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1. Cyber Targeting Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
2. Intelligence Mission Management Collection and Requirement Analysis Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
3. GIG Threat and Intrusion Intelligence and Cyber Analysis Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
4. Supervisory Maintenance Management Specialist-GS-1601-12 (Round Hill, VA)
5. Legislative & Executive Affairs Analyst (MD)
6. Program Manager (VA)
7. Defense Cyber Investigative Coordination Center (DCICC) Cyber Analysis Support (Ft. Meade, MD)
8. Dive Locker Technicians (Ft. Carson, CO)(S)
9. Capacity Development Officer (Afghanistan)
10. New Equipment Trainer - Crystal City, VA
11. Director of Training (Afghanistan)
12. CH-47 SME (Ft. Rucker, AL)
13. System Architect (Ft. Meade, MD)
14. Train-The-Trainers (Instructor) Afghanistan
15. District Manager in Afghanistan
16. SAP PM (CO)
17. Logistics Specialist (Kirtland Air Force Base - Albuquerque, NM)
18. Latin America Advisor - IMMEDIATE - (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
19. Middle East Advisor - IMMEDIATE (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
20. Threat Operations Planner - IMMEDIATE - (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
21. Administrative Services-HR Unit Lead -0301-12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
22. Carpenter-WG-4607-09 (Round Hill, VA)
23. Information Technology Coordinator-2210-11/12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
24. Planning Specialist-0301-12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
25. Police Officer-GS-0083-06/07 (Round Hill, VA)
26. Supervisory Public Assistance Specialist-0301-12 (Des Moines, IA)
27. Civil Engineer GS-0810-11/12 (New York City, NY)
28. Security Coordinators & Security Managers (Afghanistan)
29. Foreign Service Construction Engineers (OCONUS)
30. Systems Analyst - ASW Programs and Senior System Test Engineer , San Diego, CA
31. San Diego, CA, Junior Program Analyst
32. GIS Analyst and Program Analyst , San Diego, CA:
33. Branch Manager (Los Angeles – California)
34. Topographical Land Surveying, Property Books, IT and Logistics Opportunities (OCONUS)
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1. Subject: Cyber Targeting 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 contractor 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:
Cyber Targeting Support
• The contractor shall provide assistance in developing the processes and procedures to facilitate all-source intelligence analysis, intelligence support to targeting and targeting support
• Assist with long range planning and coordinate intelligence and targeting efforts within USCC, with STRATCOM Headquarters and with other Combatant Commands and with the Intelligence Community
• Assist in the development, vetting and validation of target materials, and with the management of target lists
• Assist with drafting requests for information and assist with modeling to predict effects of computer network operations (CNO)
• Produce required target materials that include, but are not limited to, Electronic Target Folders (ETFs), Target System Analysis (TSA), Battle Damage Assessments (BDA), and technical analysis reports
• Utilize intelligence tools, including MIDB and interfaces such as Morpheus, Gemini, and the Joint Targeting Toolbox (JTT)
• Utilize a wide-range of research and analytic tools and techniques in order to conduct target intelligence, operational research and analysis and to provide recommendations to the J2, J3 and J5 for conducting CNO
• Provide oral and written updates to J2 Leadership
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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2. Subject: Intelligence Mission Management Collection and Requirement Analysis 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 Mission Management Collection and Requirement Analysis Support
The contractor shall provide assistance in the creation of collection strategies, postures, and plans in order to meet USCYBERCON Intelligence and information gaps.
Contractor personnel will assist in the validating, coordinating, drafting, submitting, and maintain of formal USCYEBRCOM Intelligence requirements and requests to the IC through USSSTRATCOM.
Contractor personnel will participate in strategic working groups in order to effectively assist in the planning of long range collection efforts, deconflict and coordinate Intelligence and information needs and requirements that cross organizational boundaries, and facilitate joint collection efforts at the strategic level.
Contractor personnel will also assist in the deconfliction of time sensitive requirements among JIATF-CYBER partners with assistance of designated members of the J2X and other CYBERCOM J2 personnel as needed.
Contractor personnel will assist in the planning and management of organic collection assets through the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance planning process.
Contractor personnel will assist in the coordination of non-organic collection activities supporting USCYBERCOM missions and goals.
Contractor personnel will assist in the validation, deconfliction, and consolidation of assigned/attached service J2 elements Intelligence requirements.
Contractor personnel will assist in the development, revision, and maintenance of the Command Priority Intelligence Requirements as well as support the collection planning of Operational Planning Teams and other working groups operating within the command
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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3. Subject: GIG Threat and Intrusion Intelligence and Cyber Analysis 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 assistance in developing processes and procedures designed to facilitate all-source intelligence analysis of the foreign threat picture in support of USCYBERCOM- components, the USCYBERCOM staff and Commander. The Contractor shall maintain visibility of events occurring both within the U.S. government systems and internationally as directed to identify possible relationships to current and databased intelligence. The contractor shall provide assistance in developing the processes and procedures to facilitate all-source intelligence analysis support to United States Cyber Command (USCC) Commander, the USCC J2 staff and the USCC Components. The contractor will assist with long range planning and coordinate intelligence efforts within USCC, with STRATCOM Headquarters and with other Combatant Commands, with Defense Industrial Base partners, and with the Intelligence Community.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Top Secret based on SSBI within past 5 yrs; current CI or FS poly preferred
SPECIFIC TASKS:
GIG Threat and Intrusion Intelligence and Cyber Analysis Support
• The contractor shall provide all-source analytical support to computer network operations (CNO) to include production of cyber related Intelligence Estimates.
• The Contractor shall produce special reports and assessments related to specific incidents and trends concerning threats to the GIG as required.
• The Contractor shall conduct Indications and Warning (I&W) analysis to assist in predicting potential against the DOD GIG.
• The contractor shall respond to the J2 for threat identification of activity directed against DoD systems.
• The Contractor shall evaluate international events, all-source and open-source intelligence, and operational information to assist in the assessment of potential impacts to the DOD GIG and alert the USCYBERCOM and parent command structure to potential network exploitation or attacks. Using these techniques and taking advantage of web-based research tools, the contractor shall match potential threat candidates with the J3 identified activity, produce reports and/or briefs, and make intelligence-derived recommendations to the J2/J3 for the defense of the affected network.
• The Contractor shall assist in editing all reports and report formats for content and clarity as needed in support of J2, USCYBERCOM Phase I and II intelligence reporting.
• The contractor may develop and present in-depth intelligence briefings and presentations concerning nation-state and non-state actor capabilities and activities, specific actor profiles, and incidents affecting DoD communications networks.
• The contractor shall assist in the management of daily intelligence reports and bulletins and web sites on the classified networks.
• The Contractor shall maintain communications as directed with intelligence representatives at USCYBERCOM Service components, other Combatant Commands, parent command, Department of Homeland Security, National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC), NSA, CIA, DIA, Joint Staff J2/JCS, and other organizations as designated.
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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4. Job Title: Supervisory Maintenance Management Specialist-GS-1601-12 (Round Hill, VA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91454-EAH-377443D/M
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 - $97,333.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Tuesday, September 07, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1601-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Round Hill, 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.
This position is located in the Production Control Branch, Operations and Maintenance Division (O&M), Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), Federal Emergency Management Agency. The incumbent serves as Chief, Production Control Branch, and is responsible for the administrative management of O&M maintenance activities and programs.
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 - Round Hill, VA
Organization: DHS/FEMA, Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center, Operations and Maintenance Division, Production Control Branch
Primary Purpose: The incumbent serves as Chief, Production Control Branch, and is responsible for the administrative management of O&M maintenance activities and programs.
Specific Duties:
This is a developmental position with promotion potential to the GS-13. At the full performance level, the incumbent will:
• Supervise a group of employees performing work up to and including the GS-11 level in the Federal service.
• Provide administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the unit.
• Direct the work in the Branch to administer the O&M Division's work management system, using computer software programs and paper documents.
• Develop short and long-range work schedules and coordinate with the Facility Management Branch to ensure proper scheduling of work.
• Manage and coordinate the O&M division excavation permit program by receiving excavation requests from tenants, contractors, and MWEOC divisions.
• Manage and coordinate the purchase of materials not stocked in the warehouse for Facility Management Branch shops.
• Ensure adequate number of branch personnel are certified Contracting Officer's Technical Representatives (COTR), and perform COTR functions for assigned contracts.
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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 leading or supervising a group of employees using work management system computer software programs to schedule and track the preventive and corrective maintenance programs at a large facility.
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 supervise employees in carrying out the scheduling, coordination, tracking, analysis, and reporting on the site's maintenance management program.
2. Knowledge of facility maintenance management theory and systems, including automated work management systems.
3. Ability to coordinate and track multiple high priority, fast turnaround work orders and provide coordination with multiple groups.
4. Ability to manage the purchase of a wide variety of materials and equipment.
5. Ability to manage a maintenance help desk.
6. Knowledge of project management and ability to perform as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative to manage assigned projects.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for Merit Promotion: 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.
DRUG TESTING: Applicants for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Employees are required to wear an electronic pager and maintain a working telephone in their residence at all time and be on call.
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 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 Tuesday, September 07, 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: MG377443. 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: MG377443
• 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:
Beth Hough
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: BETH.HOUGH@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22603
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. Legislative & Executive Affairs Analyst (MD)
Anyone who thinks they would be a fit can contact me directly at the below contact information and I'll get them connected with our HR staff.
The position will be with the PricewaterhouseCoopers PMO supporting the National Intrepid Center of Excellence aboard Bethesda in Maryland. Position overview includes
Serves as liaison between client and Congressional and Executive Branch officials and staff and other stakeholders (including state and local governments, interest groups and constituents) to disseminate accurate, timely information
Researches, monitors and analyzes federal legislation, regulations and other actions, including those proposed, that affect client; advise and assist client with proactive and responsive strategy
Collaborates with federal government partners to develops answers to Congressional, Executive Branch and stakeholder inquiries
Coordinates and facilitates outreach efforts with Congressional and Executive Branch officials and staff and other stakeholders to build and maintain effective working relationships
Prepares client for testimony or congressional meetings, as necessary
Assists the leadership team with management of daily and weekly activities and issues, ad-hoc administrative and scheduling duties related to legislative and executive affairs
Serves on the strategic communications team and assists with all governmental affairs
Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to quickly analyze and summarize information (including legislation and regulations) in a manner which is concise yet comprehensive
Must be able to understand and interpret the political environment
Must have experience in governmental affairs; experience with DoD and/ or VA issues ideal
Must be efficient, organized, flexible, and detailed-oriented
Must have the ability to multitask and/or re-direct actions to quickly assume additional tasks as needed
Must have experience using MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
S/F
John
John A. Koenig | Warrior Care Mission Support Group | PricewaterhouseCoopers | Telephone: +1 703 918 6280 | Mobile: +1 703 994 5997 | john.a.koenig@us.pwc.com
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6. Program Manager (VA)
If you meet the minimum requirements please email your resume to lillian.hill@idealinnovations.com.
The successful candidate plans and develops capture strategies, task order strategies, methods and procedures for implementing the overall IDIQ and individual task orders, directs and coordinates overall IDIQ activities, coordinates sub-contractors execution of task orders, exercises control over personnel responsible for the functions or phases of a task order, and acts as the capture manager, under the direction of Business Development, for proposals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Ø Responsible for program growth, marketing new technology and/or follow-on business acquisition.
Ø Acts as the capture manager for the IDIQ.
Ø Directly interacts with the Customer to ensure all deliverables meet cost, schedule and performance requirements.
Ø Coordinates sub-contractor execution of task orders, ensuring they are meeting task order requirements.
Ø Confers with staff and task order managers/leads to explain program and individual responsibilities for the functions and phases of a program.
Ø Coordinates with the appropriate Vice President/General Manger in selecting personnel according to knowledge and experience in an area with which a task order is concerned. This includes the selection of sub-contractor leads and personnel.
Ø Directs and coordinates personally, or through subordinate managerial personnel, activities concerned with implementation and carrying out objectives of a task order.
Ø Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified task order objective and modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attain objectives.
Ø Prepares IDIQ program reports for superiors. Oversees IDIQ planning, budgeting and scheduling as prepared by staff personnel.
Ø Ensures that task order expenditures are in accordance with budget allocations. May specialize in managing government programs and/or highly technical programs.
Ø Manages subcontractors to assure program performance. Serves as primary customer contact and must be able to provide technical and programmatic advice to clients, subcontractors, and staff.
Ensures adherence to IDIQ and task order master plans and schedules, develops solutions to program problems, and directs the work of those assigned from various departments or areas of organization.
Required/Desired Education and Experience:
• Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Business
Desired: Master’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Business
• Required: Five (5) years of Program Management experience to include: Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning
Desired: Eight (8) years of Program Management experience to include: Technology Assessments, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning and Budget Planning
• Required: Eight (8) years of relevant experience in intelligence, biometrics or forensics
Desired: Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience in intelligence, biometrics or forensics
• Required: Two (2) Years experience with INSCOM customer
Desired: Four (4) years experience with INSCOM customer
• Required: Four (4) years in management positions
Desired: Six (6) years as a manager of programs
• Required: Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures. Requires specific experience in presenting briefing and results to "high-level" Government Officials
• Desired: Two (2) years in business development or marketing
Individual qualification requirements may be waived at the direction of the responsible Vice President/General Manager.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Candidates for this position will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship required. All individuals must hold a TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.
Some travel may be required.
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7. Subject: Defense Cyber Investigative Coordination Center (DCICC) Cyber Analysis 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 contractor 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:
Defense Cyber Investigative Coordination Center (DCICC) Cyber Analysis Support
• The contractor shall provide assistance in developing processes and procedures designed to facilitate coordination and deconfliction of planned and on-going DoD intrusion investigations and incident response actions
• Analyze ongoing Information Assurance/Computer Network Defense related activities and make recommendations from a law enforcement (LE) perspective to the Commander, USCYBERCOM to protect the DOD GIG
• Maintain visibility of non-DoD cyber events occurring both within U.S. government systems and internationally to identify possible relationships to current and available intelligence
• Provide media analysis assessments and computer threat analysis from an LE perspective
• Maintain communications with LE representatives in the DCICC, counterintelligence representatives within the USCYBERCOM J2X, USCYBERCOM Service components, Combatant Commands, Military Services, Dept of Homeland Security/National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC), Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3), and the National cyber Investigative Joint Task Force (NCIJTF) to identify changes in the cyber environment
• Produce special reports and assessments related to specific cyber incidents and trends as required
• Maintain cognizance of overall network intrusion trends, analysis and operations related to computer network defense within the DoD and national level communities
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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8. Subject: Dive Locker Technicians (Ft. Carson, CO)(S)
> We are in need of a DVO 4 (Dive Locker Technician - Engine) for Ft.
> Carson, CO.
>
>
> Position description:
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> - Be familiar with all aspects of the 30/35 HP Johnson and the
>Evinrude Engines to include all major components, type fuels both engines
>use, manufacture of engines and parts, electrical components, rigging
>procedures and diagnostics tools and procedures.>
>
> - Be familiar with the overall maintenance operations of both
>the 30/35 HP Johnson and Evinrude engines.>
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> - Past experience working in a Dive Locker is most preferred.
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> - Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance.
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> - Travel will be required.>
>
> If you are interested please contact Michelle Tennant at
>910-826-2548 or michelle.tennant.ctr@sofsa.mil A detailed (not bulleted)
>resume will be required so please have it ready to provide when you contact
>me.
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Michelle Tennant
>
> Employment Recruiter II
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> 231 Meed Court Ste 104
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> Fayetteville, NC 28303
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> Office: 910-826-2548
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> Fax: 910-826-2525
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> michelle.tennant.ctr@sofsa.mil
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9. Subject: Capacity Development Officer (Afghanistan)
Please forward to your network. Thank You!
This is an IMMEDIATE need. We'll be more than happy to go in greater detail. Please forward resume to Maurice.Graham@thelincgroup.com and Ronnie.Gordon@thelincgroup.com if you are interested and qualified for the position. BOOTS ON THE GROUND NLT 6 SEPTEMBER 2010
http://www.thelincgroup.com
Capacity Development Officer
Linc Government Services was formed to meet the unique challenges of military and other governmental agencies mission support services. Today we are a global provider of integrated facility management services, military base operations and management, training, inland waterways, and other government contracting services.
From health facility services to facility management to base operations and more, we know how critical it is for mission support services to be comprehensive, reliable, and cost-effective. We specialize in a wide variety of mission support services including base operations, construction, facility services and subject matter expert staffing services for the Department of Defense and other federal and state agencies.
Drawing upon years of experience, Linc delivers performance-based services on time and on budget. Our innovative, full complement of services is reliable, results-oriented and cost-effective. Our capabilities include:
• Administrative support services
• Base operating services
• Logistics support services
• Operations and maintenance
• Leadership development and operations support
• Education and training
For more information, visit www.lincgs.com.
Linc Facility Services has an immediate opening for a Capacity Development Officer in Afghanistan
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Capacity Development Officer shall report to the Director of Training to implement the Capacity Development Program as outlined by the Statement of Work. As such, the CDO will implement training programs to accompany the class materials and equipment to develop technical capacity for the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of facilities and utility systems within the ANSF. Monitors capacity development and reports after each student is trained. Reports include items such how the employee is employed (Contract or ANSF), progression of the employees, and key aspects to evaluate development, such as relevance, ownership and sustainability. Defines goals for the maximum involvement of Afghan personnel in the management, supervision, professional and technical fields, as well as at the worker personnel levels in the performance of this contract. Compiles data and provides reports pertaining to Afghan involvement over the life of the project.
Monitors the programs to ensure that they meet intended outcome (capacity development of the ANSF O&M ability), so that relevant learning can feed back into the program management and future program design. Collects the views of clients and end users of the relevant services, and utilizes them as proxies to measure capacity enhancement. Monitors training impacts should include both the immediate benefits to the individual trainee as well as the effects on organizational capacity.
Ability to travel in and around Afghanistan under applicable security precautions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters Degree (preferred) with 5-10 years of practical experience or Bachelors Degree with 10+ years practical experience in a related field. 5 - 10 years Facilities Maintenance experience with a minimum of 3 years previous management experience
• Experience in O&M is preferred, but at a minimum the Capacity Development Officer must have experience in curriculum development, educational planning and management, or a similar field.
• Secret clearance desired
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills. Good knowledge of the USG procurement system and O&M functions. Ability to perform under pressure, in a potentially hostile environment, and work effectively as a leader and team member in a multi-cultural environment. Skills with graphics a plus.
• Operational knowledge of automated building system
Analytical/Interpersonal Skills: (below are examples)
• Well organized, hard worker, team player
• Strong Analytical experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills in a fast paced environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Linc Group is committed to diversity in the workplace.
Thank you!!!!
Ronnie Gordon
Recruiting Manager | Human Resources
Linc Government Services | Fayetteville, North Carolina
A Linc Group Company
Work: (910) 425-4900 Ext 321 | Mobile: (910) 489-4647 | Fax: (910) 425-5110 | Other:
Email: ronnie.gordon@lincfs.com | http://www.thelincgroup.com
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10. Subject: New Equipment Trainer - Crystal City, VA
Max,
Hope all is well! Would appreciate it if you could share the below listed job with the network. Contact info is included - happy to discuss via email or phone. Work is funded and ongoing, interviews are underway. The person selected can start anywhere from two to three weeks (quick turnaround).
