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**This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, HOW TO APPLY and NEXT STEPS sections below for instructions. Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient. One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-12 for GS-13) within the federal service, or comparable in difficulty and responsibility if outside the Federal service which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized Experience Is Defined As: Experience managing the complete lifecycle of large, complex projects from initiation through implementation to closure, using project management principles, methods and tools to accomplish project objectives and recommending solutions based on identified risks and value to the organization. Examples Of Specialized Experience Includes: Providing Project Management consulting support, and working independently and with a team of individuals on developing and implementing project management plans, including project charters, communication plans, risk management plans, change management plans, staffing management plans , work breakdown structures, and project schedules. **A current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred for this position and preference will be given to those in the selection process that possess this certification. Individual(s) selected from this vacancy who do not currently possess PMP certification are highly encouraged to seek certification.*** You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.