K-Bar List Jobs: 24 Aug 2010
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1. Program Analyst (Policy) GS-0343-12/13 (Washington DC Metro Area, DC)
2. Secretary-GS-0318-7 (Denton, TX)
3. Information Technology Specialist GS-2210-12 (NYC, NY)
4. Financial Manager, GS-0505-13 (Sacramento, CA; Herndon, VA)
5. Program Analyst, GS-0343-12/13 (DC)
6. Program Specialist, GS-301, 12/13 (DC)
7. Regional Disability Integration Specialist GS-0301-12 (Oakland, CA)
8. Regional Disability Integration Specialist GS-0301-12 (Denver, CO)
9. Secretary GS-0318-07 Thomasville, GA
10. Supervisory Program Analyst, GS-0343-14 (DC)
11. Supervisory Program Specialist (COMS), GS-301-13 (Denton, TX)
12. Telecommunications Manager, GS-0391-15 (DC)
13. subject matter expertise in Strike Group level maritime operations (FL)
14. Junior Logistics Analyst (Secret) (Northern VA)
15. Truck Driver Helper - Top Secret – (DC)
16. Packer/Crater - Full Performance - Top Secret (DC)
17. Warehouseman - Developmental - Top Secret (DC)
18. Warehouseman - Full Performance - Top Secret (DC)
19. Expeditionary Communications Analysis/Technical Support (CONUS – CO) (TS)
20. Inventory Management and Property Control – Senior (DC)
21. Budget Analyst, GS-560-13 (Oakland, CA)
22. Emergency Management Specialist - GS-0301-14 (DC)
23. External Affairs Specialist (Stakeholder Relations)GS-12/13 (Denver, CO)
24. External Affairs Specialist (Stakeholder Relations)GS-12/13 (Boston, MA)
25. IT Specialist (Ft Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
26. IT Program Manager (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
27. Document Specialist (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
28. Data Clerk (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) ( (TS/SCI)
29. Systems Engineer- (Ft. Meade, VA/DC area) (TS/SCI)
30. SQL Sr. Database Administrator,(Ft. Belvoir, VA/ DC area) (TS/SCI)
31. MS System Administrator-(Ft. Belvoir, VA/DC area) (TS/SCI)
32. SharePoint Sr. System Administrator (Ft. Belvoir, VA/DC area)(TS/SCI)
33. Theater Resource Manager (TS/SCI) (Tampa, FL)
34. Corporate Controller, WA
35. Junior Program Manager (San Diego, CA)
36. Electronic Publishing Specialist - Developmental (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
37. Surge Logistics Support Officer - Developmental (DC)(TS Lifestyle) (DC)
38. Security and Law Enforcement Advisor (DC) (Secret)
39. Surge Logistics Support Officer - Senior (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
40. Surge Logistics Support Officer - Full Performance (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
41. Senior Communications Specialist- Andrews AFB
42. Junior to Mid Level Developer (Charlottesville, VA)
43. Senior/Lead Program EOD Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
44. Senior/Lead Weapons Technical Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
45. Senior/Lead Program Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
46. Operations Specialist (DC)(TS)
47. DIA - Doctrine/Policy Writer (Charlottesville, VA)
48. Reconsideration Analyst 1 (Jacksonville, FL)
49. Engineering Design Manager (Norfolk, VA)
50. Intelligence Watch Officer Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
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1. Job Title: Program Analyst (Policy) GS-0343-12/13 (Washington DC Metro Area, DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0157-DBV-376277DM
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, August 19, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The incumbent will serve as a Program Analyst in the Policy Division, providing support in the formulation, planning, and programmming of FEMA strategy, policy, plans and resources consistent with FEMA's Mission.
This position opportunity is also being advertised at the GS-09/11 grade levels. Please see vacancy announcement number MG-2010-T0157-DBV-376274DM for additional information.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the office of Policy and Program Analysis (OPPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Primary Purpose: The Office of Policy and Program Analysis provides advice and assistance to the Administrator of FEMA regarding the formulation, planning, and programming of FEMA strategy, policy, plans, and resources consistent with overall Agency, Department, and Homeland Security objectives.
Specific Duties:
• The incumbent serves as a Policy Advisor facilitating and managing a variety of high priority policies, designed to help achieve the FEMA mission. Responsible to manage, identify, oversee, coordinate, and monitor high priority policy and program initiatives.
• Conducts analyses of short and long term special policy studies, reviews and projects of high priority interest. Identifies potential issues that could impact the Agency now and into the future. Formulates policy recommendations to senior managers based on knowledge of current issues, research, and analysis. Analyzes and evaluates quantitative or qualitative effectiveness of program office operations in meeting established strategic policy goals and objectives.
• Employee participates in special policy studies, reviews, and projects of high priority interest such as identification of FEMA's strategic environment, identifying strategic drivers and their risk implications, etc. Such special studies impact substantially on the major program policy areas.
• Incumbent analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of program policies. Performs task related to special projects involving administrative and program issues. Researches and/or analyzes unstable or complex administrative, budgetary, and program issues.
• Manages special policy projects, and evaluates and coordinates planning issues as they relate to the organization and strategic implication of the final recommendation.
• Assesses proposed agency, department and administrative policies, and provides analysis as to possible alternatives, and provides recommendations to improve the programs based on findings.
• Assists with program and/or policy development and provides program oversight, including cross project and inter-office planning and coordinating.
• Provides advice and guidance to senior management staff on policy and strategic planning issues affecting the Agency and their risk implications for decision making purposes. Studies are of a substantial nature and could result in changes to strategic policy, procedures, or operations, and possibly funding.
• Prepares and delivers oral presentations to a variety of audiences within FEMA, the associated Regional offices, or other Departmental and Federal agency partners concerning program policies relating to present duties, responsibilities and leadership, and other areas specifically researched and analyzed.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as :
GS-0343-12: At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes planning, coordinating, and advising on policy issues including resolution of policy conflict within emergency management, internal and external partners; developing detailed procedures and guidelines to supplement established program guidance; manages special projects, and evaluates and coordinates planning issues as they relate to emergency management and strategic implication.
GS-0343-13: At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service evaluating strategic component plans to revise, develop or implement policies in accordance with Agency overall strategic plans; skilled in conducting analysis and short and long term special studies, utilizing qualitative and quantitative techniques to identify potential issues which may adversely impact the agency, proposes recommendations for an alternate policy course of action based on the impact of the analysis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to use the concepts and principles of program policy analysis, to evaluate strategies, missions, programs, processes, and policies in the context of an organizations overall mission and strategic environment.
2. Skill in simultaneously managing a variety of complex projects related to strategic policy program analysis and evaluation.
3. Ability to prepare and present complex policy information for a wide variety of internal and external audiences, including the highest levels of an organization’s leadership.
4. Knowledge of policy planning strategies used by Federal, State, Local, non-governmental organization, and the private sector.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12, and one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a Non -Critical Sensitive position. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG376277. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG376277
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Delores Valentine
Phone: (202)646-1351
Email: DELORES.VALENTINE@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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2. Job Title: Secretary-GS-0318-7 (Denton, TX)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91326-JES-376191D/M
SALARY RANGE: $41,002.00 - $53,307.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, August 19, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0318-07
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 07
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Denton, TX
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region 6 Office, National preparedness Division. The incumbent provides secretarial and administrative support to the Division Director and coordinates assigned program activities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Denton, TX
Organization: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region 6, National Preparedness Division, Denton, TX.
Primary Purpose: The incumbent provides secretarial and administrative support to the Division Director and coordinates assigned program activities.
Specific Duties:
Screens all incoming mail, correspondence items, all personal visitors, and telephone calls. On own initiative and discretion, determines which organization segments should handle technical mail and correspondence.
Manages correspondence operations for an organization with several subordinate levels.
Receives requests from other organizations.
Manages office operations for an organization with several subordinate levels.
Independently determines which staff members should attend meetings or represent the organization.
Systematically evaluates and improves office operations.
Controls the supervisor's calendar, schedule meetings and appointments.
Attends meetings, notes commitments made, informs staff of commitments, and arranges for staff to follow through on implementation.
Applies detailed knowledge of current program requirements.
Performs travel and time time and attendance duties.
Independently conducts research, evaluating and validating specific data.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and required formats.
2. Ability to operate word processing software.
3. Ability to apply judgment in coordinating the work of the supervisor's office.
4. Knowledge of travel and time and attendance regulations and procedures.
5. Knowledge of database and spread sheet software, such as MS Access and Excel.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-06 level for the GS-07.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Secret clearance level.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. Transcript as required
3. Complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirect to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/ , to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID MG376191. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire ,
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Step 2
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Qualifications
• Veterans Preference documentation
• Miscellaneous
Submitting Documents
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. Your documents will display under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special cover page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager. Or, you may click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number MG376191
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
• Not using the special cover page mentioned above.
• Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
• Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
Note: If you have documents in your Application Manager account from a previous vacancy announcement they can be opened, copied and saved then reused as an upload file for this vacancy. Uploading your documents will speed the processing of your application for this announcement.
Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or fax. Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:
Job Information:
-Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job-related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
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.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents may result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
John E. Stevian
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: JOHN.STEVIAN@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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3. Job Title: Information Technology Specialist GS-2210-12 (NYC, NY)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-80625-SEG-376262D/M
SALARY RANGE: $77,585.00 - $100,859.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 to Tuesday, August 31, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2210-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - New York City, NY
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region II, Mission Support Division. .
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - New York City, NY
***This vacancy announcement has been amended to note the change in security requirements. This position requires a Top Secret Clearance not a Public Trust***
Primary Purpose: This position is located in the Information Technology Branch of the Mission Support Division in Region II. The primary purpose of this position is to provide information technology support to Region II.
Specific Duties:
• Schedules and conducts special security studies, analyses, surveys, or review of IT systems to assure that appropriate levels of safeguards exist to protect against perceived threats. Plans and directs the development of security criteria and guidelines for users of IT systems.
• Serves as a technical expert on the planning and coordination of activities required to design, implement, and support operating systems through procurement and installation of appropriate systems software.
• Plans the installation of new local area networks (LANs) and complex modifications to existing ones. Recommends installation of new or modified LANs and components including communication lines, bridges, modems, multiplexes, computer hardware, and software. Ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data accessible on the LAN. Coordinates installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and fine tuning of the LAN and its components.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as skil in applying, advanced IT principles, concepts, methods, standards, and practices sufficient to accomplish assignments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to communicate effectively in a customer service environment.
2. Ability to communicate orally in performing administrative analysis work.
3. Ability to plan and execute work.
4. Knowledge of computer hardware/software technologies.
5. Ability to use microsoft hardware, software, LAN operating systems, and LAN-based application software.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
National Security: This is a National Security position that requires a background investigation. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that the employee satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA or other Federal departments or agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Résumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, August 31, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirect to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/ , to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID MG376262. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire ,
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Step 2
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Qualifications
• Veterans Preference documentation
• Miscellaneous
Submitting Documents
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. Your documents will display under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special cover page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager. Or, you may click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number MG376262
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
• Not using the special cover page mentioned above.
• Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
• Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
Note: If you have documents in your Application Manager account from a previous vacancy announcement they can be opened, copied and saved then reused as an upload file for this vacancy. Uploading your documents will speed the processing of your application for this announcement.
Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or fax. Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:
Job Information:
-Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job-related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
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.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents may result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Stacey E. Gray
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: STACEY.E.GRAY@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
P O Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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4. Job Title: Financial Manager, GS-0505-13 (Sacramento, CA; Herndon, VA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0183-LNG-376019D/M
SALARY RANGE: $89,033.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0505-13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Sacramento, CA; 1 vacancy - Herndon, VA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: Frequent travel is required (up to 75%). IMAT employees are subject to 24-hour on call work schedules in the event of an emergency and be willing to relocate to emergency sites with little notice. The teams deploy as soon as notified to respond and are on the scene within 12 hours. Once on-scene, the teams operate and function under intense physical and mental stress until the response mission is accomplished. This service will require irregular working hours which may be under austere filed environments that include: living and working in temporary facilities such as tents, warehouses, or other expediently established facilities, significant damage to critical infrastructure that prevents ready access to potable water (other than for drinking), other than basic medical care, and other routinely available services. Work may include duties other than those specified in the employee’s official position description to include the performance of manual labor to support the establishment of team facilities, subsistence of team members, and distribution of commodities to incident survivors.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Sacramento, CA; 1 vacancy - Herndon, VA
Organization: This position is located in one of the National Incident Management Assistance Teams (IMAT), Operations Division, Response Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The National IMATs rapidly deploy to assist State and local officials in managing large-scale, all-hazards (natural and man-made including Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) incidents.
Primary Purpose: Serves as the Financial Manager for the National IMAT during steady state providing financial administrative advice to management in support of team activities and assists the designated Disaster Comptroller in the Finance and Administrative Section of a field office when deployed.
Specific Duties:
• Establishes and maintains an integrated financial management system, including budgeting and managerial-financial reporting
• Tracks and/or monitors expenditures and identifies action that can be taken to ensure funds are available to achieve program goals.
• Serves as a Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR)
• Responsible for maintaining the micro-purchase card for the team.
• Managing a property management program for the team to maintain adequate inventory controls and accountability systems for all property under its control
• Monitors space planning efforts or lease agreements
• Develops a tracking system for Individual Development Plans, pre-requisite courses, mandatory courses and job specific training courses
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
To qualify at the GS-13: Specialized experience is described as experience in managing an Admin/Finance Section under the Incident Command System for a Presidential Declared Incident/Disaster at the Federal or State level. This includes the functional responsibilities of funds control, document control, contracting and acquisitions and managing a large staff in multiple offices and locations within a state or multiple states.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Mastery knowledge of and skill in allocating and obligating funds in accordance with Federal and State laws, rules and regulations in support of major disaster or emergency declarations.
2. Knowledge of the acquisition process sufficient or ensure acquisitions laws, regulations and policies are correctly applied
3.Expert experience applying Federal or State law, regulation and policy to ensure compliance with the standards financial operating procedures and systems of internal control.
4. Analyze financial proposals and recommend alternatives, create analytic work products such as: cost justifications, cost determinations, economic alternatives, cost/ benefits analysis, benchmarking, financial analysis, value analysis, or comparative analysis.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13 or (1) year is required at the GS-13 level for the GS-14.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG376019. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG376019
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience, you must provide and copy of your transcript.
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Loren N. Gibson
Phone: (202)646-4271
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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5. Job Title: Program Analyst, GS-0343-12/13 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0130-LNG-376068D/M
SALARY RANGE: $60,274.00 - $93,175.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• May be subject to 24 hr on call duty.
• Travel may be required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the Human Resources Management Branch, Business Management Division, Disaster Operations Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Primary Purpose: To analyze and resolve problems on human resources issues and to assess the productivity, effectiveness and efficiency of program operations.
Specific Duties: Collaborates with senior managers to integrate human resources management and strategies into the overall strategic objectives for the directorate. Develops appropriate interventions for senior management on significant human resources issues and concerns within the directorate. Provides authoritative advisory services to senior management on manpower requirements for new or modified operational missions and programs. Participates as a senior advisor in planning a workforce that is responsive to dynamic changes in mission and business practices.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
In order to qualify at theGS-12: applicant must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service performing special studies or projects identifying and proposing course of action or resolutions to senior management to integrate human resource management and strategies into the overall emergency management program planning direction; develops databases and metrics to pull historical data and run Ad Hoc reports to sufficiently plan, distribute, and justify human resource allocations based on position, staffing levels, and skill sets.
In order to qualify for the GS-13: Applicant must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is mastery of, and skilled in providing expert-level advise to senior management regarding complex human resource related issues and manpower requirements for new or modified operational missions and programs to successfully meet the Agency’s strategic plans and goals in relation to emergency management.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to provide HR advisory and technical assistance to management on substantive organizational issues.
2. Ability to monitor and analyze organizational and operative problems and develop solutions for improvement.
3. Ability to provide authoritative advisory services to senior management on manpower requirements for operational missions and programs.
4. Skill in written communications sufficient to present studies, reports, recommendations and solutions to a variety of operational and organizational issues and processes.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG376068. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG376068
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If you are qualifying based on education of a combination of education and experience, you must provide a copy of your transcript.
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Loren N. Gibson
Phone: (202)646-4271
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
6. Job Title: Program Specialist, GS-301, 12/13 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0182-LNG-375912D/M
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the Future Operations Section, Response Coordination Branch, Operations Division, Response Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Future Operations Section serves as a support element to the Regional and National Response Coordination Centers along with the activation teams, and FEMA senior leadership providing analysis of new and emerging threats (both natural and manmade) that present a potential for Federal support and/or assistance.
Primary Purpose: The incumbent of this position serves as a Program Specialist and is responsible for providing overall situational awareness for FEMA Leadership and Inter-Agency partners, using multiple types of outlook products, covering three to five to seven days, to steady state operations.
