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Click 'Apply' and we'll walk you through a four-step process on how to attach a resume and any required documents. While working an application, you may review, edit, delete and update information. We'll automatically save progress made as you go, so any changes won't be lost.
How do you want to be considered?
The following are ways to may apply and be considered for this announcement.
Status candidate (also referred to as Merit promotion) refers to those individuals who are current or former Federal civilian employees who hold or held non-temporary appointments in the competitive service, not the excepted service. Certain eligible veterans may also apply and be considered under VEOA for vacancy announcements limited to status candidates. For more information regarding VEOA eligibility, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/frequently-asked-questions/feds-hire-vets-faq/general/what-are-the-criteria-for-veoa-eligibility/#:~:text=To%20be%20eligible%20for%20a,more%20years%20of%20active%20service.
All Qualified - any qualified U.S. citizen may apply to the announcement.
Special Appointing Authority - Disabled veterans, persons with disability and other applicants eligible for noncompetitive appointment under special appointing authorities (i.e.,Schedule A) MUST indicate eligibility in this application and submit proof of eligibility prior to the closing date of this announcement. For additional information on special appointing authorities, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/special-authorities/
Additional information on veterans preference can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
Need Help?
If experiencing any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Apply Online' button): please contact the Agency Contact listed on this announcement between normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET). If receiving any kind of error message, please be ready to provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text and number. If necessary, we will provide you with a technical support number for further assistance.
- If having trouble with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account password/profile issues, or Resume Builder): please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center. We regret that we are unable to support any issues with USAJOBS, as this service is not maintained by the NIST.
- If experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply on-line, please contact the Agency Contact listed on this announcement prior to the vacancy closing date and during normal business hours to discuss your situation.
Agency contact information
Didi Hanlein
Didi Hanlein
Phone
240-449-6356
Email
[email protected]
Address
Associate Director for Innovation and Industry Services
100 Bureau Drive
Building 101/Room A1123
Mail Stop 1000
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
US
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Next steps
Applications will be reviewed for eligibility and then a panel of subject matter experts will review eligible applications to determine the degree to which an applicant possesses the required PTQs. By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make false statements in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. In considering you for this position, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
To check the status of this vacancy, log into USAJOBS account and select the 'Application Status' link. We will update applicant statuses when:
- A qualification determination is made. If found not qualified/eligible, no additional updates will be provided.
- Applications are referred to the selecting official.
- A selection decision has been made.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.