Multiple Schedules - This is a full-time/part-time position. Work schedules, including telework, are at the discretion of the supervisor, consistent with agency policy.
This is a student position that is open to current Geospatial Information Systems or another related field degree seeking students enrolled in an accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. In support of Veterans Recruitment efforts, Veterans who are Geospatial Information Systems (or another related field) degree seeking students of qualifying educational institutions are encouraged to apply.
The Pathways Student Trainee is responsible for processing and understanding federal Geospatial Information System (GIS) datasets, learn data management practices, and produce summary reports of spatial analysis results.
Processes and learns how to understand and interpret federal GIS datasets, learn data management practices, and produce summary reports of spatial analysis results.
Assists in the development of methodologies and execution of spatial analysis projects.
Assists with the development of Python scripts to automate geoprocessing.
Assists with the automation of geoprocessing large GIS datasets.
Assists with the development of scripts in Python and how to build and deploy web-based maps and applications using the ArcGIS Online suite of tools.
Assists with the processing of large datasets in Python Pandas (clean data, perform aggregations, determine statistical measures) and in ArcPy (automate geoprocessing of Census and telecommunications data, produce visualizations of results in matplotlib, JavaScript based applications).
Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation.
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
Financial disclosure statement may be required upon assuming the position.
Writing Sample Required.
List of references required.
Cover letter describing interest in OEA required.
Must maintain at least half-time enrollment status as defined by your school.
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, you should only report attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You may verify accreditation at the following website: http:www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
All education claimed will be verified.
Qualifications
A degree seeking student in the field of Geospatial Information Systems or another related field and must have completed at least two years of post-high school education.
Enrolled in a school that has been accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
A written sample or project demonstrating proficiency using Geospatial Information Systems.
Enrolled at least half-time as defined by your school.
Be in good academic standing (i.e., must have at least a 3.0 GPA or its equivalent).
Students must provide a Cover Letter describing their interest in the Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA).
US Citizen or if you are not a citizen you must meet one the following criteria: 1. owe permanent allegiance to the United States (for example, natives of American Samoa and Swains Island); 2. be a lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); or 3. be admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or have been granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and have filed a declaration of intention to become lawful permanent resident and then citizen when eligible.
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Must have completed 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree in the field of Geospatial Information Systems or a related field. Must be actively enrolled as a current student. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED.
Education requirements must be met prior to appointment. Updated transcript at the time of selection is required to verify requirements have been met.
Pathways Program - U.S. CITIZEN OR NON-U.S.CITIZEN EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: There is no U. S. citizenship requirement to participate in the Pathways Programs. HOWEVER, U. S. citizenship is a requirement for conversion to the competitive service via a term or permanent appointment. **Non-U.S. citizens may apply to the Pathways Internship Program as current students or recent graduates and be employed; however, the student must have been lawfully admitted into the United States as a permanent resident or otherwise authorized to be employed in the Pathways Internship Program. NOTE: A non-citizen student may not be converted to career-conditional employment in the competitive service unless they are U.S. citizens at the time of conversion. Additionally, applicants must be a U.S. citizen for positions that require security clearances.
Other: - Before hiring, an agency will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The agency will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. If you are a male over age 18 who was born after December 31, 1959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job.
- If applicable, you will be required to serve a trial period of one year.
- In order for you to be employed at the FCC, there are certain Commission and Federal laws governing the financial interests of you and members of your immediate family. If selected for the position, you must submit a financial disclosure statement upon assuming the position.
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.
Temporary Pathways Interns NTE 15 weeks are eligible for the following federal benefits:
Accrual of annual and sick leave on a bi-weekly basis
Federal holidays (paid time off)
Transit benefits
Telecommuting
Flexible spending accounts
Alternative work schedules
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.
All applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of experience and education relevant to the duties of the position. The FCC determines the BEST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES based on the major job related competencies and evaluation of your knowledge, skills, and abilities reflected in your application and supporting documents.
