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Summary
This position is located in the Communication Service at the VISN 19 VA Rocky Mountain Network Office in Glendale, CO. The incumbent will provide the full spectrum of audiovisual production process support, oversee quality, branding and messaging, provide field support and advise on purchasing and utilization of audiovisual equipment.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
12/09/2022 to 12/15/2022
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Salary
$54,727 - $103,176 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 12
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Location
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
12
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
CARZ-11758179-23-AIH
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Control number
693799000
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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required
Duties
***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***
This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-12. At the GS-9 and GS-11 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-12. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds.
Major Duties:
- Plans, develops, and produces a variety of materials and publications including print, visual, web-based, multimedia, and video materials to convey information about VISN 19 programs to a variety of stakeholders.
- Using the industry-standard "ADDIE'' Instructional design process Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate, develops original designs, concepts, or visual styles for publications, exhibits, or presentation materials that provides technical support services, advice, and assistance to users of the network systems and related hardware, which provide communications internally and externally.
- Instructs talent, subject matter experts, faculty, program managers, and broadcast crew on processes necessary to stage television studio or other live productions such as Facebook Live.
- Develops creative approaches to stage studio configurations, lighting, sound levels, and camera angles.
- Plans and supervises rehearsals with participants to develop and finalize production concepts.
- Selects and controls video and other visual sources to support the script and overall program objectives in the production.
- Directs crew and participants to accomplish tasks in accordance with scripts. Participants may be leaders in the highest levels of the department.
- Directs Media Team for the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic (NDWSC) to include staffing, schedules and end-products throughout the year and on-site.
- Oversees the design and update all print and digital media for NDWSC.
- Acts as a mentor to media staff and assists other educational, public affairs, and other VA staff to better understand, use, and evaluate the best use of media to better achieve client and target population outcomes.
- Ensures productive, cost effective, and timely efforts of in-house and contractor personnel through all stages of development and production.
- Manages multiple projects with differing complexity, content, deadlines, and budgetary issues.
- Performs managerial or craft skills through a mixture of in-house or contract staff. Uses current digital video effects capabilities to determine the most efficient and economical method for desired visual effects. Uses multiple video production equipment systems such as character generators, switchers, video still-stores, and video clip-stores systems.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- You may be required to serve a probationary period
- Subject to background/security investigation
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
- Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
Qualifications
To qualify at the GS-9 grade level, you must meet at least one of the following qualification requirements:
GS-9 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included any of the following: developing production schedules; using sources of audiovisual talent and special effects such as casting lists, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services to acquire the elements needed for a completed audiovisual production; directing the production activities of a television production crew and cast; operating standard radio broadcasting and recording equipment; composing and directing prerecorded programs that consist largely of voice narration; using video production equipment systems such as character generators, switchers, video still-stores, and video clip-stores systems.
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GS-9 Education: A master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. The major study must be in photography, radio or television production, motion picture production, or another field related to this position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
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GS-9 Combination of Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above may be used to meet the total qualification requirements for this position. Only graduate education beyond the first year may be used to qualify at this level. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must meet at least one of the following qualification requirements:
GS-11 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included all or most of the following: using sources such as special effects, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services to acquire the elements needed for a completed audiovisual production; using industry-standard programs and software; operating digital still, video, audio, drone cameras, and accessory equipment used in studio and location production settings; directing the production activities of a production crew and cast; operating standard radio broadcasting and recording equipment.
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GS-11 Education: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. The major study must be in photography, radio or television production, motion picture production, or another field related to this position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
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GS-11 Combination of Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above may be used to meet the total qualification requirements for this position. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the GS-9 level may be used to qualify at this level. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must possess the following:
GS-12 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included all or most of the following: Applying knowledge of the disciplines involved in producing, scriptwriting, and directing video productions of various video formats; Applying knowledge of television production disciplines such as videography, editing, set design, lighting design, engineering, audio mixing, and floor managing; Using the industry-standard "ADDIE'' Instructional design process Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate; Operating equipment and technology used for the development and delivery of video-based products for broadcast and web-delivery methods (social media, YouTube, etc.) where the video production process and file-based workflow includes online internet/intranet, DVD & standard linear videotape, XO Cam disc, P2, etc.; skill in lighting (using light board and lighting for green screen), camera operation (including robotic systems), router systems, master control, digital audio board, studio microphones, digital H/SD switcher, studio teleprompter, studio cameras, CG, field production equipment that typically includes camera, field lighting, and field audio; On-air directing, technical directing, and/or directing talent including professional actors and on-camera personalities while incorporating virtual scenes and roll-ins from Profile, keyable backgrounds (Ultimatte), audio cues, teleprompter and character generator; Planning, developing, and producing a variety of materials and publications including print, visual, web-based, multimedia, and video materials.
*There is no educational substitution at the GS-12 grade level.
