K-Bar List Jobs: 26 March 2013

K-Bar List Jobs: 26 March 2013 Special Note: K-Bar has been helping veterans find employment for many years now and, as many of you know, K-Bar and his family were affected greatly by the Waldo Canyon fire in Colorado back in June and have been living in a hotel for six months awaiting repairs to the family home. K-Bar and his family have produced a 2013 Calendar as a fundraiser to help victims of the Waldo Canyon Fire and the volunteer and first-responder organizations that helped K-Bar’s family and thousands of others. Please go to: www.waldoshotchicks.com to read the story, order a 2013 Hot Chicks of Waldo Canyon Calendar, and help those affected by the fire as well as those who supported them (FYI: the Hot Chicks are Chickens and are NOT wearing bikinis … in case you were wondering J). Reminder: The jobs listed below are located on the blog: www.kbarlist.blogspot.com, but there are over 1 million more jobs on the website: www.k-barlist.com so use them both!!! • Please go to www.k-barlist.com and register and upload your resume. Good Hunting! • I wrote a book aimed at helping veterans find jobs. The book, "Skinning Penguins: The Veterans' Guide to Post Service Employment," is now available as an ebook using the following link: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/33679 If you prefer a paperback copy you can order it off the website: www.k-barlist.com or simply email me at kbar.vets@gmail.com (cost is $12.00 including shipping) Also join the LinkedIn Group at: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/KBar-List-Veterans-Network-3947220 PLEASE: Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-K-Bar-List-Veterans-Network/199056850159918?sk=wall Today’s Posting: 1. Sales Rep - Industrial Equip - OR/WA 2. Sales Rep - DME - San Francisco, CA 3. BNSF Railway Opportunities (WA; CO) 4. Juniors Buyer- Gardena, CA 5. Quality Manager - Seattle, WA 6. General Manager - Las Vegas, NV 7. Pharmacy technician for Southwest of Spokane, Washington 8. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Southwest of Spokane, WA 9. Engineers/Electricians/Mech/Electronic Techs Military Exp (HI,CA,WA) 10. Country Representative – Yemen 11. Site Supervisor (Gloucester/ Newport News, VA) 12. Senior Humanitarian Advisor - Geneva, Switzerland 13. Geospatial Information System Specialist (Various Locations) 14. Mobile Communications Operations Vehicle Operator (Location Negotiable) 15. Communications Planning Manager (Various Locations) 16. Staging Area Ground Support Specialist (Various Locations) 17. Staging Area Fuel Specialist (Various Locations) 18. Wireless Communications Manager (Various Locations) 19. Emergency Management Specialist (Hazard Mitigation Branch Director), AD-0089-04 (CA) 20. Security Support Specialist (Various Locations) 21. Security Specialist (Various Locations) 22. Individual Assistance Liaison Specialist (Various Locations) 23. Direct Housing Specialist (Various Locations) 24. Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialist (Various Locations) 25. Information Specialist (Various Locations) 26. Resource Specialist (Various Locations) 27. Reports Specialist (Various Locations) 28. Planning Specialist (Various Locations) 29. DRC Support Specialist (Various Locations) 30. Mass Care/Emergency Assistance Specialist (Various Locations) 31. Community Relations Specialist (Various Locations) 32. Environmental Compliance Review Specialist (Various Locations) 33. Environmental Specialist (Various Locations) 34. Environmental Floodplain Specialist (Various Locations) 35. Historic Preservation Specialist (Various Locations) 36. Executive Specialist (Various Locations) 37. Lead Legal Advisor (Various Locations) 38. Equal Rights Advisor (Various Locations) 39. Logistics Specialist (Various Locations) 40. Supervisory Grants Management Specialist, GS-1109-14 (PA) 41. Supply Specialist (Various Locations) 42. Accountable Property Specialist (Various Locations) 43. Hazards and Performance Analysis Grants Support Crew Leader (Location Negotiable) 44. Emergency Management Specialist (Environmental/Historic Preservation Advisor), AD-0089-04 (CA) 45. Telecommunications Specialist (Various Locations) 46. Public Assistance Project Specialist (Various Locations) 47. Information Technology Help Desk Specialist (Various Locations) 48. Public Assistance Project Specialist Expert (Various Locations) 49. Information Operations SME, West Africa 50. HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs, West Africa Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 1. Sales Rep - Industrial Equip - OR/WA - $65k Base - $125k OTE Sales Rep - Industrial Equip - OR/WA 693695 in Beaverton, OR Our client is a subsidiary of Fortune 300 company in the industrial capital equipment marketplace. The company has $850 million in revenue with 3300 employees worldwide and are #2 in the industry domestically. Their equipment ranges in price between $8k - $22k and the Company has grown dramatically in the past 10 years – double digit growth each year. The Company has big commitment to promoting from within and has a flat organizational structure. They work hard/play hard and have very strong camaraderie. They currently have a very stable senior management team. The sales and service organizations report under one umbrella within the region and sales quotas are realistic. On average probably 50% of their sales force will make the sales incentive trip. Base Location: Portland/Seattle Relocation: No Compensation: $50k - 65k Base - $110 - $125k OTE Benefits: Company vehicle and gas card, cell phone, lap top, expenses, full benefits Travel: 50% Qualifications: (MUST HAVES) • Must have industrial capital equipment experience (not just materials) • Strongly preferred: packaging equipment (i.e. coding and marking equipment, stretch wrappers, shrink tunnels, palletizers, case sealers, case erectors, conveying systems, labeling equipment, any inkjet/barcoding equipment…) • Must be a hunter – strong business development • Must have sold direct (not through distribution) • Bachelor’s degree highly preferred • Demo experience preferred • High energy • Clean driving record Personal Attributes: • Disciplined in approach and organization. If you wish to be part of this successful and vibrant organization, please email a MS Word version of your resume torecruiting834@cubemanagement.com . This company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Cube Management helps companies accelerate their sales, by providing the Sales & Marketing talent they need to grow their business. Cube Management is a leading recruiting and consulting partner to emerging growth, mid-market and global companies in the technology, manufacturing, healthcare and business service sectors. We work across the spectrum of Sales, Marketing and Business Development, providing holistic solutions that drive revenue and profit success. Cube Management combines Strategy, Process and People, to produce great results. For a complete list of our job openings, please visithttp://www.cubemanagement.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 2. Sales Rep - DME - CA Bay Area - 695475 San Francisco, CA $36k BAse - $150k OTE compensation Full Time Employment Recruiter Comment: Sales Rep - DME - CA Bay Area - $36k Base - $150k OTE Share: Email Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Job Description Sales Rep - DME - CA Bay Area - 695475 Our Client is one of the fastest growing global manufacturers of durable medical equipment. The Company markets and distributes its products to customers located throughout North America, Europe, Central America, South America, the Middle East and Asia. The Company is dedicated to its customers by consistently offering the best quality and most functional products across a broad spectrum of health care providers' needs; better value and aggressive pricing; world-class customer service and technical support; friendly people to work with; and ongoing innovation. They manufacture a complete line of durable medical equipment including mobility products, beds, bariatric products, wheelchairs, sleep surfaces and pressure prevention products, respiratory equipment, self-assist products, power wheelchairs, power scooters, rehabilitation products, pediatric products, patient room equipment, personal care products and electrotherapy devices. Primary Responsibilities: They are looking for an individual who will be responsible for selling Respiratory (home oxygen, concentrators etc), all types of power mobility products (wheel chairs, walkers, chair elevators etc.) and pressure products (such as beds, surfaces for wounds etc.). The company currently has 40 sales reps nationally, and the average rep makes $130,000 with the top reps making $180,000. Responsibilities: 1. Call on HME dealers, Distributors, Training their sales reps and building business through them 2. Will be responsible for teaching the distributors how to sell retail and increase cash flow 3. Call on LTC Providers 4. Call on Retail Surgical Outlets and consumer stores, Walgreens, CVS and others already that already carry their products. There will be some price negotiation at Consumer and Outlet stores. 5. This is a buy and resell sales process for the consumer stores. 6. Managing the distributors and their sales force Qualifications: 1. Must rank in top 15% of sales force and have “Brag Book” of accomplishments. 2. Must have experience with the Transactional Sales cycle of Product/Purchase order with price negotiation skills. 3. 3+ years selling any type of durable medical product, or 4. 3+ years of B2B experience of any type 5. They will look at Pharma candidates if you have less than 3 years in pharma Travel will be approximately: 50% Base Salary: $36K + Guaranteed Draw (DOE) OTE: 120k - 140k first year uncapped Auto: $500.00 month + gas card + all expenses + lap top and cell phone. They prefer Rep to lease or own a van for demo equipment They pay 60% of the medical insurance. There is a 401K Locations: San Francisco Positions: 2 (one covering the North and one covering the South) If you wish to be part of this successful and vibrant organization, please email a MS Word version of your resume torecruiting839@cubemanagement.com. This company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Cube Management helps companies accelerate their sales, by providing the Sales & Marketing talent they need to grow their business. Cube Management is a leading recruiting and consulting partner to emerging growth, mid-market and global companies in the technology, manufacturing, healthcare and business service sectors. We work across the spectrum of Sales, Marketing and Business Development, providing holistic solutions that drive revenue and profit success. Cube Management combines Strategy, Process and People, to produce great results. For a complete list of our job openings, please visithttp://www.cubemanagement.com Wayne Cozad CEO wayne@cubemanagement.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 3. BNSF Railway Opportunities (WA; CO) Apply: 1. Go to: http://www.bnsf.com/careers/applyjob.html 2. Review the Employment Frequently Asked Questions link 3. Research and apply for jobs online by clicking the Careers then Job Search /Apply link A. Mechanical Shop Laborer Hostler Helper Anticipated Close Date: March 29, 2013 Anticipated Start Date: June 2013 Work Location: Vancouver, WA Benefits: BNSF Employees receive a competitive benefit package B. Conductor Trainee Contact Military Recruiter once applied! Anticipated Close Date: March 26th, 2013 Anticipated Start Date: May 20th, 2013 Work Location: Sterling, Colorado Positioins Available: 10 Benefits: BNSF Employees receive a competitive benefit package. Salary: Terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement shall apply. Applicants will be notified by email regarding potential orientation, testing and interviews for this position. Please check your email on a daily basis C. Conductor Trainee (Primary Recall) La Junta Anticipated Close Date: March 28th, 2013 Anticipated Start Date: May 27th, 2103 Work Location: La Junta, CO Positions Available: 10 Benefits: BNSF Employees receive a competitive benefit package. Salary: Terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement shall apply. Applicants will be notified by email regarding potential orientation, testing and interviews for this position. Please check your email on a daily basis D. Railcar Repair (Carman) Anticipated Closing Date: Posting closes at 11:59PM (CST) on Friday, March 29, 2013. Anticipated Start Date: June 2013 subject to change based on business need. Positions Available: 1 Work Location: Pasco, WA Benefits: BNSF Employees receive a competitive benefit package. Salary: Terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement shall apply. Applicants will be notified by email regarding potential orientation, testing and interviews for this position. Please check your email on a daily basis Note: In order to facilitate a smooth transition, service members leaving active duty should retain a personal copy of their medical records. Candidates may be asked to provide a portion or all during the on-boarding process! Contact JOHN H. WESLEY III / U.S. ARMY 1SG (RET) BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY | MANAGER OF MILITARY STAFFING 2500 LOU MENK DRIVE (AOB-GL 020) | FORT WORTH, TX 76131-2828 john.wesley2@bnsf.com | www.bnsf.com/careers/military "Duty First, People Always" - The Big Red One Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 4. Juniors Buyer.- Gardena, CA National Stores Inc (Greater Los Angeles Area) Job Description Fast growing mid-size discount retailer with 200+ stores headquartered in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced JUNIORS BUYER for our Gardena, CA office. Reporting directly to the Divisional Merchandise Manager, the Juniors Buyer is responsible for the financial performance (sales, turnover, and maintained gross margin) and achieving these components as it relates to their departmental plans. The goal of the Junior Buyer is to: * Deliver the planned return on investment for the Merchandise Division. * Operate within merchandise plan objectives regarding the following items: Mark-ups, Markdowns, Margins and Inventory Turn. * Develop departmental strategy and plans in conjunction with Planner on a quarterly planning calendar. * Review and revise department/class plans on a monthly basis and work with Planner to implement any revisions. * Develop store strategies in conjunction with Planner regarding product mixes, delivery timing, fixture rollouts and special events. * Interpret and analyze statistical reports and take appropriate action to maximize trending business and minimize down-trending business. * Search and negotiate the best deal and value in the marketplace to ensure that we are priced below competition. * Pursue new vendors, concepts, items and trends to set us apart from the competition. Must have cutting edge knowledge of market trends. * Manage flow of merchandise to maximize merchandise turnover. * Take on additional duties as needed. Desired Skills & Experience * College degree in a business related field * 5 plus years of experience in a retail industry buying position * Juniors buying experience is required * Strong organizational skills, detail oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities * Computer literate * Strong interpersonal and communication both verbal and written skills Company Description National Stores, Inc. is a family-owned, family-oriented company that was established in 1962 and grew from a single store in downtown Los Angeles to more than 200 convenient locations in five states: California, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico & Nevada. National Stores Inc. off-price stores include: Fallas Paredes, Fallas Discount Stores and Factory 2-U. Our stores offer a big selection of quality brand name and private label clothing for men, ladies, boys, girls, juniors, infants and toddlers along with lingerie, shoes and home decor. Our philosophy is "First place to shop! First place to save!" and we are committed to providing quality merchandise while keeping our prices the lowest anywhere. We are conveniently located in power strips, specialty centers and downtown areas in the same neighborhoods and smaller communities our customers and our employees call home! National Stores Inc. Additional Information Type: Full-time Job ID: 5207493 Elaine Krieger Talent Acquisition elainekrieger@sbcglobal.net Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 5. Quality Manager - Seattle, WA $110K compensation Full Time Employment Recruiter Comment: "Career Jump" A mega star in Aerospace is looking for a Sr Quality Engineer ready for the next step to Quality Manager. Located in Seattle WA, Great relo, Job Description This is a great career move for the right person. My Client is a GIANT in the Aerospace Industry. Looking for a Senior Quality Engineer that is ready to move up to Quality Manager. Must have worked for a Quality Supplier to Boeing. They are looking for a candidate that has more then just auditing experience. It's really that easy to take a step up in your career. Relocations made easy. Bob Tate Senior Recruiter btate34@gmail.