Specific Duties:
• Develops scope of operations against identified threats in future outlook products
• Analyzes existing plans and determines potential shortfalls in Federal support and recommends additions/changes to existing plans.
• Reviews After Action Reports/Lessons Learned from past events to capture"best practices" for use in development of Future Operations Section reporting productsParticipates in the development and contents for development of standard operating procedures, job aids, and other key operational doctrine.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
To qualify for the GS-12: Specialized experience is described as experience in conducting research and preparing various types of situation awareness outlook products and monitoring these products for efficiency and effectiveness in meeting established goals and objectives.
To qualify at the GS-13: Specialized experience is described as experience in providing situational awareness for a Federal, state or local entity by evaluating, analyzing and assessing the validity and reliability of collected data, and on the basis of the analysis, provide status reports, and develop potential courses of actions for better response operations necessary in future events.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: Experience working within emergency management response activity at the Federal, State or local level maintaining awareness of current operations such as weather, geologic, terrorism, fire, and/or other significant events.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying the concepts, theories, principles and practices of incident management and emergency response.
2. Ability to gather, analyze and synthesize information used to develop doctrine and policy for incident management.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of, and skill in analytical and evaluative methods and procedures in order to gather, assemble and analyze mission-critical information and draw conclusions/devise recommendations on courses of action used in the development of a detailed predictive forecast or outlook briefing/plan (incumbent will monitor various weather and potential incident-related websites and other credible sources of information on a daily, or more frequent basis).
4. Ability to interpret facts and analyze complex situations, relating to emerging incidents or events and to identify essential elements of information used to develop problem solving solutions.
5. Ability to communicate in writing sufficient to produce clearly written briefings, reports, procedures, operational plans, and correspondence that often deal with controversial or complex issues.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12 or (1) year required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Top Secret
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG375912. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG375912
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience, you must provide a copy of your transcript.
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Loren N. Gibson
Phone: (202)646-4271
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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7. Job Title: Regional Disability Integration Specialist GS-0301-12 (Oakland, CA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-201091448-LLN377489D/M
SALARY RANGE: $81,460.00 - $105,897.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Wednesday, September 01, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Oakland, CA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The Oakland, CA Regional Office of the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be moving to the Sacramento, CA Metropolitan Area in early 2012.
This position is located in the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region IX, Regional Office, Office of the Regional Administrator and receives support from the Regional Office of External Affairs.The Regional Disability Integration Specialist works closely under the guidance of the Director of the Office of Disability Integration and Coordination (ODIC).
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Oakland, CA
Organization: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region IX, Oakland CA, Office of the Regional Administrator.
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to prepare individuals and families and strengthening communities before, during and after a disaster by providing guidance, tools, methods and strategies to integrate and coordinate emergency management efforts to meet the needs of all citizens, including children and adults with disabilities and others with access and functional needs.
Specific Duties:
In collaboration with the the Regional Administrator and the ODIC participates in the following:
• Participates in developing and implementation of comprehensive procedures for managing the regional disability integration and coordination in disaster programs in accordance with Federal policy and guidelines.
• Participates in the developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) that are inclusive of the needs and requirements of people with physical, sensory, intellectual, cognitive and mental health disabilities to evaluate disaster programs and measures for providing equal access to persons with disabilities.
• Participates in developing and implementing policies and procedures for providing accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as Amended, the Rehabilitation Act, as Amended and other applicable laws.
• Participates in developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for disaster response and recovery personnel to use in accessing and fully integrating and coordinating the needs and requirements of persons with disabilities in disaster situations.
• Develops and implements strategies to coordinate and collaborate with regional video programming distributors, including broadcasters, cable operators, and satellite television services to ensure emergency information is accessible.
• Develop and implements strategies to assist States to ensure accessible transportation options for individuals with disabilities in the event of and evacuation.
• Provide guidance and implements policies to ensure that the right of individuals with disabilities regarding post-evacuation residency and relocation in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Ensures the needs of individuals with disabilities are address in accordance with Section 689 of the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 and Section 513 of the Homeland Security Act.
• Ensures the needs of individuals with disabilities are met and fully included in all components of the National Preparedness System established under section 644 of the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006.
• Participates in developing and implementing guidelines for assisting persons with disabilities during disaster in compliance with Federal policy and procedures.
• Conducts focus groups with individuals with and without disabilities to analyze and develop needs assessment and create fully inclusive comprehensive plans.
• Coordinates and collaborates with FEMA Office of Disability Integration and Coordination to evaluate progress and performance of FEMA's housing accessibility programs and other programmatic and communications requirements.
• Participates in developing and conducting presentations to FEMA staff and disaster field employees which specifically defines how to include persons with disabilities in emergency management program planning.
• Works in partnership with disability advocacy and service agencies and other community groups to sponsor events such as community forums, conferences, and public information sessions, which address the emergency and disaster needs and requirements of individuals with disabilities.
• Coordinate with ODIC and disseminate best practices and model evacuations plans for individuals with disabilities that are in compliance with policy and procedures.
• Coordinate the development and dissemination of training materials and curriculum regarding the needs of individuals with disabilities to Federal, State, local and Tribal government emergency response providers and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in preparing individuals and families and strengthening communities before, during and after a disaster by providing guidance, tools, methods and strategies to integrate and coordinate emergency management efforts to meet the needs of all citizens, including children and adults with disabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the regulations and directives, Code of Federal Regulations, United States Code and policies and procedures governing disability laws and policies and community disability integration initiative's..
2. Knowledge of the requirements and application of emergency management disability rights and other applicable laws, regulations, Executive Orders (specifically EO 13347), procedures, court decisions and community inclusion practices relevant to disability civil rights.
3. Demonstrated experience in working with and communicating to local, state and Federal officials.
4. Ability to communicate in writing.
5. Ability to communicate orally.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
DISABILITY: If you are eligible for appointment based on a disability under the Schedule A hiring authority, you must provide a certification of disability. The certification of disability can be documented in one of several ways: by a counselor at either the State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency or the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Service of the Department of Vetrerans Affairs: by a statement or letter on a physician/medical professionals letterhead stationary: or by statements, records, letters from a Federal Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits. The certification must verify the applicant has a severe disability and is therefore eligible under a Schedule A appointment authority, and he or she is able to perform the essential duties of the position. The certification must also describe any needed reasonable accommodation. You can also review additional information at: https://www.opm/disability/appempl.asp.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
If you are eligible for appointment based on a disability under the Schedule A hiring authority, you must provide a certification of disability. The certification of disability can be documented in one of several ways: by a counselor at either the State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency or the Vocational Rehabilitation and employment Service of the Department of Veterans Affairs; by a statement or letter on a physician/medical professionals letterhead stationary; or by statements, records or letters from a Federal Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits. the certification must verify the applicant has a severe disability and is therefore eligible under a Schedule A appointment authority, and he or she is able to perform the essential duties of the position. the certification must also describe any needed reasonable accommodation. You can review additional information at: https://www.opm.gov/disability/appempl.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, September 01, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG377489. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG377489
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Louise L. Noyes
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOUISE.NOYES@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
8. Job Title: Regional Disability Integration Specialist GS-0301-12 (Denver, CO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-201091423-LLN377538D/M
SALARY RANGE: $73,848.00 - $96,001.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Wednesday, September 01, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Denver, CO
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
This position is located in the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region VIII, Regional Office, Office of the Regional Administrator and receives support from the Regional Office of External Affairs.The Regional Disability Integration Specialist works closely under the guidance of the Director of the Office of Disability Integration and Coordination (ODIC).
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Denver, CO
Organization: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region VIII, Denver, CO, Office of the Regional Administrator.
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to prepare individuals and families and strengthening communities before, during and after a disaster by providing guidance, tools, methods and strategies to integrate and coordinate emergency management efforts to meet the needs of all citizens, including children and adults with disabilities and others with access and functional needs.
Specific Duties:
In collaboration with the the Regional Administrator and the ODIC participates in the following:
• Participates in developing and implementation of comprehensive procedures for managing the regional disability integration and coordination in disaster programs in accordance with Federal policy and guidelines.
• Participates in the developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) that are inclusive of the needs and requirements of people with physical, sensory, intellectual, cognitive and mental health disabilities to evaluate disaster programs and measures for providing equal access to persons with disabilities.
• Participates in developing and implementing policies and procedures for providing accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as Amended, the Rehabilitation Act, as Amended and other applicable laws.
• Participates in developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for disaster response and recovery personnel to use in accessing and fully integrating and coordinating the needs and requirements of persons with disabilities in disaster situations.
• Develops and implements strategies to coordinate and collaborate with regional video programming distributors, including broadcasters, cable operators, and satellite television services to ensure emergency information is accessible.
• Develop and implements strategies to assist States to ensure accessible transportation options for individuals with disabilities in the event of and evacuation.
• Provide guidance and implements policies to ensure that the right of individuals with disabilities regarding post-evacuation residency and relocation in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Ensures the needs of individuals with disabilities are address in accordance with Section 689 of the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 and Section 513 of the Homeland Security Act.
• Ensures the needs of individuals with disabilities are met and fully included in all components of the National Preparedness System established under section 644 of the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006.
• Participates in developing and implementing guidelines for assisting persons with disabilities during disaster in compliance with Federal policy and procedures.
• Conducts focus groups with individuals with and without disabilities to analyze and develop needs assessment and create fully inclusive comprehensive plans.
• Coordinates and collaborates with FEMA Office of Disability Integration and Coordination to evaluate progress and performance of FEMA's housing accessibility programs and other programmatic and communications requirements.
• Participates in developing and conducting presentations to FEMA staff and disaster field employees which specifically defines how to include persons with disabilities in emergency management program planning.
• Works in partnership with disability advocacy and service agencies and other community groups to sponsor events such as community forums, conferences, and public information sessions, which address the emergency and disaster needs and requirements of individuals with disabilities.
• Coordinate with ODIC and disseminate best practices and model evacuations plans for individuals with disabilities that are in compliance with policy and procedures.
• Coordinate the development and dissemination of training materials and curriculum regarding the needs of individuals with disabilities to Federal, State, local and Tribal government emergency response providers and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in preparing individuals and families and strengthening communities before, during and after a disaster by providing guidance, tools, methods and strategies to integrate and coordinate emergency management efforts to meet the needs of all citizens, including children and adults with disabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the regulations and directives, Code of Federal Regulations, United States Code and policies and procedures governing disability laws and policies and community disability integration initiative's..
2. Knowledge of the requirements and application of emergency management disability rights and other applicable laws, regulations, Executive Orders (specifically EO 13347), procedures, court decisions and community inclusion practices relevant to disability civil rights.
3. Demonstrated experience in working with and communicating to local, state and Federal officials.
4. Ability to communicate in writing.
5. Ability to communicate orally.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
DISABILITY: If you are eligible for appointment based on a disability under the Schedule A hiring authority, you must provide a certification of disability. The certification of disability can be documented in one of several ways: by a counselor at either the State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency or the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Service of the Department of Vetrerans Affairs: by a statement or letter on a physician/medical professionals letterhead stationary: or by statements, records, letters from a Federal Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits. The certification must verify the applicant has a severe disability and is therefore eligible under a Schedule A appointment authority, and he or she is able to perform the essential duties of the position. The certification must also describe any needed reasonable accommodation. You can also review additional information at: https://www.opm/disability/appempl.asp.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
If you are eligible for appointment based on a disability under the Schedule A hiring authority, you must provide a certification of disability. The certification of disability can be documented in one of several ways: by a counselor at either the State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency or the Vocational Rehabilitation and employment Service of the Department of Veterans Affairs; by a statement or letter on a physician/medical professionals letterhead stationary; or by statements, records or letters from a Federal Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits. the certification must verify the applicant has a severe disability and is therefore eligible under a Schedule A appointment authority, and he or she is able to perform the essential duties of the position. the certification must also describe any needed reasonable accommodation. You can review additional information at: https://www.opm.gov/disability/appempl.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, September 01, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG377538. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG377538
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Louise L. Noyes
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOUISE.NOYES@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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9. Job Title: Secretary GS-0318-07 Thomasville, GA
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0129-EVM-375741DE
SALARY RANGE: $38,790.00 - $50,431.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Wednesday, September 01, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0318-07
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Excepted Service Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 07
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Thomasville, GA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EXCEPTED SERVICE: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for a full-time position in the Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Detachment. MERS positions are in the Excepted Service. Employees will not acquire civil service status, but will have standard and optional benefits.
This position is designated as “emergency essential”. If selected, you are required to travel at a moment’s notice to various regional locations to provide, plan, operate and maintain tactical, mobile telecommunications, operations, and logistical support to Federal, State and local disaster response personnel and to support other emergency and special event operations.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• Travel is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government travel card.
• You must be sufficiently fit to perform physical labor.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Thomasville, GA
Organization: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Response Directorate, Disaster Emergency Communications Division, Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Detachment. The MERS Detachments provide mobile telecommunications, operations, logistical, and information processing support to Federal response personnel at special events and emergency/disaster field operations.
Primary Purpose: The incumbent performs the clerical and administrative functions required to support the detachment staff, 3 Branch level supervisors, and the MERS Chief.
Specific Duties:
• Screens calls and visitors to the MER's Chief's office, referring some to staff members and forwarding to the Chief the appropriate calls and visitors.
• Schedules appointments and makes commitments for the Chief to attend meetings, conferences, etc., without prior approval. Researches, develops, and consolidates materials required by the Chief or detachment staff for meetings/conferences.
• Establishes and maintains records and files in accordance with Agency guidelines. in addition as confidential assistant to the Chief, establishes and maintains confidential files for detachment employees.
• Reviews all incoming correspondence, determining proper action, and at times prepares answers before referring to the Detachment Chief. Maintains register of incoming and outgoing correspondence and action documents.
• Reviews outgoing correspondence and reports prepared by MERS staff members, ensuring accuracy, proper format, and grammatical correctness of content. Ascertains that all necessary coordination has been completed and is in accordance with established policy.
• Makes travel arrangements for the MERS Chief (hotel reservations, airline arrangements). Assists visitors and contract personnel in placing telephone calls, acquiring accomodations, and making travel arrangements.
• Obtains time and attendance records for the MER'S Chief office staff and detachment supervisors.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
GS-07: Applicant must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes establishing and maintaining a record and filing system in accordance with Agency guidelines; reviewing outgoing correspondence and reports prepared by emergency management staff ensuring accuracy, proper format, and grammatical correctness of content and in accordance with established policies; executes and maintains time and attendance records for emergency management staff.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
You will be evaluated in regards to the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of an organizations mission and activities, and their impact on the clerical and administrative functions.
2. Knowledge of organizational priorities, commitments,and procedures in line with program goals; in order to advise support staff on preparing administrative correspondence, and interpreting new instructions and procedures.
3. Knowledge of policies and procedures in order to establish and maintain a filing system.
4. Knowledge of time and attendance regulations/policies and procedures.
5. Skill in communicating orally advice and/or reccomendations to others on matters such as due dates, procedures, travel and pay.
6. Skill in the use of word processing equipment and standard software packages.
7. Ability to communicate in writing.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
This is a special sensitive position which requires an active/current Top Secret/SCI security clearance based on a Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). You must be capable of receiving and maintaining SCI access and must meet the requirements of DCID 6-4 and Executive Order 12968. Please visit the website at http://www.fas.org/irp/offdocs/dcid6-4/index.html for further details about the DCID requirements. Appointment to the position is subject to your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s license.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, September 01, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG375741. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG375741
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates should attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD 214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are on active military duty will not have a DD 214. Prior to appointment, we will verify your eligibility for veterans preference and that your military service was honorable.
To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that:
An honorable or general discharge is necessary.
Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans.
Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference.
When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume.
Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete for SF-15, Application for 10-Point Preference. The SF 15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Evette Minzie
Phone: (202)646-4660
Email: EVETTE.MINZIE@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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10. Job Title: Supervisory Program Analyst, GS-0343-14 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0070-MWD-376239D/M
SALARY RANGE: $105,211.00 - $136,771.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-14
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
This position is located in the immediate office of the Assistant Administrator for the Recovery Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency. Department of Homeland Security. Major duties performed by the incumbent include administering policies, procedures and responsibilities of the Directorate as they relate to the overall mission of FEMA. The incumbent provides expert program policy, procedural, and administrative advice to the Assistant Administrator and his/her immediate staff on a variety of issues related to the Directorate’s myriad of programs. The incumbent may be called upon to provide coordination and evaluation services to the Assistant Administrator and staff on a variety of topics related to the Directorate’s disaster assistance programs. As Executive Officer, the incumbent will supervise the Correspondance Unit for the Recovery Directorate.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Top Secret Security Investigation is required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the immediate office of the Assistant Administrator for the Recovery Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security.
Primary Purpose: This position will serve as the Executive Officer for the Assistant Administrator of the Recovery Directorate.