New Equipment Trainer
Responsibilities and Duties:
The Reger Group requires a New Equipment Trainer to develop the initial Concepts of Operations and tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) for proposed technologies, as well as assist in the development of evaluation plans for continental United Stated (CONUS) based testing. The New Equipment Trainer will coordinate with the training organizations of all branches of the services to address the impacts of rapid fielding on training and combat development. The trainer will develop new equipment training packages for operators and maintainers and facilitate the initial training and new equipment transition for units operating the new equipment. Draft or coordinate J-3/7 actions regarding JIEDDO support to the Joint Forces Command (JFCOM) J7 for: OEF and OIF Joint Event Exercise Life Cycles, CIED tasks on the Universal Joint Task List (UJTL) (Coordinate JIEDDO actions to act as Subject Matter Organization in the UJTL development community for revising CIED tasks on the UJTL), and CIED requirements on the JFCOM High Interest Training Requirements list. Draft or coordinate J-3/7 actions to improve JIEDDO CIED Road through War support in pre-deployment training by helping establish along with JTCOIC, COIC, JCOE, JET, WTI: Road through War Training Models for deploying forces, Training Synchronization Initiatives, coordinate and synchronize JIEDDO engagement with deploying forces in the training cycle. Develop, support individual JIEDDO engagement events e.g., first contact, academics, etc. Cross walking commanders' CIED training requirements to JIEDDO provided CIED training support for Joint Concept for Attack the Network (AtN). Consolidate standard JIEDDO Program of Instruction (POI) for CIED Battle Staff Training. JIEDDO contributions for CIED doctrine to JFCOM. Draft or coordinate other briefs/white papers/CONOPs for random concepts and tasks. Support to JIEDDO Technology Outreach Conference (JTOC), Cross-briefs, etc., when needed. Attend conferences in support of the JIEDDO mission. Mission Rehearsal Exercise (MRX) Support Coordination: provide support for participation in unit Mission Rehearsal Exercises by interfacing and coordination with JFCOM, J-7 Exercise Program and Service Battle Command Training Programs. Identification of all MRX-related requirements IED training support. Deployment of training plans and curricula. Synchronization of headquarters staff in execution of required training support.
Required:
Top Secret clearance.
Candidates must have at least four years of related experience.
Adept with Microsoft Office and superb communication skills: oral and written.
Eli Linthicum
REGER Family Owned Businesses
2052 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 107
Stafford, VA 22554
540.658.3136 office
540.630.6313 cell
540.659.3945 fax
eli.linthicum@regermail.com
www.regerlink.com
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11. Subject: Director of Training (Afghanistan)
Please forward to your network. Thank You!
This is an IMMEDIATE need. We'll be more than happy to go in greater detail. Please forward resume to Maurice.Graham@thelincgroup.com and Ronnie.Gordon@thelincgroup.com if you are interested and qualified for the position. BOOTS ON THE GROUND ASAP
http://www.thelincgroup.com
Director of Training
Linc Government Services was formed to meet the unique challenges of military and other governmental agencies mission support services. Today we are a global provider of integrated facility management services, military base operations and management, training, inland waterways, and other government contracting services.
From health facility services to facility management to base operations and more, we know how critical it is for mission support services to be comprehensive, reliable, and cost-effective. We specialize in a wide variety of mission support services including base operations, construction, facility services and subject matter expert staffing services for the Department of Defense and other federal and state agencies.
Drawing upon years of experience, Linc delivers performance-based services on time and on budget. Our innovative, full complement of services is reliable, results-oriented and cost-effective. Our capabilities include:
• Administrative support services
• Base operating services
• Logistics support services
• Operations and maintenance
• Leadership development and operations support
• Education and training
For more information, visit www.lincgs.com.
Linc Facility Services has an immediate opening for a Director of Training in Afghanistan
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Training will be responsible for overall program planning, program management, scheduling, and supervision or team leader responsibilities for all OJT Trainers and OJT Site Leaders. The DT shall be the OJT responsible employee and lead for all AED personnel involved in contract administration as well as the lead point of contact for other cooperating stakeholders on this contract. This position is responsible for program wide implementation and corresponding evaluation of the overall execution of OJT training as required by the Statement of Work to ensure the program is successfully fulfilling the performance factors required therein.
The Director of Training will also be responsible for daily or as required interface with the US Government representatives for this contract, as well as provide daily or as required interface with the contract Prime (ITT) and the training subcontractor ATVI (an Afghani company). Oversees the Capacity Development Officer to ensure that program objectives and milestones are being met. Prepares reports as required by the SOW using PowerPoint, Excel, or any other Office Suite programs required.
Develops internal and external SOP's for each management and function area IAW the SOW. Reports all work accomplished under the contract and shall furnish the workload data in a format compatible with USG accounting systems. Develops a physical security plan and maintains a security checklist. Reports to the LGS Afghanistan Program Manager or Operations Manager as determined by the VP of Operations.
Ability to travel in and around Afghanistan under applicable security precautions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters Degree (preferred) with 5-10 years of practical experience or Bachelors Degree with 10+ years practical experience in a related field. 5 - 10 years Facilities Maintenance experience with a minimum of 3 years previous management experience
• Experience in O&M is preferred, but at a minimum the Capacity Development Officer must have experience in curriculum development, educational planning and management, or a similar field.
• Secret clearance desired
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Masters Degree (preferred) with 5-10 years of practical experience or Bachelors Degree with 10+ years practical experience in a related field.
• Experience in O&M is preferred, but at a minimum the Director of Training must have experience in curriculum development, educational planning and management, or a similar field
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Good knowledge of the USG procurement system and O&M functions. Ability to perform under pressure, in a potentially hostile environment, and work effectively as a leader and team member in a multi-cultural environment.
• Skills with graphics a plus.
• Ability to travel in and around Afghanistan under applicable security precautions. Secret clearance desired.
Analytical/Interpersonal Skills: (below are examples)
• Well organized, hard worker, team player
• Strong Analytical experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills in a fast paced environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Linc Group is committed to diversity in the workplace.
Ronnie Gordon
Recruiting Manager | Human Resources
Linc Government Services | Fayetteville, North Carolina
A Linc Group Company
Work: (910) 425-4900 Ext 321 | Mobile: (910) 489-4647 | Fax: (910) 425-5110 | Other:
Email: ronnie.gordon@lincfs.com | http://www.thelincgroup.com
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12. CH-47 SME (Ft. Rucker, AL)
Mr. Dan Baxter
TRADOC Capabilities Manager-Lift
CH-47 Program Analyst
DRC
Fort Rucker, AL 36352
(334)255-2079
DSN 558-2079
Job Description
Provide Operational and Technical analysis and expertise to TCM Lift, PM Cargo and other agencies relative to the CH-47 fleet with emphasis on the CH-47F aircraft. Evaluate proposed modifications for impact on Operational capabilities, RAM and ILS. Represent TCM Lift on various working groups that impact the CH-47 fleet.
Skills/Attributes
- CH-47 weapon system background, CH-47F experience highly desirable.
- JCIDS experience desired, aircraft requirements development expertise a major plus
- Avionics Systems including JTRS, JPALS, ADS-B, RNP/RNAV, and Alt Comms Integration
- Situational Awareness Systems to include:
Development of VMF message sets
Development of TSA symbology requirements
Development of Airspace Coordination Measures Integration
- Interface with HQDA G3/5/7, G8, on CH-47 utilization and capabilities
- Aviation Mission Planning for CH-47
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13. Subject: Job: System Architect (Ft. Meade, MD)
System Architect/Senior Engineer
Responsibilities / Expectations
Candidate will participate in system architecture development, trade-offs, system analysis/requirements definition, system design and develop hardware and software requirements for enterprise-wide information sharing applications and services. Candidate will be expected to generate system artifacts ( i.e., requirements, use cases, scenarios, etc.) and be comfortable using system modeling tools. Candidate will also analyze information sharing applications for the integration of security/information assurance and participate in new business development. Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills are required for interfacing with customer community and good interpersonal skills are required for working with the integrated team.
Specific Knowledge
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or System Engineering
Minimum of 8 years experience in system engineering with at least 5 years experience in architecture development, enterprise services and information assurance.
Experience in Network and Network Management, System Level Certification and Accreditation, Cross Domain Solutions, Digital Policy Management, Identity Management, Key Management, and/or PKI is preferred.
Applicant must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
Additional Information
Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
Top Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance, and U.S. Citizenship is required.
Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation ( EBI) for this position.
Relocation - YES, with a great package
David Brumfield
Technical Recruiter
VACOTECHNOLOGY
3901 Westerre Parkway, Suite 120
Richmond, Virginia 23233
O: 804-282-2700
M: 804-687-9395
AIM: davidbrumfield1
www.vaco.com
dbrumfield@vaco.com
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14. Subject: Train-The-Trainers (Instructor) Afghanistan
Please forward to your network. Thank You!
This is an IMMEDIATE need. We'll be more than happy to go in greater detail. Please forward resume to Maurice.Graham@thelincgroup.com and Ronnie.Gordon@thelincgroup.com if you are interested and qualified for the position. BOOTS ON THE GROUND ASAP
http://www.thelincgroup.com
Train-The-Trainers (Instructor)
Linc Government Services was formed to meet the unique challenges of military and other governmental agencies mission support services. Today we are a global provider of integrated facility management services, military base operations and management, training, inland waterways, and other government contracting services.
From health facility services to facility management to base operations and more, we know how critical it is for mission support services to be comprehensive, reliable, and cost-effective. We specialize in a wide variety of mission support services including base operations, construction, facility services and subject matter expert staffing services for the Department of Defense and other federal and state agencies.
Drawing upon years of experience, Linc delivers performance-based services on time and on budget. Our innovative, full complement of services is reliable, results-oriented and cost-effective. Our capabilities include:
• Administrative support services
• Base operating services
• Logistics support services
• Operations and maintenance
• Leadership development and operations support
• Education and training
For more information, visit www.lincgs.com.
Linc Facility Services has an immediate opening for Train-The-Trainers (Instructor) of Operations and Maintenance Services in Afghanistan The Contractor shall provide O&M services necessary to accomplish Formal Vocational, On-The-Job-Training (OJT), Job Shadowing and Managerial Training for skilled& trade employees at selected key ANSF sites, facilities and satellite locations in Afghanistan. The Contractor shall design a program of instruction that utilizes a combination of classroom and experiential learning to train selected students in the trades identified below.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Train-The-Trainer (Instructors) directly reports to the District Manager and will be responsible for overall program training
Electrical Trainer (2 ea): Subtasks include General Electrical, Generator Operations, HVAC, Welding and Metal Works, High Voltage Linesman. Experience in all subtasks is necessary.