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 6. General Manager - Las Vegas, NV $70-110,000 compensation Full Time Employment Recruiter Comment: Ready to get lucky in LAS VEGAS? Here's your chance! Job Description 5 Star Hotel and Casino NOW HIRING for Casual Restaurant General Manager High End Client on the Las Vegas Strip Casual Asian Concept Restaurant looking for a new General Manager Responsibilities: Operating the outlet efficiently within pre-established cost controls Managing, scheduling and training restaurant staff Monitoring staff performance Maintaining the department in accordance with Health Department standards Ensuring customer satisfaction through application of outlet and property service standards Job Requirements: Candidates must be able to communicate, read and write in English fluently and in a professional manner. Candidates MUST be able to communicate in Cantonese or Mandarin fluently. Knowledge of Chinese cuisine required. Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory position in a high-end restaurant. Candidate must have advanced knowledge of food, beverages and cost control. Candidate must exhibit strong motivational and developmental skills. Kevin Thomas Managing Director kevinj.fpc@comcast.net Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 7. Pharmacy technician for Southwest of Spokane, Washington Pharmacy Technician Onsite OHS, Inc. Location: Southwest of Spokane, Washington Progressive, employee-friendly Onsite OHS is seeking a qualified Pharmacy Technician to provide medical services. Perform a full range of professional Pharmacy concepts and practices, on site; using furnished facilities, equipment and supplies to a variety of patients. All aspects of Pharmacy service shall be commensurate with the capabilities and training of the technician and the Pharmacy Department including but not limited to the items listed below. Job Duties: • Perform pharmaceutical dispensing duties and entering the information into databases • Perform consultation duties with patients on filled prescriptions • Monitor and report any drug reactions • Perform quality control/improvement duties to include performing drug storage inspections, checking for expired supplies, and producing workload reports • Perform supply duties that includes coordinating supply and demand, placing orders, stocking shelves, performing inventory maintenance, and producing our of stock reports • Follows standardized formula cards and procedures in weighing, measuring, and mixing bulk quantities of solutions, ointments, and powders for routinely used pharmaceuticals • Operates equipment such as; precision balances, colloid mills, filtering machines, tube filling and crimping machines, and gravity apparatus • Meets with Pharmaceutical representatives to discuss general clinic requests and concerns and availability of products when required • Answers routine inquiries from hospital staff on the availability of pharmacy supplies Other duties as assigned Requirements: Education: Graduate from a Pharmacy Technician program accredited by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP), received certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), or successfully completed formal Pharmacy Technician training from a technical, hospital, or retail based program Active, Valid, unrestricted license/certification as a Pharmacy Technician in a US jurisdiction Twelve (12) months full-time experience within the last 36 months Current BLS certification Physically capable of performing all Pharmacy Technician services with reasonable accommodation Please note that this position is contingent on the award of a contract. Please send resumes to lucy@military-civilian.com with the job title and location in the subject line. Lucy Jensen | Military - Civilian (310) 455-2002 | lucy@military-civilian.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 8. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Southwest of Spokane, WA Licensed Practical Nurse (Washington State) Location: Washington State Job Code: 253 # of Openings: 2 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Location: Southwest of Spokane, WA Progressive, employee-friendly Onsite OHS is seeking qualified Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to provide medical services. Perform a full range of LPN services on site, using furnished facilities, equipment and supplies to a variety of patients. All aspects of LPN services shall be commensurate with the capabilities of the provider and the Medical Department including but not limited to the items listed below. Job Duties: • Will support the Deployment Health Assessments (DHA) programs at the Medical Treatment Facility • May see the Armed Forces members in the Public Health, Family Health, Women’s Health or Mental Health Clinics, as necessary • Will provide Mental Health Assessments for patients. These assessments are conducted to Identify and assist in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder suicidal tendencies, and other behavioral health conditions currently identified among members of the Armed Forces • Additionally these assessments help in determining which members are in need of additional medical care and require treatment for other health conditions • The assessments shall be conducted in accordance with Post-Deployment Health Clinical Practice Guidelines (PDH-CPG), provisions of the NDAA, and any other applicable references associated with deployment health • Assessments shall be conducted in private settings to foster trust and openness in the member discussing sensitive health concerns • Will be responsible for coordinating and appropriate aspects of the program, such as member eligibility and ensuring satisfactory DHA completion rates • Will comply with all MTF infection control and safety procedures, practices, and standards and applicable AAAHC standards • Will maintain a working knowledge of content and intent of DOD and USAF policy regarding deployment health • Will report DHA compliance metrics and program initiatives (i.e. Population Health Working Group, Community Action Information Board) to the MTF and installation leadership Other duties as assigned Requirements: Education: Graduate of a nationally accredited, state, or military approved practical nursing program Active, Valid, unrestricted license/certification to practice nursing as an LPN in a US jurisdiction Twelve (12) months full-time experience within the last 36 months Current BLS certification Knowledge of standard care principles, procedures, and practices, to include: o Cardiopulmonary resuscitation o Pharmaceuticals and their expected beneficial effects and potential side effects o Infection control o Emergency medical procedures o Physically capable of performing all services with reasonable accommodation Please note that this position is contingent on the award of a contract. Lucy Jensen | Military - Civilian (310) 455-2002 | lucy@military-civilian.com mailto:lucy@military-civilian.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 9. Engineers/Electricians/Mech/Electronic Techs Military Exp (HI,CA,WA) Portland, OR Bradley-Morris, Inc (BMI) is dedicated to providing free professional individualized service to job seekers who are presently undergoing military separation or retirement as we introduce them to job opportunities in corporate America. We are interviewing military personnel who are currently serving on active duty as: • Electricians • Vehicle / Aircraft Mechanics and heavy equipment repair • Machinists • Naval Nuclear ELT, ET, EM, MM • Gas Turbine Engine Techs/Mechs • Electronics Technicians • Avionics and Biomedical Equipment Repair Technicians • Power Generator/Distribution Mechanics • AGE Mechanics • GSE/GSM Techs/Mechs • PMEL/TMDE Techs • Steam and Diesel Engine Mechanics • Aviation and Marine Maintenance The many opportunities available for highly skilled mechanics and technicians are in locations throughout the US. Excellent compensation, salary and opportunities with companies who seek to mold their next generation of technicians, supervisors, and managers. If you are presently serving on Active Duty or have served and our program interests you, please apply today. About Bradley-Morris, Incorporated: Bradley-Morris, Inc. (BMI) is the largest military-focused recruiting/placement firm in the United States. BMI places candidates into engineering, technical management, logistics, manufacturing management, project/program management, sales and technical consulting positions. The company was founded in 1991, has six U.S. operating locations and ranks in the top 1% of contingency firms. BMI's staffing solutions are delivered via four integrated lines of service to Fortune 1000 clients. Luis Alfonso Candidate Recruiter alfonsola.3@gmail.com Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 10. The USAID Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) has extended the deadline for Country Representative - Yemen. This is a full-time Personal Services Contract (PSC) position at the GS-14 equivalent level. This position is open to U.S. citizens only due to security clearance requirements. Applications for this position are now due no later than Monday, April 1, 2013 at 5:00pm EDT. For full information about this position, as well as instructions on how to apply, please visit www.globalcorps.com. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 11. Site Supervisor (Gloucester/ Newport News, VA) Site Supervisor- 2nd shift position 530p-330am Monday through Thursday. This position's homebase will be in Gloucester, Virginia. Will oversee and supervise contract labor workforce in a manufacturing environment. Must be capable of making sound decisions based on independent judgment , skills and experience. Must have familiarity in State and federal employment laws. Must be proficient in Microsoft office applications Must be prepared to respond outside normal work hours. Please send resume to Jennifer@pssinc.net • Location: Gloucester/ Newport News • Compensation: 30-34K per year Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 12. The USAID/Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) has opened a new position for a Senior Humanitarian Advisor for the United States Mission to the United Nations (USUN) in Geneva, Switzerland. This is a full-time Personal Services Contract (PSC) position at the GS-14 equivalent level. This position is open to U.S. citizens only due to security clearance requirements. Applications for this position are due no later than April 8, 2013, 5:00 pm EDT. For full information about this position, as well as instructions on how to apply, please visit www.globalcorps.com. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 13. Job Title: Geospatial Information System Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH047-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Geospatial Information System Specialist is responsible for conducting basic geoprocessing, developing geospatial products and supporting customers as needed. Primary duties include the following: • Creating, maintaining, and updating geospatial databases; • Importing and exporting geospatial data; • Performing basic geoprocessing and analytical tasks; • Digitizing and georeferencing data within Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) software; • Collecting data from internal and external stakeholders to develop and update geospatial products; • Integrating event-specific model output in coordination with authoritative sources; • Developing key geospatial products in at least three functional areas; • Adhering to copyright, disclaimers, licensing, and other sensitive products and data distribution protocols; • Briefing customers on interpretation of products; • Assisting customers with preparing product request forms and track requests for completion; • Distributing geospatial products; • Operating specialized application or geospatial software for disaster support; and • Operating and calibrating GPS units and mobile data collection devices. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Knowledge of Remote Sensing (aerial and satellite imagery), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and various geospatial modeling programs. • Experience using basic office automation systems, including personal computer systems and standard software packages for word processing, presentation, graphics, spreadsheets, database management and similar products. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 14. Job Title: Mobile Communications Operations Vehicle Operator (Location Negotiable) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH039-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Mobile Communications Operations Vehicle Operator in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for providing subject matter expertise in operation, set-up and support of Mobile Communications Operations Vehicle (MCOV) operations. Primary duties include the following: • Prepare the MCOV and operational systems for deployment as directed; • Inform the MCOV Program Coordinator and Regional Liaison of arrival; • Conduct a chassis pre-trip inspection using the MCOV weekly log; • Establish satellite configuration and connectivity; • Conduct a connectivity test of computer, printer, and fax machines; • Submit the initial MCOV status report; • Move the MCOV to designated location; • Set up the MCOV at designated location; • Conduct an MCOV orientation for appropriate site staff. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Licensed and able to operate a Class A type recreational vehicle, troubleshoot operability issues, and perform operator maintenance or research repair facilities for maintenance and mechanical support. • Demonstrated experience in applying knowledge of local area network (LAN)systems in order to establish connectivity and configuration of computers to support multiple users and provide guidance and instruction on the establishment of computer connections. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice (24 hours) to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 1-800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 1-800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 15. Job Title: Communications Planning Manager (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH038-13 SALARY RANGE: $23.69 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Communications Planning Manager in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for assisting in the development of plans by identifying communications-related requirements and assets. Primary duties include the following: • Develop and manage the incident communications Common Operating Picture (COP); • Identify Federal assets, their status, and vulnerabilities including: asset owners, radio frequency (RF) transmitter locations, coverage, and frequencies, RF cross-banding devices, and bandwidth utilization, including satellite, terrestrial, and wireless; • Identify communications-related initiatives implemented by State, tribal, and local governments and Non governmental Organizations; • Compile and maintain the communications COP using spreadsheets, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Homeland Security Information Network; • Document in a common database or spreadsheet the following data from stakeholders: contact information, resources the stakeholders can contribute to resolve issues, and assistance the stakeholders need from the Joint Field Office/ESF #2 Disaster Emergency Communications Group; • Track requests for communication services; and • Develop required reports including Sport Reports and Situation Reports. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience that demonstrates the application of knowledge of telecommunications sufficient to establish infrastructure and provide services and restoration to wireline, wireless, cellular, land mobile radio, and satellite communications. • Knowledge of public safety emergency communications concepts and applications. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollments in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 1-800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 1-800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@dhs.fema.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 16. Job Title: Staging Area Ground Support Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH050-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Staging Area Ground Support Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for supporting the Staging Area Ground Support Manager in the execution of staging area ground operations. Primary duties include the following: • Obtaining the parking plan from the Staging Area Ground Support Manager; • Laying out parking areas according to the parking plan; • Setting up parking control devices according to the parking plan; • Obtaining the traffic plan from the Staging Area Ground Support Manager; • Establishing a traffic flow pattern according to the traffic plan; • Establishing pedestrian lanes according to the traffic plan; • Setting up traffic control devices according to the traffic plan; • Obtaining information for the driver information board from supervisor; • Posting information on the driver information board as directed; • Updating the driver information board as directed; • Directing inbound traffic to appropriate parking area and ensuring appropriate separation between trailers based on commodity; • Directing outbound traffic to checkout; • Leaving room for fueling when parking the refrigerator trailer; and • Executing work stoppage when unsafe work conditions are observed including: pedestrians in lanes of traffic, misuse of material handling equipment, and see and be seen. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of logistical experience at a staging area, warehouse or similar facility. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. OTHER INFORMATION: • Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position. • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • Salary will be determined based on your current position. Reservists who transition directly from the Disaster Assistance Employee (DAE) Program into the Reservist Program before the end of 2012, without any break in service, shall be paid at their current DAE Program rate if applying to a position to which they have received an FQS letter. If applying for a FQS position at a higher band the higher band will be paid. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 17. Job Title: Staging Area Fuel Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH049-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Staging Area Fuel Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for providing fueling services. Primary duties include: • Developing fueling plan for review and approval by immediate supervisor; • Obtaining the fueling site location from the Staging Area Ground Support Manager; • Developing fueling schedule based on operational requirements, including hours of operations and number and type of equipment requiring fuel; • Developing inventory requirements including consumption rate and 24-hour inventory; • Developing reporting requirements; • Incorporating fueling operations safety requirements and standards including: Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliant, State law and local ordinances, and hazardous materials compliant; • Managing fueling operations in accordance with the fueling plan; • Responding to requests for fueling as required; • Performing accurate record keeping including: fuel logs, receiving reports, daily status reports, and spot reports (SPOTREP); • Ensuring delivery of goods and services; and • Executing work stoppage when unsafe work conditions are observed such as spills, grounding, and open flame. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of logistical experience at a staging area, warehouse, or similar facility. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 18. Job Title: Wireless Communications Manager (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH037-13 SALARY RANGE: $23.69 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Wireless Communications Manager in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for public safety wireless communications and frequency coordination in support of the Operations section of an interim Operating Facility, Joint Field Office (JFO) and Federal responders. Primary duties include the following: • Ensure wireless support to Urban Search & Rescue Incident Support teams, National Disaster Medical System Incident Response Coordination Team, and other federal coordination teams; • Coordinate with spectrum managers, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to process requests for frequency assignments, consolidate frequency use assignments and approvals, update the frequency inventory, and resolve frequency use conflicts in the incident area; • Ensure continuity of operations and a complete effective closeout and/or transition at the terminations of activities; • Provide technical guidance for tactical communications networks; • Coordinate with service providers to meet bandwith requirements; • Provide technical guidance for tactical satellite communications; • Place bandwith orders with the Ordering Unit; • Advise immediate supervisor of tactical communications requirements. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience that demonstrates the application of knowledge related to the following: conventional and trunked public safety land mobile radio systems; the P25 standard; FCC and NTIA rules and regulations; the process for frequency requests, assignments, usage, and deconfliction; radio propagation characteristics; radio programming; and satellite communications systems; usage, and or processes. • Knowledge of the application of Stafford Act and non-Stafford Act federal support and emergency management concepts in emergencies, disasters, and planned events. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 1-800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 1-800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 19. Emergency Management Specialist (Hazard Mitigation Branch Director), AD-0089-04 (CA) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:MG-2013-LNG-864588IMAT SALARY RANGE: $73,665.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0089-04 POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Temporary NTE 4 years DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies in the following location(s): Sacramento, CA United StatesView Map Herndon, VA United StatesView Map WHO MAY APPLY: United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. Who May Apply • All U.S. Citizens • For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here We are seeking hard working, creative, and results oriented candidates who embody core values of compassion, fairness, integrity, and respect; and who will maintain FEMA’s core principles of teamwork, preparation, empowerment, flexibility, accountability, and stewardship. Throughout the selection process, candidates will be evaluated not only on their experience and knowledge, but by their ability to personify these values and principles. This position is ideal for an experienced emergency management professional, with disaster field operations management experience. The position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Office of Response and Recovery, National Incident Management Assistance Teams (IMAT). Herndon, VA Starting Salary Range: $74,872.00 - $86,945.00 Per Annum Sacramento, CA Starting Salary Range: $73,655.00 - $85,545 Per Annum The starting salary within the pay bands will be set based on the level of responsibility and experience. 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. STAFFORD ACT EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENTS: Cadre of On-call Response Employee - Incident (CORE-I) is an appointment type granted under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, Section 306 (b), which authorizes FEMA to appoint such temporary employees as necessary to accomplish work authorized under the Act. Appointments under this authority within FEMA are made to the excepted service and are nonpermanent in nature. EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) employees are subject to 24-hour on call work schedules in the event of an emergency and be willing to relocate to emergency sites with little notice. The teams deploy as soon as notified to respond and are on the scene within 12 hours. Once on-scene, the teams operate and function under intense physical and mental stress until the response mission is accomplished. This service will require irregular and/or long working hours which may be under austere environments that include living and working in temporary facilities such as tents, warehouse, or other expediently established facilities, significant damage to critical infrastructure that prevents ready access to potable water (other than for drinking), other than basic medical care, and other routinely available services. Work may include duties other than those specified in the employee’s official position description to include performance of manual labor to support the establishment of team facilitated, subsistence of team members, and distribution of commodities to incident survivors. The work may involve some physical exertion, including activities such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; carrying and lifting of moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds). Relocation Expenses may be paid Relocation Bonus may be authorized. KEY REQUIREMENTS • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. • You must be able to obtain a Public Trustsecurity clearance. • You may be required to undergo periodic drug testing. • Travel required up to 75% of the time. • You must be able to pass a medical readiness exam • Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top When deployed, the incumbent reports to the Operations Section Chief and is responsible for providing natural hazard and risk analysis guidance in the management and coordination of mitigation and flood insurance program delivery. Implements and administers the Stafford Act and the National Flood Insurance Reform Act (NFIRA). Provides input to the development of incident objectives and plans. Participates on preliminary damage assessments. Participates and supports the transition from National Response Framework activities and operations to the National Disaster Recovery Framework activities and operations. • Manages the Hazard Mitigation Branch to ensure a safe, secure, and efficient operation. • Ensures hazard mitigation assessment and planning efforts meets the established goals, timelines, milestones, and standards. • Works directly with State level representatives, local government officials and Tribal Nations. • Coordinates with appropriate levels of State and local officials regarding implementation of innovative, large-scale, politically charged and controversial mitigation initiatives. • Coordinates with the Federal Disaster Recovery Center (FDRC) organization on long-term recovery issues. • Provides technical assistance and program oversight with regard to project eligibility, Regional review and pre-award approval of project and planning sub-applications; processing of cost overruns, modifications, extension, and appeals. • Supports the cadre manager in the recruitment, training, performance evaluation and deployment of Disaster Assistance Employees (DAE's) • Organizes and facilitates training to support development of sub-applications, Benefit- cost analysis, use of FEMA grant software platforms, and program management and implementation. • Reviews, analyzes and provides input on guidance, policies, and procedures related to the mitigation programs. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top To qulify for this position at the AD-04 level you must possess the following: One year of specialized experience providing natural hazard and risk analysis guidance in the management and coordination of mitigation and flood insurance program delivery. Implementing and administering the Stafford Act and the National Flood Insurance Reform Act (NFIRA). Selective Placement Factor: None The qualification requirements listed above must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. If selected, incumbents will be required to attend a 16 week academy that will include but is not limited to: • Basic on-boarding and equipment issuance; • Position-specific emergency management training and education; • Management and leadership development; • Assessments and capability validation exercises; • Engagement with subject matter expert professionals at the local, state, and Federal levels of emergency management; and • Team building activities. The aforementioned activities will build upon and refine the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to effectively execute the Agency mission and operate as a cohesive unit. All travel and per diem expenses will be covered. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust security clearance as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of the applicable executive orders, laws, rules and regulations of programs that support Mitigation and Insurance operations. 2. Indepth knowledge of concepts and provisions of the National Flood Insurance with respect to programs delivered in the post disaster environment. 3. Indepth knowledge of the full range of hazard types (flood, wind, seimic, wildfire and hurricane) and the impact on program delivery. 4. Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and the Incident Command System (ICS). 5. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. For consideration in hiring, candidates for positions on the IMATs will complete a two part assessment. For consideration in hiring, applicants must be available to complete all portions of the hiring process to which they are invited and on the dates specified. Failure to complete any portion will eliminate an applicant from consideration. Participation in all phases of the assessment is mandatory. The phases for the assessment are: Phase I: All applicants will be ranked based on their responses to the Job questionnaire for this announcement. Applicants whose assessment score rates 90 and above, may be considered for further review. Qualified candidates will be referred for a review of their resume and other supporting documentation, by subject matter experts, in regards to the criteria defined in the vacancy announcement. Candidates who are referred by the subject matter experts will then complete Phase II of the assessment. Phase II: Qualified candidates referred at the end of Phase I of the review process, will be invited to attend a one day, in-person assessment. The assessment will include a panel interview and a series of exercises to evaluate their problem solving skills and their ability to work cooperatively with others in a stressful environment. Travel to the assessment will be at government expense. Selection: All applicants will be notified once final selections are made. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select “benefits.” OTHER INFORMATION: This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. Selectee may be required to serve a one-year trial period. Direct Deposit is required. ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top Your application must be received by 11:59PM EST on Friday, March 29, 2013. To begin your online application, click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents. See Required Documents section for more detail. We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your résumé, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to (478) 757-3144. You must print a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX, document your responses to the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire and use the official FAX coversheet found here. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: 1. Your résumé 2. Your responses to the job questionnaire View Assessment Questions AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Loren N. Gibson Phone: (202)646-4271 TDD: 900-877-8339 Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information: DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing 1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III Mail Stop 3715 Washington, DC 20024 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on “Application Status,” and then click “More Information.” We expect to make a final job offer within 30 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 20. Job Title: Security Support Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH036-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Top Secret Clearance. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Security Support Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Coordinate security office resources as directed; • Assist supervisor in setting up a secure environment for personnel identification operations; • Perform security administrative duties as directed; • Conduct fingerprint operations; • Conduct badging operations (providing unique technical badging applications pursuant to DHS Identity and Credentialing standards); • Monitor security operations as directed; • Safeguard Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with established FEMA policies; • Assist in implementing demobilization procedures; • Develop and present disaster-specific security awareness training for incident management personnel; and • Assist in the administration of force protection assets. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • 5 years of administrative experience which provided knowledge and understanding of general domestic security terminology, policy, and procedures. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position requires a Top Secret Clearance. ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 21. Job Title: Security Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH035-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Top Secret Clearance. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Security Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will perform the following duties: • Conduct FEMA disaster security operations needs assessments; • Identify security vulnerabilities in the affected areas; • Coordinate security office resources as directed; • Assist supervisor in setting up a secure environment for personnel identification operations; • Plan, organize, and establish security operations as directed; • Assist in development and implementation of security programs; • Assist in the administration of force protection assets; • Conduct fingerprint operations; • Conduct badging operations; • Monitor security operations as directed; • Safeguard Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with established FEMA policies; and • Assist in implementing demobilization procedures. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • At least 10 years of security experience in the military, private industry, or law enforcement community which included conducting investigations, fingerprinting, etc. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position requires a Top Secret clearance. ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 22. Job Title: Individual Assistance Liaison Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH057-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As an Individual Assistance Liaison Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Attending meetings and coordinate IA messaging with internal and external partners; • Using Operational Planning Worksheets to input assigned tasks and/or assignments that support incident objectives; • Serving as primary point of contact for Individual Assistance issues in coordination with External Affairs; • Supporting dissemination of information to External Affairs in coordination with supervisor; • Referring issues/concerns identified through external meetings to Applicant Services Crew Leader and immediate supervisor; • Providing support and assistance to External Affairs to include facilitating information exchange between Individual Assistance components to address External Affairs inquiries such as Congressional inquiries; • Communicating and coordinating with External Affairs personnel to maintain a strategic partnership; and • Maintaining coordination with Individual Assistance Management to ensure consistent messaging. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience practicing effective and appropriate interpersonal communication and team behavior HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS letter from FEMA, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 23. Job Title: Direct Housing Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH056-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Direct Housing Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Assisting immediate supervisor with identifying available commercial pads/sites and in verifying Temporary Housing Unit (THU) setup permit and inspection requirements; • Contacting commercial mobile home parks for information and providing it to the Crew Leader; • Identifying potential waivers for permits and inspections; • Assisting immediate supervisor with performing Market Research and in identifying geographical and logistical restraints that may affect the direct housing mission implementation; • Creating and maintain a daily field log on all assigned inspections and tasks; • Completing Ready For Occupancy (RFO) inspections using FEMA Form 90-24 (Ready for Occupancy Status) and FEMA Form 90-13 (Temporary Housing Unit Inspection Report); • Completing a walk-through tour of the unit with the applicant, explaining the unit's features and the difference between the applicant's responsibilities and FEMA -provided maintenance’s responsibilities; • Communicating the applicant’s rights and responsibilities established under the FEMA Form 90-96D (Receipt For Government Property Individual & Household Program) and obtain Applicant’s signature; • Performing Move-out Inspection and site inspections; • Assisting Crew Leader with the abbreviated eight-step process for compliance with floodplain management regulations; • Performing land use assessments to determine feasibility of potential group site locations; • Assisting immediate supervisor with the eight-step process for compliance with floodplain management regulations; • Reviewing disaster specific contract Statement of Work and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan; • Monitoring the contract using the applicable checklist as directed by the Crew Leader/Contracting Officer's Representative (COTR); • Alerting the COTR of any contractor issues that will affect the mission; • Assisting the Crew Leader with preparing Statements of Work and the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans; • Conducting site visits of unit, Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard compliant ramp construction, commercial site upgrades, group sites under construction, private or commercial site deactivation, and group site remediation as directed in order to verify and document work progress; • Serving as an onsite liaison between Individual Assistance and Logistics field staff at a temporary housing storage site or staging area; AND • Completing FEMA form 90-13 along with contractor and Logistics staff to ensure Temporary Housing Units meet “Ready for Dispatch” requirements. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience performing direct housing planning activities and field operations specific to private, commercial, and group sites. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 24. Job Title: Voluntary Agency Liaison Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH054-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Voluntary Liaison Specialist (VAL) in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Thoroughly reviewing cases in NEMIS and identify issues that need to be addressed; • Identifying the need for and resources available to perform emergency debris, muck-out, and gutting operations; • Identifying additional helping resources to close the gap such as additional voluntary and faith based partners and/or AmeriCorps MAs; • Identifying and communicate the existence of ad hoc volunteer, cash, and product donations activities to support State priorities; • Serving as the primary consultant for the establishment of long-term individual recovery efforts; • Identifying partner priorities for the development of a long-term recovery process to address unmet needs; • Identifying additional voluntary, faith-based, and community service providers to participate with long-term recovery as either members of the committee or as resources to the committee; • Assisting with providing voluntary, faith-based, and community organizations and the private sector with information on delivery sequence including FEMA disaster programs and pertinent information relevant to the community’s priorities; • Participating in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance required skill sets and credentialing proficiency; and • Closing out voluntary agency activities. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience working during response, recovery and long term recovery functions. • Experience working with voluntary, faith-based, and other community and private sector organizations to gather, analyze, and distribute information HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS letter from FEMA, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 000-000-0000 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 000-000-0000 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 25. Job Title: Information Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH048-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Information Specialist is responsible for the display of incident status information, such as resource status reports, aerial and orthography photographs, and infrared data. Primary duties include the following: • Collecting information as directed using the disaster specific information plan; • Evaluating and determining the validity and usefulness of the information; • Organizing raw information (e.g., databases, charts, graphs,) to establish a common operating picture; • Assessing the validity and reliability of information; • Ensuring that the information being analyzed corresponds to the correct reporting period; • Identifying information requiring immediate dissemination and determine the audience for the information; • Participating in the development of the Information Collection Plan; • Providing information to assist in the development of reports and briefings; • Producing clear and accurate planning products using standardized formats as directed; and • Assisting in the setup and maintenance of the situation room. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of experience collecting, compiling, and analyzing data in order of significance. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 26. Job Title: Resource Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH046-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Resource Specialist is responsible for tracking and maintaining resource information. Primary duties include the following: • Preparing and maintaining designated Incident Action Plan (IAP) Forms • Participating in Tactics Meetings in support of the Resource Unit Leader; • Transferring information from the approved Incident Command System (ICS) Form 215 to ICS Form 204; • Providing Incident Command System (ICS) Forms 203, 204, 205A, and 207 to the Planning Support Unit for inclusion in the IAP; • Providing resource information to other organizational elements; • Providing the Documentation Unit Leader resource status for the Incident Summary and Situation Report (ICS Form 209); • Providing resource information to various organizational elements as requested; and • Providing the Geospatial Information System Unit with resource information needed for geospatial products ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of proven experience collecting, compiling, and analyzing data in order of significance HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 27. Job Title: Reports Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH045-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Reports Specialist is responsible for assisting in gathering information, compiling reports, and maintaining accurate, up-to-date incident files. Primary duties include the following: • Gathering information and writing reports as assigned (e.g., Initial Operating Report Fact Sheets [ICS Form 209] and SPOTREPs); • Developing and maintaining Incident Chronology; • Taking minutes at Staff Meetings and Planning meetings; • Taking minutes at other meetings as assigned and prepare documentation for official records; • Setting up and maintaining a record and non-record file management system using the agency-approved format; • Obtaining official disaster documents for permanent record; • Setting up and managing an electronic filing system for the Planning Section; • Distributing and posting information as directed. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of proven experience collecting, compiling, and analyzing data in order of significance HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 28. Job Title: Planning Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH044-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Planning Specialist gathers and analyzes information and assists with the preparation of plans as assigned. Primary duties include the following: • Assisting the Planning Support Unit Leader in developing the Incident Action Plan (IAP); • Attending Planning Meetings and taking notes as directed; • Attending the Operations Tactics Meeting and taking notes as directed; • Gathering Incident Action Plans inputs from Safety (ICS Form 206), Documentation Unit (ICS Forms 201 and 209), Situation Unit (ICS Form 202), and Resource Unit (ICS Forms 203, 204, 205, 207, and 215); • Assembling Incident Action Plans inputs in appropriate IAP sequence and format; • Ensuring Incident Action Plans are reviewed prior to the Planning Meeting; • Modifying and distribute the Incident Action Plan as directed; • Preparing the drafting Strategic Plan as directed; • Preparing, displaying, and maintaining Strategic Timeline as milestones and goals are established; • Gathering Strategic Staffing Projection input from incident organization elements and staffing pattern data from Automated Deployment Database; • Assisting other incident organization elements to develop contingency, transition, and other plans as directed by the Planning Support Unit Leader; • Supporting the Planning Support Unit Leader in the position as the Remedial Action Coordinator for the Remedial Action Management Program. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Two or more years of proven experience collecting, compiling, and analyzing data in order of significance. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 29. Job Title: DRC Support Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH072-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) Support Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Assisting with deployment of Disaster Recovery Staff (DRC) staff and act as point-of-contact for DRC personnel assignments; • Assisting with assessing training needs for DRC staff during deployment; • Obtaining lists of agency staffing for each DRC; • Helping determine logistical, information technology (IT), safety, and security planning requirements for each DRC; • Working with Logistics, IT, Safety, and Security to set up each DRC; • Monitoring and assisting with ongoing logistical and other support of daily DRC operations; • Using Recovery Information Management System (RIMS) for DRC activity reporting, if required; • Maintaining current listings of DRC locations, openings, operating schedules, and closings; • Providing input for the Situation Report (SITREP) to immediate supervisor; • Maintaining a staffing report with projected release dates; • Preparing special reports as required for problems, trends, issues, or concerns; • Maintaining a current Continuity of Operations Plan call-down list; • Providing DRCs with Joint Field Office (JFO) information and reports; AND • Assisting Closing of all DRCs. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience working with the staffing of Disaster Recovery Centers • Experience working with Disaster Recovery Center reporting requirements and distribution process HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 30. Job Title: Mass Care/Emergency Assistance Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH053-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Mass Care/Emergency Assistance Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Assisting in the coordination and development of correspondence in response to Congressional or private inquires related to Mass Care/Emergency Assistance (MC/EA) functions; • Supporting the analysis and providing guidance on the Stafford Act, regulations, agency policies, and other relevant MC/EA functions; • Analyzing reports and plans to ensure MC/EA objectives are being accomplished; • Analyzing the information provided by MC/EA personnel or other staff to recommend additional resources necessary to meet the mission; • Providing technical assistance on the Stafford Act, regulations, agency policies, and other relevant MC/EA functions; • Implementing developed support solutions to address the MC/EA identified service and resource shortfalls; • Supporting the MC/EA Task Forces and Crews as required; • Assisting in processing and tracking Action Report Forms in support of MC/EA functions; • Reviewing the disaster specific contract or purchase order to include the Statement of Work and deliverables; • Reviewing the disaster specific Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan as prepared by the Individual Assistance (IA) Contracting Officer's Representative (COTR) Crew Leader/Specialist; • Alerting the Individual Assistance (IA) Contracting Officer's Representative (COTR) Crew Leader/Specialist of any contractor issues that will affect the mission; • Monitoring contract work progress per the contract specifications and/or deliverables as directed by the IA COTR Crew Leader/Specialist; • Assisting the IA COTR Crew Leader/Specialist in reviewing contractor invoices; • Assisting with the transition of survivors from emergency shelters to transitional shelters or other temporary housing options as soon as feasible; • Providing programmatic and/or operational technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders as requested; • Assisting with training and advising other Mass Care Specialists as they perform tasks related to MC/EA functions; • Collaborating with Regional counterparts to review and make recommendations for updates to the MC/EA sections of the State’s Emergency Operation Plans; and • Supporting the integration and development of MC/EA planning consistent with identified State and local priorities in coordination with Regional authorities. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess one of the following: • Experience working with multi-agency task forces and assessment teams • Experience working with Functional Needs Support Services HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS letter from FEMA, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 31. Job Title: Community Relations Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH071-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Community Relations Specialist provides subject matter expertise in community relations. Primary duties include the following: • Conducting the Assess, Inform, and Report Mission immediately upon arrival at a disaster location. Assess: Provide ground truth and validate that the operational goals and priorities align with the most critical needs of disaster survivors. Inform: Ensure disaster survivors have an understanding of and access to the full range of assistance available to support their recovery. Report: Provide Operators and leadership with comprehensive, actionable summaries that identify needs and trends. • Assisting disaster survivors by providing services to conduct on-site registration, status checks and emerging live-time needs assessments. • Building the required field working relationships with FEMA, Other Federal Agency partners and local community-based organizations; • Processing community requests and providing referrals as needed using the proper Operational channels (e.g., Speakers Bureau Request Form); • Disseminating disaster-specific information products to the community; • Coordinating activities and establishing strategies to reach those individuals or groups that may not be reached by community-based organizations or conventional media. • Identifying public information needs so critical messaging can be developed and disseminated; • Creating a Daily Field Report for Community Relations as directed; • Planning, coordinating, and implementing special events. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Working knowledge or expertise in FEMA programs including identifying and referring disaster survivors to services needed to assist during disaster recovery. • Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and communities to attain mutually positive results. • Experience verbally transmitting information so the intended audience comprehends the presentation. • Basic computer skills which includes utilizing Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer, etc. • Basic skills in the use of mobile technologies and equipment, such as mobile Global Positioning System (GPS) for vehicle use, Blackberry or smartphone, and laptop or iPAD. In addition to the above, you must be able to walk for long periods over rough and uneven terrain, stand on concrete floors for long periods of time, work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, and lift up to 25 pounds. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 32. Job Title: Environmental Compliance Review Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH043-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Environmental Compliance Review Specialist provides subject matter expertise in Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) program review, reports and compliance. Primary duties include the following: • Collects data on environmental considerations related to potential impact; • Works with components of the incident management organization to support effective program delivery • Utilizes EHP-related computer applications (e.g., Geospatial Information System and Environmental Management Information System) to generate reports • Researches environmental considerations and best practices to answer specific questions, provides recommendations, or solves problems; • Conducts EHP project reviews; • Manages documentation according to the EHP Management Plan. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience and/or education utilizing Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) laws, executive orders, regulations, agreements, policies and procedures. Although not required, experience working with EHP related computer applications is highly desired. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time.Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 33. Job Title: Environmental Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH042-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Environmental Specialist provides subject matter expertise in environmental planning for Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) reports and compliance. Primary duties include the following: • Collect data on environmental resources and/or issues related to potential impacts; • Identify Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) resource considerations in a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA); • Synthesize information using EHP-related computer applications; • Make determinations of effect on EHP Resources beyond established agreements/protocols for streamlined review; • Provide technical assistance on environmental considerations to the incident management organization and external stakeholders; • Support Compliance Review Specialists in environmental reviews; and • Manage documentation according to the EHP Management Plan. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Education or experience working in Environmental Historic Preservation or a related field. • Experience working with Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) laws, executive orders, regulations, agreements, policies and procedures. Although not required, experience using EHP-related computer applications is highly desired. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time.Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 34. Job Title: Environmental Floodplain Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH041-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Environmental Floodplain Specialist provides subject matter expertise in environmental floodplain considerations for Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) review, reports, and compliance. Primary duties include the following: • Collect data to support compliance with 44 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 9—Floodplain Management; • Identify Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) resource considerations in a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA); • Gather information for disaster-specific guidance; • Obtain existing resources that can be used to facilitate flood plain reviews; • Synthesize information using EHP-related computer applications; • Manage documentation according to the EHP Management Plan; • Provide technical assistance on floodplain considerations to the incident management organization and external stakeholders; and • Prepare and submit written EHP reports and other documents through proper channels. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience with Floodplain Management laws, executive orders, regulations, agreements, policies and procedures Although not required, experience using Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) related computer applications is highly desired HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 35. Job Title: Historic Preservation Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH040-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Historic Preservation Specialist provides subject matter expertise in historic preservation for Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) review, reports, and compliance. Primary duties include the following: • Collect data on historic preservation considerations related to potential impact; Synthesize information using Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation(EHP)-related computer applications; • Make determinations for National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 compliance; • Complete historic preservation reviews for the potential presence of, and impact to, historic properties; • Coordinate the integration of historic reviews with concurrent environmental and floodplain reviews; • Provide technical assistance on historic preservation considerations to the incident management organization and external stakeholders; • Prepare and submit written EHP reports and other documents through proper channels; and • Manage documentation according to the EHP Management Plan. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Essential knowledge of Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) laws, executive orders, regulations, agreements, policies and procedures • Education and/or experience in the field of historic preservation Although not required, experience using EHP-related computer applications is highly desired HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time.. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6036 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 36. Job Title: Executive Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH070-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Executive Specialist provides administrative support to the office of the Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), serves as a confidential assistant, and works in a close and direct relationship with staff. The Executive Specialist must exercise discretion in the performance of duties and confidentiality of information. Primary duties include the following: • Sets up the office of the FCO and assists in setting up the SCO as directed; • Oversees the establishment of a filing system, maintains official FCO files, and transitions files back to the Regional Office; • Coordinates the completion of the FEMA/State Agreement; • Accurately prepares documents from draft materials, handwritten notes, and verbal instructions; • Makes travel arrangements following FEMA travel regulations; • Prepares confidential and sensitive documents and maintain such files in the strictest of confidence; • Prepares and maintains FCO documents; • Manages FCO contacts and appointments based on FCO priorities; • Receives, logs in, and distributes incoming correspondence; • Reviews outgoing correspondence to ensure accuracy before the FCO’s signature; • Receives, screens, and refers visitors and telephone calls; • Releases data, information, and copies of sensitive or confidential material only to authorized personnel; and • Completes specific assignments issued by the FCO, as directed. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience working as an administrative professional assisting a high level senior executive HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gove Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 37. Job Title: Lead Legal Advisor (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH051-13 SALARY RANGE: $39.57 to $39.57 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. • You must possess a Law Degree and a current bar membership of any state. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Lead Legal Advisor in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Providing overall supervision and management of FEMA Office of Chief Counsel (OCC) on-site legal operations; • Ensuring that all legal advisors successfully perform their duties; • Developing professional relationships and trust with senior staff in order to be included as a legal advisor in the decision-making process; • Establishing relationships with the Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO), senior staff, and FEMA program managers; • Establishing relationships with appropriate external legal partners; • Providing situational awareness to the OCC chain of command on significant issues as needed, legal or otherwise; • Reviewing and endorsing all legal products and advice prepared for the FCO and OCC chain of command; • Identifying legal issues and initiating outreach to senior program staff; • Facilitating the resolution of legal issues by identifying and coordinating parties as necessary; • Establishing the relevant and material facts related to legal issues; • Conducting research related to complex legal issues as they relate to organizational operations or programs; • Analyzing the facts, context and law to develop opinions and recommended course of actions; • Ensuring compliance and recommending courses of action • Delivering and following up on legal advice and recommended courses of action; and • Providing mandatory and discretionary training to all FEMA staff. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • A J.D. degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school • Experience in emergency management, operational law, or related fields HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "High Risk" and requires a Public Trust Background Investigation (BI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf • TRANSCRIPTS • CURRENT BAR MEMBERSHIP DOCUMENTATION AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 38. Job Title: Equal Rights Advisor (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH059-13 SALARY RANGE: $39.57 to $39.57 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As an Equal Rights Advisor in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Overseeing equal rights responsibilities in a Joint Field Office (JFO); • Identifying potential equal employment opportunities (EEO)/civil rights (CR) issues; • Attending staff meetings to identify potential EEO/CR issues; • Reviewing planned FEMA activities and documents for compliance with policies, laws, and regulations pertaining to EEO and CR; • Verifying the accuracy of the equal rights portion of the administrative procedures; • Drafting letters for Federal Coordinating Officer’s (FCO) signature and distribution to staff; • Verifying the accuracy of information on all posters and in all Equal Rights documents before they are duplicated and distributed; • Preparing and/or provide EEO/CR information for documents; • Developing and provide counseling information packages; • Collecting and evaluate population and applicant demographics to develop and structure FEMA program delivery strategy; • Conducting compliance audits and pocket compliance reviews during disasters • Interviewing key people involved in EEO/CR issues and/or complaints; • Evaluating collected information on a given EEO/CR issue for relevancy and completeness; • Providing guidance to FEMA management and employees, applicants, and other appropriate parties regarding EEO/CR issues; • Referring non-EEO/CR issues to appropriate resources; • Processing equal employment issues; • Processing civil rights issues; • Maintaining a log describing the status of EEO/CR cases from the current disaster, for consistency and avoiding duplication of effort; and • Assessing the training needs of EEO/CR employees in FEMA facilities. • Deploying to disaster JFO locations • Participating in developing strategy for and conducting civil rights compliance reviews ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • At least one year of equal employment (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) or civil rights (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) experience applying the principles, concepts and strategies of equal employment and/or civil rights. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 39. Job Title: Logistics Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH020-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Logistics Specialist (LGSP) in FEMA's Reservist Program performs the following duties: • Move and transport goods in a timely manner to the location directed; • Reconcile items accurately including: bill of lading, shipping documents, inventory lists, and property transfer reports; • Follow routes as directed; • Move and lift bulky items properly; • Set up and break down offices, including furniture; • Load and unload trucks; and • Assist with the establishment and maintenance of facilities. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience in the movement and tracking of supplies and resources, the layout and setup of temporary or permanent working space, warehouse operations, and meeting warehouse-related customer service requests on tight deadlines with little or advance notice. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "High Risk" and requires a Public Trust Background Investigation (BI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 40. Supervisory Grants Management Specialist, GS-1109-14 (PA) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:MG-2012-01995-LDC-864145DE SALARY RANGE: $103,152.00 to $134,096.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 to Sunday, March 31, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: GS-1109-14 POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the following location: Philadelphia, PA United StatesView Map WHO MAY APPLY: United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. Who May Apply • All U.S. Citizens • For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here • This position opportunity is also being advertised under Merit Promotion Procedures and at the GS-14 grade levels. Please see vacancy announcement number 863734 for additional information. This position is ideal for an expert Grants Management professional looking for an opportunity to manage the activity of approximately nine technical, analytical and administrative support employees, ranging in grade from GS-4 to GS-13, and support the financial management of Federal preparedness assistance program activities in FEMA Region III. This position starts at a salary of $103,152 (GS-14, Step 1), with promotion potential to $134,096 (GS-14, Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to become the Chief, Grants Business Management Branch, FEMA Region III in Philadelphia, PAEMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: For all non-bargaining unit positions, the following applies: Every FEMA employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which 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 with physically austere and operationally challenging conditions. Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position. KEY REQUIREMENTS • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. • You must be able to obtain a Public Trust security clearance. • You may be required to undergo periodic drug testing. • This position may require occasional non-emergency travel. • Direct Deposit is mandatory. • Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top In this position, you will become a key member of a team of Grant and Financial professionals in a pivotal policy role from day one. You will develop, deliver and maintain a variety of policy and other technical guidance related to the award, administration, monitoring, reporting and closeout of grants and cooperative agreements managed by FEMA Region III. Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to: • Providing expert guidance and authoritative interpretations of technical applications and procedures consistent with the policies and guidance of FEMA program Directorates on all activities related to the management of FEMA grants. • Planning, directing and overseeing the Region's implementation and/or application of grants management policies, processes and procedures affecting the entire spectrum of grants management operations • Evaluating and improving regional grants management operations • Developing methods, strategies and initiatives for enhancing grants business management in Region III. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You qualify for this position at the GS-14 level if you possess the following: One full year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is described as experience which includes some or all of the following responsibilities: Experience with the grants management process, including program and/or financial grant management requirements; Communicating and coordinating the roles and responsibilities of internal and external parties involved in the grants management process.; Evaluating grantee applications and justifications, including cost factors.; Monitoring grant management activities and evaluating grantee operations from grant application approval through grant closeout. Participating in the negotiation of grant awards, grant funding and/or terms and conditions of grants.; Providing technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders on grant administration and related financial policies, procedures, statutes and regulations.; Providing effective and timely programmatic guidance, leadership and advice to grants staff, potential/actual grantees and inter and intra-agency operating officials. The qualification requirements listed above must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for a Public Trust security clearance as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job: 1. Knowledge of grant administration rules, policies, and regulations. 2. Ability to plan and execute work. 3. Knowledge of supervisory techniques and administrative principles required to manage employees to promote federal policies and procedures and team building concepts. 4. Ability to orally communicate with a variety of individuals and groups in order to provide program information, technical assistance and guidance. 5. Ability to communicate in writing. Under Delegated Examining (All U.S. Citizens), we will use your job questionnaire to place you in one of three categories based on your experience, education, and training. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories: 1. Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria. 2. Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria. 3. Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities. If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM’s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be placed in the Well Qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. This position [is or is not] considered scientific/professional. For information on veterans’ preference, please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select “benefits.” OTHER INFORMATION: This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top Your application must be received by 11:59PM EST on Sunday, March 31, 2013. To begin your online application, click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents. See Required Documents section for more detail. We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your résumé, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to (478) 757-3144. You must print a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX, document your responses to the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire and use the official FAX coversheet found here. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: 1. Your résumé 2. Your responses to the job questionnaire View Assessment Questions 3. Are you a veteran? Submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out the SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. Click here for more veterans’ information. 4. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? You must submit: • a copy of your agency notice, and • a copy of your most recent performance rating, and • a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location. AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Lon D. Cabot Phone: (800)879-6076 TDD: 1-800-877-8339 Email: LON.CABOT@FEMA.DHS.GOV Agency Information: DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing PO Box 9900 Winchester, VA 22604 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on “Application Status,” and then click “More Information.” We expect to make a final job offer within 30 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 41. Job Title: Supply Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH021-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Supply Specialist (SPSP) in FEMA's Reservist PRogram provides subject matter expertise in receiving and distributing materials and supplies while maintaining security and accountability. The SPSP performs the following duties: • Support material and supply requirements; • Establish an organized supply room as directed; • Secure high-value items and conduct inventories; • Identify stock burn rates and communicate that information to the immediate supervisor; • Receive materials and supplies while maintaining security and accountability; • Establish the layout of the receiving area; • Inspect received equipment and material for visible damage and take actions as directed; • Distribute receiving documentation to other units as directed; • Distribute received items to proper recipients while maintaining accountability; • Deliver items that qualify as accountable property to the Accountable Property Office; • Coordinate and deliver resources to the end-user or customer as directed by the Ordering Unit; • Provide mail services and ensure that a centralized mail distribution and pickup center is established as directed; • Generate a shipping order using an online commercial delivery service as directed; and • Inspect incoming mail and packages, per Federal guidelines, to ensure safety. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience in the movement and tracking of supplies and resources, the layout and setup of temporary or permanent working space, warehouse operations, and meeting warehouse-related customer service requests on tight deadlines with little or advance notice. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time.Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 42. Job Title: Accountable Property Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH022-13 SALARY RANGE: $12.06 to $15.82 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As an Accountable Property Specialist (APSP) in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for accountability, protection, transfer, and ultimate disposition of personal property. APSPs are administrative employees who must be certified or accredited to work as an official Agency Accountable Property Officer and are charged with establishing and maintaining formal property records. Primary duties include the following: • Accurately receive items into the Inventory System of Record; • Accurately manage hand receipts; • Perform effective inventory asset management; • Create and execute a Property Transfer Report in accordance with Accountable Property guides; • Conduct an inventory of assets; • Monitor and process Report Of Survey activities as directed; • Demobilize the Accountable Property Office; • Process excess property and assets for disposal in accordance with guidance; and • Create and file appropriate reports as directed. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess • Experience (1) using a barcode reader to conduct inventories, (2) receiving/transferring property through an Inventory System of Record (ISR), and (3) completing/submitting documents to adjust and/or correct errors within an Inventory System of Record in a fast-paced and stressful receiving area environment. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "High Risk" and requires a Public Trust Background Investigation (BI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 43. Job Title: Hazards and Performance Analysis Grants Support Crew Leader (Location Negotiable) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH033-13 SALARY RANGE: $23.69 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0089-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All US Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Hazard Mitigation (HM) Hazards and Performance Analysis Grants Support Crew Leader in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will perform the following duties: • Coordinate the collection, distribution, and maintenance of HM disaster-related information; • Communicate HM program information under stressful situations; • In coordination with supervisor, develop tactical plan to implement functional objectives; • Design tactical plan for crew to include a list of essential crew activities (e.g., staffing plan, HM Grant Program policies, HM Plans information); • Develop lists and plan for the resources needed to accomplish crew goals and objectives (e.g., coordinate staffing for review of HM Grant Program applications); • Provide clear direction, assignments, and guidance to effectively structure and organize work activities, maximize productivity, and fulfill the incident objectives; • Keep subordinates informed of situational awareness, the context in which we are operating in the Joint Field Office and communities to include decisions, actions, and changes that affect them; • Communicate job-performance requirements to subordinates. (e.g., work hour, rotation schedule, contact list); • Establish work assignments and set priorities; • Distribute work equitably and appropriately among crew members; • Ensure all assigned personnel time records are complete, accurate and submitted within established timeframes; • Communicate performance deficiencies immediately and take corrective action; • Prepare and discuss incident-specific performance evaluations using agency approved forms with assigned personnel. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience that demonstrates the ability to supervise staff engaged in the Hazard Mitigation Hazards and Performance Analysis Grant Support or technical assistance function to ensure all activities align with and support the Hazard Mitigation Strategy and Incident Action Plan (IAP) objectives on multiple disasters. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions.When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "High Risk" and requires a Public Trust Background Investigation (BI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-879-6076 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 44. Emergency Management Specialist (Environmental/Historic Preservation Advisor), AD-0089-04 (CA) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:MG-2013-LNG-864632IMAT SALARY RANGE: $73,655.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0089-04 POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Temporary NTE 4 Years DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies in the following location(s): Sacramento, CA United StatesView Map Herndon, VA United StatesView Map WHO MAY APPLY: United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. Who May Apply • All U.S. Citizens • For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here We are seeking hard working, creative, and results oriented candidates who embody core values of compassion, fairness, integrity, and respect; and who will maintain FEMA’s core principles of teamwork, preparation, empowerment, flexibility, accountability, and stewardship. Throughout the selection process, candidates will be evaluated not only on their experience and knowledge, but by their ability to personify these values and principles. This position is ideal for an experienced emergency management professional, with disaster field operations management experience. The position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Office of Response and Recovery, National Incident Management Assistance Teams (IMAT). Herndon, VA Starting Salary Range: $74,872.00 - $86,945.00 Per Annum Sacramento, CA Starting Salary Range: $73,655.00 - $85,545.00 Per Annum The starting salary within the pay bands will be set based on the level of responsibility and experience. 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. STAFFORD ACT EXCEPTED SERVICE APPOINTMENTS: Cadre of On-call Response Employee - Incident (CORE-I) is an appointment type granted under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, Section 306 (b), which authorizes FEMA to appoint such temporary employees as necessary to accomplish work authorized under the Act. Appointments under this authority within FEMA are made to the excepted service and are nonpermanent in nature. EMERGENCY ASSIGNMENT: Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) employees are subject to 24-hour on call work schedules in the event of an emergency and be willing to relocate to emergency sites with little notice. The teams deploy as soon as notified to respond and are on the scene within 12 hours. Once on-scene, the teams operate and function under intense physical and mental stress until the response mission is accomplished. This service will require irregular and/or long working hours which may be under austere environments that include living and working in temporary facilities such as tents, warehouse, or other expediently established facilities, significant damage to critical infrastructure that prevents ready access to potable water (other than for drinking), other than basic medical care, and other routinely available services. Work may include duties other than those specified in the employee’s official position description to include performance of manual labor to support the establishment of team facilitated, subsistence of team members, and distribution of commodities to incident survivors. The work may involve some physical exertion, including activities such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; carrying and lifting of moderately heavy items (up to 50 pounds). Relocation Expenses may be paid Relocation Bonus may be authorized. KEY REQUIREMENTS • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. • You must be able to obtain a Public Trust security clearance. • You may be required to undergo periodic drug testing. • Travel required up to 75% of the time. • Must be able to pass a medical readiness exam • Males born after 12/31/59 - Selective Service Registration required. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top When deployed, the incumbent reports to IMAT Team Lead and is the principal Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) expert and advisor on the IMAT. Provides advice and counsel on EHP laws, regulations and Executive Orders. Obtains regional considerations affecting the incident organization/operation from the Regional Environmental Officer (REO). Ensures integration of EHP compliance responsibilities and strategies into incident. Assesses potential EHP concerns, considerations, and needs. Establishes EHP presence and visibility. Makes organizational adjustments based on the complexity of the incident and requests additional personnel, supplies, services, and equipment as needed. Reviews incident-specific guidance. Ensures that IMAT team members receive the appropriate EHP training. • Participates in the incident action planning process. Ensures all relevant EHP information is exchanged during briefings and debriefings. Ensures participation in IMAT planning efforts, such as IMAT Management Plan, Debris Plan, Transition Plan, and Demobilization Plan. Ensures that the development of IMAT documents incorporates EHP compliance including established goals, timelines, milestones, and standards. Ensures that public information releases related to EHP are accurate. • Coordinates with Other Federal Agencies (OFA) plus State/tribal/territorial/local officials to ensure unity of effort and compliance with EHP laws, regulations and Executive Orders. Identifies cross-program issues and facilitates coordination among program areas. Ensures that EHP activities meet incident strategies and objectives. Coordinates with the Federal Disaster Recovery Center (FDRC) organization on long-term recovery issues. • Leads coordination with external agencies and proposes streamline initiatives to programmatic approaches, group consultations, and preapproved actions. Keeps the REO informed of significant issues such as noncompliance concerns and changes in incident impact and complexity. Prepares and submits written EHP reports and other documents through proper channels. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top To qualify for this postion at the AD-04 level you must possess the following. One (1) year of specialized experience as a project leader that included leading in the implementation of environmental planning and historic preservation laws, executive orders, and regulation; providing oversight to ensure compliance with environmental and historic preservation requirements; evaluating and developing environmental and historic preservation program policy, goals, and objectives; assessing compliance and preparing technical guidance, procedures, and memoranda related to environmental planning and historic preservation. Selective Placement Factor: None The qualification requirements listed above must be met within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. If selected, incumbents will be required to attend a 16 week academy that will include but is not limited to: • Basic on-boarding and equipment issuance; • Position-specific emergency management training and education; • Management and leadership development; • Assessments and capability validation exercises; • Engagement with subject matter expert professionals at the local, state, and Federal levels of emergency management; and • Team building activities. The aforementioned activities will build upon and refine the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to effectively execute the Agency mission and operate as a cohesive unit. All travel and per diem expenses will be covered. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust security clearance as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job: 1. Knowledge of Environmental/Historic Preservation (EHP) laws, executive orders, regulations, agreements, policies, and procedures. 2. Knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS). 3. Skill in utilizing EHP-related computer applications. 4. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. For consideration in hiring, candidates for positions on the IMATs will complete a two part assessment. For consideration in hiring, applicants must be available to complete all portions of the hiring process to which they are invited and on the dates specified. Failure to complete any portion will eliminate an applicant from consideration. Participation in all phases of the assessment is mandatory. The phases for the assessment are: Phase I: All applicants will be ranked based on their responses to the Job questionnaire for this announcement. Applicants whose assessment score rates 90 and above, may be considered for further review. Qualified candidates will be referred for a review of their resume and other supporting documentation, by subject matter experts, in regards to the criteria defined in the vacancy announcement. Candidates who are referred by the subject matter experts will then complete Phase II of the assessment. Phase II: Qualified candidates referred at the end of Phase I of the review process, will be invited to attend a one day, in-person assessment. The assessment will include a panel interview and a series of exercises to evaluate their problem solving skills and their ability to work cooperatively with others in a stressful environment. Travel to the assessment will be at government expense. Selection: All applicants will be notified once final selections are made. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select “benefits.” OTHER INFORMATION: This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. Selectee may be required to serve a one-year trial period. Direct Deposit is required. ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top Your application must be received by 11:59PM EST on Friday, March 29, 2013. To begin your online application, click the Apply Online button and follow the prompts to register or sign into USAJOBS, take the online questionnaire, and submit the required documents. See Required Documents section for more detail. We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may FAX your résumé, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documents to (478) 757-3144. You must print a copy of OPM Form 1203-FX, document your responses to the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire and use the official FAX coversheet found here. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: 1. Your résumé 2. Your responses to the job questionnaire View Assessment Questions AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Loren N. Gibson Phone: (202)646-4271 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: LOREN.GIBSON@FEMA.GOV Agency Information: DHS FEMA HCD Talent Acquisition and Processing 1201 Maryland Avenue Portals III Mail Stop 3715 Washington, DC 20024 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on “Application Status,” and then click “More Information.” We expect to make a final job offer within 30 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 45. Job Title: Telecommunications Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH005-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The TELECOM Specialist (TESP) in FEMA's Reservist Program performs the following duties: • Serves as the PBX Adminstrator at the Joint Field Office • Deals with customer complaints and unusual problems relating to the day-to-day operations of a large telecommunications service office • Installs telephone instruments, video teleconferencing systems, cable or satellite television drops • Performs the setup of client workstation environment to include PC, printer, servers, and connectivity to LANs • Assists in facility telelcommunications surveys and evaluations ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess the following: • Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Private Branch Exchange telephone systems Although not required, experience with radio communications is highly desired. In addition to the above requirement, you must be able to: • Work on ladders for extended periods of time. • Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment up and down several flights of stairs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 46. Job Title: Public Assistance Project Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH076-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Public Assistance Project Specialist in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Writing quality project worksheets (subgrant applications) that can be obligated (funded) without changes (complete scope of work, damage description, and accurate cost estimate) in accordance with the Public Assistance Crew Leader project formulation plan; • Preparing project worksheets (subgrant applications) including: Conducting site inspection; documenting eligible damage; Conducting project research and analysis as needed; Formulating eligible scope of work; Estimating costs of scope; Identifying and coordinating special considerations; Identifying and coordinating special considerations; and Providing supporting documentation; • Conducting small project validations in accordance with the validation standard operating procedure. • Coordinating with the applicant’s technical staff, consultants, and others as required by the applicant and project. • Educating customer on Public Assistance program; • Documenting issues and decisions made with the applicant and submit to the Public Assistance Crew Leader for inclusion in the Case Management File (CMF). • Entering Project Worksheets (subgrant applications) and supporting documentation in the EMMIE database; • Ensuring utilization of Public Assistance Dashboard; • Ensuring utilization of the Public Assistance Pocket Field Guide; • Coach or mentor staff on program-related issues; • Ensuring response to customer inquiries and requests; and • Providing project status updates. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience conducting project research and analysis • Experience in the full range of office duties associated with all Microsoft applications, and extensive customer service HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualifications System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS letter from FEMA, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 47. Job Title: Information Technology Help Desk Specialist (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH004-13 SALARY RANGE: $15.82 to $23.69 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top The Information Technology (IT) Help Desk Specialist (HELP) in FEMA's Reservist Program provides subject matter expertise in IT/TELECOM customer service. The HELP performs the following duties: • Establish the IT Help Desk; • Coordinate with the Enterprise Service Desk for creation of REMEDY group(s) with submission of support staff names; • Populate active directory email distribution list; • Assist with the coordination of a shared resource portal; • Set up systems administration tools that are pertinent to user access control; • Assist immediate supervisor with the completion of all necessary ICS forms; • Provide IT/TELECOM customer service to FEMA or interagency end-users at the Tier 1 support level; • Process requests for IT/TELECOM support using REMEDY; • Conduct IT/TELECOM transition services as directed; • Assist immediate supervisor with the recovery of IT/TELECOM equipment—both FEMA’s and leased—from the sites; and • Provide out-briefing for Help Desk transition activities. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess the following: • Extensive customer service experience in person and on the phone • Experience with an incident and problem management tracking system Although not required, technical experience in the computer field is highly desired. In addition to the above requirement, you must be able to: • Work on ladders for extended periods of time. • Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment up and down several flights of stairs. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "High Risk" and requires a Public Trust Background Investigation (BI) ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 48. Job Title: Public Assistance Project Specialist Expert (Various Locations) Department:Department Of Homeland Security Agency:Federal Emergency Management Agency Job Announcement Number:FEMA-DH067-13 SALARY RANGE: $39.57 to $39.57 / Per Hour OPEN PERIOD: Monday, March 25, 2013 to Friday, March 29, 2013 SERIES & GRADE: AD-0301-00 POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary - Intermittent employment not to exceed 2 years DUTY LOCATIONS: MANY vacancies - Location Negotiable After Selection, United States WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. 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. This position is being announced under FEMA's Reservist Program. This is a 2 year appointment in the Excepted Service. Employment is on an intermittent basis. KEY REQUIREMENTS • This position requires a Public Trust background investigation. • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position. • Travel will be required. • You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card. ________________________________________ DUTIES: Back to top As a Public Assistance Project Specialist Expert in FEMA's Reservist Program, you will be responsible for: • Preparing project worksheets (subgrant applications); • Updating Case Management File (CMF) in Emergency Management Mission Integrated Environment (EMMIE) • Entering Project Worksheets (subgrant applications) and supporting documentation in EMMIE; • Ensuring utilization of the Public Assistance Pocket Field Guide; • Coordinating with Public Assistance personnel to conduct site inspections to identify opportunities for 406 hazard mitigation; • Conducting benefit-cost analysis on 406 hazard mitigation proposals submitted with Project Worksheets (PWs) or subgrant applications when applicable; • Recommending to Public Assistance personnel eligibility determinations and cost effectiveness of hazard mitigation proposals on PWs; • Reviewing existing insurance policy, determine damages covered, and anticipate insurance proceeds; • Recommending to the Public Assistance personnel Coordinator Crew Leader the reduction of the PW costs based on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) standard insurance policy, if applicable; • Recommending to the personnel PAC Crew Leader the type and amount of insurance the applicant will be required to purchase as a condition of the grant; • Preparing correspondence on insurance issues for the Public Assistance Crew Leader and/or Task Force Leader (e.g., insurance requirements); • Performing specialized duties as assigned as an Estimating Specialist; • Providing technical assistance to the PA Project Specialist and the PAC Crew Leader utilizing cost estimating tools (e.g. R.S. Means); • Conducting architectural and engineering studies and analyses; • Providing technical assistance relating to building codes; • Coordinating with the PA Project Specialist and Environmental Historic Preservation (EHP) Specialist to conduct site inspections to identify environmental and historic preservation site conditions. • Recommending to the Task Force Leader and/or PAC Crew Leader eligibility determinations and cost estimate for compliance with environmental and historic preservation requirements. • Coordinating with the State, Tribal Nations and Territory on applicable local law and regulations. • Documenting in writing all significant decisions and facts relative to special considerations. ________________________________________ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Back to top You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. To qualify for this position, you must possess: • Experience conducting and analyzing program research and analysis • Experience performing Public Assistance operational duties • Experience in the full range of office duties associated with all Microsoft applications, and extensive customer service HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: Your application includes your: 1. Resume, 2. Responses to the online questions, 3. Required supporting documents; Your application must show that you meet all requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess the minimum competencies required for the position. 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 are qualified, you will be referred to a selection panel for consideration. Applicants qualifying based on their FEMA Qualification System (FQS) letter are encouraged to submit a copy of the letter. We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview questions please click here. ________________________________________ BENEFITS: Back to top • This position is temporary and intermittent and you will work during disaster declarations. • You will be paid only during times of deployment. • You will be paid sick leave and earn one hour of sick leave for every 20 hours in a pay status, up to four hours each pay period. • You will be eligible to enroll in Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) when in a pay status of 14 days or more. Enrollment in FEHB terminates upon entering a non-pay status. OTHER INFORMATION: • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. • All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working in excess of eight hours a day, or in excess of 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. • All candidates must be available to deploy at all times during the term of this appointment unless pre-approved through authorized Reservist leave. Reservists may take up to 60 days of unpaid Reservist Leave per year. • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. • All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexualorientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. • This position has a security designation of "Moderate Risk" and requires a Public Trust Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). ________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY: Back to top The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday) - see Agency Contact Information. If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us as soon as possible. Step 1 - Create or Upload a Resume with USAJOBS (www.usajobs.com) We suggest you go to the end of the "Qualifications & Evaluations" section of the job announcement to preview the online questions. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Resume Tips Step 2 - Apply Online Click the "Apply Online" link on this page. You will then be directed to USAJOBS where you must select a resume. After selecting a resume, click on the "Apply for this position now!" link, and follow the prompts to register (if you have not already done so). You will then be required to answer a few questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select "Apply Online" to continue. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application If this is your first time on FEMA's CareerConnector website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Select "Take me to the assessment" and click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finished" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents. (See Step 5 for details.) Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also print a copy for your records. When you click "Finished" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted. You may also track your application status from your USAJOBS account. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents You can submit any required or optional documents (described below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your social security number from anything you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you have already loaded on USAJOBS. OR 2. You may upload a document to an existing application by logging in to your USAJOBS account. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you have located the vacancy, click on it and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application until you reach the "Documents" page and select "Upload" to add a document to your application. Be sure to review your complete application to confirm that the document(s) uploaded properly. In the "Application Review" section, you should see your uploaded documents listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Once you see them, click "Finished;" you will then be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in CareerConnector by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is on the cover-sheet. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: We recommend that you submit the following documents: • FEMA QUALIFICATIONS SYSTEM (FQS) LETTER If you received a FQS Letter, you should submit the letter with your application. • OPTIONAL FORM (OF) 306, Declaration for Federal Employment The OF-306 can be located at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of306.pdf AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Denise Hayes Phone: 800-879-6076 Fax: 999-999-9999 TDD: 800-877-8339 Email: denise.hayes@fema.dhs.gov Agency Information: FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20472 US Fax: 999-999-9999 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your account at www.usajobs.gov. We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBs. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 49. Information Operations SME, West Africa, Bi-Lingual English-French and English-Spanish Only Information Operations SME, West Africa, Bi-Lingual English-French and English-Spanish Only Location: West Africa Travel: 100% OCONUS Responsibilities General Duty Description: We are seeking Information Operations (IO) and IO SMEs to serve on fusion centers and Tactical Operation Centers (TOCs) staffs in tactical, strategic, and mentoring capacities. 1) Plan, prepare, and coordinate Information Operations (IO) and Strategic Communications as required and directed 3) Perform and liaison with Governmental National Security entities on matters pertaining to IO, IO training, and IO professional development 4) In coordination with National Security leadership, provide input to develop and implement IO operational and training plans 5) Promote professional values and human rights 6) Develop tactics, techniques, and procedures to create and facilitate improvement in law enforcement and security operations readiness and capabilities. Qualifications The applicant may be called upon to support 24-hour watch operations. Three (3) years of direct experience with foreign military units/organizations. Experience, Education, and Other Requirements: Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. This experience should demonstrate the ability to meet the duties described above and to develop IO based upon command guidance, mission analysis, an operational perspective, and/or thorough threat analysis. Applicants must be fully deployable to the required theater of operations and wear uniforms as prescribed. Highly Desired: Post 9/11 experience conducting deployed IO and Strategic Communications analysis and product production. Recent in-theater experience. Trust Security and Government Services (TSGS) mdeegan@trustsecurityinc.com xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 50. HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs, West Africa, Bi-Lingual English-French and English-Spanish Only HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs, West Africa, Bi-Lingual English-French and English-Spanish Only Location: West Africa Travel: 100% OCONUS Position Description: We are currently seeking HUMINT/SIGINT/All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs to serve in fusion centers and Tactical Operation Centers (TOCs). The successful candidate will assist and teach best practices in tactical, strategic, and mentoring capacities. HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs will prioritize and categorize requests for information, conduct near and long term analyses and fuse and prioritize multiple intelligence disciplines and operational capabilities within TOCs and fusion centers. HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs will focus problem sets at the tactical through operational levels while applying a thorough understanding of ISR integration as well as the ops/intelligence fusion process to compile, collate, analyze and evaluate all sources of intelligence (to include unevaluated intelligence) employed by terrorist, insurgent, or criminal networks. Responsibilities General Duty Description: We are seeking HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence Integrators/SMEs to serve on fusion center and Tactical Operation Center (TOC) staffs in tactical, strategic, and mentoring capacities. 1) Plan, prepare, and coordinate HUMINT/SIGINT and All Source Intelligence as required and directed 3) Perform and liaison with Governmental National Security entities on matters pertaining to Intelligence, Intelligence training, and Intelligence professional development 4) In coordination with National Security leadership, provide input to develop and implement Intelligence operational and training plans 5) Promote professional values and human rights 6) Develop tactics, techniques, and procedures to create and facilitate improvement in military, law enforcement, and security operations readiness and capabilities through intelligence. Qualifications The applicant may be called upon to support 24-hour watch operations. Three (3) years of direct experience with foreign military units/organizations. Experience, Education, and Other Requirements: Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 5 years of relevant intelligence experience (All Source, SIGINT, or HUMINT). This experience should demonstrate the ability to meet the duties described above and to develop All Source Intelligence based upon command guidance, mission analysis, an operational perspective, and/or thorough threat analysis. Applicants must be fully deployable to the required theater of operations and wear uniforms as prescribed. Highly Desired:. Recent in-theater experience. Experience and Education: Required: Applicants should have the ability to perform tasks and teach web-based intelligence tools, software, and databases, as well as experience with Unmanned Vehicle Systems (UVS) data analysis and integration. CONTACT: Trust Security and Government Services (TSGS) mdeegan@trustsecurityinc.com xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx