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Dear Colleague:
In an effort to locate candidates to fill positions of Archives Specialist (Data Standards) and Archives Specialist at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), I am writing to enlist your help in encouraging potential candidates to apply.  Further details about these positions can be found in the attached vacancy announcements.
These are critical position for which the competition is open to all interested, qualified candidates.  We need to find the best professionals available, and your assistance in informing potential candidates of this opportunity, and circulating the attached announcements, is greatly appreciated. Please contact me if you have any questions about these positions.

Archives Specialist (Data Standards), GS-1421-12/13, Permanent, Full-time position at the College Park, MD facility.
Opens May 15, closes June 12.

Archives Specialist, GS-1421-13, Permanent, Full-time position at the College Park, MD facility.
Opens May 15, closes June 6.

Thanks.


Tracy W. Scott, SPHR
Personnel Management Specialist
National Archives & Records Administration
Office of Human Resources & Information Services
8601 Adelphi Road, Room 1200
College Park, MD  20740-6001
Office: (301) 713-6760, ext 282
Fax: (301) 7130-7272

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
National Archives and Records Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE

VACANCY NUMBER: NPLN-00-12

OPENING DATE: MAY 15, 2000
CLOSING DATE: JUNE 12, 2000

POSITION: Archives Specialist (Data Standards), GS-1421-12/13 (1 position)
Please indicate the grade(s) for which you wish to be considered. You will 
only be considered for the grade(s) for which you indicate an interest.

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: GS-1421-13; if filled at the GS-12 level, position has
promotion potential to GS-13.

SALARY RANGE: $51,204 - $79,155

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent, Full-time

LOCATION: National Archives and Records Administration, Office of the Archivist, 
Policy and Planning Staff, College Park, MD
College Park is NARA?s headquarters site, a new, state-of-the-art building in 
suburban Maryland. Adjoining the campus of the University of Maryland, NARA?s 
building is located in a wooded area that offers both beauty and privacy yet has 
convenient access to urban amenities and to the Beltway. Pleasant working 
conditions, the latest in equipment, a full-service cafeteria, a fitness center, 
free parking, a jogging path, a childcare center ? NARA?s building has the kinds 
of features that attract new employees today. 

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: ALL SOURCES - Applications being accepted from the 
general public. U.S. citizenship is required. Current and former Federal 
employees, ICTAP eligibles, preference eligible veterans, and those eligible 
under a special appointing authority (such as Veterans Readjustment Act or 
Veterans Equal Opportunity Act) are also encouraged to apply.

SPECIAL NOTES: U.S. citizenship is required. This position is in the AFGE 
bargaining unit. This position is not a supervisory position. Relocation 
expenses will not be authorized. More than one position may be filled through 
this announcement.

OUR MISSION: The National Archives and Records Administration, an independent 
Federal agency, is at the forefront in fields from document preservation to 
electronic records. Exciting developments in these fields, along with NARA?s 
growing leadership in information technologies, make it a vital and 
interesting place to work. By ensuring ready access to essential evidence 
(records from all three branches of the Federal Government that document the 
rights and entitlements of citizens, the actions for which Federal officials 
are accountable, and the national experience), NARA bears unique importance in 
a democratic system that depends upon the preservation and availability of 
such records.

At more than thirty sites across the country (regional archives and records 
services facilities, Presidential libraries, and three major buildings in the 
Washington, D.C., area), NARA safeguards and makes available millions of 
textual and non-textual records ranging from our Declaration of Independence 
and Constitution to a rapidly increasing number of modern electronic files.  
NARA each year welcomes to its exhibits nearly two million visitors and serves 
the needs of thousands of researchers. NARA assists Federal agencies in 
documenting their activities; publishes the Federal Register and other 
official documents; oversees Federal declassification policies; and makes 
grants supporting initiatives to document American history.