Plumbing Trainer (2 ea): Subtasks include general plumbing and sewage treatment.
Building Trades Trainer (2 ea): Subtasks include general painting, general carpentry, locksmith, and general masonry.
Roads and Grounds Trainer (2 ea): Subtasks include environmental management, pest management, and hazardous waste management.
Project Operations Trainer (2 ea): Subtasks include fire/safety officer, supply clerk, real property management, accounting, and foreman training, QA/QC, and operations management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Shall be fully qualified and certified in accordance with US regulations in Tasks the contract is to instruct.
• 5-10 years of practical experience with Facilities Maintenance experience with a minimum of 3 years previous management experience
• Secret clearance desired
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• 5-10 years of practical experience in a related field.
• Experience in O&M is required, and must have experience in program management, or a similar field.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills. Good knowledge of the USG procurement system and O&M functions.
• Ability to perform under pressure, in a potentially hostile environment, and work effectively as a leader and team member in a multi-cultural environment.
• Skills with graphics a plus.
• Ability to travel in and around Afghanistan under applicable security precautions.
Analytical/Interpersonal Skills: (below are examples)
• Well organized, hard worker, team player
• Strong Analytical experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills in a fast paced environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Linc Group i
Ronnie Gordon
Recruiting Manager | Human Resources
Linc Government Services | Fayetteville, North Carolina
A Linc Group Company
Work: (910) 425-4900 Ext 321 | Mobile: (910) 489-4647 | Fax: (910) 425-5110 | Other:
Email: ronnie.gordon@lincfs.com | http://www.thelincgroup.com
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15. Subject: District Manager in Afghanistan
Please forward to your network. Thank You!
This is an IMMEDIATE need. We'll be more than happy to go in greater detail. Please forward resume to Maurice.Graham@thelincgroup.com and Ronnie.Gordon@thelincgroup.com if you are interested and qualified for the position. BOOTS ON THE GROUND ASAP
http://www.thelincgroup.com
District Manager
Linc Government Services was formed to meet the unique challenges of military and other governmental agencies mission support services. Today we are a global provider of integrated facility management services, military base operations and management, training, inland waterways, and other government contracting services.
From health facility services to facility management to base operations and more, we know how critical it is for mission support services to be comprehensive, reliable, and cost-effective. We specialize in a wide variety of mission support services including base operations, construction, facility services and subject matter expert staffing services for the Department of Defense and other federal and state agencies.
Drawing upon years of experience, Linc delivers performance-based services on time and on budget. Our innovative, full complement of services is reliable, results-oriented and cost-effective. Our capabilities include:
• Administrative support services
• Base operating services
• Logistics support services
• Operations and maintenance
• Leadership development and operations support
• Education and training
For more information, visit www.lincgs.com.
Linc Facility Services has an immediate opening for a District Manager in Afghanistan
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The District Manager directly reports to the Director of Training and will be responsible for overall program planning, program management, scheduling, and supervision or team leader responsibilities for all OJT Trainers and OJT Site Leaders at their respective sites. The DM shall be the OJT responsible employee and lead for all AED personnel involved in contract administration in his/her respective districts. This position is responsible for regional implementation and corresponding evaluation of the overall execution of OJT training as required by the Statement of Work to ensure the program is successfully fulfilling the performance factors required therein.
Responsible for daily or as required interface with Trainers, QAQC personnel, US and Afghan Government personnel, as well as daily or as required interface with the Director of Training and Capacity Development Officer. Prepares reports as required by the SOW using PowerPoint, Excel, or any other Office Suite programs required. Also responsible for some QA/QC work.
Implements internal and external SOP's for each management and function area IAW the SOW. Reports all work accomplished under the contract and shall furnish the workload data to the Director of Training as needed or required by the SOW. Implements a physical security plan and maintains a security checklist.
Ability to travel in and around Afghanistan under applicable security precautions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Masters Degree (preferred) with 5-10 years of practical experience or Bachelors Degree with 10+ years practical experience in a related field. 5 - 10 years Facilities Maintenance experience with a minimum of 3 years previous management experience
• Experience in O&M is preferred, but at a minimum the Capacity Development Officer must have experience in curriculum development, educational planning and management, or a similar field.
• Secret clearance desired
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Bachelor's degree with 5-10 years of practical experience in a related field.
• Experience in O&M is required, and must have experience in program management, or a similar field.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills. Good knowledge of the USG procurement system and O&M functions.
• Ability to perform under pressure, in a potentially hostile environment, and work effectively as a leader and team member in a multi-cultural environment.
• Skills with graphics a plus.
• Secret clearance desired.
Analytical/Interpersonal Skills: (below are examples)
• Well organized, hard worker, team player
• Strong Analytical experience
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills in a fast paced environment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Linc Group is committed to diversity in the workplace.
Ronnie Gordon
Recruiting Manager | Human Resources
Linc Government Services | Fayetteville, North Carolina
A Linc Group Company
Work: (910) 425-4900 Ext 321 | Mobile: (910) 489-4647 | Fax: (910) 425-5110 | Other:
Email: ronnie.gordon@lincfs.com | http://www.thelincgroup.com
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16. Subject: SAP PM (CO)
Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:05:34 -0500
Need SAP PM with some knowledge of JDA Demand Fulfillment
Location: Colorado
Duration: 6 months
Rate: open
Andrew Merz
AMerz@rmitechnologies.net
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17. Subject: Opportunities - Logistics Specialist (Kirtland Air Force Base - Albuquerque, NM)
LOGZONE, Inc is seeking resumes of personnel with prior military experience to support SMDC opportunity at Kirtland Air Force Base (Albuquerque, NM) Š below you will find the scope of work ,,, Military personnel from any branch of service who believe they have the necessary skills should send resumes to David E. Cole at david.cole@logzoneinc.com Š
Job description:
Senior Logistics Specialist (Lead) for all inventory management and controls at Kirtland AFB, NM as a part of the mission support effort that provides inventory control services to establish and manage Property Accountability, Dispose of Property as directed, and perform data entry procedures. Supports inventory management and controls operation at their assigned location. Responsible for maintaining accountability for government assets and resources, in support of daily operations. Responsible for receiving, bar coding, storage, security and disposal or redistribution of mission related supplies and equipment. Responsible for the comprehensive inventory of 21 facilities and maintenance of detailed and up to date records of resources located in those facilities. Advises Government personnel on logistics operations, processes, and best practices. Manages the disposal of out of date and broken resources through the Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO). Responsible for directing personnel in establishing supply and inventory management functions and maintained Property book Unit Supply Enhancement (PBUSE) and Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARRS). Experienced at storage, movement, and tracking of materials, merchandise and equipment.
Duties include receiving, inspecting, inventorying, loading, unloading, segregating, storage, issue, delivery and turns-in organization and installation equipment using ETID. Prepare unit/organizational supply documents. Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment. Secure and control supplies and equipment. Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance as necessary. Inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance with established procedures. Coordinate supply activities. Review and annotate changes to material condition status report. Post transactions to organizational and installation property books and supporting transaction files. Reconcile problems in automated supply accounting system. Determine method of obtaining relief from responsibility for lost, damaged and destroyed items. Must possess excellent oral and written skills in English and be able to adapt to rapid changes in a positive manner, work to tight deadlines, and be able to track action items and resolve complex issues.
Job Requirements:
Must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance
Military Experience (any branch)
Bachelors degree in Business or other Management related field preferred.
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years experience required. (May be substituted for Bachelors degree)
Working knowledge of Army Supply System (PBUSE), and Electronic Turn-In Document System (eTIDS), FEDLOG
Must be able to Operate a Forklift
Logistics Specialist:
Assists at maintaining automated supply system for accounting of organizational equipment and supplies. Assists at maintaining all administrative supply and supporting document files. Receive, inspect, inventory, load, unload, segregate, store, issue, deliver and turns-in organization and installation equipment. Operate unit level computer. Prepare unit/organizational supply documents. Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment. Secure and control supplies and equipment. Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance as necessary. Prepare equipment for turn in to Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO).
Job Requirements:
Must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance.
Military Experience (any branch)
High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience required.
Candidates must possess the ability to use a personal computer. Ability to type at least 30 wpm with an emphasis on almost error-free capabilities. Attention to detail.
Must be trained or experienced at using the Property Book and Unit Supply-Enhanced (PBUSE) and Electronic Turn-In Document System (ETIDS), FEDLOG.
Must be willing to Operate a Forklift
Locations: Kirtland Air Force Base (Albuquerque, NM)
Dave
David E. Cole
President
LOGZONE, Inc
SB, SDB, VOSB, SDVOSB
V: (256) 319-8080, ext 106
C: (256) 509-7192
F: (256) 319-8181
E: david.cole@logzoneinc.com
david.e.cole@us.army.mil
website: www.logzoneinc.com
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18. Subject: Latin America Advisor - IMMEDIATE - (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:11:53 -0400
From: "Rebecca Woolson"
Job Title: Latin America Advisor
Silverback7, a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned small business located in Woodbridge, VA has an immediate opening for a Latin American Advisor to support the Army Directed Studies Office (ADSO), Fort Belvoir, VA.
Type Position: Direct Addition
Security Clearance: Current Top Secret SCI clearance required. Successful candidates are required to sign a non-disclosure statement.
Level of Education: Bachelor's degree or higher
Years of Experience: 10 years of Latin American experience.
Expected Start Date: Immediately
Travel: Local, CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required up to 20% or more including travel to hazardous duty areas. A valid U.S. driver's license and valid unrestricted U.S. passport required.
Job Description: Work as a member of a Government and contractor team seeking to replicate a threat organization hostile to U.S. interests. Specific duties include: Serve as a subject matter expert on Latin America to include military and political groups, cultural identity, demographics, political and security issues, economic system and goals, intelligence activities, and future challenges; Serve as a member of a Latin American cell that provides collection and analytical support to larger planning and operations efforts that address problems of interest in support of the Chief of Staff of the Army (CSA) / Vice Chief of Chief Army (VCSA) supporting Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), Army Service Component Commands, the Joint Staff and other DoD organizations. Use emulative and alternative analysis and task/concept analysis in the areas of insurgency, terrorism, conventional operations, information operations, and asymmetric warfare to produce products. Work with and briefing senior officers on highly-creative products developed by this team. Provide unique perspectives on the activities that may be performed by groups under study.
Required Experience/Skills: Latin American generalist with prior time in-country. Must speak Spanish or Portuguese. Subject matter level expertise in Latin American military and political groups, cultural identity, demographics, political and security issues, economic system and goals, intelligence activities, and future challenges. Must have experience in the military decision making process (MDMP) as it relates to plans and operations. Must have the ability to perform critical analytical thinking, possess the technical skills required for in-depth expert analysis, and be skilled in the production and presentation of high quality products. Must be expert communicators with strong briefing skills and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must possess outstanding professionalism and the ability to work / collaborate effectively with team members on a daily basis. Must have the ability to translate products and conclusions into national security policy impacts.
Desired Experience/Skills: Multiple degrees are a plus.
SB7, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
All resumes should be sent to Rebecca at rwoolson@silverback7.com. To speak in more detail about the opportunity contact Sasha at 703-490-9009 x 112 or 917-763-6393.
Respectfully,
Rebecca Woolson
Silverback7, Inc.
(703) 490-9009 ext. 172
rwoolson@silverback7.com
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19. Subject: Middle East Advisor - IMMEDIATE (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:12:02 -0400
From: "Rebecca Woolson"
To:
Job Title: Middle East Advisor
Silverback7, a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned small business located in Woodbridge, VA has an immediate opening for a Middle Eastern Advisor to support the Army Directed Studies Office (ADSO), Fort Belvoir, VA.
Type Position: Direct Addition
Security Clearance: Current Top Secret SCI clearance required. Successful candidates are required to sign a non-disclosure statement.
Level of Education: Bachelor's degree or higher
Years of Experience: 10 years of Middle Eastern experience.
Expected Start Date: Immediately
Travel: Local, CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required up to 20% or more including travel to hazardous duty areas. A valid U.S. driver's license and and valid unrestricted U.S. passport required.
Job Description: Work as a member of a Government and contractor team seeking to replicate a threat organization hostile to U.S. interests. Specific duties include: Serve as a subject matter expert on the Middle East to include military and political groups, cultural identity, demographics, political and security issues, economic system and goals, intelligence activities, and future challenges; Serve as a member of an intelligence fusion cell that provides collection and analytical support to larger planning and operations efforts that address problems of interest in support of the Chief of Staff of the Army (CSA) / Vice Chief of Chief Army (VCSA) supporting Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), Army Service Component Commands, the Joint Staff and other DoD organizations. Use emulative and alternative analysis and task/concept analysis in the areas of insurgency, terrorism, conventional operations, information operations, and asymmetric warfare to produce products. Work with and briefing senior officers on highly-creative products developed by this team. Provide unique perspectives on the activities that may be performed by groups under study.
Required Experience/Skills: Middle Eastern generalist with prior time in-country. Must speak Arabic. Subject matter level expertise in Middle Eastern military and political groups, cultural identity, demographics, political and security issues, economic system and goals, intelligence activities, and future challenges. Must have experience in the military decision making process (MDMP) as it relates to plans and operations. Must have the ability to perform critical analytical thinking, possess the technical skills required for in-depth expert analysis, and be skilled in the production and presentation of high quality products. Must be expert communicators with strong briefing skills and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must possess outstanding professionalism and the ability to work / collaborate effectively with team members on a daily basis. Must have the ability to translate products and conclusions into national security policy impacts.
Desired Experience/Skills: Multiple degrees are a plus.
SB7, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
All resumes should be sent to Rebecca at rwoolson@silverback7.com. To speak in more detail about the opportunity contact Sasha at 703-490-9009 x 112 or 917-763-6393.
Respectfully,
Rebecca Woolson
Silverback7, Inc.
(703) 490-9009 ext. 172
rwoolson@silverback7.com
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20. Subject: Threat Operations Planner - IMMEDIATE - (Fort Belvoir) (TS/SCI)
Date: Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:11:34 -0400
Job Title: Threat Operations Planner
Silverback7, a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned small business located in Woodbridge, VA has an immediate opening for a Threat Operations Planner and Contractor Team Lead to support the Army Directed Studies Office (ADSO), Fort Belvoir, VA.
Type Position: Direct Addition
Security Clearance: Current Top Secret SCI clearance required. Successful candidates are required to sign a non-disclosure statement.
Level of Education: Bachelor's degree or higher
Years of Experience: 10+ years of plans and operations experience.
Expected Start Date: Immediately
Travel: Local, CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required up to 20% or more including travel to hazardous duty areas. A valid U.S. driver's license and valid unrestricted U.S. passport required.
Job Description: Work as a member of a Government and contractor team seeking to replicate a threat organization hostile to U.S. interests. Specific duties include: preparing briefings and conducting all-source research to characterize designated threat organizations; Manage operational planning and application of ADSO techniques; Respond to operational taskings from the director of ADSO in support of DoD, JCS, and Army service programs; Employ emulative threat analysis and replicate adversary operational planning in support of critical mission planning processes throughout HQDA; Develop close liaison with counterparts in INSCOM, Army Service Component Commands, the Joint Intelligence Centers, and national intelligence community organizations to ensure synchronization of meetings, briefings, conferences, and training events. Perform duties as required as the contractor site lead and Deputy to the Plans Officer.
Required Experience/Skills: Prior experience with the military decision making process (MDMP) as it relates to plans and operations. Must have the ability to perform critical analytical thinking, possess the technical skills required for in-depth expert analysis, and be skilled in the production and presentation of high quality products. Must be expert communicators with strong briefing skills and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must possess outstanding professionalism and the ability to work / collaborate effectively with team members on a daily basis. Must have the ability to translate products and conclusions into national security policy impacts.
Desired Experience/Skills: Multiple degrees and foreign language capability are a plus. Prior IO experience also desirable.
All resumes should be sent to Rebecca at rwoolson@silverback7.com. To speak in more detail about the opportunity contact Sasha at 703-490-9009 x 112 or 917-763-6393.
SB7, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
Respectfully,
Rebecca Woolson
Silverback7, Inc.
(703) 490-9009 ext. 172
rwoolson@silverback7.com
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21. Job Title: Administrative Services-HR Unit Lead -0301-12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91210-KCD-368351COR
SALARY RANGE: $68,809.00 - $89,450.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Monday, September 06, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 13 months
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Des Moines Metro area, IA
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.
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA. The incumbent is responsible for a range of administrative and human resources functions to ensure the efficient operations and effective coordination with other DHS/FEMA components.
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 temporary appointment in the Excepted Service NTE 13 months.
• 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 - Des Moines Metro area, IA
Organization: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA.
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to provide a range of administrative and human resources functions to ensure the efficient operations and effective coordination with other DHS/FEMA components.
Specific Duties:
• The incumbent is responsible for processing new hires and tracking of personnel, documenting and processing claims for accidents and injuries occurring during recovery activities.
• Implements training policies and procedures for the development of IRC employees' skills and provides coordination for training programs.
• Serves as Lead Timekeeper.
• Develops, prepares and disseminates information and reports used by management to monitor operations and guide decision-making on disaster recovery operations and staffing.
• Assists the Branch Director in managing the Compensation/Claims Unit to ensure that: 1) all documentation related to workmen's compensation is correctly completed and that files of injuries/illnesses associated with the incident are maintained, and that 2) the investigation of all claims involving damaged property associated with the incident are handled properly.
• Supervises administrative employees in a variety of functions.
• Provides advice and counsel to employees on work and administrative matters and may effect disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area.
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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.
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:
PUBLIC TRUST: 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.
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.
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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 Monday, September 06, 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 MG368351. 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 MG368351
• 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 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:
Karla C. Denney
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: KARLA.C.DENNEY@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: Carpenter-WG-4607-09 (Round Hill, VA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91451-EAH-377203D/M
SALARY RANGE: $23.96 - $28.02 /hour
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Tuesday, September 07, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: WG-4607-09
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 09
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Round Hill, 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.
This position is located in the Operations and Maintenance Division, Facility Management Branch, Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center, Federal Emergency Management Agency. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks in various trades involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings and structures.
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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Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Round Hill, VA
Organization: DHS/FEMA, Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center, Operations and Maintenance Division, Facility Management Branch, Carpenter Section
Primary Purpose: The incumbent performs a variety of tasks in various trades involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings and structures.
Specific Duties:
The incumbent will:
• Perform work that involves the construction, alteration, repair and modification of buildings and structures such as cabinets, doors, windows, interior and exterior trim, siding, trusses, steps, staircases, floors, roofs, rafters, framework, as well as carpet and other flooring materials.
• Select,cut, turn, shape, join, bond, fit, assemble, and decorate wooden materials and parts, using a full range of hand and power woodworking tools, machines, and techniques.
• Plan, measure, and lay out carpentry projects by interpreting complex or incomplete instructions, sketches, blueprints, and building codes.
• Perform painting or coating work by accepted methods of the trade and by highly specialized methods applying coating techniques that insure surfaces have a smooth texture and decorative appearance which meets the thickness and level requirements.
• Sweep and clean shop areas, clean tools, and equipment in order to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The following Job Elements are used to obtain specific evaluation information concerning your knowledge, skills, and abilities. You must answer the job questionnaire in order to evaluate your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Individual must have had experience of sufficient scope and quality to have acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of the position as evidenced by demonstrated ability or potential in the following job elements. Applicants must have an overall rating on these elements which exceeds the satisfactory level to be considered best qualified.
SCREEN OUT FACTOR:
1. Ability to do the work of a Carpenter with no more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS:
2. Ability to interpret instructions and specifications.
3. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
4. Knowledge of materials and standard procedures.
5. Ability to perform work safely.
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.
Employees are required to wear an electronic pager and/or cellular phone and maintain a working telephone in their residence at all times and be on call.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: All applicants are required to pass a pre-employment medical examination provided at government expense.
DRUG TESTING: Applicants for this position may be required to submit to a urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
WORKING CONDITIONS: When working in shop areas, exposed to moderate or high noise levels from operating machinery, sawdust in the air, glue fumes, and hazards associated with woodworking and related power equipment. Work is performed inside and outside, with exposure to prevailing weather conditions and hazards of working on and around scaffolding and ladders. Exposure to dirt, spray, and fumes may be present. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. Occasionally expose to the possibility of broken bones. May be required to wear protective equipment or clothing.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Due to the nature of the work, heavy lifting and physical exertion may be required during normal day-to-day and emergency operations. As a result, the incumbent will be required to lift up to 50 lbs on a recurring basis and may be required to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time. The incumbent may work from scaffolds, ladders, or platforms. Frequent bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching may be required and the incumbent must be able to work in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods, including performing physically strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. The incumbent may work overtime hours as required.
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 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 Tuesday, September 07, 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: MG377203. 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: MG377203
• 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:
Beth Hough
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: BETH.HOUGH@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22603
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: Information Technology Coordinator-2210-11/12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91200-KCD-370817COR
SALARY RANGE: $57,408.00 - $89,450.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Monday, September 06, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-2210-11/12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 13 months
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Des Moines Metro area, IA
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.
The incumbent for this position will serve as Network Coordinator for the IRC and reports to the Logistics Branch Director. The employee is responsible for establishing and maintaining informations systems to provide ongoing support, necessary for the successful operations. The employee is charged with managing the installation and maintenance of the information network for the IRC. The incumbent plans, develops, installs, integrates, and maintains existing local area networks (LANS) consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures.
This position is being announced under FEMA's CORE Program (Cadre of on-call Response/Recovery employees). These postiions 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 temporary appointment in the Excepted Service NTE 13 months.
• 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 - Des Moines Metro area, IA
Organization: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA.
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to manage the installation and maintenance of the information network of the IRC. The incumbent will plan, develop, install, integrate and maintain existing local area networks (LANS) consistent with existing or planned network infrastructures.
Specific Duties:
• Oversees installation of new or modified LAN or WAN segments including hubs, switches, routers and cabling infrastructure.
• Prepares equipment specifications, layouts, cost estimates, user training, and system documentation.
• Performs or coordinates hardware installations and cable expansions or installations.
• Participates in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and documents network software including network operating systems (NOS) and applications.
• Identifies and applies new security patches to the NOS or applications residing on the network.
• Identifies error codes causing malfunctions and corrects the problems; notifies appropriate support function of problem areas, and inserts vendor supplied patches into the operating system.
• Provides temporary patches to the LAN operating system until a permanent fix is received from the appropriate support function.
• Participates in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and documents network hardware including routers, hubs switches and modems and maintains the appropriate equipment inventory to ensure that sufficient spare equipment is on hand to replace failed equipment and to maintain continued integrity of the network.
• Analyzes network equipment and software reliability, using real time monitoring techniques and tools, to identify and define problem areas.
• Maintains computer and telecommunications performance levels.
• Coordinates and initiates corrective action to optimize utilization of present equipment and provides recommendations for upgrades or enhancements to support future requirements.
• Plans and executes difficult and complex assignments and develops new methods, approaches, and procedures and provides advice on a wide range and variety of IT issues.
• Interprets IT policies, standards, and guidelines and conducts analyses and recommends resolutions of network issues.
• Plans and oversees hardware and/or software installations; analyses configuration management, processes and procedures and develops action plans to ensure effective configuration management.
• Resolves customer support requests involving a wide variety of different platforms, operating systems, applications, and desktop configurations and identifies problems using structured problem resolution approaches.
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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 planning, analyzing, designing, developing, implementing, operating, maintaining and/or enhancing complex computer networks and associated hardware/software.
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
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:
Education obtained in an accredited college or university may be substituted for specialized experience at the GS-11 level. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.
For GS-11: Successful completion of a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. If qualifying all or in part based on your education, you must submit a copy of your academic transcripts or a list of college courses with credit hours, dates completed, and grade point average or class ranking to verify education when applying. I this information is not provided, your education will not be considered. If selected for this position, you will have to provide an official copy of your transcripts prior to entering on duty.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited education institute in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Please visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.opm/gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s@-e4.htm#e4a for additional information of this topic.
There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-12 level.
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 investigation, the completion of the investigation and 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. 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.
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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 Monday, September 06, 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: MG370817. 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: MG370817
• 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:
Karla C. Denney
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: KARLA.C.DENNEY@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.
Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
24. Job Title: Planning Specialist-0301-12 (Des Moines Metro area, IA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91316-KCD-376247COR
SALARY RANGE: $68,809.00 - $89,450.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Monday, September 06, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 13 months
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Des Moines Metro area, IA
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.
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA. The incumbent serves as a Planning Specialist and reports to the IRC Deputy Director to provide planning support for long-term recovery operations for the State of Iowa's disasters caused by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding.
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 temporary appointment in the Excepted Service NTE 13 months.
• 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 - Des Moines Metro area, IA
Organization: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose for this position is to provide planning support for long-term recovery operations for the State of Iowa.
Specific Duties:
• Formulates plans for IRC activities and identifies the need for resources.
• Responsible for the collection, analysis, dissemination, and use of information about the development of the incident or long-term recovery activities and the status resources.
• Responsible for maintaining incident documentation and tracking resources assigned to the incident.
• Prepares plans for demobilization of staff and resources as long-term recovery operations proceed toward closeout.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations on the staffing levels needed to accomplish Planning Section responsibilities, sets priorities, and coordinates tasks and projects.
• Coordinates with IRC managers and staff to review operations, special projects, long and short range plans, and other operational considerations, and participates in planning conferences with managers to obtain information pertaining to planning.
• Leads a group of employees in performing planning support for long-term recovery operations.
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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.
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 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.
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.
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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 Monday, September 06, 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: MG376247. 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: MG376247
• 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:
Karla C. Denney
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: KARLA.C.DENNEY@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. Job Title: Police Officer-GS-0083-06/07 (Round Hill, VA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91456-EAH-378550D/M
SALARY RANGE: $43,114.00 - $62,288.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Tuesday, September 07, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0083-06/07
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 07
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Round Hill, 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.
This position is located at the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center, and the incumbent serves as a Police Officer in the Police Branch of the Emergency Services Division. The incumbent maintains law and order and protects life, property, and the civil rights of individuals.
This position is being announced to All US Citizens at the GS-06 level only. Both the GS-06 and GS-07 levels are being announced under Merit Promotion and Noncompetitive.
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.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
• Lautenberg Certification required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Round Hill, VA
Organization: This position is located in the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), Emergency Services Division, Police Branch.
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to maintain law and order and to protect life, property, and the civil rights of individuals.
Specific Duties:
This position is a developmental position with promotion potential to the GS-07. At the full performance level, the incumbent:
• Enforce Federal laws and regulations for the protection of persons and property while carrying firearms.
• Make arrests without a warrant for any offense against the United States committed in the presence of the officer or agent or for any felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if the officer or agent has reasonable grounds to believe that the person to be arrested has committed or is committing a felony.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas issued under authority of the United States.
• Conduct investigations, on and off Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center, of offenses that may have been committed against property owned or occupied by the Federal Government or persons on the property; and carry out such other activities for the promotion of homeland security.
• Prepare incident reports and other appropriate documentation relevant to breaches of the peace, acts of violence, theft of Federal or personal property, and other violations committed on Federally owned or controlled property at the facility.
• Patrol facility grounds and structures to prevent and detect theft, damage, or unauthorized entry.
• Monitor alarm systems, closed circuit television systems, and telephone and radio networks.
• Transport and destroy classified material.
• Within delegated authority, conduct long and short-term investigations when solutions cannot be achieved during the course of a normal shift to detect and apprehend individuals committing acts of violence, theft of Federal property, or other breaches of the peace.
• Coordinate with U.S. Attorneys and other local, state, and Federal law enforcement personnel for them to accept cases for prosecution, and provide assistance in successfully solving crimes.
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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 that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills.
This position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition. Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not qualified for this position. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense.
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 (GS-07 ONLY): Must have completed FLETC's Uniform Police Training Program or equivalent FLETC basic police training program prior to appointment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (KSAs):
1. Knowledge of local, state, and federal law involved in law enforcement work.
2. Ability to enforce law and order.
3. Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.
4. Ability to investigate, analyze facts, and prepare reports.
5. Ability to use and handle firearms.
Time-in-Grade Requirements for Merit Promotion: General Schedule (GS) 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-05 level for the GS-06 and 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.
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.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.
Employees are required to wear an electronic pager and maintain a working telephone in their residence at all times and be on call.
DRUG TESTING: Applicants for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: All applicants are required to pass a pre-employment medical examination provided at government expense.
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: The duties of the position require moderate to arduous physical exertion and/or duties of a hazardous nature. All applicants must have good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, and ability to hear the conversational voice. Applicants for initial entry will be required to obtain a medical examinations, at government expense. Employees in positions involving arduous physical exertion are subject to annual medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position. The history or presence of significant psychiatric disorder is disqualifying for police officer positions that entail the use of firearms.
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR QUALIFICATION: Candidates must have, or obtain within 30 days after appointment, an automobile driver's license currently valid in the state in which they are domiciled, and have a satisfactory safe driving record.
At the GS-06, it is mandatory (if not already completed) that the individual selected satisfactorily complete either the Uniform Police Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, Georgia, within the first year of employment or as soon thereafter as the government makes the training available. This training and any travel involved will be at the expense of the government.
At the GS-07, applicant must have satisfactorily completed the Uniformed Police Training Program, Mixed Basic Police Training Program, or the Criminal Investigator Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, Georgia.
Employees work rotating, 12-hours shifts, as scheduled (including holidays and weekends).
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 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 Tuesday, September 07, 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: MG378550. 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: MG378550
• 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.
GS-07 candidates must attach a copy of their FLETC certification.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Beth Hough
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: BETH.HOUGH@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
PO Box 9900
Winchester, VA 22603
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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26. Job Title: Supervisory Public Assistance Specialist-0301-12 (Des Moines, IA)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2010-91197-KCD-368042COR
SALARY RANGE: $68,809.00 - $89,450.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, August 23, 2010 to Monday, September 06, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 13 months
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Des Moines Metro area, IA
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.
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA and is responsible for the implementations and coordination of Public Assistance programs in support of the long-term recovery process.
This position is being announced under FEMA's CORE Program (Cadre of on-call Response/Recovery employees). These postiions 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 temporary appointment in the Excepted Service NTE 13 months.
• 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 - Des Moines Metro area, IA
Organization: Department Of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region VII, Iowa Recovery Center (IRC), Des Moines Metro Area, IA
Primary Purpose: The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the implementation and coordination of Public Assistance programs in support of the long-term recovery process.
Specific Duties:
• Manage, monitor, evaluate, and implement recovery assistance programs of the DHS/FEMA Public Assistance Program.
• Makes recommendations to management for further action to improve performance.
• Compiles data for further program analysis.
• Investigates and analyzes adverse quality trends or conditions and initiates corrective action or identifies areas requiring further analysis. Makes recommendations for improvements to senior staff.
• Represents the Public Assistance Branch Director on various issues and negotiates with key Federal, state, and local officials on controversial issues, or to gain acceptance of recommendations or program issues.
• Reviews and evaluates existing strategies and communication plans for disseminating information about changes in the Public Assistance program and determines the most effective means of disseminating information to the concerned organizations or individuals.
• Perform administrative and human resource management functions for the staff supervised, including establishing guidelines and performance expectations for staff members.
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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.
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:
PUBLIC TRUST: 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.
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.
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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 Monday, September 06, 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 MG368042. 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 MG368042
• 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 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:
Karla C. Denney
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: KARLA.C.DENNEY@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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27. Job Title: Civil Engineer GS-0810-11/12 (New York City, NY)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-201091490-SEG-376736-D/M
SALARY RANGE: $64,729.00 - $100,859.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, August 20, 2010 to Friday, September 03, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0810-11/12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
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 functions as the technically responsible specialist for a broad range of engineering studies and revisions necessary to determine the risk and probable extent of flood and other natural hazards.
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
Organization: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region II, New York, NY, Mitigation Division.
Primary Purpose: the incumbent functions as the technically responsible specialist for a broad range of engineering studies and revisions necessary to determine the risk and probable extent of flood and other natural hazards.
Specific Duties:
• Recommends technical direction and coordinates within the Mitigation Division and the Risk Analysis Branch regarding flood risk studies and mapping.
• Reviews completed work for technical adequacy of results and to determine conformance with FEMA policies, procedures, and methods.
• Collaborates with Federal Agencies, State agencies, and local governments in the development and review of flood hazard information.
• Identifies and defines study and mapping standards and recommends modifications so that hazard maps and studies reflect current policy and legal requirements.
• Formulates guidelines and specifications for the planning and engineering aspects of flood, mudslides, and erosion studies to ensure that flood risk studies will provide a basis for insurance rating and sound floodplain management measures.
• Actively serves on technical committees requiring knowledge of local and regional water resource planning, hydraulics, hydrology, and related natural hazards.
• Prepares replies to Congressional and other correspondence concerning specific natural hazard studies.
• Reviews and resolves appeals of the flood risk data and mapping.
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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...the concepts, theories, principles, practices, and techniques of civil engineering with emphasis on hydrology, hydraulic, statistical analysis, and computer modeling.
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, or experience in civil engineering and in particular with surface water hydrology, open channel hydraulics and related computer programs and hazard mapping.
2. Knowledge of the principles, concepts and practices associated with the field of floodplain management and how federal, state and local governments interrelate.
3. Ability to conduct meetings, present concepts in public forums, and respond in writing to information requests from various sources.
4. Knowledge of and experience in the principles and concepts of building sciences and structural engineering, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), and engineering economics as it relates to Benefit/Cost Analysis (BCA).
5. Experience in building partnerships and/or coordination activities with Federal, State and/or local entities 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-09 level for the GS-11 and 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: 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 (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: MG376736. 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: MG376736
• 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:
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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28. ISDM is seeking Security Coordinators & Security Managers for ongoing work on US and NATO bases in Afghanistan. Rotation and pay is competitive and commensurate with experience level.
Security Coordinator Minimum Qualifications
Former US Military Police E-5 or above.
US Citizen with a DoD Secret Clearance or ability to quickly obtain one.
Recent security experience in Afghanistan or Iraq desired.
Civilian Law Enforcement experience desired.
Personnel must be ready to deploy CONUS NLT 19 Sept 2010.
Security Manager Minimum Qualifications
Former US Military Police E-7 or above.
US Citizen with a DoD Secret Clearance or ability to quickly obtain one.
Recent security experience in Afghanistan or Iraq desired.
Civilian Law Enforcement experience desired.
Personnel must be ready to deploy CONUS NLT 19 Sept 2010.
Interested and qualified personnel should send their resumes along with scanned copies of their DD214s (member-4-copy) to:
employment@isdmllc.com
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29. Subject: Accepting applications for Foreign Service Construction Engineers
We are pleased to inform you that we are accepting applications for Foreign Service Construction Engineer positions. Click here (http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTk3MjcyMCZtZXNzYWdlaWQ9UFJELUJVTC05NzI3MjAmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD0xMDAxJnNlcmlhbD0xMjc2NjAzNDk2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z2VyYXJkLm1ldG95ZXJAbmF2eS5taWwmdXNlcmlkPWdlcmFyZC5tZXRveWVyQG5hdnkubWlsJmZsPSZleHRyYT1NdWx0aXZhcmlhdGVJZD0mJiY=&&&100&&&http://careers.state.gov/specialist/opportunities/constructeng.html) for more information, and to start the online application process.
The deadline to submit completed applications is September 24, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
All potential applicants are strongly urged to read the entire vacancy announcement to ensure that they meet all of the requirements for this position before applying.
Applicants must be American citizens and at least 20 years old to apply and at least 21 years of age to be appointed. By law, all career candidates must be appointed to the Foreign Service prior to the month in which they reach age 60.
We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.
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30. Systems Analyst - ASW Programs and Senior System Test Engineer , San Diego, CA:
A. Systems Analyst - ASW Programs
Active DOD Secret Clearance Required
Position Description
TRABUS is seeking a Systems Analyst to provide analysis and a variety of engineering support services to the US government in the area of Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW). The Candidate will have familiarity with ASW or undersea sensors and its employment, as well as tactical use of the ocean environment. Systems engineering tasks will range from architecture and design review, program support in product development, fielding, installation, operations, and sustainment of ASW systems. Candidate must also have familiarity with System Engineering principles: Requirements management, risk management, RMA, Command and Control, and logistics associated with DoD ASW missions. Candidates with prior military or government experience are preferred.
Responsibilities
• Under supervision, perform analysis or a variety of engineering support tasks which are broad in nature and concerned with design and implementation of software, and support facilities and/or equipment.
• Plans and performs engineering analysis, research, design review, and other assignments in conformance with design, engineering, and customer specifications.
• Provide support for the technical/engineering for ASW systems and auxiliary components.
• Participate in Systems Engineering tasks such as requirements definition, requirements decomposition, and analysis; CONOPS validation, configuration and change control.
• Perform systems analysis and engineering functions related to existing undersea sensor systems currently being utilized.
• Provide risk management support for key programmatic decisions to support the undersea surveillance programs. Maintain a comprehensive risk management plan.
• Support pre-production and production engineering for applicable ASW systems.
• Provide Reliability, Maintainability, and Availability; and Human Systems Integration (HSI) engineering services in support of applicable ASW systems.
• Provide support to existing Integrated Data Environment (IDE) systems in place with government offices.
• Support of the T&E efforts within the Program Office.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline (Science or Engineering) or a related field with at least 6 years direct experience in Sensors or Command and Control systems. Without a degree, at least 10 years of direct experience.
• Must possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with some experience working on Federal Government programs (Department of Defense desired).
B. Senior System Test Engineer
Active DOD Top Secret Clearance Required
Position Description
TRABUS is seeking a Senior Test Engineer who will support government sponsored research, development, integration, test, fielding, and operation of such systems, including adaptation and extension of commercial systems to novel applications and environment. Basic knowledge of networks, basic communications infrastructure, and RF systems is required. Candidates must be able to develop Test Plans, Test Procedures, execute procedures, isolate issues, and perform regression testing or retests as required for success system deployment. Candidate must be available to travel for field test and data collection/analysis of results. Candidates with past military or government experience with recent or current active Top Secret security clearances are preferred.
Responsibilities
• Gain familiarity with communications systems intended for deployment to support in- field testing, operations and maintenance. Work closely with Government Furnished Equipment to master all aspects of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and employment.
• Develop Test Plans and Procedures for systems, prepare and deliver Test Readiness Reviews to management, customers, and stakeholders.
• Participate in planning all field activities associated with GFE communications systems including logistics, security, and administrative tasks.
• Execute test procedures, isolate and document issues, communicate results, and manage expectations with management.
• Oversee deficiency reporting and tracking program associated with each system undergoing test.
• Perform regression testing, interoperability testing, and component testing to support program testing objectives.
• Act as a program advisor for all test and integration matters. Communicate status, issues, and resolution of issues to management, government customers, and appropriate stakeholders.
• Monitor programmatic impacts that result from test/integration issues and communicate results and corrective actions to management.
• Maintain a comprehensive risk management strategy that includes: risk identification, risk classification, risk handling, and risk resolution.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines (Hardware, Software, and Systems) to provide an integrated testing approach to all test/integration evolutions.
Qualifications
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or a related field with at least 12 years direct experience in communications engineer or network engineering.
