An internal candidate to fill a GS-9 cadre position.
Who May Apply
Current GS employees at the same grade as the advertised position grade may apply.
For a cadre assignment:
Current ODNI permanent cadre.
Current Federal Government employees.
Candidates outside the Federal Government.
Salary Determination
The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to the individual. A selected ODNI candidate or other Federal Government candidate will be assigned to the position at the employee's current GS grade and salary.
Summary
Position Information This is an opportunity for:
An internal candidate to fill a GS-9 cadre position.
Who May Apply
Current GS employees at the same grade as the advertised position grade may apply.
For a cadre assignment:
Current ODNI permanent cadre.
Current Federal Government employees.
Candidates outside the Federal Government.
Salary Determination
The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to the individual. A selected ODNI candidate or other Federal Government candidate will be assigned to the position at the employee's current GS grade and salary.
Researches, acquires, edits and produces commercial broadcast-quality video and audio informational materials for use on web and traditional media platforms. Identifies and selects newsworthy events. Produces radio, television and documentary scripts, narrations, public service announcements, and spot announcements.
Prepares sets to include the positioning of lights, cameras, sound, properties and personnel, and ensures special audio and video effects are used effectively.
Edits final video products shot in sequence and/or out-of-sequence to ensure continuity, effectiveness of action and dialogue or narrative, using industry standard digital editing and graphic design software.
Maintains organization's library of audio and video products.
Maintain productive working relationships with staff in other communications organizations in the Intelligence Community (IC) to collaborate on visual information products about the ODNI and IC mission, programs, and activities.
Assist in developing and producing content for new and emerging communication vehicles, such as blogs, audio, video, and online publications to ensure that key messages are available to all members of the IC.
Selects associated visual material as necessary and available. Assist with scheduling, coordinating and managing logistics for internal ODNI and external IC communication events and forums, such as town halls, panel discussions, presentations, and special events, to advance the DNI's objectives and enhance his/her visibility in the community.
Knowledge of and familiarity with the IC and its missions, components, and functions.
Experience as a broadcast journalist or videographer/documentarian.
Demonstrated ability to gather and produce news and information in multi-media presentations.
Supervision Given: Non-Supervisory.
Qualifications
Mandatory and Educational Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's degree in radio, television, film (RTVF) related field of study, or:
Four years of demonstrated RTVF experience acquiring, editing and producing commercial broadcast quality video and audio informational material for use on multiple platforms including web and traditional media platforms using industry standard digital editing and graphic design software with emphasis in Adobe Creative Suite 6 Production Premium software. RTVF experience may include any combination of job-relevant post-secondary education including accredited college, technical training, military training, and practical experience.
Outstanding oral, writing, and editing skills and demonstrated ability to produce concise video products that clearly and logically convey complex information and ideas.
Direct experience planning and managing small-scale to large-scale video projects.
Demonstrated videography and video editing experience.
Demonstrated experience writing radio, television and documentary scripts, narrations, public service announcements, and spot announcements.
Demonstrated experience narrating public events and voicing over video products.
Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, patience, and persistence in handling the details involved in planning and running successful events.
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to work independently and in a team or collaborative environment, to work with all levels of employees from support staff to front office leadership.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines.
Experience writing and editing using the Associated Press Style Guide.
TS/SCI security clearance or the ability to obtain a clearance is required.
Education
N/A
Additional information
The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Intelligence Community Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Office Representative by classified email at DNI-EEOD-RA-ACF@exchange.cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI-EEOD@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-874-8360, by TTY at 703-874-8554, or by FAX at 703-874-8651. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IN THE 'HOW TO APPLY' SECTION BELOW.
JOB INTERVIEW TRAVEL: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. If selected for an in-person interview, the ODNI hiring office will pay for travel by commercial carrier (economy class) or reimburse for privately owned vehicle (POV) mileage. If applicable, the candidate also will be reimbursed at a flat rate for commercial lodging and per diem.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the position description and required KSAs and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. The description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the work performed. Applicants will also be evaluated on their narrative responses to the KSAs. The best qualified applicants will be further evaluated through an interview process.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Your application MUST be received by midnight on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. To verify receipt of your application package ONLY, you may call or email at (703) 275-3811.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
c. VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
f. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Applicants with a four-year degree must submit a copy of their unofficial transcript. If applying without a four-year degree please describe your four-years of experience in your Cover Letter.
External Candidates:
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship.
Successful completion of CI polygraph and background investigation.
Successful completion of a ODNI medical screening.
A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
A complete application must include:
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants must provide a detailed supplemental narrative statement addressing the MANDATORY REQUIREMENT POSITION QUALIFICATIONS listed in the vacancy announcement. The narrative should describe how your past work experience, education and accomplishments demonstrate that you possess the knowledge and skills required for this position.
c. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
d. VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
f. SF-50: Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
g. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Applicants with a four-year degree must submit a copy of their unofficial transcript. If applying without a four-year degree please describe your four-years of experience in your Cover Letter.
WHERE TO SUBMIT:
Applications should be sent to either DNI-MSD-HR-RR-TEAM_B_WMA@DNI.IC.GOV (classified email system) or Recruitment_TeamB@dni.gov (unclassified email system). All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Your application MUST be received by midnight on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. To verify receipt of your application package ONLY, you may call or email at (703) 275-3811.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
c. VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
f. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Applicants with a four-year degree must submit a copy of their unofficial transcript. If applying without a four-year degree please describe your four-years of experience in your Cover Letter.
External Candidates:
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship.
Successful completion of CI polygraph and background investigation.
Successful completion of a ODNI medical screening.
A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
A complete application must include:
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants must provide a detailed supplemental narrative statement addressing the MANDATORY REQUIREMENT POSITION QUALIFICATIONS listed in the vacancy announcement. The narrative should describe how your past work experience, education and accomplishments demonstrate that you possess the knowledge and skills required for this position.
c. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
d. VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
f. SF-50: Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
g. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT: Applicants with a four-year degree must submit a copy of their unofficial transcript. If applying without a four-year degree please describe your four-years of experience in your Cover Letter.
WHERE TO SUBMIT:
Applications should be sent to either DNI-MSD-HR-RR-TEAM_B_WMA@DNI.IC.GOV (classified email system) or Recruitment_TeamB@dni.gov (unclassified email system). All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
