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.
Research topics, conduct interviews, write news, feature and explanatory articles for ODNI publications, ODNI websites and blogs to facilitate understanding of the ODNI's mission, goals, and strategies to the ODNI and Intelligence Community workforces, respectively.
Capture still imagery using professional journalism industry standard digital cameras.
Write and edit workforce messages, articles, and communication materials for the ODNI and IC workforce in support of providing timely, relevant, and important information to the ODNI and Intelligence Community (IC) workforces to facilitate understanding of the ODNI's mission, vision, and goals.
Assist in developing and producing content for new and emerging communication vehicles, such as blogs, social media and online publications to ensure that key information is communicated to all members of the IC.
Coordinate with appropriate ODNI staff officials to obtain, review, and when necessary, improve the effectiveness of information to be communicated to the ODNI and IC audiences.
Cultivate collaborative relationships of mutual support with internal communications officers and public affairs staffs at each of the 16 intelligence agencies and components.
Knowledge of and familiarity with the US Intelligence Community and its missions, components, and functions.
Qualifications
Mandatory and Educational Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, or four years of photojournalism experience, which may consist of any combination of job relevant post-secondary education including accredited college, technical training, military service and practical experience.
Experience using digital photography, which includes the use of professional journalism industry standard digital cameras to capture still imagery, documenting both controlled and uncontrolled action; an understanding of the principles of layout and design of photographic projects using industry standard software and hardware for layout, editing and producing final, edited multimedia projects.
Experience writing and editing using the Associated Press Style Guide.
Experience with writing for the web such as social media, blogging.
Proven communication skills, both written and oral, including demonstrated ability to produce concise and properly-edited products that clearly and logically convey complex information and ideas under strict deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as work independently, in a small team, and in a larger environment.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to think strategically, to identify needs and requirements, and to develop recommendations and solutions.
Direct experience managing small and large-scale multi-media projects.
Proven ability to interact with senior officials, to build and sustain professional networks in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, and to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines.
TS/SCI security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
Supervision Given: Non-Supervisory
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 Recruitment_teamB@dni.gov.
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 Recruitment_teamB@dni.gov.
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.