DUTIES: Using knowledge of archival theory and practices, the incumbent 
focuses on developing logical and correct standards, particularly descriptive 
standards, for NARA?s shared information and reference systems. Participates 
in developing, maintaining, and promoting agency data architecture, data 
content and value standards (descriptive standards) for shared information and 
reference systems, including records life cycle and public access systems. 
Coordinates or participates in developing, implementing, and maintaining 
authorities files, controlled vocabularies, and thesauri for agency-wide 
information systems. Manages information files created internally and 
externally. Assists technical experts in coordinating data standards and 
performs one or more of the following: policy and program analysis and 
planning, workflow analysis and business process reengineering, product and 
project management, and agency-wide systems analysis. Develops and provides 
training and assistance to NARA components and staff on implementing 
standards. Conducts or participates in studies to analyze, review, and make 
recommendations regarding information resources policies and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next 
lower grade level in the Federal service is required. Specialized experience 
is experience directly related to the position that has equipped you with the 
particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the 
duties of the position. Typically, this would include experience in 
developing, implementing, and maintaining data architecture, data content, and 
value standards for information systems that included controlled vocabularies, 
authorities files, thesauri, etc; analyzing, reviewing, and making 
recommendations regarding information resources policies and programs; 
developing data standards policies; and developing or conducting training in 
data standards implementation. 
FEDERAL EMPLOYEES NOTE: Time-in-grade restrictions apply if applying under 
merit promotion procedures, which means to be eligible for the GS-12, you must 
have one year of Federal service in the same or related position as a GS-11; 
for GS-13, one year as a GS-12.

ICTAP PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: In addition to one year of specialized 
experience, displaced employees who are well qualified may be eligible for 
priority consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance 
Program (ICTAP). Well qualified applicants are those who fully meet all 
qualification requirements and are able to satisfactorily perform the duties 
of the position upon entry. You must submit the following: RIF Separation 
Notice, evidence of full performance level of current position; most recent 
performance appraisal; and most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel 
Action, to verify reassignment eligibility.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: In addition to one year of specialized experience, if you 
served on active duty in the United States military and were separated under 
honorable conditions, you may be eligible for veterans preference. Veterans 
who are preference eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces 
under honorable condition after three years or more of continuous active 
service may apply. Most veterans who served in the Gulf War era (August 2, 
1990 through January 2, 1992) are eligible. Veterans who did not serve during 
this time, but whose service began after October 15, 1976, must have a 
campaign badge, expeditionary medal, or a service-connected disability to be a 
preference eligible. To claim 5-point veterans preference, submit a copy of 
your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other 
proof of eligibility. To claim 10-point veterans preference, submit a SF-15, 
Application for 10-point Veterans Preference, plus the documentation required 
by that form. For further details, call OPM at 912-757-3000 and select Federal 
Employment Topics, and then select Veterans, or visit the OPM VetGuide web 
site: www.opm.gov/employ/html/vetguide.htm.
Males over age 18 who were born after December 31, 1959, must have registered 
with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a 
Federal job.

EVALUATION OF CANDIDATES: If you meet the basic qualifications, an evaluation 
will be conducted to determine if you possess the following KSAs required for 
this position. This evaluation determines which candidates will be referred to 
the selecting official for final consideration. Therefore, you are strongly 
encouraged to submit a separate narrative statement for each KSA, explaining 
how your experience, education, training, self-development activities, 
appraisals, awards, etc. relates to the position. Providing this information 
is optional; however, you may be at a disadvantage when compared to other 
applicants by not addressing the following:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of national and international standards and 
practices for tracking and describing records of all media types and all 
origins, particularly government records, throughout their life cycle in 
manual and automated information systems.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of controlled vocabularies, authorities files, and 
thesauri, and the construction, maintenance, and/or application of them.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of archival, records, and information management 
principles, concepts, practices, and methods, both manual and automated, 
sufficient to identify, understand, evaluate, and propose policies and 
procedures for major program functions (appraisal and disposition, 
accessioning, description, preservation, and reference).
4. Demonstrated ability to plan, initiate, coordinate, and execute a variety 
of management studies or special projects of broad scope and complexity.
5. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, 
to staff, management officials, and others.

HOW TO APPLY: Along with your resume/application (see below for required 
information), submit the following documents that apply:
- Separate statement addressing the above KSAs. Please limit response to one 
page per KSA (Optional, but encouraged)
- Copy of SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, to verify competitive 
status or reinstatement eligibility (applies to Federal employees only)
- Copy of most recent performance appraisal with an interim or final rating 
(applies to Federal employees only)
- Copy of DD-214 to verify preference eligibility (applies to veterans only)
- OPM Form 1386, Background Survey Questionnaire (Optional, but encouraged)
Current and former Federal employees who wish to be considered under both 
merit promotion and competitive procedures must submit two (2) complete 
applications. If only one (1) application is received, it will be considered 
under merit promotion procedures.
Your eligibility will be based solely on the application submitted. If your 
application does not contain all of the requested information, you may lose 
consideration for the job. Official Personnel Folders of internal candidates 
will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for the position. 

