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4 10 hours ago Full Job Description Duties As a Public Affairs Specialist your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Work with reporters and the media on a variety of issues, some of which may be contentious and have national and/or international significance.
Respond to inquiries for information and interviews from regional, national, and international wire services, television and radio networks, newspapers and magazines, the legal community, interest groups, consultants, and the public through the proper clearance process.
Evaluating, writing and producing a wide variety of internal and external products for print, video, web, social media and multimedia such as talking points, news releases, media advisories, feature stories and briefing papers on complex science and natural resource issues and communication and outreach plans for Endangered Species Act actions.
Develop and implement crisis management communications strategies on high profile conservation issues.
Track FWS Florida specific issues in the media.
Alerts and briefs senior management which may include FWS staff such as Program Directors, the Assistant Director External Affairs, Deputy Assistant Regional Director External Affairs, and Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist on potentially controversial or sensitive issues when appropriate.
This Public Affairs Specialist salary will be based upon the duty station and locality pay once selected.
The Salary listed above is on the Rest of US (RUS) pay scale.
Other Locality tables may be found at:
https:
//www.
opm.
gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule This position will either be located in Vero Beach, Florida, OR it will be Negotiable within the State of Florida only Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National.
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
To verify registration visit SSS.
gov.
Resume and supporting documents (See How to Apply).
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation Drivers License:
Selectees MAY be required to possess and maintain a valid State drivers license at all times during their tenure.
Probationary Period:
Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Qualifications Only experience and education obtained by 02/06/2023 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification requirement below.
Minimum Qualification GS-12 You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
Examples of specialized experience may include:
Evaluating, writing and producing a wide variety of internal and external products for print, video, web, social media and multimedia such as talking points, news releases, media advisories, feature stories and briefing papers on complex science and natural resource issues and communication and outreach plans for Endangered Species Act actions; Serving as an agency spokesperson in a variety of settings to include all aspects of media relations such as preparing subject matter experts and leadership for interviews, developing key messages and pitching stories to partners and media and tracking results.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.
g.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education There is no educational requirement for this series.
Additional information PCS INFORMATION:
Yes, entitlements for payment of basic moving expenses, as required and to the extent allowed by the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) 302-3.
101, are authorized for eligible applicants changing duty station when the change meets the distance tests as provided in FTR 302-1.
1 and 302-2.
6.
All moving expenses are taxable.
Telework:
This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy.
CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated.
Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application.
To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.
e.
, meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This vacancy will utilize a multiple hurdle assessment process to determine the qualifications of applicants.
The first hurdle will consist of applicants completing an occupational questionnaire related to the major duties and competencies of the position.
The second hurdle will consist of applicant resumes being reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel for related position competencies against a pre-determined rating schedule.
This process will determine the final rating of the applicant for possible referral to the hiring official for hiring consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Expert level knowledge of communication principles, methods, practices, and techniques in order to function as a communications authority for a wide variety of complex, sensitive, and highly visible Service activities and initiatives and to develop and disseminate written and oral information to the news media, partners, stakeholders, Congress, NGOs, and the general public.
Knowledge of the broad objectives of other professional wildlife agencies involved in the management and enhancement of fish and wildlife and their habitats.
Expert ability to work under pressure and short deadlines and to provide coordinated responses (on and off record) to communication demands often times to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions to achieve a more balanced perspective among these publics.
Knowledge of conservation issues, Federal wildlife law and regulations, and natural resource and wildlife management topics in order to convey in layman’s terms, complex technical information in a clear, accurate, interesting, and engaging manner that captures the attention and meets the needs of the news media and the public.
Ability to obtain and quickly understand large amounts of complex information regarding fish and wildlife conservation and management from Service specialists and other sources, analyze this information, and develop workable recommendations for communicating topics of greatest interest or concern to the media, the public, and other entities.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category.
The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position.
The category ratings for this position are:
Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.
Veterans’ preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).
Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have – whether you’re a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you’re eligible under their policies.
You must submit a complete application package.
We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1.
Resume:
You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.
If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, and description of job duties.
Include name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here.
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Additional Documentation, if applicable:
1.
Cover Letter 2.
Veterans’ Preference Documentation:
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans’ preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 2 or 4 showing you were honorably discharged.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference in addition to the proof required by that form (i.
e.
VA letter).
You may not be awarded preference if you do not attach the correct Veteran Documentation as specified above.
3.
CTAP/ICTAP Documentation:
If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.
602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.
704 for ICTAP.
This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location.
Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted 4.
College Transcripts:
Please refer to the education section above for additional information.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
How to Apply Note on Expanded Telework Posture:
Due to COVID-19, the USFWS is currently in an expanded telework posture.
If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area.
Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement in accordance with the Department’s reentry procedures provided by your Servicing Human Resources Office.
At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days per pay period depending upon the terms of the Department of the Interior’s telework policy.
Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below.
The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement.
You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select yes to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package.
See required documents section.
Click ‘Apply’ to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11815627.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 02/06/2023 ,11:
59pm ET to receive consideration.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Alternate_Application_Information Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Phone 833-512-0482 Email fwshiring@fws.
gov Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Capital Management 1875 Century Blvd Suite 370 Atlanta, GA 30345 US Next steps Once you submit all the required documents and the online application in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official.
If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted by the hiring official.
You will be notified if this job is filled or canceled.
Timelines for this process vary widely.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account as we will not be responding to inquiries about the status of applications as long as the system has been updated.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents You must submit a complete application package.
We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1.
Resume:
You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.
If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, and description of job duties.
Include name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here.
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Additional Documentation, if applicable:
1.
Cover Letter 2.
Veterans’ Preference Documentation:
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans’ preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 2 or 4 showing you were honorably discharged.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference in addition to the proof required by that form (i.
e.
VA letter).
You may not be awarded preference if you do not attach the correct Veteran Documentation as specified above.
3.
CTAP/ICTAP Documentation:
If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.
602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.
704 for ICTAP.
This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location.
Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted 4.
College Transcripts:
Please refer to the education section above for additional information.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agency Open to all U.
S.
Citizens.
ICTAP/CTAP eligibles.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
4 10 hours ago Full Job Description Duties As a Public Affairs Specialist your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Work with reporters and the media on a variety of issues, some of which may be contentious and have national and/or international significance.
Respond to inquiries for information and interviews from regional, national, and international wire services, television and radio networks, newspapers and magazines, the legal community, interest groups, consultants, and the public through the proper clearance process.
Evaluating, writing and producing a wide variety of internal and external products for print, video, web, social media and multimedia such as talking points, news releases, media advisories, feature stories and briefing papers on complex science and natural resource issues and communication and outreach plans for Endangered Species Act actions.
Develop and implement crisis management communications strategies on high profile conservation issues.
Track FWS Florida specific issues in the media.
Alerts and briefs senior management which may include FWS staff such as Program Directors, the Assistant Director External Affairs, Deputy Assistant Regional Director External Affairs, and Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist on potentially controversial or sensitive issues when appropriate.
This Public Affairs Specialist salary will be based upon the duty station and locality pay once selected.
The Salary listed above is on the Rest of US (RUS) pay scale.
Other Locality tables may be found at:
https:
//www.
opm.
gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule This position will either be located in Vero Beach, Florida, OR it will be Negotiable within the State of Florida only Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.
S.
Citizen or National.
Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
To verify registration visit SSS.
gov.
Resume and supporting documents (See How to Apply).
Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation Drivers License:
Selectees MAY be required to possess and maintain a valid State drivers license at all times during their tenure.
Probationary Period:
Selectees may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Qualifications Only experience and education obtained by 02/06/2023 will be considered.
In order to qualify for this position you must possess the Minimum Qualification requirement below.
Minimum Qualification GS-12 You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service.
Examples of specialized experience may include:
Evaluating, writing and producing a wide variety of internal and external products for print, video, web, social media and multimedia such as talking points, news releases, media advisories, feature stories and briefing papers on complex science and natural resource issues and communication and outreach plans for Endangered Species Act actions; Serving as an agency spokesperson in a variety of settings to include all aspects of media relations such as preparing subject matter experts and leadership for interviews, developing key messages and pitching stories to partners and media and tracking results.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.
g.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education There is no educational requirement for this series.
Additional information PCS INFORMATION:
Yes, entitlements for payment of basic moving expenses, as required and to the extent allowed by the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) 302-3.
101, are authorized for eligible applicants changing duty station when the change meets the distance tests as provided in FTR 302-1.
1 and 302-2.
6.
All moving expenses are taxable.
Telework:
This position is suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP):
Department of Interior (DOI) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) procedures apply in filling this vacancy.
CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated.
Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location with their application.
To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be well-qualified (i.
e.
, meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire, and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry.
For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This vacancy will utilize a multiple hurdle assessment process to determine the qualifications of applicants.
The first hurdle will consist of applicants completing an occupational questionnaire related to the major duties and competencies of the position.
The second hurdle will consist of applicant resumes being reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) panel for related position competencies against a pre-determined rating schedule.
