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Today’s Posting
1. Pashto/Dari Linguist Jobs – Afghanistan
2. NURSE DIRECTOR MED-SURGE NC
3. SR. LATENT PRINT EXAMINER- Clarksburg, WV
4. Emergency Management Program Specialist-GS-301-12/13 New York City, NY
5. Program Analyst (Emergency Response Planner) Chicago Metro area, IL
6. Disaster Preparedness Specialist GS-0301-13 Frederick, MD
7. Exercise Program Specialist GS-0301-12/13 (DC)
8. Security Assistant-GS-0086-06 Biloxi, MS
9. Program Specialist (Future Operations) GS-0301-12/13 (DC)
10. Insurance Examiner-GS-1163-12 (DC)
11. BIOMETRICS EXAMINER- Clarksburg, WV
12. FORENSIC TECHNICIAN- Afghanistan
13. Forensic Photographers – Afghanistan
14. Regional Radio Centre (RRC) Afghanistan
15. Traffic Specialist to join our Team in Bellevue, Washington
16. Project Control Specialist / Technical Writer, Fall Church VA
17. Forensics Subject Matter Expert (SME)- Charlottesville, VA
18. Talent Acquisition / HR Proposal Manager and Contracts Manager (Colorado Springs, CO)
19. Manpower, Personnel and Training Analyst (Camp Pendleton, CA and Okinawa, Japan)
20. Part time Optician and an office manager (San Diego, CA)
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1. Subject: Pashto/Dari Linguist Jobs - Afghanistan
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:21:23 -0700
From: Lucy Jensen
Subject: Pashto/Dari Linguist Jobs
Location: Afghanistan
Contract: Full Time
DAK Resources is actively seeking Pashto, Pashto/Dari and Pashto/Dari/Farsi linguists to perform the following functions:
Provide operational contract linguist support to U.S. Army operations in Afghanistan
Provide general linguistic support for military operations and interpret during interviews, meetings and conferences
Interpret and translate written and spoken communications
Transcribe and analyze communications
Perform document exploitation
Scan, research, and analyze foreign language documents for key information
Translate foreign language documents
Indentify and extract information components meeting military information requirements
Provide input to reports
Requirements
1. Must have or be willing to obtain a security clearance
2. Must be proficient in reading, writing, listening and speaking in Pashto, Dari and English – *emphasis is on Pashto and English
3. Must be willing to travel oversees to Afghanistan and stay for a period of one year
4. Salary range will be base on security clearance and experience as a linguist but the range is from $210,000.00 to $235,000.00 (US dollars)
• Speak and understand English and Pashto languages – 1 to 5 rating: (English 2+, Pashto 3)
• Initial 15 minute interview by client Testing Administrator to evaluate languages – 24 hour notice if passed
• No felony convictions
• No bankruptcy
• Medical – deploy only when client has medical conditions in control
• Physical – must be able to perform duties in a variety of environmental conditions
Please put job title in the subject line
Lucy Jensen
lucy@military-civilian.com
(310) 455-2002 Office
120 North Topanga Canyon Blvd. #105 -177
Topanga Canyon, CA 90290
www.military-civilian.com
Military-Civilian Blog
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2. Subject: NURSE DIRECTOR MED-SURGE NC
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:38:23 -0400
From: Garth Young
Immediate need for Nurse Director for Med/Surg ward at acute care hospital in NC. Must bring your leadership skills….great opportunity for ex-military!
Respond to Garth at garth@mriraleigh.com.
Garth Young
LT. USCG (ret)
Managing Partner
MRINetwork
Management Recruiters
of Raleigh
(919) 781-0400 ext. 105
garth@mriraleigh.com
Best Place to Work Award Winner 2010
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3. Subject: SR. LATENT PRINT EXAMINER- Clarksburg, WV
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:06:59 -0500
From: Lillian Hill
If you meet the requirements please email your resume to pam.kocher@idealinnovations.com
Position is with Ideal Innovations, Inc. (I3) and contracted to the Department of Defense. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: examination of processed latent fingerprints and evaluation of their quality for entry into the DoD Enterprise ABIS; preparation of latent fingerprints for entry into the ABIS through digital imaging techniques to improve the quality and integrity of digitized computer images through enhancement of fingerprint details and encoding prior to computer searches for matches; manually comparing latent fingerprints with candidate fingerprints retrieved from ABIS in order to determine positive identifications; and preparing reports on the types and quantities of fingerprints processed and results. High-volume throughput lab experience preferred, as well as vast experience in the examination and identification of extremely fragmented ridge detail (Complex examinations). In addition to these duties, examiners mayalso process face and iris images following training as a Facial and Iris Recognition Expert by the DoD.
The position may also involve supervisory duties including auditing other CLPE’s casework and mentoring less experienced CLPEs in best practices and procedures. Familiarity with ASCLD-LAB and/or ISO SOPs is a must.
Requirements:
Must:
• Be trained to competency as a Latent Print Examiner and have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in addition to a minimum of 8 to 12 years of related work experience;
• Have current certification by the International Association for Identification (IAI) as a Latent Print Examiner;
• Possess intermediate level competency in PhotoShop and Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
• Be able to obtain/maintain US DoD Secret Clearance;
• Be able to successfully pass proficiency testing prior to and periodically during employment with the company;
• Meet physical demands including general office and laboratory duties/functions;
• Be customer- and detail-oriented in addition to possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with good decision-making abilities; and
• Be willing to relocate or commute to the Clarksburg, WV area.
• Physical Demands: general office duties/functions.
I-3 has very competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. If interested, please apply online at our website, idealinnovations.com, in the Careers section. EOE
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4. Job Title: Emergency Management Program Specialist-GS-301-12/13 New York City, NY
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-81409-SEG-496352DM
SALARY RANGE: $81,460.00 - $125,926.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, July 01, 2011 to Friday, July 15, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
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.
You will serve in the in the Mitigation Division, Region II, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In this position, you will serve as an overall Regional Program Manager/Coordinator for the FEMA pre-disaster/post-disaster mitigation grant programs
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 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.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• 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.
• This position requires a Public Trust background check.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - New York City, NY
Specific Duties:
• Serves as a Senior Mitigation Specialist and Program Manager for implementation of the Agency pre-disaster/post disaster hazard mitigation programs, to include: Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP); Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program; Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program; Repetitive Flood Claims (RFC) program; Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) program; State and local hazard mitigation planning.
• Development of complete, accurate, well-documented, and compliant project sub-applications, in resolving project review comments, and in the administration of mitigation grant programs.
• Organizes and facilitates training to support development of sub-applicaitons, Benefit-Cost analysis, use of Agency grant software platforms, and program management and implementation.
• Monitors the status and performance of grants awarded to the States, including financial tracking, funds management, and close-out of sub-grants and overall grant awards.
• Develops materials for briefings, training workshops, and conferences.
• Prepares weekly status and grants announcement reports for use by National Office.
