This is not a bargaining unit position. This is not a (drug) testing designated position (TDP). This position is with the Small Business Administration, Office of International Trade in Washington D.C. Serves as a subject matter expert and key advisor in providing strategic planning and execution of trade policy that supports the ability and effectiveness of U.S. small business to compete in international markets. Also supervises staff 20% of one's time.

Duties

The International Trade Policy Specialist is responsible for:

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must successfully complete a background investigation.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

GS-14 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, obtained in either the private or public sector that includes: 1) Providing leadership, guidance, and assistance to executives, managers and employees regarding international trade policies to achieve national or international level results; AND 2) Conducting outreach to and assisting businesses in international trade matters; AND 3) Developing positions and providing input into trade negotiations and policies to benefit businesses. These qualifications must be clearly referenced in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site: General Business and Industry Series, 1101 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. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled. All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 11/13/2023.

Education

Education may not be substituted for experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address Office of International Trade 409 3rd Street SW Suite 2400 Washington, DC 20416 US
• Name: Kathleen Schrank
• Email: [email protected]