This process will determine the final rating of the applicant for possible referral to the hiring official for hiring consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Expert level knowledge of communication principles, methods, practices, and techniques in order to function as a communications authority for a wide variety of complex, sensitive, and highly visible Service activities and initiatives and to develop and disseminate written and oral information to the news media, partners, stakeholders, Congress, NGOs, and the general public.
Knowledge of the broad objectives of other professional wildlife agencies involved in the management and enhancement of fish and wildlife and their habitats.
Expert ability to work under pressure and short deadlines and to provide coordinated responses (on and off record) to communication demands often times to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions to achieve a more balanced perspective among these publics.
Knowledge of conservation issues, Federal wildlife law and regulations, and natural resource and wildlife management topics in order to convey in layman’s terms, complex technical information in a clear, accurate, interesting, and engaging manner that captures the attention and meets the needs of the news media and the public.
Ability to obtain and quickly understand large amounts of complex information regarding fish and wildlife conservation and management from Service specialists and other sources, analyze this information, and develop workable recommendations for communicating topics of greatest interest or concern to the media, the public, and other entities.
All qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category.
The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position.
The category ratings for this position are:
Best Qualified, Well Qualified, and Qualified The category rating process protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.
Veterans’ preference eligibles who meet the qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent will be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).
Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have – whether you’re a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you’re eligible under their policies.
You must submit a complete application package.
We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1.
Resume:
You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.
If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, and description of job duties.
Include name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here.
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Additional Documentation, if applicable:
1.
Cover Letter 2.
Veterans’ Preference Documentation:
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans’ preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 2 or 4 showing you were honorably discharged.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference in addition to the proof required by that form (i.
e.
VA letter).
You may not be awarded preference if you do not attach the correct Veteran Documentation as specified above.
3.
CTAP/ICTAP Documentation:
If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.
602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.
704 for ICTAP.
This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location.
Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted 4.
College Transcripts:
Please refer to the education section above for additional information.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
How to Apply Note on Expanded Telework Posture:
Due to COVID-19, the USFWS is currently in an expanded telework posture.
If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area.
Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement in accordance with the Department’s reentry procedures provided by your Servicing Human Resources Office.
At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days per pay period depending upon the terms of the Department of the Interior’s telework policy.
Review the appointment eligibility criteria in the application preview linked below.
The eligibility section of the application allows you to choose how you wish to be considered for this vacancy announcement.
You will ONLY be considered for the eligibilities that you select yes to and submit the required supporting documentation, as listed in the Required Documents section or the application text.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package.
See required documents section.
Click ‘Apply’ to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.
Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents.
To preview the assessment questionnaire, click https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11815627.
Please ensure you check the acknowledgement checkbox then click the Submit Application button to submit your application.
Applications must be received by 02/06/2023 ,11:
59pm ET to receive consideration.
Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, in Applications tab, click the position title you applied to for the status.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application:
https:
//help.
usastaffing.
gov/Apply/index.
php?title=Alternate_Application_Information Agency contact information Human Resources Staffing Division Phone 833-512-0482 Email fwshiring@fws.
gov Address Division of Human Resources Division of Human Capital Management 1875 Century Blvd Suite 370 Atlanta, GA 30345 US Next steps Once you submit all the required documents and the online application in USAJOBS, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
After the evaluation process is complete, you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official.
If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted by the hiring official.
You will be notified if this job is filled or canceled.
Timelines for this process vary widely.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account as we will not be responding to inquiries about the status of applications as long as the system has been updated.
Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents You must submit a complete application package.
We will not make assumptions about your experience and/or education.
Required Documents:
1.
Resume:
You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.
If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, and description of job duties.
Include name and address of employer, supervisor name and telephone number.
Additional information on what to include can be found here.
Your experience needs to address every required qualification.
Additional Documentation, if applicable:
1.
Cover Letter 2.
Veterans’ Preference Documentation:
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans’ preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 Member Copy 2 or 4 showing you were honorably discharged.
If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, attach an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference in addition to the proof required by that form (i.
e.
VA letter).
You may not be awarded preference if you do not attach the correct Veteran Documentation as specified above.
3.
CTAP/ICTAP Documentation:
If you are applying under CTAP or ICTAP, you MUST submit proof of eligibility under 5 CFR 330.
602(a) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.
704 for ICTAP.
This includes a copy of the agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your position, grade level, and duty location.
Please annotate your application to reflect that you are applying as a CTAP or ICTAP eligible.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted 4.
College Transcripts:
Please refer to the education section above for additional information.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
A copy of your official transcripts may be required if you are selected.
Help This job is open to Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.
The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agency Open to all U.
S.
Citizens.
ICTAP/CTAP eligibles.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
