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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Internal Revenue Service
Sub Agency: Internal Revenue Service
Job Announcement Number:
09PH4-LME0290-110-11T13-L
ECONOMIST
SALARY RANGE: 56,411.00 - 123,335.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, February 25, 2009
to Thursday, February 25, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0110-11/13POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time; Permanent; Day Shift; Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13DUTY LOCATIONS: vacancy(s) in one of the following locations: many vacancies - Throughout the Nation
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: You must be a United States citizen.
THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT ESTABLISHES A STANDING INVENTORY OF
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS.NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.IF YOU
HAVE SPAM BLOCKER, IT WILL HAVE TO BE DISABLED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE
OUR COMMUNICATIONS.
RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES MAY BE OFFERED TO CANDIDATES IN HARD-TO-FILL
LOCATIONS AND/OR FOR SPECIALIZED SKILL SETS.PLEASE SEE LISTING
BELOW FOR LOCATIONS AND HARD-TO-FILL LOCATIONS FOR THE 2009 HIRES.
JOB SUMMARY:
WHY IS THE IRS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK?
We employ talented people in a wide variety of professional career
fields.Not only do you get first class training when you walk in
the door, your professional skills are kept sharp and up-to-date with
specialized training delivered by some of the best instructors in and
outside of the government.Far-reaching impact.Varied challenges.
Tremendous advancement potential.It all adds up.
WHAT TYPE OF APPOINTMENT IS THIS?
This is a Permanent, Full-Time, Day Shift, Career/Career Conditional
Appointment.
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. Other Revenue Agent specialty
occupations in LMSB include International Examiners dealing with
international issues, Computer Audit Specialists who analyze complex
computerized accounting systems, and Employment Tax Specialists who
conduct examinations of complex employment tax returns.
Positions are available Nationwide and may be subject to change.The
locations below have been identified for the 2009 hires:
AZ=Phoenix; CA=Glendale, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose;
CO=Denver; CT=New Haven, Norwalk; DC=Washington; FL=Jacksonville,
Maitland, Miami, Plantation, Tampa; IL=Chicago; MA=Boston, Southboro,
Stoneham; MI=Detroit, Farmington Hills; MN=Bloomington, Brooklyn
Center; NJ=Edison, Freehold, Mountainside, Paramus; NY=Buffalo, New
York (Manhattan), Rochester; OH=Akron, Cincinnati, Columbus,
Independence; OK=Oklahoma City, Tulsa; OR=Portland; PA=King of
Prussia, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh; RI=Warwick; TX=Houston; VA=Baileys
Crossroads, Fairfax, Richmond; WA=Seattle.
The following locations have been identified as HARD-TO-FILL for the
2009 hires.Recruitment incentives may be offered to candidates in
hard-to-fill locations and/or for specialized skill sets.
PLEASE NOTE:HARD-TO-FILL LOCATIONS FOR THIS HIRE MAY BE REFERRED
FOR CONSIDERATION REGARDLESS OF PREFERENCE:
CA=Glendale, San Francisco, San Jose; CO=Denver; DC=Washington;
IL=Chicago; MA=Boston, Southboro, Stoneham; MN=Bloomington, Brooklyn
Center; NJ=Edison, Freehold, Mountainside, Paramus; NY=New York
(Manhattan); OR=Portland; MI=Detroit, Farmington Hills; TX=Houston;
VA=Baileys Crossroads, Fairfax; WA=Seattle.
The anticipated enter-on-duty date:TO BE DETERMINED
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.Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.Up to 50% travel maybe required. No moving expenses.Position will be filled at the GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13 levels. If you wishto be considered for all levels, you must apply for each grade level.Promotion Potential is to the GS-13.
Send Mail to:
Internal Revenue Service
11601 Roosevelt Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19154
Fax: 999-999-9999
For questions about this job:
Kathy Collins
Phone: 215-516-4717
Fax: 999-999-9999
TDD: 215-516-1299
Email: lmsbextapps@irs.gov
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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09PH4-LME0290-110-11T13-L
ECONOMIST
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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.
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GRADE 11
In addition to the basic requirements for this position, applicants
for the GS-11 level must meet A, B, or C below.
A. 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading
to a Ph.D degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in
Economics.
OR
B. 1 year of full time specialized experience equivalent to the next
lower level in the Federal Government.
Specialized experience is experience that is related to this job and
has equipped you with the competencies required for successful job
performance.
Examples of experience qualifying as specialized includes experience
independently performing several or all of the steps necessary to
complete a project for collecting economic data (employment
statistics, forexample, or marketing data) from primary sources
such as records of business firms;assuming responsibility for
various phases of initiation, planning, execution and control of
special studies or continuous projects or performing research to
locate new sources of data and analysis and interpreting pertinent
information.
OR
C. A combination of graduate education and experience as defined in
paragraphs A and B above.
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GRADE 12
In addition to the basic requirements for this position, applicants
for the GS-12 level must have one year of specialized experience
equivalent to the next lower grade in the Federal Government.
Specialized experience is experience that is related to this job and
has equipped you with the competencies required for successful job
performance.
Examples of experience qualifying as specialized experience include
experience in the research into economic phenomena; analysis of
economic data and the preparation of interpretive reports; or
advising and consultation on economic matters to government officials
and/or private organizations or citizens.
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GRADE 13
In addition to the basic requirements for this position, applicants
for the GS-13 level must have one year of specialized experience
equivalent to the next lower grade in the Federal Government.
Specialized experience is experience that is related to this job and
has equipped you with the competencies required for successful job
performance.
Examples of experience qualifying as specialized experience include
experience in conducting various kinds of microeconomic research and
analysis that require the study of economic structure, business
practices and functions; responsibility for multiple major projects
that include the review of the research plan, approve proposed
procedures, providing technical advice and instruction throughout
the project and a through review of the finished reports; or
explaining and defending research findings that may include
representing the organization in cases reaching litigation.
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.
Please see section under 'REQUIRED DOCUMENTS' for instructions on how
to submit your supporting documentation. Please do not use a postage
paid government envelope to submit materials for this announcement.
In accordance with 39 U.S.C. Section 415, application materials will
not be accepted if mailed in postage paid government envelope.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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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.
JOB-RELATED QUESTIONS:As part of the online 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.To preview questions please click here.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
09PH4-LME0290-110-11T13-L
ECONOMIST
Additional Duty Location Info:many vacancies - Throughout the Nation
MAJOR DUTIES:
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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.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
09PH4-LME0290-110-11T13-L
ECONOMIST
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:
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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.
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.
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.Applicants selected under
a Term appointment must serve a (1) year trial 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:
Philadelphia Employment - Section IV
11601 Roosevelt Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19154
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.
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