- Position Title
- Visual Information Specialist
- Agency
- Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Announcement Number
- R6-20-10639041-DP-(DE) Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, November 14, 2019 to Friday, December 6, 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.
Minimum Qualifications for GS-09
2.
Minimum Qualifications for GS-11
Use Adobe Creative Suite Design and Layout software programs (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat DC) in an integrated manner to create print-ready graphic design files of multi-page publications and other visual products for reproduction via offset printing, digital printing, and as 508-compliant PDFs.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Use Adobe Illustrator to create and modify two-color and full-color vector-format map files and link them back to Adobe InDesign files for digital or offset printing.
4.
Conduct pre-flight of graphic design files to ensure accuracy of two-color and CMYK color builds, links, embedded files, high-resolution images, fonts, and publication dimensions prior to submission of files for digital or offset printing.
5.
Use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat DC in an integrated manner to create print-ready graphic design files of complex, multi-page publications for digital or offset printing.
Use graphic design principles (color, balance, flow, hierarchy, white space) to create publications, websites, infographics, and other visual products that are logical, easy-to-understand, and within an agency or organization's graphic design standards.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Make recommendations based on graphic design principles for layout, design, format, lettering, color harmony, contrast, special effects, style, balance, tone, color, etc. of visual products to meet project goals and objectives.
7.
Work within the parameters of an agency or organization's graphic design standards to create publications, websites, and other visual products that meet the project's communication goals and objectives.
8.
Visually convey technical or complex information in a clear, concise, logical, and aesthetically pleasing manner.
9.
Use Adobe Creative Suite software to develop infographics that use striking, engaging visuals to quickly and clearly communicate information.
Create PDF files of multi-page documents with text, images, and graphic elements that are compliant with the standards set by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Using Microsoft Word, develop documents that are 508 compliant, taking into account layout, formatting, images, tables, and graphs.
11.
Use Adobe Creative Suite Design and Layout software programs (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat DC) in an integrated manner to create 508-compliant PDFs of complex, multi-page publications .
Use knowledge of current offset and digital printing technology and procedures (electronic publishing, inks and color separations, paper quality, duotones and halftones) to provide accurate printing cost estimates, perform press sheet inspections, and manage print contracts.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Coordinate with a printing contractor to reproduce multi-page publications and other visual products via offset and digital printing.
13.
Perform press sheet inspections for digital and offset printing of multi-page publications.
14.
Manage printing contracts for different types of publications, including serving as the point of contact with the printing contractor and developing print cost estimates.
Use a web content management system to design, maintain, and troubleshoot moderately complex 508-compliant websites.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Use a web content management system to create, organize, and manage a moderately complex website for internal or external audiences. Moderately complex websites include multiple pages and sections, rotating items, event calendars, photos, and videos.
16.
Design web pages and websites that are compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
17.
Given the purpose and goals of an internal or external website, develop an organizational structure for the website, with the end user experience and maintenance requirements in mind.
Communicate effectively and establish/maintain effective working relationships with other employees, GPO employees or print contractors, design contractors, and & nbsp; others.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Verbally communicate with individuals from various cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds, with sensitivity to diversity and differences.
19.
Write reports, memos, and briefing papers for internal communication on visitor services and outreach topics.
20.
Manage multiple projects from different individuals at staggered stages of completion, effectively determining top priority projects and negotiating completion deadlines when necessary.
21.
Verbally convey technical or complex information in a clear, concise, and logical manner.
22.
Edit various texts for publications and other graphic products for grammar, punctuation, and clarity.
23.
I have assured my resume/application contains all of the information listed under the Section titled: "Required Resume/Application Information."
24.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included as part of my application packet is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. I understand that false or fraudulent information in or attached to my application packet may be grounds for not hiring me or firing me after I begin work, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. I also understand that any information I submit may be investigated.