Supervisory International Trade Analyst (Detail NTE 1-Year)

📍 Washington, District of Columbia · 🏛 U.S. International Trade Commission · 💰 $169,279–$197,200 per year · 🎓 GS 15 · 🧭 General Business And Industry (1101) · ⏳ Closes Nov 16, 2026 · 5 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 3, 2026
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About this job

The U.S. International Trade Commission is an independent Federal agency that provides the President and Congress with high-quality analysis and technical support on international trade, tariff and competitiveness issues; investigates and makes determinations in proceedings involving imports claimed to injure a domestic industry or violate U.S. intellectual property rights; and maintains the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Duties

This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission's (USITC) Office of Industry and Competitiveness Analysis (ICA). The incumbent will serve as a Supervisory International Trade Analyst responsible for establishing and overseeing the Commission's Foreign Competitiveness Analysis Program. The incumbent will have regular engagement with Commissioners, management, and staff across the Commission program in order to develop and manage this program. The incumbent is primarily responsible for implementing the Commission's mission by providing direction and leadership in the development and management of the Foreign Competitiveness Analysis Program. This program will be responsible for gathering information on global trade, regulatory, industrial, and economic policies, and other foreign actions that harm U.S. competitiveness; conducting preliminary investigations (as provided for in 19 U.S.C. 2482: Exercise of functions of International Trade Commission); and using collected information to develop a basis for the initiation of unfair trade, global safeguard, economic discrimination, and factfinding investigations. The incumbent works collaboratively with directors involved in investigative mission areas to develop, evaluate, and improve the policies and procedures for preliminary investigations and other information collection processes used to support a basis for initiating investigations. The incumbent will serve as a liaison between Commissioners and offices involved in investigative processes, communicating priorities, recommending program objectives, and coordinating the division of responsibilities within the Foreign Competitiveness Analysis Program. In addition the incumbent: Supervises and leads efforts by Foreign Competitiveness Analysis program staff to develop analytic tools, policies, and procedures to support the program's mission. Provides expert advice and counsel on priorities and options for USITC initiated investigation based upon latest qualitative and quantitative information about foreign actions harming U.S. competitiveness. Briefs senior-level officials of the Commission on program development, activities, and work products. Represents the agency in coordination with OGC and ER, when required, before other federal agencies and stakeholders for the purpose of securing cooperation, developing and negotiating cooperative agreements, and collaboration on special projects. Contributes to the setting of Commission and program research priorities with respect to foreign actions that harm U.S. competitiveness and solicits feedback as directed by the Commission Supervises and leads efforts by program staff to collect and estimate relevant and often sensitive data related to the program's mission areas, analyze, and publish periodic or special reports, and briefing materials; provide statistical data, information, and analysis on imports, exports, non-tariff measures, and production, as well as other international trade matters relating U.S. competitiveness. Keeps informed concerning the operation and effect of provisions relating to duties or other import restrictions of the United States contained in trade agreements entered into under the trade agreements program as provided for in 19 U.S.C. 2482.

Qualifications

You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position. To qualify for the GS-15, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal Service that includes: expertise in providing significant advice and having substantial interaction on or with Management and their staff on a diverse range of matters including, international trade, economics, legal analysis and budget issues. 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 volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Evaluations

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, and other characteristics): Experience performing data analysis Applying economic theory and industry information to perform empirical analysis Written and oral communication skills and abilities Performing work in a team environment BASIS OF RATING: The USA Hire Assessment includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. All qualified Non-Competitive applicants and the best qualified Merit Promotion applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Due weight shall be given to performance appraisals and awards in accordance with 5 CFR § 335.103(b)(3). To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Your experience is also evaluated using an assessment questionnaire, which is available at the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13108836

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/16/2026 to receive consideration. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. 3. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. 4. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. The Vacancy ID is 13108836

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Required documents

To receive consideration, you must complete the self-assessment questionnaire and submit the documentation specified below by 1. Resume: Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience(s) as it relates to this job opportunity. In order to fully evaluate your application and receive proper credit, your resume should include: (1) paid and non-paid experience, job title, dates held (month and year for qualifying purposes to receive credit), number of hours worked per week, and salary (2) knowledge of the subject matter and technical skills pertinent to this position; (3) specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work; and (4) names and phone numbers of your current and/or previous supervisor(s). Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the basic/specialized experience requirements as stated in this job opportunity announcement for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. 2. Occupational-assessment questionnaire: A completed job-specific questionnaire should be submitted through your Application Manager account. 3. Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles. You must submit the following documents: a copy of your agency notice; a copy of your most recent performance rating; and a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location 4. Cover Letter. This is optional. 5. Special hiring authority applicants. If you are applying under the special appointing authority such as those authorized for the severely disabled (Schedule A) or Vietnam era and disabled veterans (VRA), you will be asked to submit documents showing eligibility to non-competitively apply under Merit Assignment announcements. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking on your application. For more info on non-competitive appointments and supporting documents, please visit Federal Employment of People with Disabilities or Feds Hire Vets - Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans. 6. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) documentation: Must submit their Member Copy 4 DD-214(s), which includes Character of Service, 7. SF-50. Current and former federal employees must submit a copy of an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action," which documents your highest permanent grade/step/salary held. Award SF-50s typically don't contain your grade/step/salary. 8. Due Weight: Please submit 1) a copy of your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation and 2) a list of any awards (e.g. superior performance awards, special act or achievement awards, quality step increase, etc.) you received in the last 5 years. Any performance appraisal/evaluation and award 24 | Merit Promotion & Staffing Policy Personnel Handbook documentation you provide will be forwarded to the selecting official. The selecting official will review this documentation and give it due weight consideration during the overall selection process. If you do not have your most recent performance appraisal/evaluation, please submit a statement as to why it is not available. Please indicate if any prior performance appraisals/evaluations were at an acceptable level. 10. Performance Appraisal. If you are a current or former federal employee, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal dated within 18 months. If you do not have one, you must submit a statement.

What to expect next

Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the More Information link under the application status for this position. You will be notified up to four times during the hiring process: Upon receipt of your application Upon minimum qualifications determination After candidates have been referred to the hiring official Once a selection has been made

Other information

This position is a detail not-to-exceed one-year and can be extended for a total of five-years. This position may also be eligble for conversion into a competitive service appointment. Upon completion of your probationary or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Surplus or Displaced Federal Employees: The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs are available to federal employees that qualify. Those eligible for these programs are granted special priority selection rights. To be considered, you must be deemed well-qualified by receiving a score of 85 or higher. If you are a federal employee claiming CTAP/ICTAP, you must provide the documents listed under the Required Documents section to verify your eligibility. Also, you must indicate in your application that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible. For additional information regarding CTAP/ICTAP, please visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you are registered with the Selective Service or are exempt under Selective Service regulations. For additional information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/. Severely disabled persons program information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/hiring/ Cover page to fax paper application - OPM Form 1203fx: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/forms/opm1203fx.pdf Self-assessment questionnaire: : https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13108836 Vacancy ID number: MP-27-013-JLM Reasonable accommodations: This agency 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 contact listed on the vacancy announcement. The decision to grant a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. Verification of information: Any information claimed on your resume and in application materials, such as education, credentials, employment history, etc., will be verified as part of the security clearance process.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Supervisory International Trade Analyst (Detail NTE 1-Year) job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $169,279–$197,200 per year (GS 15).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 16, 2026 — 5 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia with the U.S. International Trade Commission.

How do I apply?

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