• For disasters, may serve in the JFO as the Mitigation Branch Director or Mitigation Officer.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, APPLICANTS MUST RESPOND TO THE FOLLOWING SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS. EXPERIENCE IN THIS AREA MUST BE IDENTIFIED IN YOUR RESUME. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS ARE APPLIED IN THE SAME MANNER AS MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND THE CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO ADDRESS IT IN HIS/HER RESUME. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR ARE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
Selective Placement Factor:
Knowledge and experience with Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs at the federal level.
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position at the GS-12 level you must possess the following:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in federal service in a position providing technical assistance analysis, monitoring, and policy interpretation in support of Federal and state grants management processes.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
To qualify for this position at the GS-13 level you must possess the following:
One full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 in federal service in a position providing technical assistance analysis, monitoring, and policy interpretation in support of Federal and state grants management processes.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Public Trust
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
U.S. Citizens (DEU):We will review your resume and transcript{s), to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to the specialized experience and KSAS required for the job for which you are applying. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Names of candidates in the Best Qualified Category will be sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion):To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be highly qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above qualified non-preference eligibles in your assigned category. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Knowledge of the Federal grants management rules, OMB circulars, policies, principles, practices, and techniques.
2. Knowledge of and experience with Mitigation Grant Programs.
3. Knowledge of and direct experience in building partnerships with States, Locals and Tribes to promote mitigation programs.
4. Knowledge of, and direct experience with pertinent laws, regulations, and policies in order to manage complex disaster mitigation recovery programs.
5. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups on technical and potentially highly contentious and controversial issues, and to render information and opinion into an easily understood written form.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.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, July 15, 2011.
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: 496352. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 496352
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• Qualified handicapped individuals must submit proof of disability.
• If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (at least “Meets or Exceeds,” or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
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. 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.
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5. Job Title: Program Analyst (Emergency Response Planner) Chicago Metro area, IL
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG2011-R5-11-057-489917-WWH
SALARY RANGE: $89,664.00 - $116,562.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, July 01, 2011 to Friday, July 15, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0343-13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Chicago Metro area, IL
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.
You will serve in the Planning Branch of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region V office, Chicago, IL Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In this position, you will primarily be responsible for regional deliberate and incident planning.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 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.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• 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.
• This position requires a (Public Trust/High Risk, TS) background check.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Chicago Metro area, IL
Specific Duties:
Analyzes, develops, coordinates and publishes forward thinking policy and guidance regarding the national system for emergency management. Analyzes trends and state-of-the-art technology in order to develop or modify existing programs. Studies trends to determine the potential need for Federal involvement and/or asset deployment and reports findings through appropriate channels. Forecasts potential and probable future consequences to a given situation.
Provides incident analysis and recommends and develops courses of action for incident response. Assesses capabilities gaps, recommends solutions, and develops contingency plans to address them. Provides innovative solutions to programs and issues of national significance.
Provides senior decision makers with timely and accurate information and options to mitigate the risk. Develops criteria to be used in Executive Summary reporting requirements and briefings for senior leadership that provide situational awareness and a common operating picture.
Reviews State and local action plans for adequacy and coordinates with the assigned Region to modify them as needed. Develops and proposes standards and criteria to guide Regional analysts/planners. Develops training templates and materials that extrapolate the business practices and protocols implemented for use by the RRCCs and other Federal agencies.
Coordinates inter/intra-agency contingency planning efforts and supports long-term, strategic adaptive planning efforts. Analyzes and determines national program assumptions, goals and strategies, makes recommendations for program changes and assists in the development of legislation to enact major changes.
Conducts special studies which have a FEMA impact nationwide.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position at the GS-13 level you must possess one full year of specialized experience.
Specialized experience, for this position, is described as experience in applying knowledge of and skill in the concepts, theories, principles and practices of emergency management in order to develop methods and procedures used to effectively plan for and coordinate Federal emergency management programs and to make recommendations to change public policy.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
A TOP SECRET clearance is required for this position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
U.S. Citizens (DEU):We will review your resume and transcript{s), to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to the specialized experience and KSAS required for the job for which you are applying. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Names of candidates in the Best Qualified Category will be sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion):To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be best qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above qualified non-preference eligibles in your assigned category. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Knowledge of deliberate and incident planning techniques and procedures sufficient to identify and address critical tasks effectively; and ensure the assumptions identified in the plan are valid, reasonable, and comply with guidance.
2. Knowledge of emergency management laws, executive orders, and regulations, the National Response Framework, the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS); and FEMA emergency teams.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of the missions, functions and programs of the Agency in order to act as a program advisor and to interface with other program personnel.
4. Knowledge of project management principles and concepts.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.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, July 15, 2011.
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: 489917. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 489917
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• Qualified handicapped individuals must submit proof of disability.
• If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (at least “Meets or Exceeds,” or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Whitney L. Hill
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: 800-877-8339
Email: WHITNEY.HILL@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. 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.
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6. Job Title: Disaster Preparedness Specialist GS-0301-13 Frederick, MD
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-T0247-LNG-498644DEU
SALARY RANGE: $89,033.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, June 30, 2011 to Thursday, July 14, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Excepted Service Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Frederick, MD
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.
As a Disaster Preparedness Specialist in the Response Directorate, Disaster Emergency Communications Division, Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS), you will develop, coordinate, and integrate disaster preparedness plans and equipment to protect and/or minimize the effect of Nuclear, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) materials and certain natural environmental hazards during major disaster response and recovery operations.
This position is designated as “emergency essential”. If selected, you are required to travel at a moment’s notice to various regional locations to provide, plan, operate and maintain tactical, mobile telecommunications, operations, and logistical support to Federal, State and local disaster response personnel and to support other emergency and special event operations.
EXCEPTED SERVICE: The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for a full-time position in the Mobile Emergency Response Support (MERS) Detachment. MERS positions are in the Excepted Service. Employees will not acquire civil service status, but will have standard and optional benefits.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
Must be able to obtain/maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• This position requires a (Top Secret/SCI) Clearance.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• You must be able to lift 45lbs.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Frederick, MD
Specific Duties:
• Serves as a technical and key staff advisor to the MERS Detachment Chief and Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) when deployed, to include other Federal, State, and Local Officials regarding policy implementation, problem resolution, technical advice and guidance in matters concerning area of expertise and recommends changes to improve response capabilities and force protection in an all-hazards environment.
• Manages, directs and supervises program development and monitoring of disaster preparedness operations, with specific reference to the detection/identification and measuring of hazardous material using sophisticated electronic instrumentation and scientific mathematical computations.
• Determines hazard detection/identification, individual and equipment decontamination, and personal protective equipment and supply requirements and assist with locating sources of supply.
• Acts as the MERS Detachment Environmental Protection Officer and is the technical advisor to the detachment staff for matters involving operations in an all-hazards environment.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position at the GS-13 level you must possess at least one of the following (
GS-0301-13: at least one year of specialized experience developing, coordinating, and integrating disaster preparedness plans and equipment to protect and/or minimize the effect of Nuclear, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) materials and certain natural environmental hazards during a major disaster.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
This is a special sensitive position which requires an active/current Top Secret/SCI security clearance based on a Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI). You must be capable of receiving and maintaining SCI access and must meet the requirements of DCID 6-4 and Executive Order 12968. Please visit the website at http://www.fas.org/irp/offdocs/dcid6-4/index.html for further details about the DCID requirements. Appointment to the position is subject to your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be highly qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
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.
