USPSC - OTI Human Resources Specialist - M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-10-004

SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-10-211 ISSUANCE DATE: December 22, 2009 CLOSING DATE: January 12, 2010 5:00 p.m. EDT SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for an OTI Human Resources Specialist in Washington, DC. Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government (USG), represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as an OTI Human Resources Specialist under a personal services contract, as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed). NOTE: Submission of a resume in addition to the required forms is encouraged, but submission of a resume alone or in lieu of the OF-612 form IS NOT a complete application. All information to be evaluated must be contained in the OF-612 form and must not depend on references to your resume. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment. Supplemental document specifically addressing: Each of the Education/Experience requirements shown in the solicitation. Each of the five (5) Evaluation Factors shown in the solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned applications shall not be considered. These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to: GlobalCorps 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20045 E-Mail Address: hrspecialist@globalcorps.com Facs'mile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Lindsey Johnson, Mateyo Bonham, or Mary McCabe Telephone Number: (202) 661-9366, (202) 661-9381, or (202) 661-9367 E-Mail Address: hrspecialist@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facs'mile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Sincerely, Amanda Downing, Contracting Officer Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) OTI Human Resources Specialist 1. SOLICITATION NO.: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-10-004 2. ISSUANCE DATE: December 22, 2009 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: January, 12, 2010, 5:00 pm EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: OTI Human Resources Specialist 5. MARKET VALUE: This position has been designated as a - ladder position. The highest level of this position is a GS-12; however, this position will be filled at the entry level GS-11 equivalent level (Salary range: $60,989 - $79,280 per year, including locality pay), not at the GS-12 level. The actual salary of the successful candidate will be negotiated within the pay range of the GS-11 level depending on qualifications, previous relevant experience and work history, salary and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. Following at least two (2) years at the GS-11 equivalent grade the candidate may have the opportunity for advancement to the GS-12 equivalent grade. To be eligible for promotion to the GS-12 level, the incumbent must meet the minimum qualifications of the GS-12 grade, and receive an - Excellent performance rating in the annual performance evaluation. The evaluation must include a statement by the supervisor that the employee is performing successfully at the current grade and is considered ready to perform at the higher grade level. Neither advancement nor extension of the contract is guaranteed. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 year, with four one-year option periods. 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, DC 8. STATEMENT OF WORK POSITION DESCRIPTION Background The Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) was created in 1994 as a distinct operating unit within USAID to help local partners advance peace and democracy in priority conflict-prone countries. Seizing critical windows of opportunity, OTI works on the ground to provide fast, flexible, short-term assistance targeted at key transition needs. Countries experiencing a significant political transition in the midst of a disaster or emerging from civil conflict have unique needs that cannot be fully addressed by traditional disaster relief. Timely and effective assistance to promote and consolidate peaceful, democratic advances can make the difference between a successful or a failed transition. OTI assists in securing peace by aiding indigenous, mostly non-governmental, civil society and media organizations. OTI uses such mechanisms as support for re-integration of ex-combatants into civilian society; development of initiatives to promote national reconciliation; identification of quick-impact community self-help projects to meet urgent economic needs; and aid to independent media outlets and community-based organizations to help promote informed debate and broaden public participation. To respond quickly and effectively and meet its program objectives and mandate OTI retains a group of high level professionals and experts under personal services contracts (PSCs). These knowledgeable and skilled professionals make up the vast majority of the OTI work force and are at its forefront implementing and achieving the organization's programmatic goals and objectives. For more information about OTI and its country programs please see: http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/cross-cutting_programs/transition_initiatives/ Introduction DCHA/OTI's Operations and Management Division (OTI/OMD) in Washington provides OTI with an advanced level of operational and management support to help ensure ongoing and improved flexible, rapid response in political transition programming overseas. The Operations and Management Division is responsible for instituting and maintaining office-wide systems and processes, office practices and procedures, and the creation of an enhanced response capability through teamwork, responsiveness, fiscal responsibility, quality control, and customer service. The division supports a majority program-funded workforce in the areas of administrative support, financial management of OTI program funds, human resource assistance for program-funded personnel, information and technology operations and programmatic support for Washington and the field, and procurement tracking of OTI program-funded activities. OBJECTIVE The objective of this recruitment is to hire a Human Resources Specialist within OTI's Operations and Management Division (OMD). The OTI Human Resources Specialist position was developed to build dedicated capacity for executing human resources tasks in support of OTI's cadre of PSCs worldwide. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Human Resources Specialist will focus on providing human resources personnel support for U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) employees in OTI. The Human Resources Specialist reports directly to the Chief of OTI's Operations and Management Division and coordinates closely with OTI's Personnel Specialist and OTI's personnel support services provider. Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Chief of OTI's Operations and Management Division, coordinating closely with the Personnel Specialist/Operations, the Human Resources Specialist is responsible for: At the entry GS-11 Level: - Recruitment of USPSC staff: coordinate the recruitment process for all OTI USPSC positions to ensure timely hiring of new program staff, including: - Assisting in drafting and/or reviewing USPSC scopes of work (SOWs) in collaboration with the OMD Chief and the position supervisors, ensuring standard SOWs are filed and maintained, maintaining and/or updating OTI's standard minimum qualifications in collaboration with OTI's leadership; - Assisting in drafting market value memos for proposed grade levels for new positions, obtaining clearances and transmitting and tracking the memos to the Contracting Officer for approval; preparing memos to request DCHA authorization to recruit where appropriate, and requesting USAID/HR approval (through DCHA/AMS) on the proposed use of USPSC overseas positions in lieu of Foreign Service Officers; - Obtaining appropriate documentation for selection of individuals on a non-competitive basis where needed and transmitting completed requests to the OTI service provider in a timely manner; - Working closely with the supervisor and Personnel Specialist in monitoring and collaborating with the OTI service provider's process for development, review and issuance of public solicitations for competitive positions, managing a tracking system for all stages of the recruitment process, and assisting with the recruitment process where needed (e.g. developing interview questions, etc); - Tracking approvals of USPSC actions through OTI's budget and finance database TOMAS, and Agency systems; - New Employee Orientation: Manage the introductory orientation process for new OTI staff, including managing and updating OTI checklists for new staff (for Washington staff, Field Staff, surge staff, and others) and the - OTI Welcome Books, creating and maintaining initial orientation and training schedules for each new staff member, coordinating on necessary training scheduling with the OTI Training Specialist, and evaluating the process and following through with all new employees and host OTI staff to ensure their introduction and training in OTI was useful and productive; - New USPSC Contract Actions: Coordinate the review and processing of new USPSC employee contracts, including: Establishing the initial personnel file, ensuring that copies of key documents are included in the file (at a minimum: solicitation, application, selection memo, contract, medical and security clearances, emergency locator card). Collaborating with the OTI Personnel Specialist and the OTI service provider to ensure that needed contract actions are scheduled for action in a timely manner; Reviewing proposed contract language and budgets to ensure conformance to Federal and Agency regulations, compliance with Agency of office policies, and the accuracy, completeness and consistency of all contract language that is specific to the contract under review; Maintaining controls over the transmission of contract files between OTI and the Contracting Officer and between OTI and the OTI service provider; Working closely with the Personnel Specialist and OTI service provider to maintain a tracking system to track all stages of the USPSC contract issuance/modification process, helping to ensure that regular reports are provided to supervisors, managers, and the Senior Leadership Team on the status of actions in process. - Advise on Procurement Policy USPSCs: Serve as an OTI back-up point of contact on procurement policy as it relates to USPSCs, including maintaining and updating OTI's USPSC handbook, creating responses to - Frequently Asked Questions and coordinating closely with the Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA), the Sr. Management Advisor(s) and the Personnel Specialist; - Manage Staff Awards: Manage OTI's PSC recognition awards program, and provide advice and initiate or support activities related to employee morale-building and other retention and incentive-building activities; - Ensure procedures for OTI PSC employee relations matters are followed such as the proper and timely completion of employee evaluations by supervisors, the development of annual employee work objectives, the development of individual job requirements and individual development plans; - Manage Relationships with other USAID Offices/Bureaus: Establish and maintain good working relationships with other USAID offices and bureaus in relation to human resources and PSC issues; and participate on inter-office, inter-bureau, or inter-agency committees addressing USPSC issues. - Backstop and perform other representational duties: Backstop the OTI Personnel Specialist during absences from the office (e.g. obtaining required medical and security clearances for USPSC employees, tracking the preparation of documents in support of any new contracts, etc); If required serve as the backup Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) on the OTI service provider, and/or assume higher representational responsibilities; - Perform other HR-related projects as assigned by the supervisor as well as duties to help ensure the successful implementation of OTI programs, such as administrative, travel, information and technology, records management, other personnel and contractual support. At the GS-12 Level: Perform the same duties as the GS-11 level but with less supervision, greater decision-making authority, and greater independence of action. - Recruitment of USPSC staff: coordinate the recruitment process for all OTI USPSC positions to ensure timely hiring of new program staff, including: - Drafting and/or reviewing USPSC scopes of work (SOWs) in collaboration with the OMD Chief and the position supervisors, ensuring standard SOWs are filed and maintained, maintaining and/or updating OTI's standard minimum qualifications in collaboration with OTI's leadership; - Drafting market value memos for proposed grade levels for new positions, obtaining clearances and transmitting and tracking the memos to the Contracting Officer for approval; preparing memos to request DCHA authorization to recruit where appropriate, and requesting USAID/HR approval (through DCHA/AMS) on the proposed use of USPSC overseas positions in lieu of Foreign Service Officers; - Obtaining appropriate documentation for selection of individuals on a non-competitive basis where needed and transmitting completed requests to the OTI service provider in a timely manner; - Monitoring and collaborating with the OTI service provider's process for development, review and issuance of public solicitations for competitive positions, managing a tracking system for all stages of the recruitment process, and assisting with the recruitment process where needed (e.g. developing interview