• Must possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written), lead multi-discipline teams, and exercise judgment in difficult field environments
• Mature, outstanding character and demeanor, able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with some experience working classified special projects
• Wireless communications experience a significant plus
POC: Gina, gina@trabus.com
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31. TCI Opportunity, San Diego, CA, Junior Program Analyst
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 related data. Assist with coordination and discussion efforts between internal program stakeholders and external DoN communities, conduct presentations, and
support the collection and dissemination of program.
Please apply online @teleinc.com
POC: Lucy Jensen, (310)455-2002, lucy@military-civilian.com
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32. GIS Analyst and Program Analyst , San Diego, CA:
A. GIS Analyst
Overview: We are a small rapidly growing business, centrally located in San Diego, looking for a GIS Analyst with CAD experience in the SDE environment.
Technical Qualifications:
• Five or more years of experience using ESRI's ArcGIS software products
• Five or more years experience with CAD
• Extensive experience working with ArcSDE and Spatial Analysis / Geoprocessing Tools
• Intergrate data between CAD and ArcSDE / ArcGIS
Other Requirements:
• Experience with cultural and environmental analysis and utilities datasets
• Rectify discrepancies between CAD and GIS data by georeferenceing, edgematching and rubbersheeting existing datasets.
• Ability to effectively analyze and solve problems through a systematic and logical approach
• Ability to work with confidential data and maintain confidentiality
• Good verbal and written communication skills, to be able to interact effectively with both customers and technical staff members
• Works well in a team environment
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with clients
• Maintain enthusiasm for learning and pushing technical limits and finding new solutions
• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience or training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered
If you meet all the minimum requirements and would like to apply for this position, please email your résumé to sdelacruz@t3w.com. Please include a cover letter that includes your salary history and availability. No relocation expenses will be provided.
B. Program Analyst I and II, Navy Environmental Compliance Program
Looking for a candidate that has experience with the Navy Environmental Financial Program, including planning, developing and monitoring the financial progress of the MILCON Program, Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Program, Centrally Managed Funds for environmental projects, non-appropriated funded program, Other Direct Cite, reimbursable type funding, and unspecified minor construction. We require a 2 year degree (or equivalent certification) in accounting, finance or other business-related field OR the equivalent (minimum 3 years) demonstrated work experience in accounting, finance or other business-related field. Must be U.S. Citizen and be able to pass National Agency Check.
Knowledge Required
• Possess a wide range of program management skills in order to analyze and develop recommendations for improvements in program operations and objectives.
• Basic statistical, accounting, budget and economic principles and techniques. Skill in applying complex fact-finding, analytical and problem solving methods and techniques to identify interrelated program problems, draw conclusions and recommend appropriate action or solutions to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Skill in oral and written communication to prepare and present recommendations and solutions regarding complex issues based on analysis and evaluation, including the preparation and presentation of reports, proposals, charts and graphs, etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with and gain confidence and cooperation of supervisors and managers to accept proposals on complex issues.
Job Description
Military Construction
• Monitoring the progress of the current year design program. Formulating the MILCON design budget requirements through coordinating with all the project stakeholders. Ensuring budget year design projects, current working estimates (CWES) and schedules are in place and accurate. Assisting in prioritizing project requirement. Providing detailed financial analysis and status of MILCON design project requirements. Making recommendations in prioritizing project expenditures and making briefs to division director on status.
• Monitoring the progress of the construction program. Reporting progress of schedule collateral equipment procurement. Monitoring all outstanding commitments.
• Providing assistance to project managers in working estimates, project schedules, construction job order numbers, reimbursable income; SIOH calculations; suspense correction. Performing project audits.
• Assisting in managing the MILCON allotment program. Correcting discrepancies in project estimates and schedules. Reconciling project assignments against MILCON allotment by subheads.
Centrally Managed Funds/BRAC Funds for Environmental Projects
• Assisting in planning, developing and monitoring the financial execution of the Environmental programs.
• Monitoring the progress of the current year budget, commitments, obligations, and accrual of funds against budget execution plan.
• Coordinating the collection and consolidation of project data for datacalls.
• Reviewing and interpreting new and established directives, instructions, regulations, etc. and delegations of authority for potential impact on major program objectives, operating policies, work operations, and progress. Preparing internal instructions, operating policies, procedures and guidelines concerning assigned programs and recommends required changes and adjustments to assure proper and adequate accomplishment of major program goals and objectives.
Work In Place
• Reviewing and monitoring all procurement documents. Coordinating process of formulating projections. Providing guidance in collecting data for projecting monthly analyzes reports and produces analysis versus projection.
• Analyzing and submitting monthly reports on collections, projections, corrections and suspense discrepancies.
• Performing audits to ensure correct rates are properly applied and contract documents are accurately coded and loaded in the system. Providing guidance to personnel in coding and loading contracts; posting and modifications: and in analyzing various reports generated by the corporate database. Participating in the command Procurement Management Review.
Management Information System
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of project and contract data.
• Performing studies and analysis of data, including development and documentation of system specifications, identification and coordination of interfaces with related accounting and record keeping systems. Identifying operational system or work flow problems which delay or prohibit data input, and accuracy of data contained in information systems. Developing and recommending solutions to complex problems to correct these deficiencies.
• Collecting and researching data for managing MILCON and Environmental programs.
• Preparing and developing various statistical/financial reports and charts for management briefings and presentation.
POC: Steve DelaCruz, 619-298-0888, sdelacruz@t3w.com
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Company: Staley, Inc
33. Title: Branch Manager (Los Angeles – California)
Type: Full Time
Salary: 80K - up
Education: Associates
Job Reference: So Cal Branch Manager
Description:
Staley, Inc. deploys technology to a list of global, blue chip clients. Services include design and installation of cable infrastructures and communications networks, systems development and implementation, and related technology deployment. With more than 400 employees across multiple U.S. locations, we’re poised to begin an aggressive, yet carefully managed, journey of growth and diversification.
We need a bright and energetic leader to open and lead a new office in the Los Angeles area. This key role will be accountable for all branch operations including day-to-day management, relationship development with new and existing customers, directing daily resource management to ensure customer-focused and profitable service delivery, and overall development of a high-performing workforce.
Primary Accountabilities
Lead resource management activities to maximize efficient scheduling and real-time utilization of resources, including coordination with other offices throughout the U.S.
Build customer intimacy within the serviced region. Grow current customer relationships and foster new ones. Lead efforts within the branch to ensure that all employees are taking every opportunity to better serve our customers and these efforts translate into timely and profitable service delivery.
Lead regional business development efforts and support corporate growth strategy
Develop employees through coaching and results-focused objective setting. Identify and hire strong talent to add to the team.
Key Requirements and Personal Attributes
Demonstrated strong organizational and project management skills including resource allocation and scheduling optimization
Strong people management skills including coaching, counseling, motivation, and performance management. Must be comfortable directing dynamic, local activity while driving corporate wide initiatives and strategies.
Significant experience managing and developing relations with corporate clients which includes creating true partnerships with customers
Demonstrated ability to manage change and promote flexibility in rapidly changing and fast-paced environments.
Direct or indirect industry experience strongly preferred
Note: Please identify this company and job title on your coversheet or get our prepared efax coversheet for this job.
Contact Information
Staley, Inc
Deborah Farrar
3400 JE Davis Dr.
Little Rock, Arkansas 72209
Ph: 501-978-3801
FAX: 866.608.2499
Email: dfarrar@staleyinc.com
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34. Topographical Land Surveying, Property Books, IT and Logistics Opportunities (OCONUS)
Serco NA is a leading provider of professional, technology, and management services focused on the federal government, and in business for more than 20 years. We advise, design, integrate, and deliver solutions that transform how clients achieve their missions. We are the 29th largest Prime Contractor as ranked in Washington Technology’s Top 100 with almost 12,000 employees ($1.3b) in North America and part of our parent Company Serco ($5b), with almost 70,000 employees world-wide.
We are interested in hearing from you if you qualify for any of our Deployment Opportunities supporting areas in Topographical Land Surveying, Property Books, IT and Logistics. We are seeking qualified candidates that are willing to work in Iraq for 18 months to support the U.S. Army on the BOSI contract. These positions support an active SECRET clearance. You must be eligible to obtain this level of clearance prior to your start. The contract BOSI has government award anticipated to be announced the first week of September 2010 and all 200 + candidates selected are to be deployed within 30 to 45 days of award date. You may view all of these deployment opportunities by visiting www.serco-na.com, clicking on the careers tab and sorting by location, ‘Iraq’. To be considered for the positions, please apply online by directly submitting your resume to each position you qualify for and are interested in. When asked how you heard about this position, select ‘Direct Source-Recruiter Networking’, as the K-Bar list is not currently an option. Thank you!
Land and Facilities Managment Consultant (experienced Land surveyor, topographical mapping position)
Tracking Code: 34858
Job Description
Works as the primary POC for all issues related to terrain, land management, facilities management and land utilization. Responsible for maintain all land use agreements between civilian corporations, tenants and military installation. Proficiency in preparing visualizations of the base land use through data collection and mapping software. Responsible for drafting Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Mayor cell and tenant units for requested/occupied terrain, updating maps to reflect recent changes due to additions/annexations/releases of land. Conducting periodic inspections of occupied structures and terrain, and maintaining inventory of structures, facilities, motor pools, and open spaces on base. Developing and maintaining the Base Master Plan, providing updates, briefs, and charts to the Base Operations manager as required for terrain/land management operations. Also, responsible for comprehensive record keeping and submitting and coordination work orders, and transportation movement requests.
Required Skills
Must have an active Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain as required
Must possess an advanced knowledge of land user data collection and mapping software (ArcGIS, GIS, AutoCad)
• Maintaining Base Master Plan including terrain, structures and facilities
Must be an advanced user of Microsoft Office suites
License required and be able to operate a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) or other non-commercial vehicles. Be able to wear body armor and a Kevlar helmet and chemical warfare gear. Capable and willing to travel thought the country of Iraq and able to live and work, at times, in austere or potentially hostile environments
Required Experience
Minimum of 3 to 5 Years of facilities management experience in Kuwait, Iraq or Afghanistan.
Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field is preferred; experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
Job Location: Iraq, IRAQ
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Closing Date 08/31/2010
Contingent
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