About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located in a Nebraska State Office in USDA/Rural Development (RD). The incumbent has responsibility for providing State-wide leadership, guidance and review in Community and/or Business Programs for the making and servicing of loans and grants for community facilities, public utilities, and/or businesses. THIS VACANCY IS OPEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF USDA, RURAL DEVELOPMENT ONLY.
QualificationsApplicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in Grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet the time in grade requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. GS-12 level: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS 11; or its non-Federal equivalent that demonstrates: Experience independently reviewing and making decisions on applications for commercial loans, municipal bonds, servicing a commercial/non-profit , and municipal loan portfolio, to include decision-making on liquidations.; performing financial and credit analysis of commercial concerns, reviewing and examining feasibility studies and business plan proposals based on business structures and economic factors. There is no education substitution for this grade level. NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements for the GS-1165 series set forth in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards by the closing date of the announcement. A copy is available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.ates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Major DutiesAs a technical expert, the incumbent is delegated responsibility for the development, management, coordination and administration of an assigned loan and grant program.Conducts evaluation reviews of State-wide performance to determine the effectiveness of the Community and/or Business Programs.Keeps informed of new polices and directives prepared by the National Office.As required, provides assistance to employees in the analysis of loan and grant applications.Prepares written loan approval determinations or recommendations for loan approval and submits to approving official as appropriate.Develops, implements and coordinates a broad and aggressive marketing and outreach program to support all assigned Programs.