Job details
Salary $64,649 - $92,153 a year
Full job description
Duties
Summary
This position is located in the department of labor (dol), office of workers’ compensation programs (owcp), division of energy employees occupational illness compensation (deeoic), district office.
This position is inside the bargaining unit.
Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.
Salary will be set according to the location selected.
100% telework/remote work.
Responsibilities
Salary posted reflects base pay range for all locationsOnce the selection has been made, the salary will be set in accordance with the selectee`s location.
Duties: ensures that payments are processed accurately and in a timely manner in compliance with the deeoic fiscal policies and proceduresIdentifies deficiencies in paymentMaintains payment documentsReceives reports of non-receipt of compensation or medical bill paymentInitiates exception payment processing and assists with overpayment recoveryTracks surplus or offset balancesPosts cash receipts received in the deeoic district officeAnalyzes the compensation and bill payment systems operations to identify deficienciesServes as point of contact and coordinator for system problems and the implementation of associated system updatesServes as an advisorProvides input and feedback to national office staffIdentifies potential instances of fraud and/or abuse and reports these instances in accordance with proceduresPrimary contact for coordination between the district office and agency national office staff, internal auditors, and external contacts, e.gU.sTreasury, to identify and resolve payment problems within the unit or between organizationsAnalyzes operations and, develops procedures and processes to prevent internal fraud and abuseUses computer based information and tracking systems to identify and resolve problems and operational situationsPerforms other duties as assigned.
Travel required
Occasional travel - 5% travel for the purpose of training or meetings.
Supervisory status
No
Promotion potential
11 - this position is at the full-performance level (fpl) gs-11.
Job family (series)
0501 financial administration and program
Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
Must be at least 16 years old and a u.sCitizen.
Applicants must meet time-in-grade, time-after-competitive-appointment and qualifications requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the vacancy to be eligible for consideration for selection.
Federal employees please note: your sf-50 must include enough information to be able to determine that time-in-grade requirements have been met and reflects your position title, pay plan/series/grade, tenure and the type of appointment (i.eCompetitive/excepted)In some cases you may need to submit more than one sf-50.
Reference the `required documents` section for additional requirements.
Qualifications
In describing your experience, please be clear and specificWe will not make assumptions regarding your experience.
Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, gs-09, in the federal service.
Required specialized experience:
Ability to apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to problems, questions, and/or issues in the areas of fiscal operations and/or medical billing and coding.
In-depth knowledge and practical application of pertinent laws, rules, regulations, policies in relation to compensation payments, workers compensation benefits and/or medical billing and coding.
Experience evaluating the adequacy and accuracy of automated systems and manual payment methods in relation to the claims adjudication function.
Ability in resolving various payment and medical billing discrepancies, including those found by auditorsExperience in auditing and reviewing systems for fraudulent transactions.
Experience with developing and providing office training on fiscal/billing matters and the operations of the automated compensation payment systems.
Working knowledge of automated systems and computers and their operation is sufficient to apply analytical knowledge in a computer-assisted work environment.
Knowledge of and skills in the use of specific and other standardized software programs such as, but not limited to, word and excel.
Or
For gs-11 educational substitution must have:
Ph.dOr equivalent doctoral degree
Or
3 full years of progressively higher
Level graduate education leading to
Such a degree
Or
Ll.m., if related
Education
Any applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.
If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the united states and comparability to applicable minimum course work requirements for this positionClick evaluation of foreign education for more information.
Additional information
Position telework eligibility is determined by management based on position duties during the recruitment processEmployee participation in telework on a routine or situational basis is determined by management primarily based on business needsEmployees participating in telework are subject to the terms and conditions of the department of labor’s telework program.
Dol seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serveDol fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
Refer to these links for more information: general information, additional documentation, former federal employees
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation factors (competencies) - all qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:
Technical competence - uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one`s job; works with, understands, and evaluated technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
Customer service - anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customersDelivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
Computer skills - uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Attention to detail - is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Organizational awareness - knows the organization`s mission and functions, and how it’s social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the organization.
The information you provide may be verified by a review of your work experience and/or education, by checking references, and through other means (exInterview)Your evaluation may also include a review by an hr specialist or panel and may include other assessment tools (exInterview, structured interview, written test, work sample, etc.)The examining office of human resources (ohr) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratingsYour resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your vacancy question responsesIf not, the ohr may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume.
Click here for evaluation details.
