Summary The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies through the Partnership for Public Service's Best Places to Work in the Federal Government Rankings! These Energy Industry Analyst (Electric & Pipeline) positions are located in the Office of Energy Market Regulation (OEMR). For more information visit: Office of Energy Market Regulation (OEMR) Responsibilities As a Energy Industry Analyst (Electric & Pipeline), some of your typical work assignments may include: At the GS-11: Performing analyses of moderately complex regulatory issues associated with filings for the purpose of identifying trends, problems, or deviations from pertinent regulatory requirements or Commission policies. Analyzing and reviewing a variety of conventional regulatory data and documents associated with the electric and pipeline utilities for matters within his/her designated area of responsibility. Developing recommendations to resolve issues for use by the team leader or supervisor; Communicates technical information orally and in writing. Fostering commitment, facilitating team spirit; working with others to achieve organizational goals At the GS-12: Performing analyses of complex regulatory issues associated with filings for the purpose of identifying trends, problems, or deviations from pertinent regulatory requirements or Commission policies. Analyzing and reviewing a variety of complex regulatory data and documents associated with the regulation of electric and pipeline utilities for matters within his/her designated area of responsibility. Developing recommendations to resolve issues; Communicating technical information orally and in writing. Fostering commitment, facilitating team spirit; working with others to achieve organizational goals Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must provide your SF-50 (see Required Documents section). A one-year probationary period may be required. A background investigation is required. This is a bargaining unit position (AFGE Local 421). Generally, male applicants must be registered with the Selective Service. If using education to qualify, you must submit transcripts. Relocation expenses will not be paid. If hired, you may be required to divest certain energy-related securities. Time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement unless you are (1) eligible for a special hiring authority OR (2) reinstatement eligible. You must meet qualification (experience and/or education) requirements by the closing date of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To view the eligibility and qualification requirements of a Energy Industry Analyst (Electric & Pipeline), GS-1101, please visit: Energy Industry Analyst Series, 1101 . For the GS-11: You can qualify based on your education, OR one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level, OR have a combination of education and experience. Specialized experience is defined as: Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience that involves evaluating moderately complex federal energy regulations and legislation, including the formulation of technical and policy recommendations. For the GS-12: You must have one full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 level. Specialized experience is defined as: experience that involves evaluating complex federal energy regulations and legislation, including the formulation of technical and policy recommendations. 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, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including any volunteer experience. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Education There is no education requirement for this position; therefore, transcripts are not required. Additional Information Our employees ranked FERC as a top 5 mid-size agency in Effective Leadership according to the Partnership for Public Service's Best Places to Work in the Federal Government! In addition, FERC was also ranked #1 in Work-Life Balance and we are proud to offer telework and workplace flexibilities in accordance with agency policy. The duty location of this position is Washington, DC. Agency employees are eligible for telework and other workplace flexibilities. Telework days and waiting periods for eligibility are determined when an employee enters on duty. When promotion potential is shown, future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval. If selected for this position, you will be required to: Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine your suitability for Federal employment. Have your Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choice. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. FERC also participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). For more information about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. Attend a mandatory ethics training. We are governed by the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Standards of Conduct, the criminal conflict of interest statutes, and FERC's supplemental ethics regulation, which specifically prohibits FERC employees from holding certain energy-related securities. To comply with these regulations and statutes, divestiture of these securities may be required after you begin employment. See 5 C.F.R. 2634-41; 18 U.S.C. 201-208; 5 C.F.R. 3401. If selected, you may also be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of appointment. Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