REQUIRED INFORMATION: You may apply by submitting ONE of the following: a 
resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), Application for 
Federal Employment (SF-171), or any other written format you choose as long as 
it contains all required information. For application forms, visit the U.S. 
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) web site at www.usajobs.opm.gov, or call 
the Human Resources Office listed below. Although a standard application form 
is not required, we need certain information to evaluate your qualifications 
and determine if you meet legal requirements for Federal employment. Your 
application must include the following information:
JOB INFORMATION:
- Announcement number and the position title and grade(s)
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
- Your full name and social security number
- Mailing address (include zip code), day and evening phone numbers
- Country of citizenship (U.S. citizenship is required)
- Veterans' preference (if applicable; DD-214 is required)
- Highest Federal civilian grade held (if applicable - include job series and 
dates at that grade)
EDUCATION:
- Highest education level achieved. Specify: name of educational institution, 
city, state, zip code (if known), date or expected date (month/year) of 
completion of degree requirements, and type of degree received. Graduates of 
foreign universities must include proof of foreign education equivalency to an 
accredited U.S. college/university. Copy of college transcripts or list of 
college courses (if required, or applicable to the position).

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Paid and nonpaid work experience related to the position. For each period of 
work experience include:  
- Job title, series/grade (if Federal employment)
- Duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address (indicate if we may contact current supervisor)
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Starting and ending dates (month/year)
- Hours per week and salary. 
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Job-related training courses (title and year)
- Job-related skills (languages, typing speed, computer skills, tools, etc.)
- Job-related certificates/licenses (current), honors, awards, and special 
accomplishments (publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, 
leadership activities)

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Making a false statement in any part of your application may result in you 
not being hired; being fired after beginning work; or being fined or jailed.
- Use of postage paid official government envelopes to mail job applications 
is a violation of Federal regulations. Applications submitted via Government 
envelopes will not be accepted.
- Enrollment in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for payment of salary 
is required as a condition of employment for all new employees.
- In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3303, recommendations by a Senator or 
Representative may not be considered except as to the character or residence 
of the applicant.  
- Under NARA regulations, an employee whose current performance rating of 
record is below the fully successful level is not eligible for promotion.
- You will not be notified of the status of your application until a final 
selection has been made.

Applications packages must be sent or delivered to:
Tracy W. Scott, SPHR
National Archives and Records Administration
Human Resources Services Division
8601 Adelphi Road, Room 1200
College Park, Maryland 20740-6001
Phone: 301-713-6760 ext. 282

APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO 
RECEIVE CONSIDERATION. 

NARA PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS TO 
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY 
PART OF THE APPLICATION AND HIRING PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT US. THE DECISION ON 
GRANTING REASONABLE ACCOMMODDATION WILL BE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS.

NARA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL 
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, 
SEX, DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION, OR MEMBERSHIP IN 
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
National Archives and Records Administration
PUBLIC NOTICE

VACANCY NUMBER: NPLN-00-13

OPENING DATE: MAY 15, 2000
CLOSING DATE: JUNE 6, 2000

POSITION: Archives Specialist, GS-1421-13 (1 position)

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: None

SALARY RANGE: $60,890 - $79,155

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent, Full-time

LOCATION: National Archives and Records Administration, Office of the Archivist, 
Policy and Planning Staff, College Park, MD
College Park is NARA?s headquarters site, a new, state-of-the-art building in 
suburban Maryland. Adjoining the campus of the University of Maryland, NARA?s 
building is located in a wooded area that offers both beauty and privacy yet 
has convenient access to urban amenities and to the Beltway. Pleasant working 
conditions, the latest in equipment, a full-service cafeteria, a fitness 
center, free parking, a jogging path, a childcare center ? NARA?s building has 
the kinds of features that attract new employees today. 

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: ALL SOURCES - Applications being accepted from the 
general public. U.S. citizenship is required. Current and former Federal 
employees, ICTAP eligibles, preference eligible veterans, and those eligible 
under a special appointing authority (such as Veterans Readjustment Act or 
Veterans Equal Opportunity Act) are also encouraged to apply.

SPECIAL NOTES: U.S. citizenship is required. This position is not in the AFGE 
bargaining unit. This position is not a supervisory position. Relocation 
expenses will not be authorized. More than one position may be filled through 
this announcement.

OUR MISSION: The National Archives and Records Administration, an independent 
Federal agency, is at the forefront in fields from document preservation to 
electronic records. Exciting developments in these fields, along with NARA?s 
growing leadership in information technologies, make it a vital and 
interesting place to work. By ensuring ready access to essential evidence 
(records from all three branches of the Federal Government that document the 
rights and entitlements of citizens, the actions for which Federal officials 
are accountable, and the national experience), NARA bears unique importance in 
a democratic system that depends upon the preservation and availability of 
such records.

At more than thirty sites across the country (regional archives and records 
services facilities, Presidential libraries, and three major buildings in the 
Washington, D.C., area), NARA safeguards and makes available millions of 
textual and non-textual records ranging from our Declaration of Independence 
and Constitution to a rapidly increasing number of modern electronic files.  
NARA each year welcomes to its exhibits nearly two million visitors and serves 
the needs of thousands of researchers. NARA assists Federal agencies in 
documenting their activities; publishes the Federal Register and other 
official documents; oversees Federal declassification policies; and makes 
grants supporting initiatives to document American history.

DUTIES: Serves as a team member in a variety of analytical studies of NARA?s 
policies, programs, operations, and processes, particularly in the area of 
strategic planning and implementation. Specific duties include: assists with 
coordinating NARA?s compliance with the Government Performance and Results 
Act; participates in the overall planning, direction, and development of 
NARA?s strategic and annual performance plans; tracks and evaluates agency 
performance on plan objectives, including refinement and use of NARA?s 
Performance Measurement and Reporting System; prepares report to the Congress, 
the Administration, and the public that communicate NARA?s strategic and 
annual performance goals and the progress made in those areas; analyzes and 
evaluates agency budget initiatives and information technology product plans, 
and integrating budges, IT projects, and annual performance plans; educates 
NARA staff about the agency?s planning processes; and analyzes proposed 
organizational changes and maintains the agency?s authorized staffing plan.

QUALIFICATIONS: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 
level in the Federal service is required. Specialized experience is experience 
directly related to the position that has equipped you with the particular 
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) to successfully perform the duties of 
the position. Typically, this would include experience in conducting 
analytical studies of policies, programs, operations, and processes, 
particularly in the area of strategic planning and implementation.
FEDERAL EMPLOYEES NOTE: Time-in-grade restrictions apply if applying under 
merit promotion procedures, which means to be eligible for the GS-13, you must 
have one year of Federal service in the same or related position as a GS-12.

ICTAP PRIORITY CONSIDERATION: In addition to one year of specialized 
experience, displaced employees who are well qualified may be eligible for 
priority consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance 
Program (ICTAP). Well qualified applicants are those who fully meet all 
qualification requirements and are able to satisfactorily perform the duties 
of the position upon entry. You must submit the following: RIF Separation 
Notice, evidence of full performance level of current position; most recent 
performance appraisal; and most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel 
Action, to verify reassignment eligibility.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: In addition to one year of specialized experience, if you 
served on active duty in the United States military and were separated under 
honorable conditions, you may be eligible for veterans preference. Veterans 
who are preference eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces 
under honorable condition after three years or more of continuous active 
service may apply. Most veterans who served in the Gulf War era (August 2, 
1990 through January 2, 1992) are eligible. Veterans who did not serve during 
this time, but whose service began after October 15, 1976, must have a 
campaign badge, expeditionary medal, or a service-connected disability to be a 
preference eligible. To claim 5-point veterans preference, submit a copy of 
your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other 
proof of eligibility. To claim 10-point veterans preference, submit a SF-15, 
Application for 10-point Veterans Preference, plus the documentation required 
by that form. For further details, call OPM at 912-757-3000 and select Federal 
Employment Topics, and then select Veterans, or visit the OPM VetGuide web 
site: www.opm.gov/employ/html/vetguide.htm.
Males over age 18 who were born after December 31, 1959, must have registered 
with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a 
Federal job.