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Knowledge of weaponized CBRNE, hazardous materials (HAZMAT) response equipment and procedures, and of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) personal protection equipment (PPE), detection, modeling, and decontamination equipment and procedures.
2. Ability to effectively collect data on hazardous environmental conditions, analyzes CBRNE hazards impact, and recommends prudent protective measures and mitigating actions.
3. Ability to organize and communicate ideas and technical information clearly, concisely, effectively, and correctly, both orally and writing.
4. Skills in the use of personal computers and common government software packages, scientific calculators, topographic charts, tactical surveillance, tactical and operational security and force protection devices, and global positioning devices to facilitate research and analytical efforts.
5. Ability to organize and communicate ideas and technical information clearly, concisely, effectively, and correctly, both orally and in writing.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, July 14, 2011.
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: 498644. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 498644
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Loren N. Gibson
Phone: (202)646-4271
Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. 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.
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7. Job Title: Exercise Program Specialist GS-0301-12/13 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-T0242-DBV-497387D/M
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, June 30, 2011 to Thursday, July 14, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
As an Exercise Program Specialist for the Exercise Unit, Training, Exercise, and Doctrine Office, Response Directorate, you will participate in the design, development and evaluation of emergency management capabilities-focused exercises. You will assist in the maintenance of exercise guidance for various exercises (i.e., Tier I and II national and regional level exercises, no-notice exercises, natural or man-made scenario exercises, PLEs, topical exercises).
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 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.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• 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.
• This position requires a (Top Secret) Clearance.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Specific Duties:
• Participates in the design, development, conduct and evaluation of emergency management capabilities focused exercises.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of exercise guidance and processes as needed for various exercises, such as no-notice exercises, Tier I and II national and regional level exercises, PLEs, natural or man-made exercises.
• Engages FEMA stakeholders to design, develop, conduct , and evaluate exercises. Analyze exercise guidance on a qualitative or quantitative basis to determine the effectiveness of programs in meeting established goals and objectives.
• Supports FEMA in developing and implementing guidance for the design, development, conduct and execution of exercises to enhance the capabilities of the emergency management community.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position at the GS-12/13 level you must possess at least one of the following: One full year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is described experience
GS-0301-12: at least one full year of specialized experience using a knowledge of disaster response directives, laws, policies and regulations to develop and maintain exercise guidance and processes, and analyze exercise guidance and programs as a part of emergency response operations.
GS-0301-13: at least one year of specialized experience independently developing and maintaining exercise guidance and processes for national and regional level exercises; coordinating and supporting the design, development, execution and analysis of exercises; and providing technical guidance, advice, and oversight to Federal, State and/or Local government leadership..
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12 and one (1) year is required at the GS-12 level for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
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SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Appointment to the position is subject to your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
U.S. Citizens (DEU):We will review your resume and transcript{s), to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to the specialized experience and KSAS required for the job for which you are applying. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Names of candidates in the Best Qualified Category will be sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion):To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be highly qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above qualified non-preference eligibles in your assigned category. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Knowledge of and skill in applying the doctrine, initiatives, directives, laws, policies and regulations applicable to disaster operations such as the National Response Framework (NRF), the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Post Katrina Emergency Reform Act, and the Robert T. Stafford Act.
2. Skill in the design, development, conduct, and evaluation of exercise activities to strengthen the FEMA's capabilities in disaster operations..
3. Experience managing complex tasks and responding to quick turnaround assignments, redirections, and multitasking, following appropriate guidelines for project management and quality control.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in writing, including both program-related writing for senior level management and documenting results of analytical work in the area of disaster operations.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, July 14, 2011.
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: 497387. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 497387
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• Qualified handicapped individuals must submit proof of disability.
• If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (at least “Meets or Exceeds,” or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Delores Valentine
Phone: (202)646-1351
Email: DELORES.VALENTINE@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Ave SW
Washington, DC 20472
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. 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.
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8. Job Title: Security Assistant-GS-0086-06 Biloxi, MS
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-81584-KAS-495790COR
SALARY RANGE: $34,907.00 - $45,376.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, June 30, 2011 to Thursday, July 07, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0086-06
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Temporary NTE 2 Years
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 06
DUTY LOCATIONS: 3 vacancies - Biloxi, MS
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Current MSRO Employees Only
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.
You will serve in the Mississippi Recovery Office (MSRO), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In this position, you will be responsible for providing physical and personnel security support to the MSRO to ensure the security of staff, operations, assets, and facilities.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 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.
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. This is a 2 year temporary appointment in the Excepted Service.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• This position requires a (Public Trust/Moderate Risk) background check.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• You may be required to serve a trial period of 1 year.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
3 vacancies - Biloxi, MS
Specific Duties: Assists higher graded employees, individually or as a team by performing duties related to the responsibilities of the development, installation, and management of the security program for the MSRO.
Coordinates all activities with higher graded employees and supervisors to insure compliance with FEMA Security Procedures and Policies as well as other government policies and procedures associated with the security of the FEMA field facilities.
Monitors access to the MSRO during assigned shift and monitors the identification of individuals seeking admittance. Ensures that contractors and other vendors have proper credentials, prior to admittance.
Under the provisions of the Privacy and Freedom of Information Acts, the incumbent ensures that personal, sensitive, delicate, or controversial information pertaining to an individual is maintained within authorized personnel security channels.
Provides briefing to new employees, either singularly or in groups, regarding the requirements for the conduct of a background investigation, covering the forms and their requirements. Assists in the maintenance of records and updates such records as subsequent change actions occur.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position at the GS-06 level you must possess at least one of the following:
One full year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is described as experience in providing physical and personnel security support ensuring the security of staff, operations, assets, and facilities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of basic principles, concepts and methodology of the Security profession, and skill in applying this knowledge in carrying out elementary assignments, operations or procedures to ensure the safety and security of the employees of the MSRO
• Knowledge of commonly accepted rules and regulations governing access to Federal buildings, restricted areas, conduct of visitors and employees, rules concerning restricted items, and others of similar nature
• Ability to assist in conducting risk assessments to develop and maintain effective security programs and methods
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: This is a Public Trust position that requires a background investigation. Appointment to the position is subject to the applicant or appointee successfully completing essential security investigation forms, the applicant or appointee cooperating with the investigator, the completion of the investigation and the adjudication of the investigation. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for immediate termination. Applicants for this position may be required to submit to a urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
All applicants will be evaluated based on responses to the Job Questionnaire for the announcement. 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.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.asp.
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How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
1. Your Resume;
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire;
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below).
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Thursday, July 07, 2011.
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: 495790. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 495790
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Katie A. Short
Phone: (800)879-6076
TDD: (800)877-8339
Email: KATIE.SHORT@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. 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.
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9. Job Title: Program Specialist (Future Operations) GS-0301-12/13 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-T0257-LNG-495931D/M
SALARY RANGE: $89,033.00 - $115,742.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, June 28, 2011 to Tuesday, July 12, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-12/13
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates
JOB SUMMARY:
When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.
