Test Score Technician

Summary About the Position: This position operates within the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Testing Section to ensure testing is administered in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and United States Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) Military Personnel Testing Program policies and procedures. Positions listed with multiple grades may be filled at any grade level and may or may not have promotion potential. This is a permanent position. Duties Train subordinates on proper test score data entry techniques. Resolve test score inconsistencies or problems. Enter validated test score into automated systems. Prepare reports on the testing program for management. Review test scores for validity and consistency. Oversee test security, control, and storage procedures. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Regular evening and weekend work is required. Frequent local travel and occasional Temporary Duty (TDY) required. Position requires TDY business travel up to approximately 25% of the time. Must possess and/or obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience GS-06: One year of specialized experience which includes 1)Performing data entry into automated systems; 2) conducting inventories of controlled materials; 3) utilizing a variety of office automated equipment; AND 4) conducting inventories of controlled materials. This experience is typical of the work performed at the next lower grade/equivalent (GS-05). Specialized Experience GS-07: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Conducting aptitude and qualification testing of applicants; 2) Providing oral instructions to groups of people; 3) Managing the security and accountability of testing materials; AND 4) Utilizing a variety of office automated equipment. This experience is typical of the work performed at the next lower grade/equivalent (GS-06). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) General Administration and Support Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service MAY be authorized. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. 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.