Temp+College+Hiring

The Philadelphia VA Regional Office is accepting complete applications for part-time temporary positions through the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP), under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). These temporary positions are limited to one year, and may be extended (cannot exceed September 30, 2010)

Duties: Handling basic calls from veterans and their dependents; reviewing benefit applications for accuracy; contacting applicants for supplemental claim information; entering data into VA specific systems databases; perform various clerical and administrative duties.

Who Can Apply: Applicants must be college students entering their Sophomore or Junior year (preferably within the Philadelphia commuting area) Applicants must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution, actively seeking a degree Must be a US Citizen Salary: GS-3 $12.50 per hour for selected students who completed 1 academic year (30 semester hours) GS-4 $14.03 per hour for selected students who completed 2 academic years (60 semester hours) (*after 6pm, 10% is added to the hourly rate) Work Schedule: This position requires a fixed schedule. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5 hours a day from 5pm to 10pm

How to Apply: Applicants need to complete and submit the following: 1. A resume or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612) found at [] The completed application must be sent to: VAVBAPHI/RO/HRImport by May 7th (walk-in applications will not be accepted)

The projected report date of those selected is the first week in June, but is subject to change based upon workload. Selection will be in accordance with all Federal hiring rules, regulations and policies. Placement is not guaranteed. At the time of selection consideration, applicants will need to provide proof of enrollment and college transcripts. As a condition of employment, selected applicants will be required to complete a background investigation.

Questions can be directed to either Nehdene Williams or Colleen McGarry at (215) 381-3025

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