Specific Duties:
• Administers policies, procedures and responsibilities of the Directorate as they relate to the overall mission of FEMA.
• Provides expert program policy, procedural, and administrative advice to the Assistant Administrator and his/her immediate staff on a variety of issues related to the Directorate’s myriad of programs.
• Provides coordination and evaluation services to the Assistant Administrator and staff on a variety of topics related to the Directorate’s disaster assistance programs.
• Supervises the Correspondence Unit for the Recovery Directorate.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in analyzing and evaluating disaster recovery programs to provide recommendations on the planning and resource decisions to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of high visibility Federal, State and local recovery program capabilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of the complex interactions of Federal, State and Local nongovernmental programs that assist individuals, families and State and Local Governments to recover from disasters.
2. Ability to manage a diverse group of employees in a changing environment.
3. Ability to communicate information in writing.
4. Ability to gather and analyze information from stakeholders.
5. Ability to negotiate solutions to difficult problems.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-13 level for the GS-14.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: NATIONAL SECURITY: This is a National Security position that requires a Top Secret Clearance. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that the employee satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA or other Federal departments or agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Résumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirect to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/ , to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID MG376239. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire ,
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Step 2
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Qualifications
• Veterans Preference documentation
• Miscellaneous
Submitting Documents
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. Your documents will display under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special cover page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager. Or, you may click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number MG376239
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
• Not using the special cover page mentioned above.
• Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
• Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
Note: If you have documents in your Application Manager account from a previous vacancy announcement they can be opened, copied and saved then reused as an upload file for this vacancy. Uploading your documents will speed the processing of your application for this announcement.
Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or fax. Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:
Job Information:
-Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job-related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
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.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents may result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Mary Walsh-Davis
Phone: (202)212-2379
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: MARY.WALSH-DAVIS@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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11. Job Title: Supervisory Program Specialist (COMS), GS-301-13 (Denton, TX)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91400-SLC-377235COR
SALARY RANGE: $86,489.00 - $112,434.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Wednesday, August 25, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 2 years
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Denton, TX
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applicants Currently Living Within Local Commuting Area (50 miles) of Denton, TX
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The incumbent serves as a supervisor over a Contract Management Team in the NPSC Contract Oversight Management Section. The Contract Management Team is responsible for oversight of contracts and Inter-Agency Agreements with other Federal Agencies, which are executed in response to Presidentially declared disasters.
This position is being announced under FEMA's CORE Program (Cadre of on-call Response/Recovery employees). These positions are authorized under P.L. 93-288 to perform temporary disaster work and are funded from the Disaster Relief Fund. Appointments are excepted service, temporary appointments.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• This is a 2 year temporary appointment in the Excepted Service
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• You may be required serve a trial period of 1 year.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Denton, TX
Organization: This position is located in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Recovery Directorate, Individual Assistance Division, National Processing Service Center (NPSC) Operations Branch.
Primary Purpose: The incumbent serves as a supervisor over a Contract Management Team in the NPSC Contract Oversight Management Section. The Contract Management Team is responsible for oversight of contracts and Inter-Agency Agreements with other Federal Agencies, which are executed in response to Presidentially declared disasters.
Specific Duties:
• Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-9/11/12 level. Provides administrative and technical supervision necessary to accomplish the work of the unit. Based on the workload, the incumbent will restructure, reorient and recast immediate goals, objectives, plans, and schedules to meet substantial changes in workload.
• Evaluates work priorities, makes assignments, evaluates employee performance, resolves complaints, identifies training needs, recommends minor disciplinary actions and rewards and recommends improvements to work methods, and recommends staffing level changes.
• Provides technical oversight of various types of contracts in regards to program planning, requirements definition, contractual obligations and performance measurements.
• Serves as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the contracts and Inter-Agency Agreements (IAA). Serves as a subject matter expert to other CORs and provides technical advice on contract related issues. Interacts with FEMA Acquisitions and the Contracting Officer (CO) to discuss contractor deficiencies. Develops the contract Performance Work Statement (PWS) and modifications to enhance deliverables or address performance issues.
• Recommends changes and cost variations for contract task orders to ensure contract modifications are enacted as needed. Performs analysis of work deliverables and prepares written analyses as needed that relate to issues involving the impact of program initiatives.
• Provides oversight in preparing requirements and criteria for development or modification of contracts and Inter-Agency Agreements. Coordinates and manages a variety of highly complex and long-term contracts, entailing the coordination of efforts and the resolution of conflicting and controversial high profile issues with a number of parties both within and outside FEMA. Exercises definitive technical authority regarding audit issues and disputes and analyzes and recommends revisions to related regulations and policies.
• Ensures program policies and procedures are implemented correctly. Develops work instructions and standard operating procedures for subordinate staff. Develops projects management approach to operations for each task order and/or IAA execution.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. For GS-13 grade level, at least 1 year specialized experience must have been at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in interpreting and applying Federal contracting and acquisition regulations to manage contracts and ensure that work performed by contractors is in accordance with contract requirements.
In addition, because this is a supervisory position, candidates must have demonstrated in their work experience or training that they possess, or have the potential to develop, the qualities of successful supervision, such as:
• Assigning and reviewing work of subordinates, training and working effectively with subordinates from a variety of backgrounds and with different levels/areas of training;
• Producing the quality and quantity of work expected within set limits of cost and time;
• Developing improvements in or designing new work methods and procedures;
• Coordinating and integrating the work activities and resources of several organizational segments or of several different projects.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
TRIAL PERIOD: You may be required to serve a trial period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a Public Trust position that requires a background investigation. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation and the adjudication of the investigation. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination. Applicants for this position may be required to submit to a urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your application may be determined ineligible. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect our consideration of your application.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents, if applicable (Veterans Documents, SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action, CTAP/ICTAP documentation, non competitive appointing authority documents, transcripts, etc.) For more information, please see the Required Documents section below.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, August 25, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG377235. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG377235
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates should attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD 214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are on active military duty will not have a DD 214. Prior to appointment, we will verify your eligibility for veterans preference and that your military service was honorable.
To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that:
An honorable or general discharge is necessary.
Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans.
Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference.
When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume.
Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete for SF-15, Application for 10-Point Preference. The SF 15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Sherry Cook
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: SHERRY.COOK@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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12. Job Title: Telecommunications Manager, GS-0391-15 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0185-AOS-375216D/M
SALARY RANGE: $123,758.00 - $155,500.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to Thursday, September 02, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0391-15
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 15
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government travel card.
• Travel is required
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Response Directorate, Disaster Emergency Communications Division, Tactical Emergency Communications Branch.
Primary Purpose: The incumbent serves as the Tactical Emergency Communications Branch Chief. The Branch's mission is to develop and implement policies, doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures to establish and provide technical communications assistance to FEMA's stakeholders.
Specific Duties: The incumbent serves as the Chief and is responsible, through the direction of the Director of the Disaster Emergency Communications Division, for maintaining the readiness of all hazards response support equipment and personnel, planning and executing deployments, and allocating deployed resources to meet requirements at the scene.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in providing supervision, logistical and operational support over communication operating units, responding to rapidly changing comminications requirements, and oversees the maintenance of disaster emergency communications resources in a high state of readiness.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Skill in developing disaster emergency communications plans and policies for operational and tactical communications in support of disaster response requirements for missions such as evacuations, sheltering, search and rescue, emergency medical care and other critical missions.
2. Mastery knowledge of and skill in applying rapid implementation and state-of-the-art wire line and wireless telecommunications systems, information technologies, and other telecommunications transmission systems in order to resolve interoperability issues and to provide recommendations for further systems, component acquisitions and convergence strategies.
3. Mastery knowledge of and skill in applying performance characteristics of communications equipment, systems, services and transmission media.
4. Skill in translating user operational requirements into telecommunication system and network requirements in order to deliver services efficiently and effectively.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-14 level for the GS-15.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a special sensitive position which requires an active/current Top Secret/SCI security clearance based on a Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). You must be capable of receiving and maintaining SCI access and must meet the requirements of DCID 6-4 and Executive Order 12968. Please visit the website at http://www.fas.org/irp/offdocs/dcid6-4/index.html for further details about the DCID requirements. Appointment to the position is subject to your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, September 02, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG375216. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG375216
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience, you must provide a copy of your transcript.
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Evette Minzie
Phone: (202)646-4660
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: EVETTE.MINZIE@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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13. subject matter expertise in Strike Group level maritime operations (FL)
Novonics Corporation is seeking a highly motivated individual to function as part of a dynamic technical team in the development of advanced naval tactical simulation systems. Must have a strong background in maritime group operations and tactics. Must be a proven self-starter, articulate in both spoken and written language and be able to work in and focus the efforts of a multi-discipline technical team.
Tasking:
o Provide subject matter expertise in Strike Group level maritime operations including routine operations and threat response in air, surface and subsurface environments. A working knowledge of current Strike Group Tactics, Techniques and Procedures is required, as is familiarity with current Allied and US Navy Tactical Publications.
o Analyze Artificial Intelligent (AI) technology to maximize the Navy's synthetic training capabilities for stand-alone simulations. Solutions will permit the automating of intelligent JSAF BLUE Forces to demonstrate nuanced behaviors that support stand-alone SCC training without any supporting live BLUE Forces. Coordinate with Navy training commands to ensure simulation capabilities meet training requirements and end-user needs.
o Coordinate and participate in system test procedures to validate the realism of the synthetic models functional capabilities.
o Develop, with Navy acquisition commands, fielding plans for introduction of simulation capabilities into Fleet programs.
o Attend planning conferences and lead working groups.
Education: An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is required. Significant (10 years plus) work experience in US Navy maritime operations planning, to include associated schools and courses, may be substituted for the undergraduate degree.
Experience/Knowledge:
o 10 + years experience in US Navy Surface Warfare Operations is required.
o Qualification as Underway Officer of the deck, and Destroyer Squadron Watch Captain Fleet Tactical Action Officer (TAO) is required. Qualification as a Battle/Strike Group Watch Officer preferred.
o Experience with school house simulation systems .and Fleet Synthetic Training (FST) exercises and Joint Semi Automated Forces (JSAF) a decided plus.
o Experience with school house simulation systems.
o Knowledge of current Navy training methodologies.
o Excellent communication skills (written and oral) are required. Expert knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project.
o Must be able to obtain/maintain a "Secret" Security clearance.
Travel: May involve travel up to 30 percent of the time.
Location: This position is available at the Novonics Office in Orlando, FL. Qualified applicants should submit their resumes to the Novonics Web Site at the “Careers” tab. www.novonics.com
POC: Charles Frye, cfrye@novonics.com
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14. Subject: Junior Logistics Analyst (Secret) (Northern VA)
Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:28:17 -0400
Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Description:
Seeking a Junior Analyst who can grow into a strong consultant - experience with property systems is a plus. Strong analyst, great attitude and disposition, willing to work a task and grow in the firm, Smart go-getter - demonstrated superior academic achievement at a quality school. This is basically a very smart, outgoing person who is willing to learn and operates well in a client environment.
Qualifications:
At least a Secret Clearance
Supply Chain/Logistics or Junior Military Officer
3-5 years of experience
Must have at least a Bachelors Degree
Property Book experience is a plus
Any questions contact
Farad Hall
Hall_farad@ne.bah.com
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15. Subject: Opportunity - Truck Driver Helper - Top Secret – (DC)
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Truck Driver Helper - Top Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Truck-Driver-Helper-Full-Top-Secret-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: The Truck Driver Helper is responsible for loading and unloading trucks throughout the continental United States. They must hold a Class A driver's license, with endorsements, and be capable of operating a range of vehicles to include forklifts and other material handling equipment (MHE). Work includes driving MHE vehicles according to established safety standards; loading/unloading cargo (much of which is nonstandard and may include hazardous materials), priceless items, vehicles, and large bulk items. Positions at this level work independently. They operate MHE in a warehouse or outside environment.
Short Summary: The Truck Driver Helper is responsible for loading and unloading trucks within the Washington, D.C. area. They must hold a Class A driver's license, with endorsements, and be capable of operating a range of vehicles to include forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience in warehouse operations.
Education: Completion of high school or vocational school, a GED certificate, or the equivalent.
Special Certifications: Class A driver's license, with endorsements. Valid DOT medical physical for operating trucks. Forklift certification.
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Prepares cargo for loading or unloading:
- Receives local or nationwide trip assignment and manifest from section chief
- Performs safety inspection of vehicle and notes any needed repairs on vehicle condition report.
- Performs routine vehicle checks and tops off oil, antifreeze, and windshield fluids as required, as well as adjusting tire pressure.
- Assists with truck loading as necessary, ensuring that material is loaded in accordance with weight distribution guidelines and limitations.
Confirms that material loaded onto truck corresponds with manifest.
- Unloads truck using a variety of material handling equipment, as necessary, and professionally represents Logistics by providing excellent customer service.
- Perform ad hoc warehouseman duties such as loading/unloading trucks and moving materials between designated staging locations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of a range of vehicles and material handling equipment within the scope of the commercial Class A driver's license, with endorsements.
- Thorough knowledge of loading cargo vehicles to ensure that material is loaded in accordance with weight distribution guidelines and limitations.
- Thorough knowledge of the delivery of cargo to remote sites, airfields, docks, urban areas.
- Ability to obtain knowledge of Agency unique policies and regulations that pertain to the secure transportation of materials.
- Through knowledge of DOT regulations on transportation of hazardous materials.
- Thorough knowledge of loading dock and tractor-trailer safety procedures and requirements.
- Working knowledge of Windows-based computer applications.
- Ability to obtain a working understanding of the Working Capital Fund business operating structure.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure that the material delivered and/or picked up matches with what is documented on the cargo manifest.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance in accordance with Agency regulations.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Works independently with general supervision from first-line contractor supervisor.
Given: None. Mentors entry/developmental-level contractor truck driver helpers
Work Environment: Truck driver helpers may be required to work in a warehouse where they may be exposed to fumes from vehicles, noise, and dust. Truck driver helpers must be able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs and operate forklifts and other material handling equipment. Periodic use of computer terminals is required.
Tools used in this occupation: Materials handling equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks
Technology used in this occupation: Basic computer applications
William S. Murphy Jr., Ph.D., P.E.
President & CEO
Piton Science & Technology
2696 Linda Marie Drive
Oakton, VA 22124
murphyw@pitonscience.com
(703) 349-3879
Piton Science & Technology is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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16. Subject: Opportunity - Packer/Crater - Full Performance - Top Secret - Piton Science & Technology
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Packer/Crater - Full Performance - Top Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Packer-Crater-Full-Top-Secret-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: This is a full performance level position within the Packer/Crater occupational specialty. Full-performance packer/craters perform the full range of routine to moderately-complex packing and/or crating of various materials to include chillers, generators, boats, and vehicles for shipment domestically or overseas. Positions work under general supervision of contractor supervisor and may assist senior craters in the most complex packing and crating activities of oversized or fragile items.
Short Summary: Full-performance packer/craters perform the full range of routine to moderately-complex packing and/or crating of various materials to include chillers, generators, boats, and vehicles for shipment domestically or overseas.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Two years of packing and crating experience.
Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Special certifications: Must possess and maintain a forklift certification.
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Under general supervision from contractor supervisor, packs and/or crates various materials for shipment domestically or overseas using routine to moderately complex methods and procedures.
- Performs all established packing steps for a wide variety of standard to non-standard materials (i.e. chillers, generators, boats, and vehicles) to include, measuring boxes, weighing, cubing, banding, burlaping, and filling with instapack or other types of packing material as appropriate.
- Measures and cuts wood to build crates for shipping non-standard materials such as vault doors, small generators, communications equipment, etc.
- Determines the appropriate packing materials for crating.
- Prepares appropriate shipping documentation and labeling as required for surface and/or air transportation as appropriate.
2. Assists senior craters in the most complex crating activities that require non-standard/custom crates.
- Assists with blocking, bracing, and cushioning for delicate/fragile materials.
- Assists in designing and assembling crates to transport non-standard items to include but are not limited to boats, trucks/cars, delicate/fragile high value items, etc.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Performs routine, standard maintenance on machinery on an as needed basis, e.g. oiling, cleaning, filter changes, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Considerable knowledge of a full range of packing procedures.
- Considerable knowledge of carpentry techniques.
- Considerable knowledge of HAZMAT restrictions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to apply basic mathematical skills when measuring, weighing, etc.
- Ability to use power tools and machinery.
- Ability to operate a forklift
- Ability to work independently and responsibly in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to mentor junior employees.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Works under general supervision by first line supervisor.
Given: Provides technical guidance to less experienced craters.
Work Environment: Work may include exposure to drafts, noise, dust, strong odors, the operation of mechanical equipment (e.g. forklifts and motor vehicles); extended periods of standing, walking and bending; and lifting light to very heavy objects and equipment.
