Audiovisual Production Specialist

Clarification from the agency

All US Citizens

Serving as a Audiovisual Production Specialist GS-1071-9/11/12 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Office of the Associate Director for Training Ops (TOPS), Training Management Operations Directorate (TMO), E-Learning and Training Analytics Division (ETA), eLearning and Training Technology Support Branch (ETT), located in Glynco, Georgia.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide substantive assistance to staff and customers by performing a variety of media customer and staff service functions to facilitate their ability to support various component and partner organization missions

Typical duties include:

• Producing and directing complex audiovisual projects, including managing all administrative, logistical, and creative aspects to ensure productions are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with agency policies.
• Designing and developing multimedia and e-learning assets-such as graphics, animations, 3D models, and interactive content-to enhance law enforcement training and organizational communications.
• Leading post-production editing by combining video, audio, graphics, and special effects, delivering professional and cohesive audiovisual products that meet client and organizational objectives.
• Operating and troubleshooting advanced studio and field production equipment, including cameras, lighting, audio systems, and streaming technologies, to support live and recorded events.
• Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and team members to develop production plans, advise on cost-effective techniques, and ensure audiovisual products effectively communicate intended messages.

View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation to access, safeguard, and store classified national security information on a regular basis.
• Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret (2N – Non-Critical Sensitive, Moderate Risk) security clearance.

Qualifications

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit: USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements

Specialized Experience:
You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess the following:

One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties: (1) Producing and directing audiovisual projects using a variety of technologies, (i.e, Adobe Creative Cloud, related Adobe products), within an approved budget. (2) Designing and developing multimedia assets (e.g., 3D models, interactive graphics, immersive technologies) and providing artistic direction for e-learning training. (3) Leading post-production editing efforts, combining scenes, graphics, and soundtracks into cohesive projects, and advising on content continuity and presentation. (4) Providing audiovisual assistance during studio and field productions, to include operating complex equipment, composing scenes, and supporting streaming video and virtual training events in alignment with organizational mission requirements.

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

You qualify at the GS-11 grade level if you possess one of the following:

• One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties that demonstrates the ability to: (1) Independently operating and troubleshooting audiovisual equipment, including cameras, audio recorders, switchers, and lighting, for both studio and field productions. (2) Editing video and audio content using advanced software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud), incorporating graphics, music, and sound effects to enhance production quality. (3) Providing input on script development, set design, and production scheduling to ensure effective communication of training objectives and messages. (4) Supporting the creation and integration of multimedia assets (e.g., photographs, infographics, animated graphics) for use in training and educational materials.; OR
• A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related; OR
• A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience as described above that, when combined, equal 100% of the total requirement. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts or a list of courses/course hours submitted with your application.

NOTE: Only graduate education in excess of the first two years may be used to qualify for the GS-11 level.


You qualify at the GS-09 grade level if you possess one of the following:

• One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties, that demonstrates the ability to: (1) Assisting with the setup and operation of audiovisual equipment during studio and field productions, (e.g., cameras, microphones, lighting) during studio and field productions. (2) Supporting the editing and basic integration of video and audio elements using standard editing software, resulting in timely delivery of clear and engaging audiovisual products. (3) Collaborating with team members to prepare talent, transfer media between formats, and archive audiovisual products, improving production efficiency and ensuring proper storage and retrieval for future use.; OR
• A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR
• A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience as described above that, when combined, equal 100% of the total requirement. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts or a list of courses/course hours submitted with your application.

NOTE: Only graduate education in excess of the first year may be used to qualify for the GS-09 level.

All requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

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.

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about ICTAP eligibilityon OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this job announcement.

Re-employed annuitants' annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on OPM's website or by contacting OPM.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to fletc-jobinfo@fletc.dhs.gov.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

A resume must be no more than two pages.

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process, including the application, structured resume review and portfolio review.

Structured Resume Review: Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will review ONLY two (2) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience. SMEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., links embedded in your resume will not be opened). Applicants passing the resume review will move on to the next phase of the assessment process.

Portfolio Sample: If you pass the structured resume review, you will be requested to provide a portfolio of your work samples. More instructions to follow. Please be aware that the sample must be authentically written/prepared. Plagiarized material and use of AI tools such as ChatGPT will be grounds for immediate disqualification and removal from further consideration.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If met, we will use multiple assessments to place you in one of three categories based on your education, training, and experience demonstrating the following competencies:

If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:

1. Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF), and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis.
2. Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPF's and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
3. Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.

If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. Preview the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13013646

Veterans: Qualified 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 or professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. (This position is notconsidered scientific/professional.). Other 10-point preference eligibles and 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. View information on veterans' preference.

After FLETC completes its hiring, the resumes of the remaining candidates referred for selection consideration may be shared with other DHS Components and other federal agencies. During the application process, you may choose to opt-in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results to be shared. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.

1. Your resume (click the link for information on what to include). If you are a current or former Federal employee, your resume must indicate the GS or pay band level for each position held. Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages.
2. Your responses to the job questionnaire. https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13013646
3. Are you qualifying based on education? Submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) from an accredited institution listing the college/university, degree confirmation date(s) and applicable courses. Once selected and prior to appointment, applicants must provide an official college transcript. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. For example, specific courses accepted for college-level credit by an accredited U.S. college or university, or foreign education evaluated by an organization recognized for accreditation by the Department of Education as education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. college or university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications for more information.
4. Are you a veteran? You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. The member 4 copy of your DD214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," is preferable. If claiming 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form (SF-15), "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference." If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions. View more veterans' information.
5. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? Submit the following:
   • A copy of your agency notice,
   • 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.
6. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
   • Position title,
   • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee), Agency,
   • Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

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