There are several parts to the application process that affect the overall evaluation of your application including:
1. the core questions 2. supplemental documentation (e.g., DD-214, SF-50, SF-15, Transcripts, Schedule A Letter), if applicable; and 3. cover letter describing interest in the position 4. resume, writing sample, etc.
Applicants may be rated ineligible, if they do not respond to job specific questions, provide supplemental documents and submit a resume. For more information, please click on Rating 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.
Temporary Pathways Interns NTE 15 weeks are eligible for the following federal benefits:
Accrual of annual and sick leave on a bi-weekly basis
Federal holidays (paid time off)
Transit benefits
Telecommuting
Flexible spending accounts
Alternative work schedules
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.
Copy of your transcripts showing total credit hours earned and cumulative GPA.
Cover Letter (describingyour interest in the Office of Economics and Analytics)
A written sample or project demonstrating proficiency using Geospatial Information Systems.
References
Schedule A Letter/Documentation, if applicable.
Veterans MUST submit form DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," or an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES MUST provide a legible Personnel Action, SF-50, that verifies your status and highest permanently held grade. If an SF-50 is not submitted, the application will be rated as ineligible.
***All required supporting documents MUST be received by midnight U.S. Eastern Time of the closing date of the announcement, as specified in this announcement. If you do not submit a required document (e.g. transcripts, etc.) your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration. Additionally, you may not receive the special consideration, e.g. Vet's Preference, for which you may be eligible without the appropriate supporting documentation. Once you apply to this vacancy you will be prompted by the system to upload the documents. If you are unable to upload the required documentation, contact the HR Specialist listed on the vacancy announcement prior to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.***
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.
To apply to this announcement go to the website: https://fcc.usajobs.gov/ Your application, including resume, all supplemental documents, registration information and answers to job specific questions must be received no later than midnight U.S. Eastern time of the closing date. For more information on applying federal jobs, please check this webpage https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page. If applying online poses a hardship, you may contact either the HR Specialist listed on the vacancy announcement or you may contact the Monster Government Solutions help desk (prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement) via e-mail at mgshelp@monster.com or you may reach them directly at 866-656-6831. The Monster Help Desk is available Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm EST. Qualified applicants may be further reviewed and rated by Subject Matter Experts to determine the validity of on-line question.
Federal Communications Commission
45 L Street NE
Washington DC, District of Columbia 20554
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications to determine your ranking. The best-qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Copy of your transcripts showing total credit hours earned and cumulative GPA.
Cover Letter (describingyour interest in the Office of Economics and Analytics)
A written sample or project demonstrating proficiency using Geospatial Information Systems.
References
Schedule A Letter/Documentation, if applicable.
Veterans MUST submit form DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," or an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES MUST provide a legible Personnel Action, SF-50, that verifies your status and highest permanently held grade. If an SF-50 is not submitted, the application will be rated as ineligible.
***All required supporting documents MUST be received by midnight U.S. Eastern Time of the closing date of the announcement, as specified in this announcement. If you do not submit a required document (e.g. transcripts, etc.) your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration. Additionally, you may not receive the special consideration, e.g. Vet's Preference, for which you may be eligible without the appropriate supporting documentation. Once you apply to this vacancy you will be prompted by the system to upload the documents. If you are unable to upload the required documentation, contact the HR Specialist listed on the vacancy announcement prior to 5:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.***
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.
To apply to this announcement go to the website: https://fcc.usajobs.gov/ Your application, including resume, all supplemental documents, registration information and answers to job specific questions must be received no later than midnight U.S. Eastern time of the closing date. For more information on applying federal jobs, please check this webpage https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page. If applying online poses a hardship, you may contact either the HR Specialist listed on the vacancy announcement or you may contact the Monster Government Solutions help desk (prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement) via e-mail at mgshelp@monster.com or you may reach them directly at 866-656-6831. The Monster Help Desk is available Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm EST. Qualified applicants may be further reviewed and rated by Subject Matter Experts to determine the validity of on-line question.
Federal Communications Commission
45 L Street NE
Washington DC, District of Columbia 20554
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications to determine your ranking. The best-qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