Tools used in this occupation: Full range of power and hand tools, Industrial carton making machine, banding machine, instapak machine
Technology used in this occupation: Basic computer applications
William S. Murphy Jr., Ph.D., P.E.
President & CEO
Piton Science & Technology
2696 Linda Marie Drive
Oakton, VA 22124
murphyw@pitonscience.com
(703) 349-3879
Piton Science & Technology is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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17. Subject: Opportunity - Warehouseman - Developmental - Top Secret - Piton Science & Technology
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Warehouseman - Developmental - Top Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Warehouseman-Developmental-Top-Secret-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: This is an developmental level position within the Warehouseman occupational specialty, with positions located at the Agency's warehouse facility. Warehousemen at the entry/developmental level work under close daily contractor supervision and are assigned to one of the following three warehouse work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, or Property Reutilization. Entry/developmental warehousemen are expected to develop a proficiency in the duties of that work unit. As the entry/developmental warehouseman develops his/her skills in one work area, he/she is given opportunities to cross-train in the other warehouse areas. Entry/developmental warehousemen are also trained to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Short Summary: Warehousemen at the developmental level work under close daily contractor supervision and are assigned to one of the following three warehouse work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, or Property Reutilization. Entry/developmental warehousemen are expected to develop a proficiency in the duties of that work unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: No prior work experience.
Education: Completion of high school or vocational school, a GED certificate, or the equivalent.
Special certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities: With substantial guidance, performs duties in one or two of the following work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, and Property Reutilization.
Dock Operations
1. Unloads materials.
- Unloads trucks by hand or by using material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, pallet jacks).
- Inspects material for damage.
- Reviews manifests, packing lists, and other documentation to ensure material is correctly addressed, labeled, and that the correct number of boxes is received.
2. Receives materials.
- X-rays incoming materials following warehouse guidelines on security inspections. Contacts Special Protective Staff regarding any suspicious materials received.
- Verifies contents of materials received against packing lists and vendor manifests.
- Updates the receiving database from manifests and packing lists.
- Resolves discrepancies by contacting vendors, customers, and/or shippers.
- Prints packing slips and labels and affixes to material.
- Segregates and stages material based on final disposition (i.e. packing, stock, or cross dock).
3. Loads cross dock materials.
- Using material handling equipment as required, loads materials onto trucks in accordance with weight distribution guidelines and limitations.
Stock Management
1. Fills orders/retrieve materials.
- Prints customer initiated pick tickets from the computer database and verifies the location of the item.
- Retrieves material utilizing material handling equipment as necessary.
- Updates stock inventory database to record that the order has been filled, entering the destination, number of pieces picked, etc.
- Prints packing slips and labels and affix to material.
- Moves material to appropriate transition point (i.e. packing or onward transportation).
2. Obtains materials from Dock Operations for storage.
- Updates stock inventory database, confirming stock number and allocation numbers.
- Determines if incoming material is for stock (inventoried) or bulk storage.
- Consolidates loose items whenever possible.
- Determines storage location based on size, stock number, and customer requirements.
- Tags material with location number.
- Places material in selected area, utilizing material handling equipment as necessary.
- Updates stock inventory database with material quantity and location.
3. Collects data for customer billing purposes.
- Determines total storage space occupied by individual customer.
- Consolidates materials to minimize costs to customer.
- Records space utilized per customer in stock inventory database.
4. Practices quality assurance.
- Conducts continuous inventories of all stock items.
- Inventories high dollar value items on a frequent basis.
- Verifies all stock activity (i.e. receipts and picks).
- Examines storage areas to ensure correct labeling and adherence to safety standards.
Property Reutilization
1. Reviews/approves property reutilization requests.
- Screens customer requests in the property reutilization database and approves them when the form is completely filled out.
- Verifies contents of materials received against the information in the property reutilization database.
- Separates materials for reuse, secure disposal, or recycling.
- Marks material designated for secure disposal and label items identified for reuse.
- Updates property reutilization database to reflect the final disposition (i.e. reuse, secure disposal, recycling).
- Forwards all material to security for inspection, regardless of final disposition.
2. Processes material determined for reuse:
- After material is returned following security inspection, loads material onto pallets; shrink wraps; documents; loads onto a trailer; and prepares manifest for shipment to GSA.
- Makes arrangements with Trucking Operations to deliver material to GSA.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
3. Processes materials to be disposed of securely:
- After material is returned following security inspection, destroys material by using either an industrial shredder or by disassembling the items to make them unrecognizable.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
4. Processes materials to be recycled:
- After material is returned following security inspection, weigh material and moves it to recycling staging area.
- Makes arrangements with recycling company to pick up material.
- Manifests material to be recycled.
- Loads and seals recycling truck and obtains driver's signature on manifest.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
5. The entry/developmental level warehouseman must also perform other duties as assigned, depending on surge and other requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to obtain a basic knowledge of Agency and Logistics policies and regulations that pertain to storage, shipping, and handling of materials (to include specialized materials.
- Ability to obtain a basic understanding of the Working Capital Fund business operating procedures.
- Basic knowledge of cover and how it pertains to warehouse operations.
- Some knowledge of Windows-based computer applications.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to operate various material handling equipment in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
- Ability to safely move material of various sizes and weights throughout the warehouse and onto and off trucks.
- Materials may include crates, furniture, electronics, HAZMAT, lumber, vehicles, 55-gallon drums, and military items.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to operate an industrial shredder in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in decision making and creative in problem solving (i.e. maximize space, handle the wide range of materials received, deal with multiple customers and priorities, and resolve inventory discrepancies.)
- Ability to read and understand manifests and other documents.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Close to general supervision is provided to the employee by a first-line contractor supervisor, with the employee exercising some judgment in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques.
Given: None.
Work Environment: Work is performed in a temperature-controlled warehouse on concrete floors where there is exposure to moving vehicles, fumes, noise, dust, and cramped spaces. Work involves a significant amount of standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 70 lbs). Frequent use of computer terminals is also required, as well as occasional work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Tools used in this occupation: Materials handling equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks
Technology used in this occupation: Basic computer applications
William S. Murphy Jr., Ph.D., P.E.
President & CEO
Piton Science & Technology
2696 Linda Marie Drive
Oakton, VA 22124
murphyw@pitonscience.com
(703) 349-3879
Piton Science & Technology is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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18. Subject: Opportunity - Warehouseman - Full Performance - Top Secret - Piton Science & Technology
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Warehouseman - Full Performance - Top Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Warehouseman-Full-Top-Secret-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: This is a full performance position within the Warehouseman occupational specialty with positions located at the Agency's warehouse facility. Warehousemen at the full-performance level are skilled in the use of material handling equipment and are cross-trained to work independently and proficiently in any of the following three warehouse work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, and Property Reutilization. The full performance warehouseman works independently, determining daily priorities with only general guidance. As surge requirements dictate, he/she is required to work as part of a team in any of the work units. Full-performance warehousemen are expected to mentor contractor entry/developmental warehousemen.
Short Summary: Warehousemen at the full-performance level are skilled in the use of material handling equipment and are cross-trained to work independently and proficiently in any of the following three warehouse work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, and Property Reutilization.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience in Agency warehouse operations or equivalent type of operation.
Education: Completion of high school or vocational school, a GED certificate or the equivalent.
Special certifications: Forklift certification. X-ray machine and Shredder operation approval.
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities: Independently performs duties in all of the following warehouse work units: Dock Operations, Stock Management, and Property Reutilization.
Dock Operations
1. Unloads materials.
- Unloads trucks by hand or by using material handling equipment (i.e. forklifts, pallet jacks).
- Inspects material for damage.
- Reviews manifests, packing lists, and other documentation to ensure material is correctly addressed, labeled, and that the correct number of boxes are received.
2. Receives materials.
- X-rays incoming materials following the warehouse guidelines on security inspections.
- Contacts Special Protective Staff regarding any suspicious materials received.
- Verifies contents of materials received against packing lists and vendor manifests.
- Updates the warehouse receiving database from manifests and packing lists.
- Resolves discrepancies by contacting vendors, customers, and/or shippers.
- Prints packing slips and labels and affix to material.
- Segregates and stages material based on final disposition (i.e. packing, stock, or cross dock).
3. Loads cross dock materials.
- Using material handling equipment as required, loads materials onto trucks in accordance with weight distribution guidelines and limitations.
Stock Management
1. Fills orders and retrieves materials.
- Prints customer initiated pick tickets from the computer database and verifies the location of the item.
- Retrieves material utilizing material handling equipment as necessary.
- Updates stock inventory database to record that the order has been filled, entering the destination, number of pieces picked, etc.
- Prints packing slips and labels and affix to materials.
- Moves material to appropriate transition point (i.e. packing or onward transportation).
2. Obtains materials from Dock Operations for storage.
- Updates stock inventory database, confirming stock and allocation numbers.
- Determines if incoming material is for stock (inventoried) or bulk storage.
- Consolidates loose items whenever possible.
- Determines storage location based on size, stock number, and customer requirements.
- Tags material with location number.
- Places material in selected area, utilizing material handling equipment as necessary.
- Updates stock inventory database with material quantity and location.
3. Collects data for customer billing purposes.
- Determines total storage space occupied by individual customer.
- Consolidates materials to minimize costs to customer.
- Records space utilized per customer in stock inventory database.
4. Practices quality assurance.
- Conducts continuous inventories of all stock items.
- Inventories high dollar value items on a frequent basis.
- Verifies all stock activity (i.e. receipts and picks).
- Examines storage areas to ensure correct labeling and adherence to safety standards.
Property Reutilization:
1. Reviews/approves property reutilization requests.
- Screens customer requests in the property reutilization database and approve them when the form is completely filled out.
- Verifies contents of materials received against the information in the property reutilization database.
- Separates materials for reuse, secure disposal, or recycling.
- Marks material designated for secure disposal and label items identified for reuse.
- Updates property reutilization database to reflect the final disposition (i.e. reuse, secure disposal, recycling).
- Forwards all material to security for inspection, regardless of final disposition.
2. Processes materials determined for reuse:
- After material is returned following security inspection, loads material onto pallets, shrink wraps, documents, loads onto a trailer, and manifests for shipment to GSA.
- Makes arrangements with warehouse Trucking Operations to deliver material to GSA.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
3. Processes materials to be disposed of securely:
- After material is returned following security inspection, destroys material by using either an industrial shredder or by disassembling the items to make them unrecognizable.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
4. Processes materials to be recycled:
- After material is returned following security inspection, weighs material and moves to recycling staging area.
- Makes arrangements with recycling company to pick up material.
- Manifests material to be recycled.
- Loads and seals recycling truck and obtain driver's signature on manifest.
- Updates the property reutilization database to reflect disposition.
5. The full-performance warehouseman also mentor contractor entry/developmental-level warehousemen and perform other duties as assigned, depending on surge and other warehouse requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to obtain considerable knowledge of Agency and Logistics policies and regulations that pertain to storage, shipping, and handling of various materials.
- Ability to obtain considerable knowledge of cover and how it pertains to warehouse operations.
- Working knowledge of Windows-based computer applications.
- Ability to obtain a working knowledge of Working Capital Fund business operating procedures.
- Good interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
- Ability to operate various material handling equipment in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
- Ability to safely move material of various sizes and weights throughout the warehouse and onto and of trucks. Materials may include crates, furniture, electronics, HAZMAT, lumber, vehicles, 55-gallon drums, and military items.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to operate an industrial shredder in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
- Ability to exercise good judgment in decision making and to be creative in problem solving (e.g. maximize space, handle the wide range of materials received, deal with multiple customers and priorities, and resolve inventory discrepancies).
- Ability to read and understand manifests and other documents.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance in accordance with Agency regulations.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Works independently with general supervision from first-line contractor supervisor.
Given: None.
Work Environment: Work is performed in a temperature controlled warehouse on concrete floors where there is exposure to moving vehicles, fumes, noise, dust, and cramped spaces. Work involves a significant amount of standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 70 lbs). Frequent use of computer terminals is also required, as well as occasional work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Tools used in this occupation: Materials handling equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks
Technology used in this occupation: Basic computer applications
William S. Murphy Jr., Ph.D., P.E.
President & CEO
Piton Science & Technology
2696 Linda Marie Drive
Oakton, VA 22124
murphyw@pitonscience.com
(703) 349-3879
Piton Science & Technology is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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19. A motivated company has a requirement for an Expeditionary Communications Analysis/Technical Support (CONUS – CO) (TS)
Duty location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Clearance: Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
Duration: Contract length
Qualifications: U.S. Citizen (required)
Availability: Immediately
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Position Description
Assist and provide analysis and support in managing expeditionary communications (e.g. combat communications, Theater Deployable Communications (TDC), OT&E Support to SATCOM and Deployable Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (DATCALS) for cyber activities. This includes coordinating or interacting with the 689th Combat Communications Wing and other organizations within and outside of AFSPC to support effective management of these functions under cyber. Assist the A6 in determining Air Force TDC equipment requirements for Air and Space Expeditionary Force (AEF) deployments. Provide MAJCOM OT&E support to Combat Communications SATCOM systems. Interface with designated SATCOM Terminal Program Offices and Lead Command to advocate for Expeditionary Communications. Provide MAJCOM OT&E support to Deployable Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (DATCALS). Provide technical support to AFSPC/A3 as DATCALS user/system affiliate, and the DATCALS Lead Command, Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA). Provide technical advice, services, and assistance to the A6 in response to staff taskings. Support A6 cyber requirements and suspense’s by drafting informational papers, point papers, slide presentations, and background papers. Coordinate and facilitate HQ AFSPC-sponsored meetings, working groups, and conferences. Attend MAJCOM Combat Communications, logistics, maintenance and Sustainment, Lead Command, technical interchange, audit meetings, and conferences to facilitate information gathering, develop and disseminate cyberspace expeditionary cyber network activities.
Specific Requirements
Experience with expeditionary communications (e.g. combat communications, Theater Deployable Communications (TDC) OR
Experience with OT&E Support to SATCOM and Deployable Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (DATCALS)
Knowledge and understanding of cyberspace systems and missions (to include cyber network attack, network exploitation, network defense, network operations and persistent cyberspace awareness situational awareness capability areas Willingness to travel
Excellent communications skills
Demonstrated experience with oral presentations and expertise with PowerPoint presentations
Educational Requirements
N/A
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20. Subject: Opportunity - Inventory Management and Property Control - Senior - Top Secret - Piton Science & Technology
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Inventory Management and Property Control - Senior - Top Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Inventory-Propoerty-Senior-Top-Secret-PST@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: This is a senior level position work within the Inventory Management occupational specialty with officers generally located in various Directorates, Components and Staffs throughout the Agency, to include Headquarters and other Domestic locations. At the senior level, incumbents work independently with broad lateral guidance and are responsible for overseeing the overall inventory management of accountable property provided to the customer. Incumbents may supervise other contractors assigned to the same work unit. Duties include, overseeing the administration and control for accountable property. Create hard copy documentation for addition, adjustment and deletion of property for signature of accountable officer. The incumbent will prepare, issue and update hand receipts, conduct at least an annual inventory and document those findings to the office of assignment, assist with the purchase of materials and services; direct the complete process for transporting people and goods; oversee materials management within area of assignment; coordinate and plan facility services; manage funding issues and personnel resources; and administer all elements of multi-faceted programs. Based on assignment, incumbents may serve as a first-line contractor supervisor or team leader, overseeing, directing, guiding, prioritizing and delegating work assignments for other contractors on the team. Based on assignments, incumbents may provide assistance to the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative.
Short Summary: Duties include monitoring the administration and control for the purchase of materials and services; directing the complete process for transporting people and goods; monitoring materials management within area of assignment; coordinating and planning facility services; tracking cost issues and personnel resources; and administering all elements of multi-faceted programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Successful completion of progressively responsible work experience comparable at the four years full performance level in Inventory Management or a related Logistical assignment.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Special Certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Inventory Management Property Control discipline is highly diverse and are described below are dependent on the office of assignment.
- Work with management to document procedures for office of assignment. This may include briefing procedures to component audiences.
- Make recommendations for assignment of Responsible Officers (RO's)
- Create RO's Delegation Memo, ensure it gets signed, maintain files
- Provide RO's with role and responsibility information: classes, connectivity to property system, etc.
- Assist RO's with inventories, discrepancies.
- Monitor property system to ensure hand receipts are updated, inventories are being done, entries are consistent, look for duplicate entries
- Maintain document files.
- Input new entries
- Input decreases
- Sanitize equipment, remove media and drives
- Coordinate with security/ISM/ADP, type Property Turn Ins or PTIs
- Degauss hard drives and destroy other media in a secure means.
- Monitor cables for shipments/movements of accountable property. Take action when needed. Write cables.
- Make updates in Property system when property changes location.
- Provide assistance in the absence of the RO's.
- Keep Property system information up to date: CMR tables, RO info, system users, etc.
- Provide reports to management as required. Prepare the annual report for all Component accounts.
- Coordinate with other offices as needed to reconcile discrepancies.
- Research discrepancies, lost and found property.
- Provide assistance to employees or other contractors or refer them to appropriate offices: i.e. hand carrying equipment overseas, shipping equipment, use of equipment etc.
- Ensure that Office property is being managed within regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to become familiar with Agency and Logistics processes, policies, regulations, and unique authorities.
- Extensive knowledge of general logisitical policies and procedures.
- Extensive knowledge of overall logistic processes, policies, and regulations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use various databases and applications independently (e.g., procurement databases)
- Ability to comprehend the implications of process, policies and regulations against requirements.
- Ability to work independently and responsibly.
- Ability to establish a new network of professional working relationships with customers, colleagues, and service providers, while further developing existing networks.
- Ability to make decisions and solve complex problems effectively and independently.
- Ability to anticipate customer needs and requirements.
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage resources.
- Ability to motivate, advise, and develop subordinates.
- Ability to develop self and mentor other contractors, and ability to effectively manage and lead other contractors.
- Ability to implement higher level organizational goals and track budgets.
- Ability to identify alternative solutions.
- Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds.
- Working knowledge of Project Management concepts and principles.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Works independently; receives broad lateral guidance from contractor supervisor and receives tasking from contract manager within area of assignment.
Given: May provide first-line supervision or team lead guidance to other contractors.
Work Environment: Depending on assignment, work is primarily performed in an office environment and may including conditions vary from an office environment where work is primarily sedentary to environments where extensive standing and/or walking; bending; lifting light to heavy objects or being exposed to noise, dust, dirt, etc. is expected.
Tools used in this occupation: General office equipment, office moving equipment, forklifts, hand tools.
Technology used in this occupation: Word, Excel, Access, Internet, various internal databases and systems to request services, travel and complete accounting.
William S. Murphy Jr., Ph.D., P.E.
President & CEO
Piton Science & Technology
2696 Linda Marie Drive
Oakton, VA 22124
murphyw@pitonscience.com
(703) 349-3879
Piton Science & Technology is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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21. Job Title: Budget Analyst, GS-560-13 (Oakland, CA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-80493-SLC-378231D/M
SALARY RANGE: $96,867.00 - $125,926.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, August 20, 2010 to Friday, September 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0560-13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Oakland, CA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The Oakland, CA Regional Office of the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be moving to the Sacramento, CA Metropolitan Area in early 2012.
The Budget Analyst performs various budget functions involving the formulation, justification, and/or execution of budgets for organizations, programs, or projects.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Oakland, CA
Organization: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Region IX, Mission Support Division, Administrative Services Branch.
Primary Purpose: This work requires knowledge and skill in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods and techniques of budgeting.
Specific Duties:
Serves as the Lead Budget Analyst (Budget Coordinator) for the Region.
Responsible for the program planning, budget and execution of funding.
Performs a wide range of administrative, technical, and analytical duties in the formulation, presentation, defense, and execution of the Regional budget.
Plans, organizes, and carries out annual multi-year budgeting projects pertaining to major regional initiatives.
Provides expert advice on all phases of budgeting to program managers and other senior management officials.
Advises and assists managers in preparing, documenting, and submitting detailed budget estimates. Ensures compliance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulatory guidelines/processes.
Gathers, compares and correlates prior year and current year expenditures and conducts trend analyses to establish baseline budgetary data for inclusion in the budget estimating process. Makes recommendations as to future year program levels and funding sources.
Responds to queries from project managers, Contracting Officer Representatives, private contractors, and others relative to problems, status, and questions involving contracts issued in support of the mission.
Submits reports to higher headquarters on status of contractor support provided to the organization to include contractor, contract number, funding and work years.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. For GS-13 grade level, at least 1 year specialized experience must have been at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience for this position is described as experience in performing various budget functions involving the formulation, justification, and/or execution of budgets for organizations, programs or projects. This work requires knowledge and skill in the application of related laws, regulations, policies, precedents, methods and techniques of budgeting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of budgeting concepts, policies, precedents, and regulations for financial management planning to develop documents to address funding changes.
2. Ability to analyze financial problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions.
3. Skill in administration and business operations of Federal programs and in the assessment of such programs and operations.
4. Skill in communication, presenting recommendations and developing reports and correspondence.
5. Ability to lead, organize, plan, direct, and review the work of team members.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a Public Trust position that requires a background investigation. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation and the adjudication of the investigation. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination. Applicants for this position may be required to submit to a urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents, if applicable (Veterans Documents, SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action, CTAP/ICTAP documentation, non competitive appointing authority documents, transcripts, etc.) For more information, please see the Required Documents section below.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, September 03, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG378231. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover/pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG378231
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Sherry Cook
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: SHERRY.COOK@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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22. Job Title: Emergency Management Specialist - GS-0301-14 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-T0216-DBV-377546DM
SALARY RANGE: $105,211.00 - $136,771.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, August 20, 2010 to Friday, September 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-14
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Organization: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration Directorate, Risk Reduction Division, Grants Implementation Branch.
Primary Purpose: In this position, you will serve as a senior program/project manager, policy advisor and/or team leader for the Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs (HMA) programs inclusive of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, Repetitive Flood Claims Program and Severe Repetitive Loss Program.
Specific Duties:
• Serves as team leader responsible for providing technical guidance and direction to other team members for special projects or for assigned program areas.
• Monitors program resources and conducts special studies.
• Serves as the inter/intra Agency coordinator for the assigned program or technical areas.
• Identifies program deficiencies, analyzes options and makes recommendations for program changes, and assists in the development of legislation, regulations, program guidelines or technical assistance/tools to enact major changes or course corrections to existing programs.
• Reviews trends in program implementation and state-of-the-art technology in order to develop options and recommend changes to existing programs.
• Conducts ongoing coordination, development, oversight and evaluation of national programs of HMA including the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, Repetitive Flood Claims Program and Severe Repetitive Loss Program.
• Attends seminars, conferences and professional meetings and presents speeches, briefings and other presentations as a representative of the Branch Chief/Division Director.
• Determines curriculum for, oversees planning and development of, and conducts training for federal, state and local staffs involved in HMA activities associated with the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, Repetitive Flood Claims Program and Severe Repetitive Loss Program.
• Serves as the Acting Section Chief, as directed.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience as a senior policy advisor, program, or project manager for all aspects of a federal national HMA program (i.e. the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance Program, Repetitive Flood Claims Program and Severe Repetitive Loss Program) and associated functions.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: Skill in identifying, synthesizing, and interpreting legislation and complex regulatory and policy documents at the Federal level in order to develop clear and effective program policy and implementation procedures for all aspects of an HMA program to include Hazard Mitigation Grants, Pre-Disaster Mitigation, Flood Mitigation Assistance, Repetitive Flood Claims and Severe Repetitive Loss programs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to identify HMA program gaps or inadequacies that would require new or reformulated policy and implementation solutions, and to justify a range of viable options for solution.
2. Skill and experience managing projects in a high-pressure and politically sensitive environment while managing multiple priorities.
3. Skill and experience leading and influencing the work of others, including co-workers or contractors, in a team or project management situation in order to achieve project or project goals within required time constraints.
4. Ability to use oral communication skills to deal persuasively with officials and the public, often on controversial issues, and to brief senior managers on pertinent issues, findings, options and recommendations.
5. Ability to use written communication skills to deal persuasively with officials and the public, often on controversial issues, and to brief senior managers on pertinent issues, findings, options and recommendations.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-13 level for the GS-14.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a Public Trust position that requires a background investigation. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination. Applicants for this position may be required to submit to a urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Résumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, September 03, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID MG377546. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire ,
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Step 2
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Qualifications
• Veterans Preference documentation
• Miscellaneous
Submitting Documents
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. Your documents will display under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special cover page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the upload documents screen of Application Manager. Or, you may click this link http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number MG377546
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed. The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
• Not using the special cover page mentioned above.
• Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
• Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
Note: If you have documents in your Application Manager account from a previous vacancy announcement they can be opened, copied and saved then reused as an upload file for this vacancy. Uploading your documents will speed the processing of your application for this announcement.
Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process or fax. Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:
Job Information:
-Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.
Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.
Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.
Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job-related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.
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.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following step-by-step instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents may result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Delores Valentine
Phone: (202)646-1351
Email: DELORES.VALENTINE@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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23. Job Title: External Affairs Specialist (Stakeholder Relations)GS-12/13 (Denver, CO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-201091424-LLN378441D/M
SALARY RANGE: $73,848.00 - $114,158.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, August 20, 2010 to Friday, September 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Denver, CO
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The External Affairs mission is to provide leadership, message coordination, communication, Analyses, relationship-building and decision making support on Agency policies, programs, key initiatives and actions that affect stakeholders.
This position opportunity is also being advertised at the GS-11 grade levels. Please see vacancy announcement numbers MG-2010378441-LLN378544D/M for additional information.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Denver, CO
Organization: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region VIII, Denver, CO, Office of the Regional Administrator, External Affairs
Primary Purpose: This position provides communications, planning and implementation support to the US Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with an emphasis on developing, enhancing and maintaining relationships with private sector and intergovernmental (state, local and tribal) stakeholders within the agency's External Affairs organization.
Specific Duties:
• Develops, coordinates, disseminates and evaluates emergency management communications strategies, tactics and products to support proactive, cross-audience communications activities designed to reach private sector; state, local and tribal officials and other external audiences.
• Directly engages private sector and intergovernmental organizations in emergency management planning to include leading and supporting participation in preparedness efforts such as exercises and preparedness, and mitigation initiatives and emergency response and recovery activities.
• Develops communications tools, techniques and protocols including capability to reach and maintain regular contact with intergovernmental organizations.
• Identifies and supports opportunities to engage private sector and intergovernmental capabilities and expertise to foster best practices and strategic approaches to strengthen agency core competencies.
• Supports senior staff and management with background information on matters related to communicating with private sector and intergovernmental organizations and other FEMA stakeholders.
• Represents FEMA Region in forums on private sector and intergovernmental outreach strategies and communications efforts.
• Plans, manages and implements events such as presentations, conferences, meetings and tours.
• Works closely with tribal, state, local , private sector and other federal external partners to ensure ESF 15/External Affairs plans and strategies, to include public information are integrated and effective.
• Prepares analytical summaries on communications strategies and tactics and develops guidance material, articles, bulletins, brochures, news releases, talking points, fact sheets and other collateral material.
• Provides key management support to the recruitment, retention and development of the Region External Affairs Cadre, primarily related to private sector and tribal positions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in developing and implementing communications plans and tactics designed to enhance relationships with external stakeholders-with a primary emphasis on private sector and tribal stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Experience in disaster programs and emergency management information coordination sufficient for advising and supporting top leadership, especially as it relates to private sector and intergovernmental external affairs operations.
2. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with representative of professional and trade associations, corporations, nongovernmental or nonprofit organizations, academia, and other private sector entities in order to foster communications, establish public-private collaborations, and provide insight into impact of programs and initiatives of stakeholders.
3. Ability to explain and advocate facts, positions and policy in a succinct and convincing manner and negotiate with senior government officials as well as diverse groups including representative of professional and trade associations, corporations, nongovernmental or nonprofit organizations, academia, and other stakeholder entities in order to foster communications to promote agency programs, convey information and diffuse potentially negative issues.
4. Ability to plan, implement and manage programs.
5.Ability to plan and execute communications strategies and tactics, including program planning, private sector and other stakeholder outreach, events, briefings, and public education programs in order to promote agency programs, convey information and diffuse potentially negative issues.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for the GS-12: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for the GS-13: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13..
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, September 03, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG378441. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG378441
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Louise L. Noyes
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOUISE.NOYES@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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24. Job Title: External Affairs Specialist (Stakeholder Relations)GS-12/13 (Boston, MA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-201091477LLN377744D/M
SALARY RANGE: $75,222.00 - $116,282.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, August 20, 2010 to Friday, September 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Boston Metro area, MA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
FEMA offers developmental opportunities, competitive compensation, and networking opportunities.
The External Affairs mission is to provide leadership, message coordination, communication, Analyses, relationship-building and decision making support on Agency policies, programs, key initiatives and actions that affect stakeholders.
This position opportunity is also being advertised at the GS-11 grade levels. Please see vacancy announcement numbers MG-201091477LLN377815 for additional information.
EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: FEMA employees are subject to 24 hour on-call in the event of any emergency. This service may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites that require functioning under intense physical and mental stress.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Boston Metro area, MA
Organization: Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region I, Boston, MA, Office of the Regional Administrator, External Affairs
Primary Purpose: This position provides communications, planning and implementation support to the US Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with an emphasis on developing, enhancing and maintaining relationships with private sector and intergovernmental (state, local and tribal) stakeholders within the agency's External Affairs organization.
Specific Duties:
• Develops, coordinates, disseminates and evaluates emergency management communications strategies, tactics and products to support proactive, cross-audience communications activities designed to reach private sector; state, local and tribal officials and other external audiences.
• Directly engages private sector and intergovernmental organizations in emergency management planning to include leading and supporting participation in preparedness efforts such as exercises and preparedness, and mitigation initiatives and emergency response and recovery activities.
• Develops communications tools, techniques and protocols including capability to reach and maintain regular contact with intergovernmental organizations.
• Identifies and supports opportunities to engage private sector and intergovernmental capabilities and expertise to foster best practices and strategic approaches to strengthen agency core competencies.
• Supports senior staff and management with background information on matters related to communicating with private sector and intergovernmental organizations and other FEMA stakeholders.
• Represents FEMA Region in forums on private sector and intergovernmental outreach strategies and communications efforts.
• Plans, manages and implements events such as presentations, conferences, meetings and tours.
• Works closely with tribal, state, local , private sector and other federal external partners to ensure ESF 15/External Affairs plans and strategies, to include public information are integrated and effective.
• Prepares analytical summaries on communications strategies and tactics and develops guidance material, articles, bulletins, brochures, news releases, talking points, fact sheets and other collateral material.
• Provides key management support to the recruitment, retention and development of the Region External Affairs Cadre, primarily related to private sector and tribal positions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Specialized Experience Requirements: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is described as experience in developing and implementing communications plans and tactics designed to enhance relationships with external stakeholders-with a primary emphasis on private sector and tribal stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements and any selective placement factor stated in this employment opportunity will be rated and ranked on the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's).
Selective Placement Factor: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Experience in disaster programs and emergency management information coordination sufficient for advising and supporting top leadership, especially as it relates to private sector and intergovernmental external affairs operations.
2. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with representative of professional and trade associations, corporations, nongovernmental or nonprofit organizations, academia, and other private sector entities in order to foster communications, establish public-private collaborations, and provide insight into impact of programs and initiatives of stakeholders.
3. Ability to explain and advocate facts, positions and policy in a succinct and convincing manner and negotiate with senior government officials as well as diverse groups including representative of professional and trade associations, corporations, nongovernmental or nonprofit organizations, academia, and other stakeholder entities in order to foster communications to promote agency programs, convey information and diffuse potentially negative issues.
4. Ability to plan, implement and manage programs.
5.Ability to plan and execute communications strategies and tactics, including program planning, private sector and other stakeholder outreach, events, briefings, and public education programs in order to promote agency programs, convey information and diffuse potentially negative issues.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for the GS-12: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for the GS-13: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13..
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE: The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12-31-59, who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment within this Agency.
CITIZENSHIP: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: Mandatory Direct Deposit/Electronics Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) for salary payment is a condition of employment at FEMA. Selectee will be required to participate in DD/EFT.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. These questions measure the extent to which an applicant meets basic eligibility for employment, minimum qualifications as described in the announcement (either through experience and/or education), and the extent to which applicants possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. If applicants meet the minimum qualifications, they will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points. Candidates must respond to all questions; a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on the applicant’s responses to the questionnaire. Candidates who are found to be highly qualified will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Eligible veterans who meet established criteria will receive additional points (5 or 10) added to their total score as a result of their military service as appropriate.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated "well qualified" will receive special selection priority. If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your recent performance appraisal (at least "Meets or Exceeds", or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Please do not submit a cash/time off award SF-50, as this does not verify grade. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must meet the well qualified standards for the position. A well qualified applicant must satisfy the following criteria: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, including selective placement factors, education, and experience requirements, the applicant must score at least an 85 (prior to veteran’s preference being applied) on the application questions as established and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that, among others, include: a fully portable Thrift Savings Plan, similar to a 401(k); personal leave days for vacation, illness, and family care; ten paid holidays per year; flexible work schedules; defined benefit retirement plan; a wide choice of health insurance programs, non-taxable Flexible Spending Accounts for out-of-pocket medical or dependent care expenses; life and long-term care insurance; transportation subsidies; and Employee Assistance Programs. Other benefits that may be available include: a uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; fitness centers; and telework. For more information on federal benefits, please visit www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
OTHER INFORMATION:
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANTS: If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, status as a parent, lawful political affiliation, marital status, physical/mental disability (if not a job factor), membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
FEMA also provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement if a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process. For more information, please visit www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccomodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, September 03, 2010.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Apply for this position now! button at the end of the process. You will be redirected to Application Manager, https://applicationmanager.gov/, to complete your application package. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire.
Note: To check on the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
To fax supporting documents that you are unable to upload, complete this cover page, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following vacancy ID: MG377744. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot apply online, you will need to:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print the 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to: 1-478-757-3144.
4. Print the fax cover page (http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf) and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g. resume, transcripts, veterans documents, etc) to the same fax number in #3.
Please do not completed steps 1 – 4 if you are applying on line.
If you upload your documents using Application Manager, DO NOT FAX the same documents. To verify uploaded documents have been processed, please wait one hour to ensure they have cleared the virus scan. You can verify that your uploaded documents are attached to your application by checking the Details tab of your Application Manager account (https://applicationmanager.gov/ for this vacancy announcement. You documents will be displayed under the Details tab in the Document area.
Faxed documents will take 2-3 business days to process. To fax documents, you MUST use the special coverage page. Print the pre-populated cover page on the uploaded documents screen of Application Manager or you may click this link: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf to print a copy of the cover page. When faxing documents, follow the procedures outlined below.
• Include the 8-character Vacancy Identification Number: MG377744
• Provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
• Fax your cover page and documents to 1-478-757-3144.
Instructions for answering the questions in the Occupational Questionnaire: If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Application method, please use the following instructions as a guide to filling out the required questionnaire. You will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer each question. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
If applicable, candidates must attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) to establish honorable discharge from military service. If appropriate documentation is not received by the closing date, preference will not be granted. Applicants who are active military duty will not have a DD-214. Prior to appointment we will verify your eligibility for veteran's preference and that your military service was honorable. To be entitled to preference, a veteran must meet the eligibility requirements in section 2108 of title 5, United States Code. This means that: An honorable or general discharge is necessary. Military retirees at the rank of major, lieutenant commander, or higher are not eligible for preference unless they are disabled veterans. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for preference. When applying for Federal jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or resume. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. The SF-15 is available online at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
Merit promotion and non-competitive eligible candidates:
Candidates must attach a copy of an SF-50 that documents the highest grade held, salary, tenure group, service computation date, and competitive service appointment. Failure to provide these documents will result in non-consideration for this position.
Competitive status is not required for qualified handicapped individuals eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 213.3102(u); qualified 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 316.402(b)(5); those eligible under the Veteran`s Recruitment Act; and, those eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, provided that these individuals otherwise meet the description of 'Who May Apply.'
Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply. (Veterans applying under this category must provide proof (DD 214) of service with submission of application). If a DD-214 Form is not available at the time of application, applicants must submit proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Louise L. Noyes
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: LOUISE.NOYES@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22604
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. We will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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25. Subject: IT Specialist (Ft Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
IT Specialist,TS/SCI -Ft. Meade, MD:
Seeking an IT Specialist with 2-4 years experience. TS/SCI clearances required.
Salary DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 to view/apply online:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1250
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26. Subject: IT Program Manager (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
IT Program Manager,TS/SCI -Ft. Meade, MD:
Seeking IT Program Manager with 5-8 years experience and with TS/SCI clearances.
Salary DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 or apply/view online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1249
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27. Subject: Document Specialist (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) (TS/SCI)
Document Specialist,TS/SCI -Ft. Meade, MD:
Seeking a Document Specialist with 2-4 years experience. Must possess TS/SCI clearances.
Salary DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 or apply/view online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1251
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28. Subject: Data Clerk (Ft. Meade, MD/DC area) ( (TS/SCI)
Data Clerk, TS/SCI -Ft. Meade, MD:
Seeking a Data Clerk with 2-4 years experience. Must possess TS/SCI clearances.
Working knowledge of computers, printers, scanners, faxes, copiers and general administrative practices. Ability to conduct data-entry functions.
Salary DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 or view/apply online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1253
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29. Subject: Systems Engineer- (Ft. Meade, VA/DC area) (TS/SCI)
Systems Engineer,TS/SCI -Ft. Meade, MD:
Seeking a Systems Engineer with 2-4 years experience.
Must possess TS/SCI clearances.
Working knowledge of records/content management; business process management; Microsoft SQL server 2000 and SQL. Functional knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Visial Basic scripting and desktop support. Ability to effectively communicate to end-users as well as management and write technical instructions for non-technical users.
Salary DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 or apply/view online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1252
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30. Subject: SQL Sr. Database Administrator,(Ft. Belvoir, VA/ DC area) (TS/SCI)
SQL Database Administrator, Senior -Ft. Belvoir, VA/Washington DC area:
Seeking a candidate with 8-10 years experience in database administration.
Position requires MCSE Certification and a TS/SCI security clearance
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
*Insure security of all databases
*Installing and testing new versions of database applications
*Conduct training of IT personnel
*Install and maintain SQL Database
*Conduct server maintenance and security updates
*Perform backups and restore procedures on servers
*Troubleshoot system errors and isolate defective component or system
*Add, modify and delete users
*Change passwords on user accounts
*Assigned user area of access
*Install operating system and database applications
*Prepare disaster recovery plans
*Assist in preparing accreditation package
*Assist in performing Tier Level II/III support to all INSCOM Users
Salary ~$66k-$70k DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com/760-744-5703 or apply/view online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/?page=view_job&post_id=1248
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31. Subject: MS System Administrator-(Ft. Belvoir, VA/DC area) (TS/SCI)
MS System Administrator, Experienced-Ft. Belvoir, VA/Washington DC area:
Seeking candidates with 5-8 years experience performing Microsoft System Administrator duties on Windows Server 2003 and latest version.
Position requires MCSE Certification, or Network+ and Security+ Individual will require a TS/SCI security clearance.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
*Conduct server maintenance and security updates
*Perform backups and restore procedures on servers
*Troubleshoot system errors and isolate defective component or system
*Add, modify and delete users
*Change passwords on user accounts
*Assigned user area of access
*Install operating system and database applications
*Prepare disaster recovery plans
*Assist in preparing accreditation package
*Assist in performing Tier Level II/III support to all INSCOM Users
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com /760-744-5703 or view/apply online at:
http://www.myalphajobs.com/index.php?page=view_job&post_id=1245
Salary ~$58k-$62k DOE
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32. Subject: SharePoint Sr. System Administrator (Ft. Belvoir, VA/DC area)(TS/SCI)
SharePoint System Administrator ?Experienced/Senior -Ft. Belvoir, VA/Washington DC area:
Seeking candidates with 8-10 years experience performing Microsoft System Administration on multiple Operating Platforms.
Position requires MCSE Certification and a TS/SCI security clearance.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
*Must demonstrate proficiency using the latest version of SharePoint
*Conduct server maintenance and security updates
*Perform backups and restore procedures on servers
*Troubleshoot system errors and isolate defective component or system
*Add, modify and delete users
*Change passwords on user accounts
*Assign user area of access
*Install operating system and database applications
*Prepare disaster recovery plans
*Assist in preparing accreditation package
*Assist in performing Tier Level II/III support to all INSCOM Users
Salary ~$62k-$66k DOE
Send resume to annette@alphaten.com / 760-744-5703
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33. Subject: Theater Resource Manager (TS/SCI) (Tampa, FL)
Theater Resource Manager
Location: MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL
Security Clearance Requirements: Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
Position Description
The Theater Resource Manager (TRM) for the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) AOR will assist the SOCCENT Cultural Engagement Group Theater Asset Manager in the control of all Advanced Special Operations (ASO) conducted in USCENTCOM Theater of Operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for staffing all component requests for ASO. Following staffing, the incumbent will prepare a staff action, written or verbal, and make fully supported recommendations to COMCEG and the Director of Exploitation and Effects. Following the COMCEG decision, the TRM will take appropriate actions to effectuate the commander's decision.
Design a system for receiving feedback from units accomplishing missions to ensure that COMCEG remains timely informed on all ASO activities affecting the USCENTCOM AOR.
Develop comprehensive written summaries of ASO activities and reports and disseminating them to appropriate personnel requiring the information.
Develop comprehensive tracking tools to ensure appropriate oversight of all ASO activities in the USCENTCOM AOR.
Serve as the subject matter expert on ASO policies, regulations and directives and will be required to document, track and update COMCEG, COMSOCCENT and COMUSCENTCOM as required.
EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Education/Experience: BS degree from an accredited college or university, and fifteen (15) years related experience, or MS degree and thirteen (13) years related experience or Ph.D. and nine (9) years of related experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Graduate of Advanced Special Operations Techniques (ASOT) Level 3 course.
Possess a strong knowledge of current Microsoft applications to include WINDOWS, WORD, POWERPOINT, OUTLOOK, and EXCEL.
Demonstrate a strong area knowledge of USCENTCOM Theater of Operations.
Excellent communications skills and be able to conduct DoD and interagency coordination.
Must be willing and able to travel to locations in the USCENTCOM AOR where ASO is being conducted on a minimum of a quarterly basis.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work will be performed in a cubical environment inside a large facility (100%). Some travel may be required depending requests by the customer.
Work assignments are dependent on requirements set forth by the client. It is important to be able to work at least 8 hours a day for 5 days per week (Monday through Friday) (100%).
The Select Candidate must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Must be well organized with the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to interface effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization. Grooming and dress usually business casual, but dependent on client's standards.
IMPORTANT NOTE
The position for which you are interviewing requires a US government security clearance. This is to advise you, that should you be extended an offer, if you possess a dual citizenship (i.e., citizen of the US and another country), in order to be granted a clearance you will be required to relinquish your citizenship in the foreign country.
Come onboard with a company that Values it's Employees!
Celestar, a Veteran Owned Company, is Very Competitive with Salaries and Benefits. As an example, we offer Company Paid Benefits that include Employee and Family Dental Insurance, Employee Health Insurance, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance. We also offer a 401k retirement company match, paid Holidays and Personal Time Off.
Please visit our website www.celestarcorp.com for more information and apply online.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA and M/F/D/V employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Ron
Ronald Grant
Ronald Grant
Celestar, Facility Security Officer
9501 E. US Hwy 92
Tampa, Florida 33610
Ph: (813) 627-9069, ext. 237
Fax: (813) 626-1858
RGrant@celestarcorp.com
www.celestarcorp.com
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34. >Subject: FW: Corporate Controller, WA
>Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:33:39 -0700
>
>from lucy@military-civilian.com 310-455-2002
>CORPORATE CONTROLLER
>DTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
>assigned.Establishes, or recommends to management, major economic
>strategies, objectives, and policies for company.Recommends modifications to
>existing company programs.Prepares reports which summarize and forecast
>company business activity and financial position in areas of income,
>expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected
>operations.Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and
>prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification.Advises
>management about insurance coverage for protection against property losses
>and potential liabilities.Provides management with timely reviews of
>organization's financial status and progress in its various programs and
>activities.Directs determination of depreciation rates to apply to capital
>assets.Tracks and determines proper account of the Company’s physical
>assets. Direct annual verification of physical assets. Advises management
>on desirable operational adjustments due to tax code revisions.Arranges for
>audits of company's accounts.Prepares reports required by regulatory
>agencies.Creates and maintains SOPs for accounting processes.Understands and
>is committed to [clients] quality policy and participates in ISO 14001
>programs as required.
>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDirectly supervises three employees in the
>Accounting Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in
>accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
>Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees;
>planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding
>and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
>.QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
>able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed
>below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
>disabilities to perform the essential functions.
>EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in accounting or
>business from four-year college or university; and five years related
>experience and/or training in corporate finance; or equivalent combination
>of education and experience.
>LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial
>statements, professional journals, business financial procedures, or
>governmental regulations. Ability to maintain general ledger, write
>reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
>effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of team
>advisors, vendors, customers, financial institutions and the general public.
>MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such
>as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to
>apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution,
>determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance,
>correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.REASONING
>ABILITY - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and
>draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of
>technical instructions in mathematical or financial form and deal with
>several abstract and concrete variables.
>CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - None
>PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Here are representative of those that must be met by an
>employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
>disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties
>of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
>The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger,
>handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities
>required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to
>adjust focus.
>Salary target is $90,000
>Location is rural Pacific Northwest, WA
>pleased resume to lucy@military-civilian.com
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35. >Subject: FW: Tele Consutants Inc. - Junior Program Manager (San Diego, CA)
>Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 12:32:51 -0700
>
>
>>From lucy@military-civilian.com 310-455-2002
>Junior Program Analyst - San Diego, CA
>
>To provide analytical and programmatic support for Department of the Navy
>(DoN) Program Managers.Participate as part of a broader, cross-functional
>team supporting the client’s mission. Research, analyze, and assist with
>developing processes, procedures, and methodologies for tracking client
>priorities and program focus areas. Prepare docurelated data.
>Assist with coordination and discussion efforts between internal program
>stakeholders and external DoN communitiesments, conduct presentations, and
>support the collection and dissemination of program.
>Please apply online @teleinc.com
>
>Lucy Jensen
>lucy@military-civilian.com
>(310)455-2002 Office and Fax
>P.O. Box 177
>120 North Topanga Canyon Blvd. #105
>Topanga Canyon, CA 90290
>www.military-civilian.com
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36. Subject: (PST) Electronic Publishing Specialist - Developmental (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:14:28 -0400
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Electronic Publishing Specialist - Developmental - Top Secret with Lifestyle Polygraph
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Electronic-Publishing-Developmental-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret
Long Summary: Depending upon assignment, positions assist in the production of electronic products for Agency's information systems and public Web site on the Internet. With guidance, this position assists in the development of Web site design, hardcopy and electronic publishing, CD-ROM/DVD production, and multimedia presentation production for internal customers as well as for the Community and Federal Government consumers. This includes basic web programming (i.e. Java Script), digital video conversions, graphic manipulation and conversions, and source document conversions.
Short Summary: Depending upon assignment, assists in the production of electronic products. With guidance assists in the development of Web Site Design, hardcopy and electronic publishing, CD-ROM/DVD and multimedia production.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience with web technology, CD-ROMs, multimedia, compositor work, publications manuals, web page template generation, and authoring procedural documentation.
Education: Associates degree in graphic art, web design, content or information management, or a closely related field, with applicable substitutions for education on a year-for-year basis.
Special certifications: None.
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Assists in the production of electronic products within a team environment. Scans images and formats documents for both hardcopy and electronic output. Imports source files into FrameMaker (per instructions). Converts current files for posting on networks. Produces and replicates CD-ROM/DVDs. Proofreads and edits a variety of products, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Converts graphic files into suitable formats for visual representation in multimedia and Web sites. Manipulates files into different formats, and conducts quality assurance functions. Learns to perform quality control checks and determine proper distribution of products.
2. Supports customers' requirements. Assists in the coordination of project outlines and details with customers in order to plan projects. Records time in job tracking automated database (example: PSI) using pull-down menus, recognizes time sheet problems. Provides basic information and technical guidance to customers on electronic publication services. Identifies ways to improve products and customer service.
3. Identifies and solves basic technical problems. Solves basic technical problems by debugging workstations, performing basic equipment preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Basic knowledge of electronic publishing and relevant business practices, including specific knowledge of the most current technologies in the electronic and web publishing environments.
Basic knowledge of web functionality, hosting, maintenance, browsers, formats (HTML, XML, SGML), and graphics on current platforms (UNIX, NT, Macintosh, Agency operating system).
Basic knowledge and ability to conduct minor troubleshooting on multiple computer systems/networks.
Basic knowledge of vector conversion techniques and methodology.
Working knowledge of various software packages for production of a variety of products.
Working knowledge of typography, proofreading, document formatting, desktop publishing, Internet and IC intranet networks, page layout and design, and publication styles.
Ability to adhere to policy and guidance set forth by the Office of Security as it pertains to the handling of - - - Agency data on networks and portable media, and the posting of information to Agency and public networks.
- Ability to maintain currency with technology and industry best practices.
- Ability to learn the Agency records management classification system.
- Ability to operate CD replication equipment.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a rapidly changing team environment.
- Good communications skills suitable to providing product demonstrations and interacting with business customers.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Performs work with minimal supervision and guidance. Exercises independent judgment based on demonstrated experience in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques.
Given: None.
Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment. Based on assignment, the Electronic Publishing Specialist may periodically work nonstandard hours or may be required to be available for holiday and weekend work hours. Occasional local, domestic, or foreign travel or TDY may be required depending on office assignment.
Tools used in this occupation: CD replication/mastering equipment.
Technology used in this occupation: Basic knowledge of web functionality, hosting, maintenance, browsers, formats (HTML, XML, SGML), and graphics on current platforms (UNIX, NT, Macintosh, Agency operating system). Strong knowledge of Framemaker software. Knowledge of InDesign software. Multiple computer systems/networks.
