Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a ILLUSTRATOR (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1605P01 and is part of the NCNG PAO, National Guard (JFHQ - PAO / MD 1210-413).
This job is open to
National Guard and reserves
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agency
The area of consideration for this position is CAT 1 (Areas 1-3) (NCARNG). Applications will only be accepted from current military members of the North Carolina Army National Guard.
Duties
As a ILLUSTRATOR (Amend 1), GS-1020-07, you will Create visual products covering a broad range of subject matter areas; execute illustrations to make a written text attractive and interesting, to enhance or symbolize an idea that has been described in words, to produce an emotional effect, or to present information that cannot be expressed adequately in words alone; provide web design recommendations, create content, and layout based on DoD, NGB, NCNG and industry guidelines; create visual products for websites and print; plan the visual aspects of publications, exhibits, websites, social media or presentations where the general format and specific themes to be illustrated are predetermined; select the appropriate visual media that will best represent the facts to be presented; receive statistical information, personnel data, or general descriptions of information to be visually depicted; create graphs, charts, and diagrams in the form of slides, displays, computer graphics, or hard copy; produce digital video clips for use with electronic presentations to support Community Relations, Command information programs and media relations campaigns; support the VI shop in the design and maintenance of NCNG webs it and corresponding social media sites in accordance with NCNG Public Affairs Office guidance, using state of the art web design tools to provide a site that is easy to use and informative; control, sets up and operates multimedia equipment for presentations, conferences, ceremonies, etc.; this includes portable and fixed sound systems, 35mm projectors, video projection systems, lighting, satellite systems, video output devices, audio output devices, and computer systems; create, edit, export and import vector images through the use of illustration software; does color correction of computer graphic images using photo-editing software; Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
Qualifications
Military Grades: Enlisted (E2 to E8) or Officer (2LT to MAJ)
Minimum Requirements: Experience, education, or training performing work in operating still, television (video), or motion picture cameras, and in processing photographic film and negatives. Knowledge of equipment, techniques, and processes of photography, knowledge of subject matter to be photographed, and/or selecting, arranging, and lighting subjects or in processing work. Experience using computer and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (Must have at least 12 months) experience, education, or training using photographic camera equipment. Experience conducting tests on photo materials. Experience in background work or assisting with projects that require the use of special equipment. Experience in specialized photography requirements, such as high-speed cameras, special films, or other specialized equipment. Experience completing assignments requiring unusually high degrees of detail, critical timing, or critical focus.
Education
You must provide transcripts to support your educational claims. To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
2. You may contact the positions POC before the closing date to request a review of your resume prior to submitting on USA Jobs.
3. Other supporting document: Transcripts
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12847257
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.