicants must submit official
transcripts to the hiring personnel office).
* Equivalency Evaluation from an accredited private organization of
foreign education if applicable.
* SF-50 - If you are or have been a Federal employee, please submit:
** copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action, Form SF-50; and
** copy of your most recent or last performance appraisal.

Note: If you need to request a copy of your SF-50, please write to
the FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER, National Archives and Records
Administration, 111 Winnebago Street, St. Louis, Missouri, 63118.
You must provide your name, social security number and date of birth
with your request.

FAILURE TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL RESULT IN NOT
RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Note: Your application
package will not be returned. Do NOT submit original documents that
you may need in the future.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you have served on active duty in the
United States military and were separated under honorable conditions,
you may be eligible for veteran's preference. To claim veterans'
preference, you must submit:
* Form DD-214 covering the period of military service for which
preference is claimed; and
* If applicable, a Standard Form 15, Application for 10-Point
Veterans' Preference with supporting documents as outlined on the
form. This form can be found at www.usajobs.opm.gov/forms.asp.

Note: For more information on veteran's preference, please go to the
U.S. Office of Personnel Management website for Veterans at
www.opm.gov/veterans.

CTAP/ICTAP ELIGIBLES: Individuals who have special priority
selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance
Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance
Program (ICTAP) must apply as indicated above. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles
must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for
special priority selection. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles who receive a score
of 80 or above will be considered well qualified. If you are seeking
CTAP/ICTAP eligibility consideration, you must submit proof that you
meet the requirement of 5 CFR 330.605 (a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704
for ICTAP. This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your
most recent Performance Rating and copy of your most recent SF-50
noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Please
annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP
or ICTAP eligible.

REASONABLE Accommodation STATEMENT: The Internal Revenue Service
provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application and hiring process, please contact Karen Sklencar at 215-
516-4801.

Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-
by-case basis.

If you have been certified by the States Rehabilitation Center or the
State's Commission for the Blind, may wish to contact your counselor
to apply for employment through the IRS Disability Employment Program
in addition to applying for this vacancy announcement.

Contact Information:
Karen Sklencar
Phone: 215-516-4801
Fax: 999-999-9999
TDD: 215-516-1299
Email: LMSBEXTAPPS@IRS.GOV
Or write:
Internal Revenue Service
11601 Roosevelt Blvd., DP-B5704
Philadelphia,, PA 19154
Fax: 999-999-9999

What To Expect Next:
Note:  Your Category Rating may be different for each grade because
the requirements are different for each level.

We will communicate with you using e-mail throughout the hiring
process. You will receive an electronic Notice of Rating that will
provide you with information regarding your eligibility for the
occupations covered under this announcement. If you currently have a
Spam Blocker on your computer, you will have to remove it in order to
receive notification from our office.


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 other non-merit factor.

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.


Send Mail to:
Internal Revenue Service
11601 Roosevelt Blvd., DP-B5704
Philadelphia,, PA 19154
Fax: 999-999-9999
For questions about this job:
Karen Sklencar
Phone: 215-516-4801
Fax: 999-999-9999
TDD: 215-516-1299
Email: LMSBEXTAPPS@IRS.GOV

10 comments:

  1. I can understand this. The Government agencies, departments, etc... all have offices of Civil Rights. The one and only purpose of these offices is to ensure that no one is ever discriminated against for any reason at any time ever.

    The result is a bunch of unnecessary words in job descriptions. These words ensure that:
    1. It is clear that anyone can apply for this position regardless of their genetic, religious, or mental makeup.
    2. That you will get consideration for the position based on your application, not your name, race, religion, political party, or sexual orientation.
    3. Instructions on exactly how to apply, when to apply, where to apply, and who to call if you do not feel like reading a Tolstoy novel to understand the above instructions must be included to ensure that even those that are too stupid or lazy to fill in the application can get considered for the position.
    4. And, probably most important of all, it is the way it has always been done.

    And, you wonder why the Government ends up with a bad reputation? Could it be that the application process is so cumbersome that the intelligent and hard workers get a viable position in private industry before they get through the job ad?

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  2. Anonymous3:49 PM

    Obviously, the people from the IRS have too much free time.

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  3. Anonymous5:44 PM

    An application process that only a huge bureaucracy could produce and love.

    Could they possibly make this more arcane and difficult? (probably not).

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  4. Egads.

    The Canadian government is no better. Some of their postings have a list of competencies required to understand the posting itself including, and I wish I was joking, "reading left to right, top to bottom".

    Other gems about the Canadian civil service (any of these common to the US?):

    1. Nobody can be promoted unless a full job competition is run. If they happen to find someone better they often cancel the competition, tighten the requirements and run it again. Rinse and repeat until the only person qualified is the one they wanted to promote in the first place.

    2. The time between application and offer is usually 6-8 months although it can take as long as a year.

    3. Everyone is in one union or another. 'Nuff said.

    4. The vast majority of positions require the applicant to be bilingual (English/French) even if the job doesn't actually require it. Hey Americans...get ready for English/Spanish...

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  5. I guess navigating the application process is a test unto itself. :)

    Several things about applications for government jobs pisses me off:

    1. The process is rigged so that people already in civilian government service have a leg up. They understand the system and the system caters to them.

    2. Unless you served in a civilian government position at a certain grade level, they'll almost certainly downgrade the value of any experience you have.

    3. It takes months for them to contact you for an interview even when you've made the BQ (best qualified) list. By then, most people have accepted employment elsewhere. This is part of the reason why government service employees are so incompetent - the good ones don't remain on the market long enough to get interviewed.

    4. Sometimes an incompetent or conniving clerk will "disqualify" you for a spurious reason. I was disqualified for a Treasury position for "living outside the area of consideration" although I was less than 4 miles away and was already commuting farther. There was no phone number or email address on the letter to notify someone it was a mistake.

    The trick with government job applications is to match your resume as closely as possible to the KSA's (knowledge, skills, attributes) on the announcement.

    When you get to the questions about the level of similar duties you've performed, it pays not to be modest and even exaggerate a little (everyone else does). But you can't outright lie because they will ask you questions about it in the interview and you have to have a good answer.

    Good luck. Once in the system, it's nearly impossible to get rid of you after the first year.

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  6. Anonymous8:25 PM

    Holy crud!!! Took me four hours just to scroll through it, never mind actually read all of it!!!!

    On a totally separate note, just finished your book. I really liked it, I'll post a review on Amazon tonight or tomorrow.

    Hope your trip went well.
    -Camille

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  7. Anonymous10:20 PM

    priceless!

    My favorite part is the "How do I apply?" section.

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  8. I didn't get through all that but then I am not looking for a job! BTW, I'm working in your field at the moment. The Army saw fit to assign me as an LNO to Dept of Treasury in Iraq where the good folks of the OTA are trying to assist the Iraqis in learning how to spend money efficiently.

    Come join us!!

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  9. Maj Gross,

    I just might. What kind of work would I be doing? Rather help out the Iraqi's with their economy than spoiled Americans wanting a bailout. Might actually be appreciated.

    Camille,

    Thanks! I appreciate you reading the book and writing a review! Tell friends, lot's of friends. Looking to retire on that.

    Cpt.

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  10. Anonymous5:18 AM

    Good luck. If they accept your application, they'll give you a two-week notice for a one-time interview entrance exam, which will undoubtedly take place in another city (most likely Chicago). I had to pass up a similar job a few years ago.

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