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Position Title
Visual Information Specialist (Recent Graduate)
Agency
U.S. Military Academy
Announcement Number
NEBR233016421161PR Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, May 25, 2023 to Friday, June 2, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Pathways Recent Graduate

Are you a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply).

If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility.  If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. 

For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
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Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. Are you willing to submit the proper documentation to have a background investigation completed? (limit characters)
2. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health & ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment physical and willing to maintain a level of physical fitness to obtain and maintain employment as required? (limit characters)
3. This position has a requirement to lift up to 30 pounds in the regular performance of duties. Are you willing and able to meet the lifting requirement? (limit characters)
4. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 5% of the time? (limit characters)
5. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Are you willing and able to work on a rotating shift basis to meet work requirements? (limit characters)
6. Pathways Recent Graduate

Are you a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous two years, a qualifying associate's, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate? (Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply).

If eligible, submit a copy of your transcripts to support your recent graduate eligibility. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service.

For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
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7. Appointment to this position is subject to a two year trial period. Are you willing to serve a two year trial period? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Visual Information Specialist (Recent Graduate) position with Department of the Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Visual Information Specialist (Recent Graduate) at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Use computers and/or graphic software packages to design and/or display graphic design products.
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3. Produce graphic and/or visual art projects using an integrated computer system.
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4. Create visual information presentations to visually portray specific concepts by using computer graphic application software.
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5. Select visual material such as photographs, illustrations, graphics, and models to communicate ideas and/or concepts.
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6. Make recommendations to clients on proper typography, format, and/or reproducibility of printed material for wide distribution.
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7. Apply conventional and/or digital media photographic techniques to determine the most effective way to capture required scenes under a variety of conditions.
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8. Set up and/or operate digital cameras in a variety of camera speeds or lighting scene conditions.
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9. Maintain inventory of supplies and/or materials required for still photographic operations.
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10. Advise clients on other available sources and/or requirements to meet their visual information needs.
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11. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. (limit characters)