Trade Assistant/International Trade Specialist (Recent College Graduates)

This vacancy is to fill Trade Assistant and International Trade Specialist positions within the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, Industry & Analysis. Under Public Law 115-232, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2019, Section 1108, agencies may appoint eligible college graduates to competitive service positions without regard to rating, ranking, and veterans' preference provisions. If interested, you are encouraged to apply.

As an Trade Assistant/International Trade Specialist (Recent College Graduates), you will perform the following duties: Conducts research and analysis of trade data, economic conditions, industries, markets, and trade policies affecting U.S. industry. Develops reports, briefings, presentations, and other analytical products on international trade and industry issues. Supports trade promotion and policy initiatives addressing market access, trade barriers, exports, investment, and industry competitiveness. Advises and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on international trade and industry issues. Represents the organization in meetings, conferences, and other engagements involving U.S. industry, government agencies, and other stakeholders. Position Titles: The position is titled Trade Assistant at the GS-5 level and International Trade Specialist at the GS-7 level and above. The GS-5 through GS-9 positions are developmental positions within the career ladder. The full-performance level of the career ladder is GS-13. Movement to higher grade levels is subject to applicable time-in-grade requirements, performance, and management discretion. The major duties described above, reflect work performed at the full-performance level. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Trade Assistant/International Trade Specialist (Recent College Graduates) GS-1140-5/7/9, Full Performance Level (FPL) GS-13 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location or local commuting area with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. This position requires a SECRET CLEARANCE. You must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance. You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. A probationary period may be required. Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/). If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Bargaining Unit Position: No Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): No Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: will not be paid License required: No Drug Test Required: Yes, This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug testing thereafter. Qualifying Education Institution: Any of the educational institutions or curricula that have been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/