About the opportunity
This position is located in the Office of the Commissioner for Patents, Office of Patent Information Resources (OPIR), Automation Training Services Division (ATS). The role focuses on supporting the development and implementation of technology systems and information resources for Patents. The Training Specialist will develop training programs, curricula, and instructional materials for automation tools and business systems, monitor emerging instructional technologies, consult with stakeholders to assess training needs, and evaluate training effectiveness. The position requires on-site presence in Alexandria, Virginia, with potential for situational telework in accordance with agency policy.
Salary and benefits
- Federal salary range of $102,415 to $158,322 per year
- Situational telework eligibility
- Federal employee benefits package
Who can apply?
- Must meet OPM qualification requirements for Training Instruction Series 1712
- Must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11 for GS-12; GS-12 for GS-13)
- Must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System
Required documents
- Two-page resume (maximum 2 pages)
- Professional or Academic References (2-3, including current supervisor)
- SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (for current/former Federal employees)
- Veterans' Preference documentation (if applicable)
- Recent performance appraisal and incentive awards (if applicable)
- CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if applicable)
- Unofficial transcripts (if qualifying based on education)
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on September 23, 2026
How to apply
- Click the Apply Online button on the USAJOBS page
- Complete all required questionnaires and assessments
- Attach all necessary supporting documentation
- Submit the application package before the closing date
- Complete USA Hire Assessments if notified after submission
Additional information
- This is a Public Trust position with a moderate risk designation
- Relocation expenses are not authorized
- The position is non-bargaining unit
- Background investigation, including fingerprint and credit check, may be required
- The USPTO participates in E-Verify
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Professionals meeting OPM qualification requirements for the Training Instruction Series 1712 with a year of specialized experience at the next lower grade.
- Specialists skilled in developing curricula, instructional materials, and automation training programs for complex business systems.
- Candidates desiring a fully-funded federal training role in Alexandria, Virginia, with situational telework eligibility.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires on-site presence in Alexandria, Virginia, meaning relocation is necessary if not local, as relocation expenses are not authorized.
- Applicants must submit a strict two-page resume along with professional references.
- The position is designated as a moderate risk Public Trust role requiring fingerprint and credit checks.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role suits instructional designers and corporate trainers aiming to apply their technical training expertise to large-scale patent automation systems within a federal agency.
Our take
Experienced trainers local to the Alexandria area or willing to self-relocate should apply; applicants seeking permanent remote work will find this position unsuitable.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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