Information for ctap[/ictap] eligible(s) only: if you are eligible for special priority selection under ctap [or ictap], you must be well-qualified for the position to receive considerationIctap/ctap eligible(s) will be considered `well-qualified` if they attain at least a rating score of (85) in a numerical rating schemeBe sure to review dol account eligibility questions #24 to reflect that you are applying as an ictap or ctap eligible and submit supporting documentation.
To preview questions please click here.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Not required
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and risk
High risk (hr)
Trust determination process
Suitability/fitness
Required documents
Required documents
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m(et) on the vacancy closing dateWarning: if you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will overwrite the 1st submissionAlso, do not upload password-protected documents.
The following documents are required from all applicants (please read carefully):
Are you a current or former federal employee? if applying as a status candidate with current or former federal service, please provide a copy of your last or most recent sf-50, `notification of personnel action” which shows your appointment eligibility for the position for which you are applyingYour sf-50 must identify the highest grade you held on a permanent basis, pay plan/pay schedule, series, and grade/pay band, and career statusMultiple sf-50 may be submitted to demonstrate your highest previous rate and eligibility.
Warning: an award sf-50 (exCash or time off award) may not indicate grade, step, and competitive statusFor current dol employees, an award sf-50 does not indicate grade and step.
- resumes are required - provide a resume either by creating one in usajobs or uploading one from your computer and usajobs profileTo receive full consideration for relevant and specialized experience, please list the month, year, and the number of work hours worked for the experience listed on your resumeWe also suggest that you preview the vacancy questions, and confirm that your resume supports your question responses.
Most recent performance appraisal/evaluation signed and dated within 18 months is requested by the agency, but will not disqualify candidates if not submittedIf not submitted during the application process, one may/will be requested at the time of the interview if the opportunity is extendedApplies to current and former federal employees.
The following documents are required if applicable:
- displaced employee placement documents - only required if requesting priority consideration under ictap/ctap eligibility.
- dd-214 - verifying military service, eligibility for consideration under the veterans employment opportunity act (veoa), and showing the character of discharge (exMember copy 4 and 2 are acceptable vsCopy 1 which is not acceptable to adjudicate veteran`s preference)
Special/non-competitive appointing authority documents
Applicants who are eligible for consideration, and wish to be considered, under one of the following non-competitive hiring authorities must submit appropriate documentation (click on the links below to see the documentation requirements): [hr to edit as necessary] (a) persons with severe disabilities (schedule a) (b) 30% or more compensable disabled veterans (dav) (c) former peace corps volunteers (pcv) or americorps vista volunteers or current or former peace corps employees (pce) (d) military spouses (misp) (e) veterans recruitment authority (vra) (f) other
Land management eligible(s): a copy of your most recent notification of personnel action (sf-50 or equivalent) proving your eligibility for appointment under the land management workforce flexibility actThis service must have been performed in the competitive service, under a time-limited appointment in a land management agency, as defined by p.l114-328For more information, click here.
Cover letters are not mandatory and will not be used to verify experience, but may be submitted.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current dol employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the e-verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
Unofficial transcript(s) (in english) - if you are using education as a basis for qualifying for this position, you must submit all applicable academic transcripts demonstrating that you meet the qualifying educational requirements (exBa/bs, ma, jd, ph.d., etc.)If specific coursework is required to qualify, you must supply an unofficial transcript from each academic institution in which the required courses were taken in order to receive credit.
You may upload your unofficial transcript(s) as one document (3 mb size limit)If over 3 mb, please submit via fax feature.
Note: the official transcript(s) must be received, if you are selected, and prior to receiving the firm offer with a start date.
Reference the “education section” for college transcript and evaluation of foreign education.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the u.sDepartment of education in order for it to be credited towards qualificationsTherefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the u.sDepartment of education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Benefits
Benefits
A career with the u.sGovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new windowlearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Help
This job is open to
Federal employees - competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Career transition (ctap, ictap, rpl)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a `surplus` or `displaced` employee.
Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Military spouses
Peace corps & americorps vista
Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Current/former federal employees with competitive status and reinstatement eligibles; veoa eligibles; ictap/ctap eligibles in the local commuting area; land and base management act eligibles; military spouse eligibles and peace corps eligiblesAlso advertised as job #de-21-phil-owcp-0065 for non-status applicants; to be considered for each, apply to both jobsThis is 100% telework/remote work.
