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Department of Commerce U.S. Census Bureau Chicago Regional Office
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Summary This vacancy is for a Field Representative (FR) position supporting Special Census (SC) operations for Yorkville, IL.
Applicants selected will have their home as their Duty Station and will be required to travel throughout their local area.
Summary This vacancy is for a Field Representative (FR) position supporting Special Census (SC) operations for Yorkville, IL.
Applicants selected will have their home as their Duty Station and will be required to travel throughout their local area.
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/06/2026 to 04/02/2026
Salary $22.50 to - $22.50 per hour
Pay scale & grade AD 00
Location Few vacancies in the following location:
All of Kendall County, IL
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required 76% or greater - You will be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Temporary - This is a time-limited appointment with a 180 day not-to-exceed date. At any time, you may be extended or released at management discretion.
Work schedule Intermittent - Intermittent work means working less than full-time and without a regular work schedule.
Service Excepted
Promotion potential 00
Job family (Series) 0303 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Confidential
Drug test No
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure No
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number FLD-2026-0015-FRCG-SC-DE
Control number 860048000
This job is open to
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The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Veterans Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Clarification from the agency The Public: All U.S. Citizens who will have a physical residence within the area of consideration at the time of hire.
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Conducts interviews primarily in person (door to door) and when requested may conduct phone interviews to SC data as required within an assigned geographic area. Communicates with respondents, supervisors, and other persons as appropriate. Understands SC materials in order to explain the purpose of the SC, ask questions as worded on the questionnaire and enters accurate and complete information onto SC forms. Canvass and travel around an area in an organized manner to find and verify living quarters. Maintains personal payroll records that reflect hours worked, miles driven, and reimbursements for travel and communications claimed. Completes and attends in-person training.
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You must maintain a residence within the area of consideration, as listed in this announcement, that will serve as your duty station. You must be 18 years old. You must be a US Citizen. You must have good hearing and the ability to read small print. You must be in good physical condition to drive, climb stairs, and walk for extended periods. You will occasionally be required to lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs. You must be willing to work days, evenings, and weekends. You must be willing to work a varying number of hours per week. You must be willing to occasionally travel overnight for training and work assignments. You must have access to a vehicle (or public transportation) so that you can complete work throughout the assigned geographic area. You must establish and maintain a safe work environment in your residence. You must be willing to use all methods of communication (face to face, phone call, emails, letter, etc.). You must have access to a landline or mobile phone. You must be suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation. You must be registered for Selective Service at the time of hire, if applicable, (www.sss.gov). You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. A one or two-year trial period is required (dependent upon veterans status). This is a NON-BARGAINING unit position.
Qualifications
Applicants must have one year of general experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility as described below.
General experience is being progressively responsible in clerical, office, or other work that indicates the ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.
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2 years of education above high school. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for which both education and experience are acceptable. 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).
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information This is a time-limited appointment with a 180 day not-to-exceed date. At any time, you may be extended or released at management discretion. This position has a mixed-tour work schedule. A mixed-tour work schedule provides for periods of full-time, part-time, and/or intermittent work to accommodate fluctuating workloads. The candidate(s) selected for this position must sign an agreement outlining the conditions of employment prior to appointment.
You will be required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. You will also be REQUIRED TO SIGN AND CERTIFY THE ACCURACY OF ALL THE INFORMATION IN YOUR APPLICATION. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; or you may be fired after you begin to work; or you may be fined or jailed.
The following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment.
The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.
This is an open continuous announcement which allows applicants to apply up to the closing date of the announcement. The announcement will be used to fill anticipated vacancies across multiple locations. Selections may be made from certificates issued up to 3 months after the 1st cut-off date listed below. Contingent upon funding and space requirements, one or more vacancies may be filled at the locations listed in this announcement as they become available.
Applicants need to apply and/or update their applications by 11:59 pm ET at the close of each of the following cutoff dates to be considered by: 6/18/2025. This announcement may be amended to include additional cut-off dates within the 3- month period if needed, not later than 10 days prior to the additional cut-off date or the final selection date.
Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
EVALUATION CRITERIA: Candidates are evaluated on the extent and quality of their experience. To verify that you meet the qualifications for this position, we will review:
Your resume against the described general/specialized experience and/or education. Your other submitted documents. Your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire.
The best qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview.
Do NOT include the following types of information in your application:
Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. Click to see preview: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12903493
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Resume showing relevant experience; cover letter optional. Your resume must be 2 pages or less. We will not review the experience beyond page 2. Your resume must list your paid and non-paid education and work experience related to the position. For each work experience include job title, series/grade (if Federal employment), duties and accomplishments, employers name and address, supervisors name and address, starting and ending dates (month/year), hours per week, salary, and indicate if we may contact your current supervisor/employer. For work in the Federal service, please include the grade level for the position(s). Your resume will be used to validate your responses. Your resume should also indicate your citizenship and if you are registered with the Selective Service System if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Education Documentation, if applicable: Submit an unofficial transcript or a list of courses that includes the following information: name of accredited institution, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. Please refer to http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp for more information. Veterans Preference supporting documentation, if applicable: Examples include a DD-214, self-certification, or veteran preference eligibility letter. Retired re-employed annuitants, if applicable: You are required to submit an annuity statement if selected.
How to Apply
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Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 04/02/2026 To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
USAJOBS Help Center | How to see your application and job status to return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at http://www.usajobs.gov/ and click on "Applications." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application." Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online; however, if you are unable to apply online, please contact: Jeremie Crawford at 812-218-4042 or email at jeremie.s.crawford@census.gov.
Agency contact information
Jeremie Crawford
Phone 812-218-4042
Email jeremie.s.crawford@census.gov
Next steps You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov and clicking on "Applications." The status will be visible next to the corresponding positions. The four points of notification are:
Application Received or Application Incomplete; Minimum Qualification Requirement Met or Minimum Qualification Requirement Not Met; Referred or Not Referred; and Selected or Not Selected.
By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans preference, disability, etc.).
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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Resume showing relevant experience; cover letter optional. Your resume must be 2 pages or less. We will not review the experience beyond page 2. Your resume must list your paid and non-paid education and work experience related to the position. For each work experience include job title, series/grade (if Federal employment), duties and accomplishments, employers name and address, supervisors name and address, starting and ending dates (month/year), hours per week, salary, and indicate if we may contact your current supervisor/employer. For work in the Federal service, please include the grade level for the position(s). Your resume will be used to validate your responses. Your resume should also indicate your citizenship and if you are registered with the Selective Service System if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Education Documentation, if applicable: Submit an unofficial transcript or a list of courses that includes the following information: name of accredited institution, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. Please refer to http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/policy/ApplicationOfStds-04.asp for more information. Veterans Preference supporting documentation, if applicable: Examples include a DD-214, self-certification, or veteran preference eligibility letter. Retired re-employed annuitants, if applicable: You are required to submit an annuity statement if selected.
How to Apply
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Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 04/02/2026 To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
USAJOBS Help Center | How to see your application and job status to return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at http://www.usajobs.gov/ and click on "Applications." Click on the position title, and then select "Update Application." Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online; however, if you are unable to apply online, please contact: Jeremie Crawford at 812-218-4042 or email at jeremie.s.crawford@census.gov.
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Agency contact information
Jeremie Crawford
Phone 812-218-4042
Email jeremie.s.crawford@census.gov
Next steps You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov and clicking on "Applications." The status will be visible next to the corresponding positions. The four points of notification are:
Application Received or Application Incomplete; Minimum Qualification Requirement Met or Minimum Qualification Requirement Not Met; Referred or Not Referred; and Selected or Not Selected.
By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be terminated after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. You will be required to submit official documentation prior to appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, veterans preference, disability, etc.).
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Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Summary This vacancy is for a Field Representative (FR) position supporting Special Census (SC) operations for Yorkville, IL.
Applicants selected will have their home as their Duty Station and will be required to travel throughout their local area.
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates 03/06/2026 to 04/02/2026
Salary $22.50 to - $22.50 per hour
Pay scale & grade AD 00
Location Few vacancies in the following location:
All of Kendall County, IL
Remote job No
Telework eligible No
Travel Required 76% or greater - You will be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Appointment type Temporary - This is a time-limited appointment with a 180 day not-to-exceed date. At any time, you may be extended or released at management discretion.
Work schedule Intermittent - Intermittent work means working less than full-time and without a regular work schedule.
Service Excepted
Promotion potential 00
Job family (Series) 0303 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant
Supervisory status No
Security clearance Confidential
Drug test No
Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure No
Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number FLD-2026-0015-FRCG-SC-DE
Control number 860048000
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