As a Program Specialist (Future Operations) with the Response Directorate, Response Coordination Branch, Future Operations Section, you will be responsible for providing overall situational awareness for FEMA Leadership and Inter-Agency partners, using multiple types of outlook products, covering three to seven days, to steady state operations.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 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.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• 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.
• This position requires a (Top Secret) clearance.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Specific Duties:
• Maintains nationwide situational awareness of weather, geologic, terrorism, fire, solar and other significant events outside the scope or timeline normally covered by the Response Watch (National Watch Center) staff.
• Evaluates, analyzes, and assesses the validity and reliability of collected data and on, the basis of all of the information, estimates what the characteristics of a specific situation may be and predicts its effects on future events.
• Develops scope of operations against identified threats in future focused planning and analysis products. Identifies requirements for potential follow-on FEMA missions, in coordination with the Future Planning Section.
• Analyzes existing plans and determines potential shortfalls in Federal support and recommends additions/changes to existing plans.
• Reviews Incident Actions Plans for current incidents to ensure nationwide visibility on disaster activities and resources.
• Reviews after Action Reports/Lessons Learned from past events to capture "best practices" for use in development of Future Operations Section reporting products.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position at the GS-13 level you must possess at least one of the following : One full year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is described experience
GS-0301-12: At least one year of specialized experience providing support in evaluating, analyzing and assessing the validity of situational awareness data, and participating in identifying scope of operations against threats in the development of future outlook products.
GS-0343-13: at least one full year of specialized experience providing situational awareness of operations during weather, geologic, terrorism, fire and other significant events for a Federal, State, or Local entity; evaluating, analyzing, and assessing the validity and reliability of collected data, and on the basis of the analysis, provide status reports, and develop potential courses of actions for response operations necessary in future events.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12 and one (1) year at the GS-12 for the GS-13.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Appointment to the position is subject to your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
U.S. Citizens (DEU):We will review your resume and transcript{s), to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to the specialized experience and KSAS required for the job for which you are applying. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Names of candidates in the Best Qualified Category will be sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion):To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be highly qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above qualified non-preference eligibles in your assigned category. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying the concepts, theories, principles and practices of incident management and emergency response.
2. Ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information used to develop doctrine and policy for incident management.
3.Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in analytical and evaluative methods and procedures in order to gather, assemble, and analyze mission-critical information and draw conclusions/devise recommendations on courses of action used in the development of a detailed predictive forecast or outlook briefing/plan.
4. Ability to interpret facts and analyze complex situations, relating to emerging incidents or events and to identify essential elements of information used to develop problem solving solutions.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.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, July 12, 2011.
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: 495931. 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/pdf_fill/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 complete 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: 495931
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• Qualified handicapped individuals must submit proof of disability.
• If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (at least “Meets or Exceeds,” or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Loren N. Gibson
Phone: (202)646-4271
Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. 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.
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10. Job Title: Insurance Examiner-GS-1163-12 (DC)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Job Announcement Number: MG-2011-T0239-BAB-490366D/M
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 - $97,333.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, June 17, 2011 to Friday, July 01, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1163-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time Career/Career Conditional
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens and Status Candidates in the local Washington, DC Metro Commuting Area
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.
You will serve in the Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration (FIMA), Risk Insurance Division, Claims and Appeals Branch, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In this position, you will serve as an Insurance Examiner with primary responsibility to perform work which is technical in nature, requiring the application of comprehensive knowledge of the statutes, regulations, and policies applicable to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and with full understanding of the claims practices and procedures used throughout the insurance industry.
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.
Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
• 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.
• This position requires a Public Trust background check.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required.
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Duties
Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Specific Duties:
1. Monitors flood insurance claims activity in all catastrophe offices to ensure a more effective and efficient claims operation, when appropriate.
2. Conducts home-office style operation reviews of claims files in the office of WYO Companies or their vendors. Ensures that the company is handling flood claims in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth in 44 CFR, and in accordance with good claims handling practices.
3. Reviews and researches information from the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP) Bureau and Statistical Agent’s Re-inspection Reports. Documents and reports any trends by the WYO Company and Independent Adjuster firms for use by the Branch Chief and senior examiners to prepare for Operation Reviews and for the development of new training modules.
4. Conducts research and prepares correspondence reflecting claims policy positions relating to the claims insurance aspects of the NFIP.
5. Attends conferences with the Branch Chief and other professional staff to furnish advice and assistance to appropriate Federal agency personnel and Federal agency contractors on insurance matters.
6. Handles special tasks involving the management and direction of the office, as well as projects dealing with FIMA program matters. Replies to telephone inquiries from congressional members, committees and the general public concerning insurance matters relative to NFIP claims activities.
7. Aids in the development of claims policy to implement the provisions of the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2004. Works directly with officials of WYO Companies,the NFIP Bureau and Statistical Agent and the Branch Chief to ensure that the policy is consistent with industry practices and can be implemented with minimal delay. Writes rules and regulations to implement changes in policy.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Note: This position has an Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR). In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the IOR as well as the Specialized Experience.
Individual Occupational Requirement:
A. I qualify based on Undergraduate and Graduate Education, I have completed a Major study in: finance, business administration, economics, accounting, insurance, engineering, mathematics, banking and credit, law, real estate operations, statistics, or other fields related to the position.
OR
B. Possess experience applying laws, regulations, and administrative rulings in the performance of such work as determining the kind and amount of insurance necessary to protect the security of government or comparable business loans and the interest of the borrower under loan programs; analyzing rates and risk classifications to determine their reasonableness; experience in insurance specialties such as National Flood Insurance or similar duties.
To qualify for this position at the GS-12 level you must possess following Specialized Experience:
Specialized experience is experience that equips the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled to include demonstrated experience with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), its policies, procedures and practices; and an understanding of the claims aspects of the NFIP. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation. Applicants, who have the one year of appropriate specialized experience, are not required by this standard to have general experience, education above the high school level, or any additional specialized experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements.
Time-in-Grade Requirements: Status applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. To be creditable, one (1) year is required at the GS-11 level for the GS-12.
All qualifications and grade equivalency requirements must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Appointment to this position requires a Public Trust background clearance. Your successful completion of essential security investigation forms, your cooperation with the investigator, the completion of the investigation, and the favorable adjudication of the investigation. Additionally, appointment could require that you satisfy additional security requirements established by FEMA and other Federal Departments or Agencies. Failure to satisfactorily complete any aspect of this process is grounds for termination.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
U.S. Citizens (DEU): We will review your resume and transcript{s), to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications based on the information provided and evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences as it relates to the specialized experience and KSAS required for the job for which you are applying. Based on the results of this evaluation, you will be placed in one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Names of candidates in the Best Qualified Category will be sent to the hiring manager for employment consideration.
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion): To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be given the minimum earned rating of 70 points and a maximum of 30 points may be awarded based on your responses to the questionnaire. If you are found to be highly qualified based on your responses and a review of your resume, you will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.
