FAQs
What are the primary duties of a Land Law Examiner?
The primary duties include collecting data on lands, oil and gas, mining, or minerals cases, ensuring the accuracy of applications or claims, maintaining data integrity, and drafting simple adjudication decisions on assigned cases.
What qualifications are required for this position?
To qualify for the GS-5 level, candidates must have three years of general experience or a bachelor's degree. For the GS-7 level, candidates need one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 or relevant graduate education.
Is U.S. Citizenship a requirement for this position?
Yes, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Can I hold a real estate license while working in this position?
No, you cannot hold an active real estate license, nor have stocks in firms with interests in Federal Lands.
Will there be a background check for this position?
Yes, appointment to this position is subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation.
Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?
Yes, this position is considered a career ladder opportunity, with the potential for non-competitive promotions based on performance and available work.
Can educational achievements substitute for experience requirements?
Yes, educational qualifications can substitute for the specialized experience required for certain grades, as detailed in the qualifications section.
Are relocation or recruitment incentives offered for this position?
Yes, this position is offering a Relocation/Recruitment Incentive of 20% of the annual salary, subject to eligibility criteria.
What does the evaluation process look like for applicants?
Applicants will be evaluated based on qualifications listed in the announcement, application materials, and responses to an online assessment which measures specific competencies.
Is there a probationary period associated with this position?
Yes, there may be a one-year probationary period for new employees.