questions, etc); - Tracking approvals of USPSC actions through OTI's budget and finance database TOMAS, and Agency systems; - New Employee Orientation: Manage the introductory orientation process for new OTI staff, including managing and updating OTI checklists for new staff (for Washington staff, Field Staff, surge staff, and others) and the - OTI Welcome Books, creating and maintaining initial orientation and training schedules for each new staff member, coordinating on necessary training scheduling with the OTI Training Specialist, and evaluating the process and following through with all new employees and host OTI staff to ensure their introduction and training in OTI was useful and productive; - New USPSC Contract Actions: Coordinate the review and processing of new USPSC employee contracts, including: Establishing the initial personnel file, ensuring that copies of key documents are included in the file (at a minimum: solicitation, application, selection memo, contract, medical and security clearances, emergency locator card). Collaborating with the OTI Personnel Specialist and the OTI service provider to ensure that needed contract actions are scheduled for action in a timely manner; Reviewing proposed contract language and budgets to ensure conformance to Federal and Agency regulations, compliance with Agency of office policies, and the accuracy, completeness and consistency of all contract language that is specific to the contract under review; Maintaining controls over the transmission of contract files between OTI and the Contracting Officer and between OTI and the OTI service provider; Working closely with the Personnel Specialist and OTI service provider to maintain a tracking system to track all stages of the USPSC contract issuance/modification process, helping to ensure that regular reports are provided to supervisors, managers, and the Senior Leadership Team on the status of actions in process. - Act as an OTI Procurement Policy Advisor for USPSCs: Serve as an OTI point of contact and expert on procurement policy as it relates to USPSCs, including maintaining and updating OTI's USPSC handbook, creating responses to - Frequently Asked Questions and coordinating closely with the Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA), the Sr. Management Advisor(s) and the Personnel Specialist; - Manage Staff Awards: Manage OTI's PSC recognition awards program, and provide advice and initiate or support activities related to employee morale-building and other retention and incentive-building activities; - Ensure procedures for OTI PSC employee relations matters are followed such as the proper and timely completion of employee evaluations by supervisors, the development of annual employee work objectives, the development of individual job requirements and individual development plans; - Manage Relationships with other USAID Offices/Bureaus: Establish and maintain good working relationships with other USAID offices and bureaus in relation to human resources and PSC issues; and participate on inter-office, inter-bureau, or inter-agency committees addressing USPSC issues. - Backstop and perform other representational duties: Backstop the OTI Personnel Specialist during absences from the office (e.g. obtaining required medical and security clearances for USPSC employees, tracking the preparation of documents in support of any new contracts, etc); If required serve as the backup Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) on the OTI service provider, and/or assume higher representational responsibilities; - Perform other HR-related projects as assigned by the supervisor as well as duties to help ensure the successful implementation of OTI programs, such as administrative, travel, information and technology, records management, other personnel and contractual support. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Human Resources Specialist will take direction from and will report to the Chief - OTI Operations and Management Division (OMD) or his/her designee. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Supervisor will set specific work objectives. The employee and the supervisor together will develop deadlines, projects, and work to be accomplished. The incumbent is expected to take initiative and manage his/her tasks effectively. 10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands. If traveling overseas, the employee may be subject to some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds). 11. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in an office setting. If the employee travels overseas, the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions. 12. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained. 13. POINT OF CONTACT: See Cover Letter. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position. See detailed instructions for demonstrating Education/Experience under "Applying") The Human Resources Specialist must be an individual with sound judgment, excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills, and possess outstanding writing/editing skills. The successful candidate must have a strong interest in human resources, both in managing operational processes and in staff retention and staff wellness. The candidate must be able to accomplish a wide range of assignments, often on short notice, including performing a range of administrative functions (records management, general administrative assistance), and be willing to step in to help with any team task large or small to help ensure programmatic success. In order to be considered for the position a candidate must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below. Consideration and selection will be based on panel evaluation of the Required Skills and Selection Factors. Additionally, interviews and writing samples may be requested. Applicants must write a brief appendix to an OF-612 to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses each of the Minimum Qualifications for the GS-11 level and each of the Evaluative factors listed below. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the GS-11 equivalent will not be considered for award. At a minimum, the applicant must have: At the GS-11 Level: At a minimum, to be considered for the GS-11 level, the applicant must have: (1) A Bachelor's degree with four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience, of which two (2) years must include specialized experience in human resources, professional development, and/or personnel support, including a proven ability to independently manage all functional areas of human resources and to liaise effectively with both personnel and senior level managers on issues; OR A Master's degree in a related field such as human resources or personnel management, adult education or training, and two (2) years of specialized experience in human resources, professional development, and/or personnel support, including a proven ability to independently manage all functional areas of human resources and to liaise effectively with both personnel and senior level managers on issues; (2) At least six (6) months of experience related to human resources or personnel support services for a USG agency, an institutional contractor working for a USG agency, or a large international organization; (3) Experience drafting and proofreading position descriptions or scopes of work. (4) Computer proficiency in mainstream software applications including use of database systems, and a strong operational knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook. At the GS-12 Level: After at least two years at the GS-11 Level, the incumbent may be considered for advancement to the GS-12 level based on an excellent performance review by the supervisor, and based on meeting the minimum qualifications listed below: (1) A Bachelor's degree with six (6) years of progressively responsible work experience, of which two (2) years must include specialized experience in human resources, professional development, and/or personnel support, including a proven ability to independently manage all functional areas of human resources and to liaise effectively with both personnel and senior level managers on issues; OR A Master's degree in a related field such as human resources or personnel management, adult education or training, and four (4) years of specialized experience in human resources, professional development, and/or personnel support, including a proven ability to independently manage all functional areas of human resources and to liaise effectively with both personnel and senior level managers on issues; (2) At least two (2) years of experience related to human resources or personnel support services for a USG agency, an institutional contractor working for a USG agency, or a large international organization; (3) Experience drafting and proofreading position descriptions or scopes of work. (4) Computer proficiency in mainstream software applications including use of database systems, and a strong operational knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook. SELECTION FACTORS (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) Applicant is a U.S. Citizen; Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 submitted (see detailed instructions under "Applying"); Supplemental document specifically addressing how the candidate meets each of the Education/Experience requirements, AND each of the Evaluation Factors submitted; Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; Satisfactory verification of academic credentials. EVALUATION FACTORS (Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in comparison to other applicants. The factors are listed in priority order from highest to least.) Factor #1 Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of personnel management, with a focus on recruitment and hiring. Familiarity with contracting for personal services is highly desirable; Factor #2 Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a high level of detail, to balance competing demands on a short timeframe, and to manage time in relation to established work priorities; Factor #3 Demonstrated customer service ethic with a proven ability to research, respond to and meet a variety of customer needs on a rapid timeframe, with an ability to provide and receive constructive feedback (Describe customer service experience); Factor #4 Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including proficiency in editing and proofreading, problem solving, and strong organizational skills including an ability to develop and maintain systems that provide timely and accurate data. (note: applicants may be tested on their ability to draft and/or proofread position descriptions); and Factor #5 Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, tact and diplomacy. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who clearly meet the Education/Experience Requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. Applicants are required to address each of the Minimum Qualifications and Evaluation Factors on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to specifically address the Minimum Qualifications and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points: Factor #1 - 20 Factor #2 - 20 Factor #3 - 15 Factor #4 - 15 Factor #5 - 10 Total Possible - 80 Points Interview Performance - 20 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks - Pass/Fail (no points assigned) Total Possible Points: 100 APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Qualified individuals are required to submit: A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed) (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/formslibrary.do, or www.globalcorps.com). NOTE: Submission of a resume in addition to the required forms is encouraged, but submission of a resume alone or in lieu of the OF-612 form IS NOT a complete application. All information to be evaluated must be contained in the OF-612 form and must not depend on references to your resume. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment. All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the OF-612 or on supplemental OF-612 continuation sheets to allow for adequate evaluation of your direct and related experience. Experience that cannot be quantified will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements. Dates (months/years) and locations for all field experience must also be detailed. A supplemental document specifically addressing: Each of the Education/Experience requirements shown in the solicitation. Each of the five (5) Evaluation Factors shown in the solicitation. To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter. DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS Via mail: GlobalCorps, 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20045 Via facs'mile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Via email: hrspecialist@globalcorps.com Please note in your document submittal where you heard about this position. The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. OTI will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. NOTE: If a temporary or full secret security clearance is not obtained within four months, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003) http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/current/html/52_200_206.html#wp1137568 LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/main.do 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-1843). ** 3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or ** 4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). ** 5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). ** 6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). ** ** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENT...