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Position Title: DIGITAL IMAGING TECHNICIAN
Agency: National Archives and Records Administration
Announcement Number: DE-12126945-23-KB Opens in new window
Open Period: Tuesday, September 19, 2023 to Wednesday, September 27, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a surplus or displaced Federal employee eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? Click CTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a displaced Federal employee eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? Click ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Would you accept a term appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

2. Are you currently serving or have served in the last five years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current Federal employee?

A. Yes

B. No

4. Where did you learn about this National Archives and Records Administration job opportunity?

Specialized Experience: for the GS-06 grade level is defined as one year of experience at the GS-05 grade level, or equivalent, that is typically in or related to the position and which equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience:

Communicating inquiries, verbally or in writing
AND
Converting analog textual records, photographs and/or maps into digital formats
AND
Applying regulations, policies or procedures to accomplish work assignments

1. For the GS-06, select the answer that best describes your experience.

A. I have one full year (52 weeks) or more of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility and scope to the GS-5 level as described above.

B. I do not have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the definition as described above.

2. Please select from the following functions you have performed:

A. Connecting, calibrating, and properly operating digital imaging hardware (scanners, printers, computers, servers)

B. Utilizing computer imaging software programs

C. Using image analysis software to measure image quality defects of scanners

D. Calibrating scanners, cameras, or printers using color management programs

E. None of the above

3. Select the following digital imaging project functions you have performed:

A. Converted analog textual records, photographs, maps, and microforms into digital formats

B. Tracked, transferred, and stored digital files

C. Performed digital image manipulation using software

D. Performed digital image enhancement or correction using software

E. Performed quality control on digital image files

F. Provided advice regarding image capture, image quality enhancement, extracting data, or preparing databases

G. None of the above

4. Select the following programs that you have had experience or similar system experience with:

A. Microsoft Word

B. Microsoft Excel

C. Microsoft Powerpoint

D. Microsoft Access

E. PaintShop Pro

F. Adobe Photoshop

G. Adobe Bridge

H. Capture One

I. None of the above

5. Select the statement(s) that best describes your background in reviewing documents that have been digitally scanned or copied.

A. Adjusting the contrast

B. Adjusting the color/sharpness

C. Cropping a digitally scanned image

D. Evaluating quality

E. Evaluating completion

F. None of the above

6. Select the response that best describes your experience communicating interpersonally in a highly professional manner.

A. I have greeted visitors, or relayed messages, or answered and redirected telephone calls.

B. I have experience interacting with managers, peers, and others in communicating information logically to obtain/exchange information and answer questions.

C. I have discussed and explained technical material in emotionally charged situations or in situations requiring persuasion.

D. I have routinely interacted with high-level representatives from various agencies/organizations.

E. None of the above

7. Which of the following challenge(s) have you successfully met in communicating and working with others? Select all that apply.

A. I have solved system related problems by bringing parties together to resolve conflicts or disputes.

B. I have led the development of alternative or new solutions in collaboration with others.

C. I have influenced others in the workplace to cause them to take an action they would not have otherwise.

D. I have worked cooperatively with others to achieve a goal.

E. None of the above

8. Which of the following types of inquiries have you performed with others as part of your job duties? Please select all that apply.

A. Answered basic inquiries

B. Gathered accurate and complete information

C. Provided "how to" instructions

D. Guided an individual through policies and procedures

E. Researched issues and provided follow up resolutions

F. None of the above

9. Choose from the following all experiences you have had in identifying problems and recommending solutions?

A. Identified potential problems and referred them to an appropriate official for resolution

B. Experience identifying potential problems and recommended ways to solve them

C. Taken charge of and effectively resolved problems on my own and prevented problems from recurring

D. Effectively resolve problems, while working with a group of individuals

E. None of the above

10. I have performed the following activities to plan and/or organize work to meet goals and objectives:

A. Prioritized multiple assignments or tasks

B. Divided large/extended tasks into smaller components

C. Developed and documented project plans and checklists to track assignments or tasks

D. Coordinated resources to achieve project goals and deliverable

E. None of the above

11. Which of the following best describes your experience in identifying problems and recommending solutions?

A. I have identified potential problems and referred them to an appropriate official for resolution.

B. I have identified potential problems and recommended ways to solve them.

C. I have taken charge of and effectively resolved problems on my own and had the freedom to take steps to prevent problems from recurring.

D. I have had the freedom to take charge of and effectively resolve problems on my own.

E. None of the above

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