Veterans' Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. If you are entitled to veterans' preference and qualified for the position, your name will be placed above qualified non-preference eligibles in your assigned category. Qualified veterans' preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category depending on the position and grade level of the job. For information on entitlement see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): Federal Career and Career-Conditional Displaced employees in the local commuting area who are rated well qualified, which is defined as one who meets the qualifications identified in this announcement and scores at least an 85 (prior to veteran's preference being applied) on the application questions, will receive special selection priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) measured in the questionnaire:
1. Thorough knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 and all amendments, the National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 1994, and the Adjuster Claims Manual, in order to understand the claims aspects of FEMA’s flood insurance program.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of comparable property and commercial insurance industry programs and claims practices.
3. Ability to provide oral and written materials to a variety of audiences including members of Congress, members of the insurance industry, FEMA contractors, and the insuring public.
4. Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance to senior management of the National Flood insurance Program on flood related matters.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
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Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
Our career opportunities feature the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. 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:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
VETERANS INFORMATION, EEO POLICY, AND REGISTRATION FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE can be obtained utilizing the links at the bottom of this announcement.
CITIZENSHIP: Agencies are permitted to hire non-citizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: For more information, please see the link at the bottom of this announcement and www.opm.gov/disability/reasonableaccommodation.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, July 01, 2011.
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: 490366. 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 complete 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: 490366
• 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire:
• Eligible veterans are encouraged to attach the latest report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214) or other proof of honorable discharge or terminal leave status, when a DD-214 is not available.
• Applicants claiming 10-point preference based on a compensable disability, receipt of a purple heart, or preference for a spouse, widow/widower, or natural mother must complete and attach the SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference and the required proof as listed on the backside of the SF-15. The SF-15 is available at: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.
• Current or former Federal civilian employees are encouraged to attach a copy of a non-award SF-50.
• Qualified handicapped individuals must submit proof of disability.
• If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal (at least “Meets or Exceeds,” or equivalent), proof of eligibility, and your most current non-award SF-50.
• If you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience or if the position has a positive education requirement, you are encouraged to provide a copy of your college transcript.
• Foreign Education: to receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Beverly Barnes
Phone: (202)212-2224
Email: BEVERLY.BARNES@FEMA.GOV Agency Information:
DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing
1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III
Mail Stop 3715
Washington, DC 20024
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received, you will receive correspondence indicating that your application has been received. 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.
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11. Subject: BIOMETRICS EXAMINER- Clarksburg, WV
Date:
Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:11:55 -0500
From:
Lillian Hill
If you meet the requirements please email your resume to pam.kocher@idealinnovations.com
Position is with Ideal Innovations, Inc. (I3) and contracted to the Department of Defense. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Manual comparison of latent prints (on screen) with candidate prints retrieved from ABIS to assist in the establisment or elimination of positive identifications; verification of fingerprints to validate the correct sequence; comparison of facial images to establish or eliminate potential, positive identifications; and comparison of encoded, iris scans to establish or eliminate positive identifications. In addition to these duties, examiners will also process face and iris images following training and certification as a Facial and Iris Recognition Expert by the DoD. Biometric examiners may also be offered an opportunity to undergo an extensive two year training program to become Latent Print Examiners (LPEs) and obtain certification as an LPE through the International Association for Identification. Positions will fill a 24x7 support role in a dynamic environment and require a flexible schedule which may include weekends, nights, and holidays.
Requirements:
Must:
Have two years of experience as a tenprint examiner;
Possess intermediate level competency in PhotoShop and Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
Be able to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance;
Be able to successfully pass proficiency testing prior to and periodically during employment with the company;
Be customer- and detail-oriented in addition to possessing excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with good decision-making abilities;
Meet physical demands including general office and laboratory duties/functions; and
Be willing to relocate to the Clarksburg, WV area.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree; current certification by the International Association for Identification (IAI) as a Tenprint Examiner; and digital imaging experience.
I3 has very competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. If interested, please apply online at our website, idealinnovations.com, in the Careers section. EOE
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12. Subject: FORENSIC TECHNICIAN- Afghanistan
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:12:59 -0500
From: Lillian Hill
To:
Lillian Hill
Forensic Technicians sought for employment as civilian contractors supporting US military activity on-base in Afghanistan.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: process various types of evidence for latent prints; enhance visible latent prints; identify and label latent prints of value on evidence to be photographed; collect and preserve possible DNA evidence; maintain and document the chain of custody of evidence; prepare detailed reports on processes performed and results obtained; train personnel in the area of latent prints; prepare detailed written reports of processes performed on evidence and results; and provide input and establish policies and procedures that contribute to the efficiency of the operation.
Requirements:
Must:
Have experience in the scientific analysis of evidence for the presence of latent prints and processing a multitude of different surfaces through the use of various forensic light sources, physical and chemical means;
Possess latent print photography skill-sets, possess the knowledge to be able to identify, isolate and collect DNA evidence;
Be proficient in the use of various chemicals and powders (wet and dry) while processing porous and non-porous items for latent prints in a laboratory setting;
Be proficient in obtaining known inked prints and major case prints; have the ability to differentiate between an identifiable latent print and a non-identifiable latent print;
Possess the ability to teach classes and brief information pertaining to obtaining known prints, palms and major case prints;
Have intermediate level competency in PhotoShop and Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
Be able to work well in a team environment; possess excellent organizational skills;
Must be able to meet the following physical demands:
Government requirements for medical fitness
Work approximately 12 hours per day, seven days a week for extended periods of time
Attend pre-deployment training
Lift 70 lbs. to a working height of 48 inches
General office and laboratory duties/functions
Be willing to rotationally deploy to Afghanistan or Iraq for a minimum of six months to a year;
Be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance and US Passport; and
Forensic Technicians trained to competency in a state or federal ASCLD/LAB and/or ISO accredited laboratory, with recent Forensic Technician employment experience, are preferred.
I3 has very competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. Free food, lodging, and transportation provided for all tours Please apply online at our website, idealinnovations.com, in the Careers Section. EOE
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13. Subject: Forensic Photographers - Afghanistan
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:14:09 -0500
From: Lillian Hill
If you meet the requirements please email your resume to pam.kocher@idealinnovations.com
Forensic Photographers being sought for employment as civilian contractors supporting US military activity on-base in Afghanistan and possibly Iraq.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: photographing various pieces of evidence; photographing latent prints, hairs, fibers, and serial numbers on evidence; preparing detailed reports on activity performed; training personnel in the area of forensic photography; maintaining and documenting the chain of custody of evidence; and providing input and establishing policies and procedures that contribute to the efficiency of the operation.
Requirements:
Must:
Be proficient with digital photography; have an extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of digital photography and Adobe PhotoShop software;
be able to photograph evidence utilizing an ALS and latent prints on various backgrounds/surfaces as well as digitally enhance latent print images; be experienced in photographing latent prints; experienced photographing latent prints utilizing an ALS; have a familiarity with the digital enhancement of latent prints;
possess the ability to teach classes and brief information pertaining to forensic photography; have the ability to teach classes and brief information pertaining to the photography of latent fingerprints, materials and overall crime scene documentation;
have intermediate level competency in Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, and Outlook); be able to work well in a team environment; possess excellent organizational skills;
Must be able to meet the following physical demands:
Government requirements for medical fitness.
Work approximately 12 hours per day, seven days a week for extended periods of time.
Be willing to rotationally deploy to Afghanistan or Iraq for a minimum of six months to a year;
Be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance and US Passport; and
Attend pre-deployment training.
Preferred: Crime scene latent print processing experience.
I3 has very competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. Free food, lodging, and transportation provided for all tours. . Please apply online at our website, idealinnovations.com, in the Careers Section. EOE
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14. Regional Radio Centre (RRC) Afghanistan
Avanti Placements is searching for a Technical Radio Manager, Radio Technician and Studio Manager for deployment to Afghanistan for a Regional Radio Centre ( RRC) broadcast media project.
The Technical Manager will be responsible for the radio team and will perform all technical operations and maintenance pertaining to the Regional Command Center (RCC) broadcasting studio’s software and hardware in order to conduct radio media broadcasting. The Technical Manager shall supervise and provide technical support for each of the RIAB locations in conjunction with the RIAB Technician, field RIAB representative and RIAB operators for the operations and maintenance of the RIAB equipment.
The Technical Manager must have one year of deployed experience in a contingency environment. Experience of the Technical Manager shall include no less than two years previous experience working in or with a live radio or recording production studio. The Technical Manager must have at a minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in information technology, information systems management, computer science, electrical engineering or a related field. The technical manager shall be trained, prior to entry into theater, in the audio software and hardware procured as part of this contract.
The Radio Technician will assist the Technical manager in performing all duties required to provide technical support to local RIAB operators and RIAB field representatives. The RIAB Technician shall be based out of the CJTF-101 Headquarters but will be available to travel to RIAB locations for any required operations and maintenance support.
The Technician must have at least one year of deployed experience in a contingency environment working in information technology, information systems management, computer science, electrical engineering or a related field.
The Studio Manager perform all duties required to execute and manage media production and content broadcasting. The studio manager shall supervise the daily operations of the radio station. Daily operations include transmitting routine news and weather updates to local RIAB stations, conducting recorded studio events and live broadcasting events, monitoring RIAB transmission status, scheduling and producing regional broadcast content which include re-transmission of a national broadcast, archiving of local RIAB operator content and broadcasts, managing shared media and content files and broadcast on-demand breaking news messages. The Studio Manager shall maintain a daily broadcast schedule and provide a copy daily to the RCC as required.
The Studio Manager will have a minimum of three years working in a live radio or recording production studio.
Must have active Secret Clearance.
Please send resume with job title to: Recruiter@AvantiPlacements.com
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15. Subject: Traffic Specialist to join our Team in Bellevue,Washington
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:34:11 -0700
From:
Lucy Jensen
Intelius is currently seeking a Traffic Specialist to join our Team in Bellevue, Washington. The ideal candidate is eager to expand their knowledge of Display Marketing and wants to learn from some of the best. We build to scale and run fast, you will be responsible for managing and growing a key distribution channel for the company. Attention to detail is a must as well as the ability to solve problems on the fly and truly love to dig into data and make decisions post analysis. We need someone who works well with cross functional teams and can deliver results.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Maximize return through superior campaign management and data analysis of our key metrics like CPA, ROI, etc.
Own and manage our daily performance dashboard, as well as maintenance of both deep- and high-level reporting for trending, analysis.
Provide tactical support on creation, maintenance and optimization of highly-tuned display campaigns with an eye for detail.
Maximize performance from display campaigns across multiple channels ,platforms and partners.
Provide tactical support and daily management through: Ad analysis and optimization, Ad copy/variation testing and optimization, Ad development and expansion.
Provide tactical assistance with other media channels, including search, mobile, and social media advertising initiatives.
Stay informed of industry trends and best practice.
Assist in strategic planning to grow Display Advertising business.
REQUIREMENTS
1+ years online marketing experience or media buying, specifically Display Media – strongly preferred.
4 year bachelor’s degree required, preferably in the field of Marketing, Business and/or Communication.
Graphic Design experience a plus
DFA Experience or large 3rd party ad server experience preferred but not mandatory.
Skilled, analytical thinker who executes on data-driven decisions and use deductive reasoning to diagnose & treat problems.
Well-versed in Excel.
Self-sufficient, must be able to work autonomously towards defined goals with little hands-on guidance.
Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to multi task in a deadline-driven environment.
Demonstrable experience in data analysis or marketing.
Creative writing skills and a base understanding of marketing copywriting.
WE OFFER
Competitive Compensation
401K with Employer Match
PPO Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plan
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays
Identity Theft Protection
Free Bus Pass
Free Beverages
Downtown Bellevue location close to restaurants, shopping, & entertainment
Lucy Jensen
lucy@military-civilian.com
(310) 455-2002 Office
120 North Topanga Canyon Blvd. #105 -177
Topanga Canyon, CA 90290
www.military-civilian.com
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Subject: Opportunity: Operational Research Systems Analyst - Top Secret - Afghanistan -
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:32:32 -0700
From: John Wainwright
Operational Research Systems Analyst Position
12 Month Contract Position
Immediate Openings
Location: Afghanistan
Salary: 210K – 250K Depending on Experience
Full Benefits and R&R Package
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Functional Responsibility:
Produce quick turn analysis products, routine trend assessments, and analysis of unit operations using Operations Research techniques. Facilitate reach-back analysis with the JIEDDO when required. Work with embedded staff, such as Law Enforcement personnel, Human Intelligence Teams, and data collectors. Assist in evaluation of deployed JIEDDO initiatives. Facilitate data transfer from theater to CONUS.
Minimum Recent Experience:
Five years of experience in Operations Research (OR). Knowledge of ground forces mission types, force structure, and war fighting concepts, TTPs, and doctrine. Five years of experience in drafting and making oral presentations to customers. Training at a Service-accredited Operations Research course, such as the Army’s ORSA MAC I.
Minimum Education: Baccalaureate in a technical field.
Minimum Clearance: TOP SECRET
Special Note: Although a Secret Clearance may be allowed and upgraded depending on prior work experience.
Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in Operations Research or related field is preferred.
OCONUS personnel are expected to work the lesser of 84 hours a week or per the CENTCOM Commander’s guidance.
If you are interested in this position, again please email me an updated copy of your resume & your salary expectation and I will call you to schedule an interview with you. Be sure to update your resume to indicate any or all of your previous experience that is listed in the above stated job description using the same verbiage.
John Wainwright I Senior Technical Recruiter
E-mail: wainwje@kellyservices.com
8403 Colesville Road, Suite 860
Silver Spring, MD 20910
301-588-9720, ext 211
Toll free: 877-417-4757
www.kellygovernmentsolutions.com
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16. Subject: Project Control Specialist / Technical Writer, Fall Church VA
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 09:41:17 -0700
From:
Lucy Jensen
DAK Resources
HOT FILL IN Fall Church VA as a Project Control Specialist / Technical Writer!!
We are looking for a highly effective Project Control Specialist as a highly organized Technical Writer/Administrative Assistant to support the client's Enterprise Architecture team supporting the Air Force Medical Support Agency HQ AF/SG6A. This individual must be a strong technical writer that is able to pull together the various articles written by team members into specific plans required by the customer. To be successful the individual must be able to compile documents, create graphics, and charts into reports and plans that are used to brief senior government officials operating at the CIO level. Our ability to create professional, accurate, documents with captivating graphics and charts is “key” to this positions success.
This is a multi-disciplinary role that requires understanding of content, information design, and usability. This individual needs to have strong analytical, organizational, communication and technical writing skills. He/she must also be able to think creatively and thrive in a fine-detail world.
Responsibilities
Log and track incoming requirements ,and outgoing deliverables
Track initiatives
Set meetings and coordinate conference rooms
Create PowerPoint presentations
QA/edit deliverables, an understanding of contract requirements
Skills and Qualifications Required / Desired
An understanding of federal government contract requirements
Strong technical writing skills
Through understanding and ability to use Microsoft Office Products, specifically Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint
Ability to create graphics and charts required for reports
Firm understanding of how to write documents for senior government officials operating at the CIO level
The ability to recognize structural issues within the organization, functional interdependencies and cross-silo redundancies
The ability to assimilate and correlate disconnected documentation and drawings, and articulate their collective relevance to the organization and to high-priority business issues
Experience modeling business processes using a variety of tools and techniques
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to communicate appropriately at all levels of the organization; this includes written and verbal communications as well as visualizations
The ability to act as liaison conveying information needs of the business to IT and data constraints to the business; applies equal conveyance regarding business strategy and IT strategy, business processes and work flow automation, business initiatives and IT initiatives, and benefit realization and service delivery
Strong situational analysis and decision making abilities
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
AFMS experience is beneficial
Security Clearance
Current NACI, or Secret required to be considered for this position.
Salary $70,000.00 per year.
Please put job title in the subject line.
Lucy Jensen
lucy@military-civilian.com
(310) 455-2002 Office
120 North Topanga Canyon Blvd. #105 -177
Topanga Canyon, CA 90290
www.military-civilian.com
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17. Subject: Forensics Subject Matter Expert (SME)- Charlottesville, VA
Date: Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:15:34 -0500
From: Lillian Hill
To: Lillian Hill
If you meet the requirements please email your resume to pam.kocher@idealinnovations.com
Upon award, Ideal Innovations, Inc. is seeking a Forensics Subject Matter Expert (SME):
Duties:
Provides forensic expertise, including chemical, biologic and scientific process knowledge.
Oversees and manages the development, implementation, and assessment of complex DoD forensic policies, directives, procedural manuals.
Reviews and conducts in-depth policy analysis, identifying issues with potential impact on DIA Responsible for comprehensive development and planning of difficult chemical, biological, nuclear and/or explosives target exploitation.
Responsible for collecting, processing, analyzing, summarizing and presenting forensic data and concepts in written reports and briefings.
Assists with developing operational outcome studies and reviewing reports to evaluate effectiveness of current programs, feasibility of future programs, development/adjustment of forensic planning efforts, and Forensic Enabled Intelligence (FEI) capability support.
Provides support to FEI doctrine and training development, strategic communications, data management, and architectural development support.
Attends and provides analytical advice and guidance supporting DIA positions and participation in forensic conferences, working groups, and planning sessions, with functional or multi-disciplinary emphasis in planning, proposing, defending, FEI policy development, and coordinating intelligence policies.
Provides support to DIA participation DNA Database activities.
Experience:
Master of Science specializing in forensics or biology or related area.
8 or more years in medical/forensic science beyond schooling.
Worked in a scientific laboratory for at least 2 years and have 4 years of experience in the field collecting or processing sites for collection.
Knowledge of a full range of technical knowledge of chemistry, biology and forensic science.
Solid comprehension and working knowledge of DNA collection, extraction and analysis.
• Must possess TS/SCI clearance or be TS/SCI eligible.
Position Location: Charlottesville, VA
Approximate Length of Contract: One (1) year
I-3 has very competitive salaries and a generous benefits package. Please apply by sending your resume to Pam Kocher at pam.kocher@idealinnovations.com. EOE
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Aleut Management Services, LLC (AMS) is currently looking for the following positions for our corporate headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO:
18. Talent Acquisition / HR Proposal Manager and Contracts Manager
Attached please find the job descriptions that outline the job duties and responsibilities. If you know of anyone interested in these positions please have them submit an application to the Aleut Management Services and click the Careers link.
AMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, Minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Breanna Welch
HR Generalist
5520 Tech Center Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
(719) 533-6676 - Direct
(800) 377-7765 - Toll Free
(719) 466-7958 – Facsimile
Position Description Form
Job Title: Talent Acquisition and HR Proposal Manager
Is this position an authorized driver? Yes
Worker’s Comp Code
Department AMS-HR
Reports To (Name & Title): Amelia Swenson, Director - HR
Job Location Colorado Springs, CO
Hiring Range $69,036 - $92,048
Employee Type Exempt
Standard Job Description (this should be a very general overview of what the position entails)
The Talent Acquisition and HR Proposal Manager provides HR support, participation and counsel to bid and proposal activities from initial business strategy development and target identification to proposal development to contract win and transition.
Specific Job Description (this should be project specific job duties/responsibilities in bulleted format)
The Talent Acquisition and HR Proposal Manager conducts, but is not limited to, the following job duties:
• Supports the development of the win strategies and differentiators and integrates them into decision support and authoring activities
• Assesses customer requirements and identifies the best fit with existing company job descriptions and FLSA guidelines
• May draft position descriptions as necessary
• Collaborates with proposal and management to understand proposal requirements and existing organizational and/or competitive norms
• Collaborates with pricing and proposal management to develop the pricing strategy and assumptions that will frame the basis for analysis (workforce composition, escalation factors, competitive considerations, etc.)
• Conducts analysis or obtains analysis from other sources (internal or external) and maintains record of analysis and associated details as basis for future audit. Interfaces with auditors to review records as appropriate
• Collaborates with proposal, staffing, and technical subject matter experts to develop strategies and execute related actions (e.g., job levels and qualifications align with scope of work and are priced competitively and executable; identify unique labor needs such as Wage Determined/SCA or Union workforce; author HR proposal text; assist coordination of special initiatives to address specific proposal requirements – talent acquisition and development)
• Authors qualification summaries and documents (resumes, Curriculum Vitae) for key personnel in alignment with proposal requirements and win strategies/themes
• Collaborates with Labor Relations Advisor and Director – HR to develop strategies and execute related actions; coordinates strategy with company policies to manage impact associated with other agreements and coordinates with payroll to address feasibility of considering specific components of agreement
• Collaborates with proposal and HR personnel to develop strategies and execute related actions (assess history of proposed organization and competitive environment, compare components of current total compensation to existing company plans, provide proposal management counsel regarding options for achieving win strategies and author text)
• Provides proposal management and section author support as required, including excerpts from HR-related proposal sections, HR experience and benchmarks (retention rates, industry recognition, system capabilities, etc.)
• May assist with the identification and evaluation of non-employee contributors (i.e. subcontractors, consultants, or other teammates)
• Collaborates with proposal and HR staff to develop strategies and author text for transition plan and coordinates actual transition hand-off to HR personnel in anticipation of contract start
Security Clearance Required: No
If yes, please select the type of clearance. If no, please select “Background Check Only.” Background Check Only
Minimal Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree
Degree Field Human Resources or Related Field
Certifications or Other Licenses (Please indicate if it is desired or required) • Professional Human Resource Certification (PHR) highly desirable
Required Qualifications (this should be the minimum qualifications for candidates to be considered in bulleted form)
• Eight (8) years experience in Human Resources to include demonstrated experience in staffing/recruiting, compensation, FLSA classification and other HR Generalist skill set
• Must be able to work at all levels of the organization and handle high levels of confidentiality
• Knowledge of government RFP process
• Proposal writing experience
• Strong communication skills to include verbal, written and interpersonal
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the HR strategic partnership in driving business results
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends
• Must be able to work under deadline pressure but still maintain accuracy and detail
• Ability to manage relationships with internal customers
• Excellent command of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and internet navigation
Desired Qualifications (bulleted form)
• Experience with Labor Unions
• Experience working in a federal government contracting environment, preferably in the defense industry
• Knowledge of Service Contract Act and Davis Bacon
• Experience using PeopleSoft and/or Deltek CostPoint
• Experience using Economic Research Institute or other compensation survey software
Position Description Form
Job Title: Manager, Contracts
Is this position an authorized driver? No
Worker’s Comp Code
Department AMS Contracts
Reports To (Name & Title): VP, Contracts & Legal
Job Location AMS HQ, Colorado Springs, CO
Hiring Range $83,181 - $124,158
Employee Type Exempt
Standard Job Description (this should be a very general overview of what the position entails)
Manages contracts administration relating to new business capture and proposal efforts.
Specific Job Description (this should be project specific job duties/responsibilities in bulleted format)
The Manager of Contracts performs, but is not limited to, the following job duties:
• Leads staff responsible for the review of candidate solicitations, identifying ambiguities, developing clarifying questions, and performing proposal risk analysis. Provides recommendations regarding pursuit decisions.
• Leads staff responsible for the development, compliance validation, and quality assurance of proposal contracts and cost/price volumes. Coordinates and documents management approval of proposals before execution.
• Leads staff responsible for the solicitation, evaluation, and selection of subcontractor proposals. Leads staff responsible for the coordination of all subcontractor communications during proposal development.
• Leads the negotiation of contracts and subcontracts.
• Develops in coordination with the Vice President and executes a regulatory compliance program.
Candidate must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Security Clearance Required: Please Select One from Drop Down
If yes, please select the type of clearance. If no, please select “Background Check Only.” Top Secret
Minimal Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree
Degree Field Business/Management or related area
Certifications or Other Licenses (Please indicate if it is desired or required) NCMA Certification (Desired)
Required Qualifications (this should be the minimum qualifications for candidates to be considered in bulleted form)
• Ten or more years of contract administration experience with increasing levels of job responsibility.
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR and agency supplements, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)/Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) processes for proposal, contract, and systems audits.
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of the Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and Collective Bargaining Agreements as they impact proposal development.
Desired Qualifications (bulleted form)
• Masters Degree
• Current Top Secret Clearance
• Subcontracting Experience
• Cost Proposal Experience
• Substantial Fixed-Price Contract Experience
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19. JOB TITLE: Manpower, Personnel and Training Analyst
REPORTS TO: Fred Daubenspeck
LOCATION: Camp Pendleton, CA / Okinawa, Japan (1 position at each location)
SUMMARY: Full-time, highly motivated and experienced training professional to assist in providing on-site system installation, development and delivery of training at MAGTF Integrated Systems Training Centers (MISTC) on MAGTF Logistics Support System applications.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Manpower, Personnel and Training Analyst responsibilities include:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Perform server administration functions and technical maintenance on existing CLC2S and TCPT servers, maintain data feeds, and troubleshoot
application problems that may be associated with the server.
Provide MLS2 instructional services to operating force units on the correct usage and setup of the systems to best meet the operational requirements.
Provide technical support to include initial loading of the systems on servers, maintenance, and operation of the data feeds.
Assist with troubleshooting technical issues, administrative issues, and bug issues that may arise with CLC2S and TCPT and interface issues
with other C2 systems such FBCB2/BFT, C2PC, and CPOF.
Provide weekly oral and written status reports on all training support activities associated to the C2 TECOE.
Prepare a final trip report containing technical support actions and training events conducted while TAD.
Provide group and classroom instruction in system administrator, functional administrator, and user/operator training to individual Marines and organizations.
Required:
Masters degree in a related discipline plus a minimum of four (4) years experience
Bachelors degree in a related discipline plus a minimum of eight (8) years experience
A combination of vocational and/or military experience plus three (3) to five (5) years experience may be substituted for degree.
Minimum of four (4) years experience in the areas of planning, requesting, prioritizing, tasking, monitoring and managing logistics resources.
In-depth knowledge of USMC instructional design practices, instructional product development, learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology, effectiveness of training evaluation practices.
Knowledgeable on MAGTF Combat Operations Center (COC) operations in support of BST.
Knowledgeable on how CLC2S and TCPT interface and operate with other systems present in the COC: such as Command and Control Personal
Computer (C2PC), Command Post of the Future (CPOF), and Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below/Blue Force Tracker (FBCB2/BFT).
Knowledgeable in Windows operating systems (including but not limited to Server 2003, XP, and Windows 7), and MS Office software
applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook etc.).
Desired:
Prior Watch Officer or Watch Chief experience is preferred.
DAWAII Level II certification/equivalency in Logistics
Experience with Marine Corps acquisition programs
REQUIREMENTS:
US Citizen
SECRET clearance
Background check
We are an equal opportunity employer
Fred Daubenspeck
Skylla Engineering
25 Clement Drive, Suite 101
Stafford, VA 22556
Email: daubenspeckf@skyllaeng.com
Phone: 540-720-5517 ext 253
Cell: 703 989-0272
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20. Part time Optician and an office manager (San Diego, CA)
Marsha at the Lions Optometric clinic over near the SD Zoo says they have an opening for a part time Optician. She needs a licensed Optician right away. Hours are from 9 AM to 1 PM daily.
Please have qualified individuals call Marsha or just FAX the resume.
Fax: 619-298-5297
Ph: 619-298-5273
Cell: 619-708-7165
Also, keep an eye out for an Office Manager. Marsha says they may have an opening soon for an Office Manager....same phone and fax numbers.
Bob Miley, Contractor
Work and Family Life Consultant
Fleet and Family Support Center
Naval Base San Diego
3005 Corbina Alley
San Diego, CA 92136
P-619-556-9866
Robert.Miley.ctr@navy.mil mailto:Robert.Miley.ctr@navy.mil
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