- Position Title
- Visual Information Specialist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- 10606792-19-R6-006DEU Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, September 24, 2019 to Tuesday, October 8, 2019
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a U.S. citizen or national.
For example, you can apply to these jobs if you're a U.S. citizen or national or non-citizen and you:
Have never worked for the Federal Government.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but are in the excepted service.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but you're not eligible for merit promotion.
Are not sure if you're eligible for any other hiring path.
Even if you're eligible under one of the other hiring paths, you can still apply to jobs that are 'open to the public'.
For example, you can apply to these jobs if you're a U.S. citizen or national or non-citizen and you:
Have never worked for the Federal Government.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but are in the excepted service.
Currently work for the Federal Government, but you're not eligible for merit promotion.
Are not sure if you're eligible for any other hiring path.
Even if you're eligible under one of the other hiring paths, you can still apply to jobs that are 'open to the public'.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
1.
Select one letter that best describes the level of experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Visual Information Specialist.
Minimum Qualification
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
2.
Select one letter that best describes the level of experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Visual Information Specialist.
Knowledge of a variety of methods, techniques, and materials used in the design, production, and reproduction of visual products to plan the technical details of, or produce, aesthetically composed visual products in a timely manner.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Make recommendations on layout, design, format, techniques, lettering, color harmony, contract, special effects, style, balance, tone, color, etc. of visual products to meet project goals and objectives.
4.
Work within the parameters of an organization's graphic design standards to create artwork that meets communication needs.
5.
Manage multiple projects at staggered stages of completion from different individuals.
6.
Based on project goals and objectives, recommend several effective visual media product options.
Knowledge of the technical requirements for artwork, graphics, layout, and editing for the development and production (e.g., printing) of publications and other graphic products.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Consistently apply an organization's graphic standards to their individual graphic products.
8.
Develop and manage digital archive files for graphic products.
9.
Create PDF documents that are compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
10.
Use desktop publishing software, especially Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, to develop graphic design files that meet the technical requirements for their intended end purpose (e.g., offset printing, web posting).
Skills and ability to use various desktop publishing software to develop simple and complex publications and other graphic products, including, but not limited to Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro DC.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro to produce simple and complex publications and other graphic products.
12.
Use Adobe desktop publishing software to produce publications and other graphic products following an organization's graphic design standards.
13.
Design, develop, and update publications and other graphic products in up to four colors (e.g., brochures, rack cards, tear sheets, manuals, flyers, simple signs).
14.
Use appropriate computer hardware (e.g., flatbed scanner) to produce, electronically organize, and archive graphic product files.
Knowledge of printing procedures, including electronic publishing, inks and color separations, paper quality, duotones and halftones, and other printing technology. Incumbent must be familiar with printing technology and terminology to enable them to manage print contracts, provide accurate printing cost estimates, and perform press sheet inspections.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Manage U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) contracts, including coordinating prints/reprints of publications.
16.
Attend press sheet inspections and review printers proofs to ensure publication quality.
17.
Manage U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) and other printing records and files.
18.
Provide cost estimates for printing projects, especially publications.
Skills and ability to use a web content management system to develop and maintain simple and moderately complex websites for Region 6 Refuge System field stations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Use a web content management system (cms) to create, organize, and manage web content for internal or external audiences.
20.
Manage and maintain multiple internet sites, each with multiple pages.
21.
Design and develop web pages and websites for internal or external audiences.
22.
Design web pages and websites that are compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Ability to communicate effectively and establish/maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups of varied cultural backgrounds, perceptions, and needs.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Build and maintain good working relationships with a variety of individuals, including other employees, contractors, and partners.
24.
Verbally communicate with individuals from various cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds, with sensitivity to diversity and differences.
25.
Convey technical or complex information in a clear, concise, and logical manner.
26.
Write reports, memos, and briefing papers for internal communication on visitor services and outreach topics.
Other
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
27.
I have assured my resume/application contains all of the information listed under the Section titled: "Required Resume/Application Information."
For each question, choose the response that best describes your experience and training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume or application and information provided by your references.
28.
Verification Statement
As explained in the vacancy announcement, your responses to this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses and rating. Providing false or fraudulent information in or attached to your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for separating you after you begin work. All information you provide is subject to investigation.
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing below to this verification statement, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this verification statement, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
Failure to agree to this verification statement will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.
As explained in the vacancy announcement, your responses to this Occupational Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses and rating. Providing false or fraudulent information in or attached to your application may be grounds for not hiring you, or for separating you after you begin work. All information you provide is subject to investigation.
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing below to this verification statement, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this verification statement, 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy, and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
Failure to agree to this verification statement will disqualify you from further consideration for this position.