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Summary This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Deputy Director, Trust Services in Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job). The incumbents in these positions contribute to the mission of Real Estate Services. The incumbents in these positions report to the Chief, Division of Real Estate Services. This is an Open Continuous announcement. Applicant will be reviewed starting May 10, 2024 and May 24, 2024 and every two weeks thereafter. Responsibilities Consults beneficiaries, lessees, other landowners and interested parties about the process options, documentation, and other needs that may be associated with contracting and/or conveyance activities. The incumbent provides accurate, timely, and consistent trust asset information; responsive to inquiries and for reporting purposes. Researches, analyzes, and reviews complex or conflicting problems and issues (both conveyances and contracting) with realty policies, procedures, casework, appeals, title, and reports; provides findings and recommendations on problems/issues; provides guidance to Supervisor, BIA Regions/Agencies, and Tribal staff and landowners and beneficiaries. Collaborates and coordinates contract and conveyance transactions to ensure that the necessary clearances and procedures have been secured and completed (i.e., appraisals, NEPA, TSR, etc.). Implements requirements into realty policies and procedures as required. 4. Performs on-site inspections for compliance and field investigations involving, i.e., trespasses, encroachments, and natural resource damages, as needed to obtain factual data on a possible claim or develop an identified claim. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Realty Series, GS-1170 https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/realty-series-1170/ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: GS-12: Providing oversight to management of acquisition and disposal, trust and restricted property; authorizing appropriate distribution of funds; performing on-site inspections for compliance; recommending corrective action or changes needed; analyzing transactions including applications, land descriptions, appraisals, NEPA, TSR, and other clearances, to ensure compliance; consulting with beneficiaries, lessees, land owners and other interested parties about the contracting process, options, and other needs and documentation. GS-13: : Providing advice and technical guidance in the areas of land acquisition and management, reviewing lease requests and needs, developing housing strategies for Tribal landowners and governments, planning, coordinating, and managing lease projects and negotiating lease terms for lease acquisition projects, and resolving complicated problems and controversial issues related to real estate. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date. Education Additional Information All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2024 Salary Tables and select the pay chart for Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job). If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart. The full performance level of this position is GS-13. Promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. A career ladder promotion is at the discretion of management, and in no way guaranteed. CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp . LAND MANAGEMENT WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY ACT: If applying under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, you must provide documentation to support your eligibility (SF-50) and performance (references and/or performance appraisal). Under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) two groups of individuals are eligible to apply under this announcement: current and/or former employees serving or who have served under time-limited competitive appointments at land management agencies. Land Management Agencies include: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, and U.S. Forest Service. Current appointees: 1) must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency; 2) must have served under one or more time limited appointment(s) by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; AND 3) must have performed at an acceptable level during each period of service. Former appointees: 1) must have been hired under competitive examining procedures to a time limited appointment with a land management agency; 2) must have served under one or more time limited appointment(s) by a land management agency for a period totaling more than 24 months without a break in service of 2 or more years; 3) must have separated for reasons other than misconduct or performance; AND 4) must have performed at an acceptable level through the service period. SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY: Certain candidates may be eligible to apply under a special hiring authority including those for disabled individuals, Peace Corps employees, Foreign Service employees, veterans, etc. For more information, visit the following OPM websites: USAJOBS Information Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/; Vets Info Guide: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.