Duties
- Applies innovative methods and evolving adult learning theory and practices in the design and development of individual training courses and larger-scale training programs to meet organizational needs.
- Provides advisory and consulting services to management concerning a broad range of training and development topics focusing on technical and professional development.
- Applies industry standard training assessment tools to a broad range of technical and professional development training programs and curriculum. Develops and implements agency specific assessment tools to address specific employee development needs.
- Collects and analyzes data obtained through post-training assessments to identify performance gaps and develop remediation strategies; develops solutions to improve program delivery methods or content to maximize program effectiveness.
- Provides regular summaries, briefings and reports regarding the evaluation, improvement, and successful delivery of the Agency employee development mission.
- DUTIES AS DESCRIBED REFLECT THE FULL PERFORMANCE, GS-12 LEVEL. DUTIES ASSIGNED TO AN ENTRY GRADE OF GS-11 WILL BE DEVELOPMENTAL IN NATURE.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S Citizen or National
- Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
- Suitable for federal employment
- This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination
Qualifications
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
For the GS-11 level, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-09) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience is defined as participating in the development, delivery, assessment or administration of formal employee training and development initiatives and curricula in a business setting; applying adult learning principles in partnering with customers to identify training and workforce development needs; and coordinating resources to ensure successful delivery of training and development program services.
For the GS-12 level, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as applying human resources development adult learning theories, principles, and methods to assess the effectiveness of formal employee training and development initiatives and curricula; implementing formal adult learning assessment tools (such as the Kirkpatrick Model of Training Evaluation or the Phillips' Evaluation Model) to advise and report on the successful delivery of training and development program services.
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 to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.
Education
GS-11 Substitution of Education for Experience: Three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed higher-level graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.
If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
There is no substitution of education for the qualifying experience at the GS-12 grade level.
Additional information
- THE DUTY LOCATION OF THIS POSITION IS INDIANAPOLIS, IN. IT IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. Situational telework in the local, Indianapolis, area may be approved subject to mission need and supervisory approval.
- Moving expenses maybe paid
- The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here
- For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements
- A one year probationary period may be required
- We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
- Travel requirement is Occasional.
- DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only
- Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov)
- Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee and attain a rating of at least 90, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible
- Drug Testing is not required.
- Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
- The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
- All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line,you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.
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 window Learn more about federal 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.
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