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37. Subject: (PST) Surge Logistics Support Officer - Developmental (DC)(TS Lifestyle) (DC)
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:13:08 -0400
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Surge Logistics Support Officer - Developmental - Top Secret with Lifestyle Polygraph
www.pitonscience.com
apply-Surge-Logistics-Developmental-Lifestyle-ZK@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret SCI with Lifestyle Polygraph
Long Summary: This is an entry/developmental level position in the Surge Logistics Support occupational specialty with officers generally located in various Directorates, Components and Staffs throughout the Agency. This position reports to a first-line contractor supervisor and depending on the incumbents level, requires immediate to direct supervision. This level has no supervisory authority. At the entry/developmental level, incumbents will be deployed overseas, domestically and in WMA area to support short or long term requirements as they arise. Officers will maintain travel ready status and be ready to support mission as needed.
Perform property control functions, assist in the procurement of supplies and material, ship documents or material, manage vehicle fleet, assist with movement of office furniture/equipment, perform office Project Management functions, perform General Support Services, perform Warehouse/Transportation functions; assist in maintaining inventories; assist in the transportation of material and people; coordinating and performing routine light vehicle maintenance; assisting with office renovations and moves; and performing other duties as assigned.
Short Summary: Provide Surge Logistics Support services to Agency mission partners worldwide on a Temporary Duty (TDY) or Permanent Change of Station (PCS) basis. Perform property control functions, assist in the procurement of supplies and material, ship documents or material, manage vehicle fleet, assist with movement of office furniture/equipment, perform office Project Management functions, perform General Support Services, and perform Warehouse/Transportation functions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience in the performance of a logistics officer assignment.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Special certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Surge Logistics Support Officer discipline is highly diverse and are described below are dependent on the office of assignment.
1. Assists in the purchasing of materials and services within for the area of assignment, and coordinates with Agency service providers for computer and phone installations and/or de-installations.
2. Assists in maintaining inventories of goods and materials.\
- Processes routine inventory requests by validating receipt of goods and materials against requirements.
- Assists in the property inventory process; helps reconcile property discrepancies; and assists in the retrieval of information from various databases to accurately track and inventory items.
- Assists in maintaining table of vehicular allowances and vehicle tracking databases.
3. Assists in the transportation of material and people.
- Administers transportation processing by completing proper transportation documentation; learns how to ship and receive material; and assists in arranging transportation of material.
- Arranges for courier and/or chauffeur services by coordinating with appropriate transportation office.
- Serves as a chauffeur as needed.
- Researches best transportation options for customers and determine best shipping methods based on customer, cargo type, and/or consignee timeline requirements.
4. Coordinates and performs routine light vehicle maintenance, as needed.
- Maintains a fleet of vehicles by coordinating vehicle maintenance, in accordance with the GSA maintenance schedule, GSA automotive mechanics, or commercial vehicle maintenance facilities.
- Performs light vehicle maintenance to include: ensuring proper tire pressure is maintained; adding fluids as needed; jump starting vehicles as needed.
5. Assists with office renovations and moves.
- Processes service requests.
- Submits work requests to Facilities Management Group.
- Moves office furniture, equipment, and documents from one location to another.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Process requests for vehicles and mileage reports
- Prepares usage charts for reporting to GSA
- Distributes parking permits and FASTOLL devices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to become familiar with Agency and Logistics regulations, policies, and unique authorities.
- Ability to become familiar with Logistics procedures and policies specific to the area of assignment.
- Some Basic knowledge of various Logistics databases and applications
- Basic knowledge of how to read and interpret routine financial statements.
- Oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose and deliver responses to customers' routine questions in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to develop an internal network of professional working relationships within the work unit and with service partners' counterparts in other component's operations.
- Ability to interact with customers effectively in resolving routine problems.
- Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and priorities.
- Ability to use good judgment and personal initiative in recognizing appropriate action to be taken for completion of tasks.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
- Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: None. At the entry level, incumbents receive immediate supervision by contractor personnel; exercise limited latitude and independent judgment.
Given: None. Close supervision provided by first-line contractor supervisor
Work Environment: Depending on assignment, work is primarily performed in an office environment and may including conditions vary from an office environment where work is primarily sedentary to environments where extensive standing and/or walking; bending; lifting light to heavy objects or being exposed to noise, dust, dirt, etc. is expected.
Tools used in this occupation: General office equipment, office moving equipment, forklifts, hand tools.
Technology used in this occupation: Agency acquisition system, Word, excel, access, Internet, various internal databases to request services, travel and complete accounting.
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38. >Subject: Security and Law Enforcement Advisor (DC) (Secret)
>Densus Group is seeking a Security and Law Enforcement Advisor (SLE)
>to support the Department of State's Europe and Eurasia (EUR) Bureau
>for their assistance to
>
>Europe and Eurasia (ACE) program.
>
>
>
>Specifically, the contractor will provide personnel to perform
>program, budget and foreign affairs duties to assist in the
>interagency coordination of U.S. economic, democracy, and security
>and law enforcement and other USG assistance to Europe and Eurasia.
>
>
>
>The Security and Law Enforcement (SLE) Advisor will work with the
>management and staff of the Office of the Coordinator of Assistance
>to Europe and Eurasia (EUR/ACE). S/he will be responsible for
>providing subject matter expertise and program oversight of law
>enforcement, security, non-proliferation, counternarcotics, border
>reform, and related assistance activities; developing assistance
>strategies and analyzing the performance
>
>of country progress and programs in these subject areas to inform
>policy, budget and program decisions; and coordinating security SLE
>assistance activities among USG agencies and international donors to
>achieve optimal
>
>effect from the resources available. The SLE Advisor will work
>within EUR/ACE, with other relevant State Department offices, and
>with a variety of implementing agencies within the interagency
>community - including the Department of Defense - to accomplish
>these tasks.
>
>
>
>The SLE Advisor must possess a wide range of administrative and
>analytical skills in order to successfully perform the following
>activities in the SLE field: strategic planning, program analysis,
>program monitoring, formulation of program budgets, and oral and
>written communication skills to brief Departmental principals, to
>justify these programs to the Congress,the Office of Management and
>Budget, and the implementing agencies. The SLE Advisor must have the
>skills to review, analyze and interpret legislation, Congressional
>hearings, and other Foreign Operations guidelines pertaining to the
>Assistance to Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia (AEECA) and Security
>and Law Enforcement (sometimes also referred to as Peace and
>Security) programs in the light of U.S. national security and
>foreign policyobjectives, as well as to prepare any necessary
>budget-related material. The geographic reach of this position
>extends to all countries within EUR/ACE's area of responsibility,
>and experience working on SLE programs in
>
>this region is desirable.
>
>
>
>SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
>
>The SLE must be a U.S. citizen and must have an individual security
>clearance at the Secret level.
>
>
>
>PLACE OF PERFORMANCE
>
>The principal place of performance for this task order shall be:
>U.S. Department of State/Office of the coordinator for U.S.
>Assistance to Europe and Eurasia, Washington, DC.
>
>
>
>Please send all resumes to mike.thomson@densusgroup.com
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39. Subject: (PST) Opportunity - Surge Logistics Support Officer - Senior (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:11:14 -0400
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Surge Logistics Support Officer - Senior - Top Secret with Lifestyle Polygraph
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Surge-Logistics-Senior-Lifestyle-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret SCI with Lifestyle Polygraph
Long Summary: This is senior level position work within the Surge Logistics Support occupational specialty with officers generally located in various Directorates, Components and Staffs throughout the Agency. At the senior level, incumbents work independently with broad lateral guidance and are responsible for overseeing the overall general logistics services that are provided to the customer by other contractors. Duties include monitoring the administration and control for the purchase of materials and services; directing the complete process for transporting people and goods; monitoring materials management within area of assignment; coordinating and planning facility services; tracking cost issues and personnel resources; and administering all elements of multi-faceted programs. Based on assignments, incumbents may provide assistance to the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative.
Short Summary: Duties may include assisting with the administration and control for the purchase of materials and services; directing the complete process for transporting people and goods; overseeing materials management within area of assignment; coordinating and planning facility services; tracking cost issues and personnel resources; and administering all elements of multi-faceted programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Successful completion of progressively responsible work experience comparable at the four years full performance level in a logistics assignment.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Special certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Surge Logistics Officers discipline is highly diverse and Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities described below are dependent on the office of assignment.
1. Assist with purchasing of materials and services within area of assignment to include:
- Assisting with the ordering of materials through a variety of internal and external sources; validating customer requirements against regulations and estimates costs.
- Tracking credit card and account for purchases.
- Reconciling routine to moderately complex financial statements to ensure expenses are properly recorded; reconciling accounts payable to ensure accuracy and funding availability; reviewing bills/invoices for accuracy; and resolving discrepancies with vendors.
2. Coordinate the process for transportation of material and people.
- Coordinates the transportation of goods through established transportation processes; arranges for transportation of material; coordinates shipment and receipt of materials; using established guidelines where possible, determines best shipping method based on customer, cargo type and consignee requirements.
- Responds to courier and chauffeur requests; resolves scheduling problems.
3. Maintain inventories of goods and materials for area of assignment.
- Processes inventory requests and validates receipt of goods and materials against requirements; ensures inventory requests are fulfilled.
- Coordinates the maintenance of a fleet of vehicles by maintaining table of vehicular allowances and tracking database; ensures vehicles are maintained.
- Performs property accounting; plans and conducts property inventory and reconciles property discrepancies.
4. Coordinate with Facilities Management in the implementation of office moves, renovations, and maintenance.
- Implements office moves; establishes schedules and procedures; ensures proper numbers of staff are available.
- Assists Facilities Management in office renovations by serving as a liaison to customers and construction workers.
- Schedules routine office maintenance; works with Facilities Management to ensure offices are properly maintained.
- If assigned to the NRO, Coordinates with Facilities Management and Communications to relocate computer connections and phones.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to obtain extensive knowledge and application of overall Agency and logistics processes, policies, regulations, and unique authorities.
- Extensive knowledge of overall logistic processes, policies, and regulations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use various databases and applications independently.
- Ability to comprehend the implications of process, policies and regulations against requirements.
- Ability to manage the general services functional areas: purchasing, transportation processing, inventory management, vehicle management, contracts, and accountable property.
- Ability to work independently and responsibly.
- Ability to establish a new network of professional working relationships with customers, colleagues, and service providers, while further developing existing networks.
- Ability to make decisions and solve complex problems effectively and independently.
- Ability to anticipate customer needs and requirements.
- Ability to assist in the effective planning, organizing and management of resources
- Ability to develop self and mentor other contractors, and ability to effectively manage and lead other contractors.
- Ability to identify alternative solutions.
- Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds.
- Considerable knowledge of Contracting Officer's Technical Representative concepts and principles.
- Working knowledge of Project Management concepts and principles.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Works independently; receives broad lateral guidance from staff officer and receives taskings from the Contract Program Manager in coordination with the Government Task Manager.
Given: Provides first-line supervision to other contract surge logistics officers.
Work Environment: Depending on assignment, work is primarily performed in an office environment and may including conditions vary from an office environment where work is primarily sedentary to environments where extensive standing and/or walking; bending; lifting light to heavy objects or being exposed to noise, dust, dirt, etc. is expected.
Tools used in this occupation: General office equipment, office moving equipment, forklifts, hand tools.
Technology used in this occupation: Agency acquisition system, Word, Excel, Access, Internet, various internal databases to request services, travel and complete accounting.
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40. Subject: (PST) Surge Logistics Support Officer - Full Performance (DC)(TS Lifestyle)
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:12:16 -0400
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Surge Logistics Support Officer - Full Performance - Top Secret with Lifestyle Polygraph
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Surge-Logistics-Full-Lifestyle-ZK@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Top Secret SCI with Lifestyle Polygraph
Long Summary: This is a full performance level position work within the Surge Logistics Support occupational specialty with officers generally located in various Directorates, Components and Staffs throughout the Agency. At the full performance level, incumbents work independently with minimal supervision and are responsible for assisting with the purchase of materials and services for area of assignment; coordinating and administering processes for the transportation of material and people; maintaining inventories of goods and materials for area of assignment; coordinating with Facilities Management in the implementing of office moves, renovations, and maintenance. Based on assignment, incumbents may serve as team leaders or first-line supervisors to other contractors; prioritizing and delegating other contractors' work assignments, providing technical direction and guidance to other contractors. Based on assignment, incumbents may assist Contracting Officer Technical Representative in a full range of contracting activities in coordination with contracting officer.
Short Summary: Provide Surge Logistics Support services to Agency mission partners worldwide on a Temporary Duty (TDY) or Permanent Change of Station (PCS) basis. Perform property control functions, assist in the procurement of supplies and material, ship documents or material, manage vehicle fleet, assist with movement of office furniture/equipment, perform office Project Management functions, perform General Support Services, and perform Warehouse/Transportation functions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Successful completion of a 4 years progressively responsible work experience comparable at the developmental level in a logistical assignment.
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Special certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities: The Surge Logistics Officers discipline is highly diverse and are described below are dependent on the office of assignment.
1. Assist with purchasing of materials and services within area of assignment to include:
- Ordering materials through a variety of internal and external sources; validating customer requirements against regulations and estimates costs.
- Tracking credit card and account for purchases.
- Reconciling routine to moderately complex financial statements to ensure expenses are properly recorded; reconciling accounts payable to ensure accuracy and funding availability; reviewing bills/invoices for accuracy; and resolving discrepancies with vendors.
2. Coordinate the process for transportation of material and people.
- Coordinates the transportation of goods through established transportation processes; arranges for transportation of material; coordinates shipment and receipt of materials; using established guidelines where possible, determines best shipping method based on customer, cargo type and consignee requirements.
- Responds to courier and chauffeur requests; resolves scheduling problems.
3. Maintain inventories of goods and materials for area of assignment.
- Processes inventory requests and validates receipt of goods and materials against requirements; ensures inventory requests are fulfilled.
- Coordinates the maintenance of a fleet of vehicles by maintaining table of vehicular allowances and tracking database; ensures vehicles are maintained.
- Performs property accounting; plans and conducts property inventory and reconciles property discrepancies.
4. Coordinate with Facilities Management in the implementation of office moves, renovations, and maintenance.
- Implements office moves; establishes schedules and procedures; ensures proper numbers of staff are available.
- Assists Facilities Management in office renovations by serving as a liaison to customers and construction workers.
- Schedules routine office maintenance; works with Facilities Management to ensure offices are properly maintained.
- If assigned to the NRO, coordinates with Facilities Management and Communications to relocate computer connections and phones.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to become familiar with Agency and logistics regulations, procedures, policies, and unique authorities.
- Considerable knowledge of various logistics databases and applications.
- Working knowledge of the organizational budget process.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret routine to moderately complex financial statements.
- Ability to assist in the effective planning, organizing and management of resources.
- Ability to effectively make decisions and solve problems effectively and independently.
- Ability to develop an extensive internal/external network of professional working relationships with customers, colleagues, and service providers.
- Oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose and deliver responses to customers' questions in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to interact with customers effectively in resolving moderately complex problems.
- Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and priorities.
- Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds.
- Good judgment and personal initiative in recognizing appropriate action to be taken for completion of tasks.
- Working knowledge of Contracting Officer's Technical Representative concepts and principles.
- Basic knowledge of Project Management concepts and principles.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: Under minimal contractor supervision, exercises independent judgment in accordance with well-established policies, procedures and techniques.
Given: None
Work Environment: Depending on assignment, working is primarily performed in an office environment and may include conditions vary from an office environment where work is primarily sedentary to environments where extensive standing and/or walking; bending; lifting light to heavy objects or being exposed to noise, dust, dirt, etc. is expected.
Tools used in this occupation: General office equipment, office moving equipment, forklifts, hand tools.
Technology used in this occupation: Agency acquisition system, Word, Excel, Access, Internet, various internal databases to request services, travel and complete accounting.
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Subject: (PST) Opportunity - Inventory Management and Property Control - Developmental (DC)(S)
Date: Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:10:34 -0400
Posted By: William Murphy, President & CEO, Piton Science & Technology, 703-349-3879
Inventory Management and Property Control - Developmental - Secret
www.pitonscience.com
Apply online or send resume to:
apply-Inventory-Property-Developmental-Secret-SC@pitonscience.com
Clearance: Secret
Long Summary: This is an entry/developmental performance level position in the Inventory Management occupational specialty with officers generally located in various Directorates, Components and Staffs throughout the Agency, to include Headquarters and other Domestic locations. Positions at this level work under direct supervision by a first line contractor supervisor and at this level has no supervisory authority. This position reports to a first-line contractor supervisor and depending on the incumbents level, requires immediate to direct supervision. At the entry/developmental level, incumbents are responsible for assisting in documenting, logging, issuance, inventory and adjustment of Agency accountable property, customer identified controlled property, and performing other duties as assigned.
Short Summary: Provide property control and inventory management services to Agency customers in the Washington DC metropolitan area.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: None
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Special certifications: None
Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
The Inventory Management and property control discipline is highly diverse. Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities described below are dependent on the office of assignment.
1. Assists in maintaining inventories of goods and materials.
- Processes routine inventory requests by validating receipt of goods and materials against requirements.
- Assists in the property inventory process; helps reconcile property discrepancies; and assists in the retrieval of information from various databases to accurately track and inventory items.
- Assists in maintaining table of vehicular allowances and vehicle tracking databases.
- Assists in maintaining and tracking agency telephones; secure, non-secure and cellular.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Process requests for vehicles and mileage reports
- Prepares usage charts for reporting to GSA
- Distributes parking permits and FASTOLL devices
- Issues component vehicles for short term use, track keys.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Some knowledge of logistics, inventory management, policies and procedures.
- Some basic knowledge of various Logistics/General office databases and applications.
- Basic knowledge of how to read and interpret routine financial statements.
- Oral and written communication skills sufficient to compose and deliver responses to customers' routine questions in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to develop an internal network of professional working relationships within the work unit and with service partners' counterparts in other Offices.
- Ability to interact with customers effectively in resolving routine problems.
- Ability to adapt to changing work requirements and priorities.
- Ability to use good judgment and personal initiative in recognizing appropriate action to be taken for completion of tasks.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
- Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds.
Supervision Received and Given:
Received: At the entry level, incumbents receive immediate supervision; exercises limited latitude and independent judgment.
Given: Close supervision provided by first line contractor supervisor
Work Environment: Depending on assignment, work is primarily performed in an office environment and may including conditions vary from an office environment where work is primarily sedentary to environments where extensive standing and/or walking; bending; lifting light to heavy objects or being exposed to noise, dust, dirt, etc. is expected.
Tools used in this occupation: General office equipment
Technology used in this occupation: Agency Logistical applications; Word, Excel, Access, Internet, various internal databases to request and track data.
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41. Subject: JOB- Senior Communications Specialist- Andrews AFB
Would you please pass along this position description? Thanks so much.
Contact: Please send resumes to ricki.kleinman@logistics-sys.com
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop communication program management plans for operations in the air, space and cyberspace domains to include: network systems operations, information assurance, computer network defense and electronic protection; expeditionary C&I; data links management; spectrum management; information resource management, including CIO duties; systems engineering and architecture design; telecommunications, space, command and control, and flight-line systems maintenance; postal operations
Develop studies that organize C&I acquisition management activities; perform C&I engineering functions; and direct information life-cycle management activities.
Apply knowledge of special-purpose computers and networks; associated software, firmware, and databases; message systems (secure and non-secure); air traffic control, and navigational aids; ground electronic devices and systems; tracking systems for aircraft, satellites, space communications, and guided missiles; electronic weather equipment; and electronic countermeasures devices.
C&I services, functions, and activities are provided in fixed, tactical, airborne and mobile configurations
SKILLS/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• At least 10 years relevant experience in communications and information design, at least 4 of which involved a direct leadership/management role is required.
• Bachelor's degree with a computer/information emphasis
• Documented experience in and working knowledge of Government/defense programs
• Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Must be familiar with Air Force instructions as they pertain to Communications, Information Management, Program Management, Information Solution
Design and Computers
Thanks,
Ricki Heather Kleinman, Esq.
Recruiting/HR Specialist
LOGISTICS SYSTEMS INCORPORATED
A Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
8(a), SDB, MBE & HUBZone Small Business Concern
1100 G Street, NW, Suite 410
Washington, DC 20005
Tel: (202) 347-0821
Fax: (202) 347-1746
Website: www.logistics-sys.com
ricki.kleinman@logistics-sys.com
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42. Subject: Opportunity: Junior to Mid Level Developer (Charlottesville, VA)
Could you please post the following opportunity: Java Database Developer
A junior to mid level developer with experience developing in Java, SQL, and .NET with Oracle and SQL Server back-ends to work in a supporting role to current development staff. The candidate should also have experience working in a CMMI or ISO environment, thereby understanding all facets of best software practices. The candidates will be required to adhere to CMMI processes and procedures, log bugs into ClearQuest, ensure that deliverables and milestones are met, provide input to monthly status reports, and be responsible for participating in reviews.
Position available immediately.
TS SCI required
Great benefits! BCBS Health and Dental. 401K with company match. Paid Time Off. 11 Govt Holidays. Long and short Term disability coverage. Salary negotiable based on experience.
Please Contact Duane Sweeney: dsweeney@onyxgs.com
R/Brent
Brent A. Wildasin
SVP, Chief Operating Officer
Onyx Government Services
Cell: 703-963-8713
Office:703-934-6177
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Subject: [sf-network] Communications Specialist, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:12:27 -0400
VizorNet, Inc. is seeking to fill the following position;
Communications Specialist, Asymmetric Warfare
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related scientific or technical discipline
8 years of direct relevant technical experience may be substituted for education
Serves as a technical expert in areas relevant to the project.
Must be capable of demonstrating experience in conducting analysis and developing solutions and in the application of information technology.
Produces and reviews technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of specific technical area.
Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service, and suggests changes to increase efficiency.
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a 1 year contract renewable on an annual basis
Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated start date of 1 September
Benefits and relocation assistance available
Interested and qualified personnel are encouraged to submit resumes and salary requirements to:
Michael Maston
Senior Vice President, Special Program
VizorNet, Inc.
mmaston@vizornet.com
or
Mark Gatanas
President and CEO
VizorNet, Inc
mgatanas@vizornet.com
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43. Subject: Senior/Lead Program EOD Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:07:27 -0400
VizorNet, Inc. is seeking to fill the following position;
Senior/Lead Program EOD Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare
Graduate of Army, Navy or Air Force EOD School
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, or related scientific /technical discipline. 10 years of direct relevant technical experience in Asymmetric Warfare, IED, C-IED, and Information Operations may be substituted for education.
Serves as a technical expert in areas relevant to the project.
Must be capable of demonstrating experience in conducting analysis and developing solutions and in the application of Asymmetric Warfare and related technologies. Produces and reviews technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of specific technical area.
Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service, and suggests changes to increase efficiency.
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a 1 year contract renewable on an annual basis
Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated start date of 1 September
Benefits and relocation assistance available
Interested and qualified personnel are encouraged to submit resumes and salary requirements to:
Michael Maston
Senior Vice President, Special Program
VizorNet, Inc.
mmaston@vizornet.com
or
Mark Gatanas
President and CEO
VizorNet, Inc
mgatanas@vizornet.com
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44. Subject: Senior/Lead Weapons Technical Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:00:41 -0400
VizorNet, Inc. is seeking to fill the following position;
Senior/Lead Weapons Technical Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare
Masters or Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific /technical discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for academic education.
Serves as a technical expert in areas relevant to the project.
Must be capable of demonstrating experience in conducting weapons analysis and developing solutions in the application of Asymmetric Warfare and related technologies.
Produces and reviews technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of specific technical area.
Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service, and suggests changes to increase efficiency.
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a 1 year contract renewable on an annual basis
Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated start date of 1 September
Benefits and relocation assistance available
Interested and qualified personnel are encouraged to submit resumes and salary requirements to:
Michael Maston
Senior Vice President, Special Program
VizorNet, Inc.
mmaston@vizornet.com
or
Mark Gatanas
President and CEO
VizorNet, Inc
mgatanas@vizornet.com
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45. Senior/Lead Program Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare (DC)(TS)
Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 11:56:03 -0400
VizorNet, Inc. is seeking to fill the following position;
Senior/Lead Program Analyst, Asymmetric Warfare
Masters or Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific /technical discipline, 15 years with Masters/PHD or 20 years with Bachelors. May substitute 15 years of direct relevant experience for Masters/PHD or 10 years of direct relevant experience for Bachelors. For a combined total of 30 years for education & experience.
Serves as a technical expert in areas relevant to the project.
Must be capable of demonstrating experience in conducting analysis and developing solutions and in the application of Asymmetric Warfare and related technologies. Produces and reviews technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of specific technical area.
Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service, and suggests changes to increase efficiency.
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a 1 year contract renewable on an annual basis
Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated start date of 1 September
Benefits and relocation assistance available
Interested and qualified personnel are encouraged to submit resumes and salary requirements to:
Michael Maston
Senior Vice President, Special Program
VizorNet, Inc.
mmaston@vizornet.com
or
Mark Gatanas
President and CEO
VizorNet, Inc
mgatanas@vizornet.com
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46. Subject: Operations Specialist (DC)(TS)
Date: Sun, 22 Aug 2010 11:47:41 -0400
VizorNet, Inc. is seeking to fill the following position;
Senior/Lead Operations Specialist, Asymmetric Warfare
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related scientific or technical discipline.
10 years of direct relevant technical experience in Asymmetric Warfare, IED, C-IED, and Information Operations may be substituted for education.
Serves as a technical expert in areas relevant to the project.
Must be capable of demonstrating experience in conducting analysis and developing solutions and in the application of Asymmetric Warfare and related technologies. Produces and reviews technical documentation reflecting detailed knowledge of specific technical area.
Recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service, and suggests changes to increase efficiency.
Salary commensurate with experience
This is a 1 year contract renewable on an annual basis
Position contingent on contract award with an anticipated start date of 1 September
Benefits and relocation assistance available
Interested and qualified personnel are encouraged to submit resumes and salary requirements to:
Michael Maston
Senior Vice President, Special Program
VizorNet, Inc.
mmaston@vizornet.com
or
Mark Gatanas
President and CEO
VizorNet, Inc
mgatanas@vizornet.com
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47. Subject: IMMEDIATE Opportunity - DIA - Doctrine/Policy Writer (Charlottesville, VA)
Would you please distribute to your network? Thank for your help!
Strategic and Operational Intelligence Writer
Description:
* DIA contract - specifically the DT office
* Charlottesville, VA
* Immediate need
* Salary DOE
Requirements:
* Active TS/SCI
* Intelligence background (MASINT/Imagery a plus)
* Skilled writer with policy/MOA/doctrine writing experience
Jeanine Hinkle
President
The Hinkle Group
www.hinklegroup.net
1.615.517.2355
Jeanine@hinklegroup.net
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48. Subj: Reconsideration Analyst 1 (Jacksonville, FL)
Good afternoon,
Please see the opportunity below for employment in Jacksonville Florida. If you know of someone who meet all of the requirements for this position please have them email directly at david@dakresources.com
TEMP POSITION INFORMATION
Staff Request #: T10-0231-2
Title: Reconsideration Analyst 1 (506015)
WD Category: General Clerk II
MISC: Type 45 WPM
Pay Rate: $11.82/ Hour + $3.35 per hour /SCA
Start Date: TBD
Termination Date: 1000 hours (potential extension)
Status: Full Time
Work Hours: 8 - 4:30 (flexible from 6 - 5:30)
Response Deadline: 8/23/2010 (3:00PM)
Job Duties:
• Support Reconsideration Professionals and Physician Reviewers in the development and research of reconsideration cases.
• Determine if requests for reconsideration are valid and filed to the appropriate jurisdiction.
• Update the case file information into the Quality Letter System (QLS) and Medicare Appeals System (MAS).
• Create correspondence letters (i.e. acknowledgement, dismissal, misroute) in QLS.
• Input appropriate information into QLS to create requests for case files.
• Enter information into QLS upon receipt of case files.
• Route or respond to telephonic and/or written inquiries from appellants about reconsideration or the reconsiderations process from appellants or their legally designated representatives.
• Heavy keying required.
• Critical thinking required.
Must be able to pass a comprehension test given by hiring supervisor. Pass a full background check and drug testing.
Sincerely,
David
David Moorefield
President
DAK Resources, Inc
Service-Disable Veteran Owned Small Business
Small Disadvantage Business
Minority Business Enterprise for State of Florida
MB Security License for State of Florida
Jacksonville Small Emerging Business
841 Prudential Drive 12th Floor
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
www.dakresources.com
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49. Engineering Design Manager (Norfolk, VA)
Position Summary
This position combines the overall development of an architecture and engineering branch office of Mason & Hanger as well as Project Management and Business Development duties. As Office Leader, interviews and recommends for hire various architecture and engineering professional personnel, manages the day to day activities of those personnel, holds regularly scheduled meetings with staff to distribute and manage workload, and coordinates workload and schedules with staff in the main Lexington, KY office to include V.P. Operations, Directors, and Discipline Leads. As Project Manager, manages the scope, schedule, budget and quality of architectural and engineering programs and leads project staff. The Project Manager typically manages client expectations and relationships as well. The Project Manager is responsible for organizing activities for the development, design and construction of projects. In the Business Development role, assists in preparation of proposals and solicitations, conducts calls on existing and potential government clients, and coordinates Business Development activities with the Director of Business Development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
o In coordination with Lexington office, coordinates workload and resources on various projects for personnel assigned to the Norfolk Office.
o Hold regular meetings with staff to distribute workload and communicate on progress of various projects within the Branch.
o Will also be a senior architect or engineer and provide design activities on projects as senior architect or engineer.
o Manages projects from marketing phase through final design.
o Identify potential new projects, market specific architectural, engineering and construction services.
o Control cost, maintain design schedule and regulate quality assurance for all projects. Prepare, track and report on project summary cost. Manage subcontractors to coordinate cost, schedule and performance.
o Act as primary point of contact with client and design team to communicate project needs, schedule and activities.
o Up to 50% travel.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
o Must hold or be able to obtain Top Secret security clearance to work military and secure clients and facilities.
o Must be willing to travel including overseas temporary assignments if required.
o Effective management and leadership skills.
o Effective ability to manage quality, cost and schedule requirements.
o Effective conflict resolution skills.
o Effective communication and presentation skills - verbal and written.
o Broad architectural or engineering experience with a wide variety of project types.
o Strong understanding of client processes.
o Broad understanding of architectural and engineering design and construction as it relates to the federal military market.
o Broad understanding of government military architectural/engineering design/build and construction procurement as applicable.
o Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment while meeting multiple deadlines.
o Knowledge of engineering software products such as AutoCAD and MicroStation.
o Interface with project controls and discipline leads concerning schedules and resources.
o Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelors Degree in Architecture or Engineering; Professional Architect or Engineer, 10 years relevant experience. PMP certification a plus.
Job Posting: Engineering Design Manager, Norfolk, Virginia
Interested? Click on the following link to view the complete job posting and to apply directly online:
https://hr1.dayzim.com/sap/bc/erecruiting/posting_apply?param=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9REY4RjY2Q0ExMDMxQTNGMTg5NUIwMDE0MjIxNEJCNkUmY2FuZF90eXBlPSZwb3N0aW5nX3RleHQ9eWVz&sap-client=400
Paul Bogart
Mason & Hanger
A Day & Zimmermann Company
paul.bogart@masonandhanger.com
www.dayzim.com/careers
www.masonandhanger.com
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50. Subject: Intelligence Watch Officer Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
Importance: High
Here is an update to my earlier job opportunity. Start date is now 30 Sept. Send me you resumes if interested. Thanks.
SCOPE:
The contractor shall provide a broad range of cyber and NetOps analysis for USCYBERCOM. The VENDOR shall create cyber-intelligence products, recommend actions to affect the security of the networks, provide intelligence for Course-of-Action development for offensive operations and perform Cyber analysis necessary to increase informational understanding of nation states, criminal elements, and terrorist entities' computer network operations programs and capabilities. Analysis will also be necessary to ensure the GIG is sufficiently controlled to provide situational awareness of network devices, applications, services, and conduits. This effort will help to ensure information is correctly protected and shared within the DoD, federal, state, and local government counterparts, and our coalition partners and allies.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Top Secret based on SSBI within past 5 yrs; current CI or FS poly preferred
SPECIFIC TASKS:
Intelligence Watch Officer Support
The Contractor shall man a 24 x 7, 365 day-a-year Intelligence Watch Officer position in support of J2 surge operations as needed.
As the J2 representative to the Joint Operation Center (JOC), the Contractor shall assist the Command Duty Officer (CDO) understand, manage, and mitigate incidents on the DoD GIG.
The Contractor shall maintain 24 x 7 communications with the analytical divisions and J2 leadership.
The contractor shall assist in the development and management of daily intelligence reports and briefings.
The Contractor shall update and maintain USCYBERCOM /J2 websites on the NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS, NSANet and Stone Ghost systems.
The contractor shall supply administrative assistance to the J2 directorate as required.
The contractor shall continue to execute tasking with J2 guidance.
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
Work shall be performed at the Government site located in the vicinity of Fort Meade, Maryland.
START DATE:
September 30, 2010
Best regards,
Alan
Alan D. Swain
O-(703) 414-5428
C-(703) 969-5299
F-(866) 313-8103
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