Tax Examining Technician, Direct Hire, SEASONAL TERM Not to Exceed 1 year, May be Extended 4 years

Job Description

WE'RE HIRING: Attend one of the Hiring events below!! Austin SouthPark Hotel - December 2nd Kansas City - December 15th Ogden Courtyard Marriott - December 18th Time: 9am - 1pm To be selected for this position, you must attend the in-person hiring event. (***Refer to the Additional Information Section for more details.***) WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER IRS CAREERS? Visit us on the web at www.jobs.irs.gov

Qualifications

Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement: GENERAL EXPERIENCE GS-04: Applicants must have one of the following to qualify at this grade level: At least twelve (12 months) of general experience. General experience - Must demonstrate progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular competencies needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled. This may be paid or non-paid experience. OR EDUCATION: Two (2) years of education above the high school level (education may have been obtained in an accredited junior college, college, university, business, secretarial or technical school). OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience equivalent to one (1) year of general experience. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-05: Applicants must meet one of the following: At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-04) in the Federal government. Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular competencies needed to perform the duties of this position. This may be paid or non-paid experience. Examples of qualifying experience include experience performing a variety of miscellaneous tasks involving researching and processing financial documents, reviewing information and determining corrective action on accounts, researching for missing/unclear accounting information and reviewing financial documents submitted for completeness. OR EDUCATION: You may substitute education for specialized experience as follows: A Bachelor's degree or four years of education above high school in any field of study from an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Have a combination of education and experience equivalent to one year of specialized experience. Post-high school education must be from an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-06: Applicants must have: At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05) in the Federal government. Specialized experience is defined as progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that demonstrates the ability to acquire the particular competencies needed to perform the duties of this position. Examples of qualifying experience include, experience dealing with the public analyzing tax or accounting issues. Experience resolving problems, adjusting accounts, and providing information on financial issues. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.

Required Documents

For the event you must have two physical and current forms of identification: at least one must be a primary form of ID (such as a REAL ID compliant driver's license or ID card, U.S. passport or passport card). If the names on your forms of ID do not match, you may need to bring the appropriate linking documentation, such as a marriage license or court order, that shows the change in names. **Please note that state issued IDs/Driver's Licenses must be a REAL ID to be accepted for fingerprinting** State-issued driver's licenses and IDs that are not REAL ID compliant are no longer accepted as valid forms of identification. REAL ID-compliant cards will have a star marking on the upper top portion of the card. To obtain a REAL ID Visit your state's driver's licensing agency. Alternative acceptable documents may be used in lieu of a state issued IDs/Driver's License that is not REAL ID compliant. Visit GSA's website for other forms of acceptable identity documents (such as U.S. passport or passport card). The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. Inability to complete fingerprinting before scheduled start dates may result in your job offer being withdrawn. Start dates will not be extended. Resume - Your resume MUST contain your name and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or present). To ensure you receive full credit for relevant experience, include the hours worked per week. Please limit your resume to two-pages. If including Federal service experience, you MUST provide the pay plan, series, and grade, i.e., GS-0301-09. If the pay plan, series, and grade are not provided, it may result in an ineligible determination. Your resume must NOT include photographs, classified or government sensitive information, social security number (SSN), encrypted/digitally signed documents, or links to social media such as LinkedIn, or other inappropriate material or content. If your resume contains prohibited information as listed above, your application will be determined ineligible, and you will not receive consideration for this position. (Cover letters are optional.) Please view Resume Tips. It is also recommended that your resume not include personal information such as age, sex, religion, race, disability, etc. Online Application - Questionnaire Education - See Education Section above Registration/License (If Applicable) - active, current registration/license Veterans' Preference (if applicable) - You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 (Member 4 copy), or other official documentation from a branch of the Armed Forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs showing dates of service and type of discharge. If you are serving under active duty, provide certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of certification. The certification must indicate your dates of service, rank and that you will be separated under honorable conditions. 10-point preference eligible - Submit an Application for 10-point Veteran Preference, SF-15, along with the required documentation listed on the back of the form if you are a 10-point preference eligible. For more information on claiming veterans' preference view here. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) (If Applicable) - IRS CTAP eligibles can apply for jobs within and outside the commuting area. Treasury CTAP eligibles can apply for jobs within the commuting area. Find required documentation at: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP). Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) (If Applicable) - If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents. High School Diploma (or equivalent) - If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you MUST submit documentation of graduation from high school (or equivalent); OR completion of a formal vocational training program; OR statement from school authorities agreeing with your decision to pursue employment rather than continuing your education. NOTE: DO NOT copy the specialized experience statement or position description into your resume for experience as this is not a demonstration of your experience and could result in an ineligible determination. If you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

Department Information

Agency

Internal Revenue Service

Department

Department of the Treasury

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, Missouri, United States