Recreation Specialist (Digital Designer) Job in Yokota Air Base, Japan

Vacancy No. 24-9YFSW679478 Department Pacific Air Forces
Salary $16.10 to $17.25 Grade 2 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 12/19/2024 Close Date 12/30/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Yokota Air Base, Japan


Summary

About the position: This position is located at the Arts and Crafts Center at Yokota AB.

This is a Regular part-time position (20-34 hours per week).


This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

  • With minimal supervision, and using advanced photographic and 3D model editing software, incumbent processes, designs, and prints a multitude of products for internal and external customers.
  • Evaluates customer requirements to best manage expectations for standard 3D Printing projects.
  • Analyzes customer supplied 3D CAD data and proactively resolves anticipated production challenges.
  • Provides technical guidance to sales and external customers regarding process capabilities and limitations.
  • Effectively communicates with customers using a consultative approach via email or phone in a timely manner.
  • Coordinates with sales, production and other departments to achieve on-time delivery of quality parts.
  • Effectively resolves customer post-sale issues in a timely manner.
  • Effectively uses all work 1nstructions and checklists associated with processing customer quotes and orders.
  • Assist the customer in working through recommended or required changes to their 3D CAD model to help them produce the best possible results.
  • Assists in production of photo prints on photo kiosk, banner printers and ink jet photo printers.
  • Works with digital photo edits, color/lighting adjustments and restoration. Performs other related duties as assigned.


If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12650794

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • The incumbent must be a U. S. Citizen or legal U. S. residents residing within the commuting area of Yokota AB.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/30/2024

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents within the commuting area of Yokota AB. Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
  • Must have or be able to demonstrate progressively responsible work experience that indicates the ability to perform at a strong technical aptitude.
  • Must have formal education (BA/BS degree), preferably with a technical focus, or equivalent experience.
  • Education in a directly related field may be substituted for experience.
  • Applicant must have a previous 3D modeling/CAD experience, understand 3D modeling and printing concepts, and have the ability to work in a diverse and creative work environment.
  • Applicant must have a working knowledge of Adobe CS Software, Solidworks, CAD design and other model editing software.
  • Must have an understanding of 3D print management, various types of 3D printers and printer file nomenclature.
  • Must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment as an individual and with a team.
  • Must have an understanding of, and the ability to maintain a Local Area Network.
  • Must be able to communicate with customers effectively, give advice, offer assistance, and understand customer needs.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.


You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • This is a Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/30/2024 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. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.

It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant .

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Agency contact information

Yokota NAF HR Office
Address
Yokota Community Services Flight
374 FSS/FSCN
Unit 5119, Bldg 316
APO AP, AP 96328-5119
US
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Next steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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