STUDENT TRAINEE (PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST) with Security Clearance - Washington DC

Company: Department of Defense
Location: Washington, DC
Posted On: 05/05/2024

Duties--- You will assist the STEM outreach team in the planning and execution of lab-wide strategy to build interest among students in grades K-12 and at college level.--- You will assist with production the organization's internal newsletter.--- You will assist in delivering timely and accurate lab-wide announcements on the organization's internal communications sites.--- You will assist in the editorial processes to monitor and track content processes for creation and delivery.--- You will review publications to determine suitability for release.--- You will assist in processing Freedom of Information Act requests.--- You will assist in distributing content for mass internal and external audiences via a number of electronic channels, including websites and social mediaRequirements Conditions of Employment--- Must be a US Citizen.--- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.--- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.--- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification checkTo learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov--- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.--- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.--- Proof of enrollment reflecting your Spring 2024, Summer 2024, or Fall 2024 status (includes transcripts, class schedule, or acceptance letter)Proof of future enrollment required upon entrance on duty.--- Selectee is required to sign a participant agreement.--- Must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) in an accredited school.--- Must be enrolled on at least a half-time basis as defined by your school.--- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on dutyFailure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.--- Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of applicationQualifications In order to be eligible for this position, your resume must provide sufficient information, level of education, current degree program and expected date of graduation, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being consideredYour resume is the key means we have for evaluating this information as they relate to this positionTherefore, we encourage you to be clear and specificTo be eligible for the NO-01 Pay Band you must meet the following required level of education:*Currently accepted for enrollment or enrolled in a High School, an accredited college (including 2-year and 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate on at least a half-time basisA certificate program means post-secondary education, in a qualifying educational institution, equivalent to at least one academic year of fill-time study that is part of an accredited college level, technical, trade, vocational, or business school curriculumAll educational requirements and documentation to verify your eligibility for this position must be provided prior to Entrance on DutyGrade Point Average (G.P.A.) Requirement: This position requires you to currently possess and maintain an overall G.P.Aof 2.5 or greater out of a 4.0 scale(G.P.A.'s are rounded to one decimal placeFor example, 2.45 rounds to 2.5 and 2.44 rounds to 2.4)Your G.P.Amust be reflected in your resumeAs part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaireAdditional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social)Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employmentEducation QUALIFYING EDUCATION: Any of the following educational institutions or curricula that have been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the secretary of the U.SDepartment of Education: 1) A high school whose curriculum has been approved by a State or local governing body, or a home-school curriculum that has been approved by such a body or a State; OR 2) Any of the following educational institutions or curricula that have been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the secretary of the U.SDepartment of Education: (i) A technical or vocational school; (ii) A 2-year or 4-year college or university; (iii) A graduate or professional school (e.g., law school, medical school); or (iv) A home-school curriculumFor positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resumeSee OPM's General Policies for information on crediting educationEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements, if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United StatesIt is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applyingFor further information, please visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional information Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcementA tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointmentsFederal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitantsPolicy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf PROGRAM COMPLETION AND CONVERSION: Interns may be converted to a permanent position (or, in some limited circumstances, to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the programTo be eligible for conversion, Interns must: Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program Complete their degree or certificate requirements Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and Perform their job successfully This position may be non-competitively converted to a position within the NC or NO Career Track at the 01 or 02 Pay Band levels depending on your highest attained level of education after meeting all regulatory requirements (including qualification requirements), and upon the recommendation of managementPromotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.--- Benefits Help A career with the U.Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveIn order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being consideredYour resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this positionTherefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experienceWhen the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcementYou will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies:--- ATTENTION TO DETAIL
* INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
* ORAL COMMUNICATION
* SELF-MANAGEMENT
* WRITTEN COMMUNICATION You will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection proceduresAdditional points are not added for veterans' preference; however, preference is still appliedApplicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veteransIf you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified - Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for announced positionHighly Qualified -Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for announced positionQualified - Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for announced positionIf after More...

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