EVALUATION OF CANDIDATES: If you meet the basic qualifications, an evaluation 
will be conducted to determine if you possess the following KSAs required for 
this position. This evaluation determines which candidates will be referred to 
the selecting official for final consideration. Therefore, you must submit a 
separate narrative statement for each KSA, explaining how your experience, 
education, training, self-development activities, appraisals, awards, etc. 
relates to the position. You will not be considered for the position if you do 
not address the following:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of archival, records, and information management 
principles, concepts, policies, and methods as applied to archival 
administration and/or records management sufficient to identify, 
understand, evaluate, and propose NARA policies and procedures.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of strategic and performance planning and the 
processes and procedures by which an organization measures and reports 
performance.
3. Demonstrated ability to plan, initiate, coordinate, and execute a variety 
of management studies or special projects of broad scope and complexity.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in 
writing, to staff, management officials, key constituents, the public, and 
others.

HOW TO APPLY: Along with your resume/application (see below for required 
information), submit the following documents that apply:
- Separate statement addressing the above KSAs. Please limit response to one 
page per KSA (MANDATORY)
- Copy of SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, to verify competitive 
status or reinstatement eligibility (applies to Federal employees only)
- Copy of most recent performance appraisal with an interim or final rating 
(applies to Federal employees only)
- Copy of DD-214 to verify preference eligibility (applies to veterans only)
- OPM Form 1386, Background Survey Questionnaire (Optional, but encouraged)
Current and former Federal employees who wish to be considered under both 
merit promotion and competitive procedures must submit two (2) complete 
applications. If only one (1) application is received, it will be considered 
under merit promotion procedures.
Your eligibility will be based solely on the application submitted. If your 
application does not contain all of the requested information, you may lose 
consideration for the job. Official Personnel Folders of internal candidates 
will not be reviewed to determine qualifications for the position. 

REQUIRED INFORMATION: You may apply by submitting ONE of the following: a 
resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612), Application for 
Federal Employment (SF-171), or any other written format you choose as long as 
it contains all required information. For application forms, visit the U.S. 
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) web site at www.usajobs.opm.gov, or call 
the Human Resources Office listed below. Although a standard application form 
is not required, we need certain information to evaluate your qualifications 
and determine if you meet legal requirements for Federal employment. Your 
application must include the following information:
JOB INFORMATION:
- Announcement number and the position title and grade(s)
PERSONAL INFORMATION:
- Your full name and social security number
- Mailing address (include zip code), day and evening phone numbers
- Country of citizenship (U.S. citizenship is required)
- Veterans' preference (if applicable; DD-214 is required)
- Highest Federal civilian grade held (if applicable - include job series and 
dates at that grade)
EDUCATION:
- Highest education level achieved. Specify: name of educational institution, 
city, state, zip code (if known), date or expected date (month/year) of 
completion of degree requirements, and type of degree received. Graduates of 
foreign universities must include proof of foreign education equivalency to an 
accredited U.S. college/university. Copy of college transcripts or list of 
college courses (if required, or applicable to the position).

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Paid and nonpaid work experience related to the position. For each period of 
work experience include:  
- Job title, series/grade (if Federal employment)
- Duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address (indicate if we may contact current supervisor)
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Starting and ending dates (month/year)
- Hours per week and salary. 
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Job-related training courses (title and year)
- Job-related skills (languages, typing speed, computer skills, tools, etc.)
- Job-related certificates/licenses (current), honors, awards, and special 
accomplishments (publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, 
leadership activities)

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Making a false statement in any part of your application may result in you 
not being hired; being fired after beginning work; or being fined or jailed.
- Use of postage paid official government envelopes to mail job applications 
is a violation of Federal regulations. Applications submitted via Government 
envelopes will not be accepted.
- Enrollment in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for payment of salary 
is required as a condition of employment for all new employees.
- In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3303, recommendations by a Senator or 
Representative may not be considered except as to the character or residence 
of the applicant.  
- Under NARA regulations, an employee whose current performance rating of 
record is below the fully successful level is not eligible for promotion.
- You will not be notified of the status of your application until a final 
selection has been made.

Applications packages must be sent or delivered to:
Tracy W. Scott, SPHR
National Archives and Records Administration
Human Resources Services Division
8601 Adelphi Road, Room 1200
College Park, Maryland 20740-6001
Phone: 301-713-6760 ext. 282

APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO 
RECEIVE CONSIDERATION. 

NARA PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS TO 
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY 
PART OF THE APPLICATION AND HIRING PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT US. THE DECISION ON 
GRANTING REASONABLE ACCOMMODDATION WILL BE ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS.

NARA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL 
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, 
SEX, DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION, OR MEMBERSHIP IN 
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION.