This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/465513400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The selectees for these positions serve as a Student Trainee (Computer Scientist) at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Division, Keyport in Keyport, WA. As a Student Trainee (Computer Scientist), they will be performing developmental assignments to gain basic knowledge of the organization and familiarity with the practical application of software life cycle tasks. Trainees will assist higher level Engineers and Scientists with detailed and routine work utilizing basic principles and practices of computer systems applications analysis and design concepts.
Learn more about this agency03/20/2017 to 03/27/2017
$31,699 - $41,203 per year
GS 04
Many vacancies in the following location:
Occasional travel - Travel is dependent upon position description and availability of funding.
No
Internships
Full-time - Full Time
09
No
NW71599-09-1925477QN616252P
465513400
The Pathways Intern Program is a work experience that provides an opportunity for college students to pursue work that is relevant and beneficial to their academic studies. Assignments are designed to assist employees in developing a basic understanding of specialized practices and procedures and a familiarity with work operations. You will provide assistance to higher level personnel by performing routine and repetitive tasks. The program is an excellent opportunity for students to get an interesting, real-world experience in the field of computer programming while contributing to the defense of our nation.
As a Student Trainee (Computer Scientist), your duties may include, but not limited to:
REQUIREMENTS:
A SECRET security clearance is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume.
Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Position is primarily sedentary, but may require occasional travel to based on various assigned tasks and projects.
Position may require extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and carrying light items such as books or papers.
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.
PATHWAYS PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:
You are eligible if you are currently accepted for enrollment or enrolled in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
In 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 considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.
--Successfully completed 2 full academic years of post-high study or an associate's degree by the closing date of this announcement.
This position has Conditions of Employment (screen-outs) which will be used to determine minimum qualifications for this position. Applicants not possessing these Conditions of Employment will be found ineligible for this position. They are:
--United States Citizenship.
AND
--18 years of age or older.
AND
-- Currently living in or working within the local commuting area of the duty location listed for this position.
This position has a Selective Placement Factor (screen-out) which will be used to determine minimum qualifications for the position. Applicants not possessing the Selective Placement Factor will be found ineligible for this position. The Selective Placement Factor is:
--Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher degree program in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related degree that will include at least 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 or the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus.
PLEASE NOTE: IF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS DO NOT SUPPORT YOUR CLAIM OF ONE OF THE EDUCATIONAL DISCIPLINES LISTED ABOVE, YOU MUST CLEARLY ANNOTATE, IN YOUR RESUME, YOUR INTENT TO PURSUE OR DECLARE THE EDUCATIONAL DISCIPLINE YOU CLAIMED.
This position has Quality Ranking Factor that will be used to differentiate best qualified candidates. The Quality Ranking Factor is:
--A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.50 or better as recorded on my most recent transcript based on my highest completed educational course of study. Must possess prior to entrance on duty.
This position may be noncompetitively converted
to a (GS-1550-05/07/ or GS-09 Computer Scientist) career ladder position
after meeting all regulatory requirements (including qualification
requirements), and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither
implied nor guaranteed.
If converted to the GS-1550 Computer Scientist, the below qualification standards will apply.
IOR Computer Science Positions:
Professional and Scientific Positions:
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
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 employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire. To preview this questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the required skills for this position, click the following link: View Assessment Questions
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
GENERAL PATHWAYS QUALIFYING EDUCATION:
(Please refer to specific position qualifying education for the GS-04 requirements.)
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; and
2) Any of the following educational institutions or curricula that have been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the secretary of the U.S. Department 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 curriculum
For 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 resume. See OPM's General Policies for information on crediting education.
Education 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 States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying. For further information, please visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
May be noncompetitively converted to a term or permanent competitive service position.
Must be a United States citizen to be eligible for non-competitive conversion to the competitive service.
Relocation and/or Recruitment incentives are NOT authorized.
May be promoted or reassigned.
Active duty military members MAY apply under this announcement. If selected, appointment eligibility requirements must be met prior to the effective date of appointment.
This position has promotion potential to the GS-09 grade level. If selected below the full performance level, incumbent may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
A 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 appointments.
The Department of the Navy uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
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 program.
To be eligible for conversion, Interns must:
o Be a US Citizen
o Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program
o Complete their degree or certificate requirements
o Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted
o Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and
o Perform their job successfully
Agencies may waive up to 320 of the required 640 hours of work for Interns who demonstrate high potential as evidenced by outstanding academic achievement and exceptional job performance.
In addition, students working in agencies through third-party intern providers may count up to 320 of the hours they work toward the 640 hour requirement.
Time spent under previous Internship Program appointments may count towards required work experience hours.
Veteran's Preference Information
Military Spouse Preference (MSP)
Federal Annuitant Information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You 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:
1. Academics
Additional points are not added for veterans preference; however, preference is still applied. Applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
The documents you are required to submit vary for each individual. We recommend that you print a copy of this application checklist for reference while completing your application package. The link to the applicant checklist below will assist you in determining which documents you need to submit for this vacancy: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/ApplicantChecklist_External.pdf
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Complete Resume.
- Complete Assessment Questionnaire. View Occupational Questionnaire
- Transcripts.
- Veterans Documents.
- Other supporting documentation as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit.
Your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Monday, March 27, 2017. Applications received after Monday, March 27, 2017may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received and processed will be reviewed.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account: https://mydon.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. You'll be directed to the Details page in Application Manager that will display the status of your application, documentation received and processed, and any correspondence related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process so please plan appropriately.
***You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.***
If you are unable to apply online or unable to upload your supporting documents follow the directions located at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/Application_Info_How_to_Apply_via_Fax.pdf
Note: Faxing an application package (eg. 1203-FX) will not allow you to review and track the status of your application unless you have completed the application process in USAJOBS.
This Vacancy ID is 1925477
Do not email or send hard copy resumes/applications to the Contact Information or Agency Information listed in this vacancy announcement. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
**It is the applicants responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. **
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements for which you requested consideration.
You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements.
Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
Stay informed of changes to your application status by signing up for automatic email alerts at: https://www.usajobs.gov/Applicant/Application/ListApplications.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/465513400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Learn more about
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!