- Position Title
- Visual Information Specialist
- Agency
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Announcement Number
- UNSEC DUSO-23-12129169-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, October 23, 2023 to Monday, November 6, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current Department of Commerce employee who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- You have a current performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You have not yet been separated.
3.
Are you a current or former employee of a Federal agency (other than the Department of Commerce) who meets the definition of displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you were separated; and
- Your last performance rating of record was at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You were separated from your position of record less than one year ago.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position.
1.
I meet the Individual Occupational Requirements or experience for the Visual Information Series 1084 because:
2.
Develop fully accessible visual communications that tell compelling science-themed stories via digital and the occasional print product. Such examples include but are not limited to: e-interactive story maps, data visualizations, animated GIFs, and presentations.
3.
Coordinate and produce visual information and multimedia products with teams across a communications operation or an organization's larger communications enterprise.
4.
Research and recommend new visual information methods and technologies to enhance online story presentation, production, quality, and distribution.
5.
Create accessible multimedia products to tell stories visually, and clearly and simply convey complicated/detailed information, particularly science processes, concepts and data in plain language.
6.
Manage the composition of clear and accurate photo/graphic captions, and selection of artwork, color palettes, photographs and/or other visual material that result in communication products that meet Section 508 Accessibility requirements for usability by individuals with disabilities.
7.
Determine project's visual communications goals for specific external audiences and explore/recommend appropriate creative options to fulfill those goals.
8.
Use advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite to create detailed illustrations, layout, photo retouches, animations, web and broadcast-quality graphics, and production-ready files for professionally printed material.
9.
Lead continuous improvement efforts related to digital storytelling and design including research, analysis, and recommendations for tools and strategies that will streamline processes, ensure Section 508 Accessibility standards and deliver a better visual experience to all audiences.
10.
Advise on production standards -- especially Section 508 Accessibility and usability requirements -- for visual storytelling products used for different audiences and mediums (e.g., website, social channels, slide presentations and print projects).
11.
Develop concepts, layouts and designs through frequent coordination with subject matter experts to create visual products that tell the agency's story mission and areas of scientific focus.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
12.
I certify, to the best of my knowledge, that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.