You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
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.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
GS-9 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included any of the following: developing production schedules; using sources of audiovisual talent and special effects such as casting lists, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services to acquire the elements needed for a completed audiovisual production; directing the production activities of a television production crew and cast; operating standard radio broadcasting and recording equipment; composing and directing prerecorded programs that consist largely of voice narration; using video production equipment systems such as character generators, switchers, video still-stores, and video clip-stores systems.
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GS-9 Education: A master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. The major study must be in photography, radio or television production, motion picture production, or another field related to this position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
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GS-9 Combination of Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above may be used to meet the total qualification requirements for this position. Only graduate education beyond the first year may be used to qualify at this level. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
To qualify at the GS-11 grade level, you must meet at least one of the following qualification requirements:
GS-11 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included all or most of the following: using sources such as special effects, music libraries, stock footage, and post-production services to acquire the elements needed for a completed audiovisual production; using industry-standard programs and software; operating digital still, video, audio, drone cameras, and accessory equipment used in studio and location production settings; directing the production activities of a production crew and cast; operating standard radio broadcasting and recording equipment.
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GS-11 Education: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. The major study must be in photography, radio or television production, motion picture production, or another field related to this position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
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GS-11 Combination of Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of specialized experience and graduate education as described above may be used to meet the total qualification requirements for this position. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the GS-9 level may be used to qualify at this level. NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.
To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must possess the following:
GS-12 Specialized Experience: You must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position (Audiovisual Production Specialist). Specialized experience is audiovisual production experience that included all or most of the following: Applying knowledge of the disciplines involved in producing, scriptwriting, and directing video productions of various video formats; Applying knowledge of television production disciplines such as videography, editing, set design, lighting design, engineering, audio mixing, and floor managing; Using the industry-standard "ADDIE'' Instructional design process Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate; Operating equipment and technology used for the development and delivery of video-based products for broadcast and web-delivery methods (social media, YouTube, etc.) where the video production process and file-based workflow includes online internet/intranet, DVD & standard linear videotape, XO Cam disc, P2, etc.; skill in lighting (using light board and lighting for green screen), camera operation (including robotic systems), router systems, master control, digital audio board, studio microphones, digital H/SD switcher, studio teleprompter, studio cameras, CG, field production equipment that typically includes camera, field lighting, and field audio; On-air directing, technical directing, and/or directing talent including professional actors and on-camera personalities while incorporating virtual scenes and roll-ins from Profile, keyable backgrounds (Ultimatte), audio cues, teleprompter and character generator; Planning, developing, and producing a variety of materials and publications including print, visual, web-based, multimedia, and video materials.
*There is no educational substitution at the GS-12 grade level.
You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
- Communications
- Communications and Media
- Design
- Multimedia Technologies
IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
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.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary. Although, there is some walking, travel, and carrying of lightweight equipment and materials required. Work is performed in a wide variety of environments which may require use of ladders, stooping, standing, lifting and other physical demands may be required. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, recurring bending or stretching or recurring lifting of moderately heavy equipment.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities (i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities), and/or disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. For more information on how to apply using this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator within the office, contact the facility Human Resources Department at (303) 202-8165.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a VA job announcement includes language requiring applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply to this Job Announcement. VA may request information regarding your vaccination status, if selected, for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
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.
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.
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.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
Your responses to the assessment questionnaire will be reviewed along with the information provided in your resume and supporting documentation to determine if you are qualified for the position. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating may be lowered and/or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
Candidates who apply under All U.S. Citizens announcements will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The categories are defined as follows:
- Best qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position;
- Highly qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the requirements of the job;
- Well qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the job; and
- Qualified - applicants possessing experience and/or education that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
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.
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.
IMPORTANT: Please ensure your resume include up-to-date contact information (phone number(s), email address(s), etc.)
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Resume
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- OF-306
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.
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
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/15/2022 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11758179.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency contact information
VHA National Recruitment Center
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VISN 19 VA Rocky Mountain Network
4100 E Mississippi Ave
Glendale, CO 80246
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications per Category Rating procedures to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.
Required Documents
IMPORTANT: Please ensure your resume include up-to-date contact information (phone number(s), email address(s), etc.)
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Resume
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- OF-306
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.
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.
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How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/15/2022 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11758179.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency contact information
VHA National Recruitment Center
- Address
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VISN 19 VA Rocky Mountain Network
4100 E Mississippi Ave
Glendale, CO 80246
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications per Category Rating procedures to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Veterans Health Administration
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise: "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who served our Country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your Country's service. If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans.
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission.
America's Veterans need you!
Agency contact information
VHA National Recruitment Center
- Address
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VISN 19 VA Rocky Mountain Network
4100 E Mississippi Ave
Glendale, CO 80246
US