International Travel Specialist - Reston, United States - US Geological Survey

US Geological Survey

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Reston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:

As an International Travel Specialist within the Office of International Programs, some of your specific duties will include:

Provides oversight for all international travel actions including review of travel requests (DI-11 75's).
Serves as focal point coordinating emergency travel requests, dealing directly with questions of immediate urgency.
Furnishes guidance and direction to OIP staff as well as all USGS employees worldwide, with direct responsibility for ensuring that work is completed accurately, and deadlines are met as required.
Serves as a Bureau Passport Agent.
Oversees and maintains accuracy of travel databases and prepares special reports relating to travel as requested.
Provides information on passport and visa questions, training requirements, cable inquiries, and medical clearances.
Responsible for researching, analyzing, drafting, and formulating guidelines ensuring that the text conforms to the criteria as mandated by State Department regulations.
Serves as liaison between OIP and USGS Regions, Science Centers, and field offices for all inquiries, unresolved issues, and problems relating to international travel.
Acts as the USGS expert on questions/concerns. relating to deadlines, procedures, and interpretation of regulations.
Initiates schedule for quarterly meeting travel lists and coordinates list on behalf of Bureau.
Prepares due dates (schedule for collection of information), and compiles data for review of Director's Office and prepares the "more than 7" memorandums requiring Department approval.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

Key Requirements:

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens.
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
More requirements are listed under Qualifications and Other Information.

Are There Any Special Requirements For This Position?

Qualifications:

For GS-09:

Applicants must meet one of the following to qualify for the GS-9 level:

One year of specialized experience in or directly related to this position that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position.

To be creditable, the required specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service.

Examples of GS-7 level work include assisting with collecting and consolidating administrative data; providing travel support, identifying any significant trends; reviewing administrative guidelines and procedures to determine legal and ethics compliance; providing assistance to employees relating to personnel issues; and reviewing contract proposals to ensure adherence to guidelines and policy.

OR applicants may substitute successful completion of 2 years of progressively higher level, directly related, graduate education or master's or equivalent graduate degree (such as an LL.B or J.D). (36 semester hours, 54 quarter hours, or the equivalent).

OR a combination of appropriate specialized experience (as described above) and graduate education (as described above) that is beyond the first year of progressive graduate study to meet the qualification requirements.

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the position by the closing date of the announcement.

Education:

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

_Required Documents for

Special Appointing Authorities Eligibility:
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-30% or More Disabled Veteran:

Submit a legible copy of your DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, member 4 copy; and an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (dated 1991 or later) or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a serviceconnected disability,, etc. Additional information can be found in the VetGuide.

-Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA):

NOTE: The VRA authority only applies to positions at the GS 11 level or lower.

Submit a legible copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, member 4 copy; and if applicable, an official statement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (dated 1991 or later) or from a branch of the Armed Forces certifying the existence of a service-connected disability, or the award of a campaign badge or Armed Forces Service Medal, etc. Additional information can be found in the VetGuide.

-Individuals with Disabilities: