DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations. To view this position’s duties, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA’s online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested. You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the “Advanced Search” link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the “Job Opening ID” field.
- U.S. Citizenship - Drug Test - Security Investigation
All applicants must be U.S. citizens and are subject to a thorough background inquiry.
Qualifications
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
1. Actively works to ensure a continuous transfer of knowledge and skills across organizations through effective use of knowledge sharing 2. Serves as a leader by developing and mentoring others within and outside the work unit 3. Assists in developing new policy considering previous policy and future challenges 4. Develops advanced ability to work independently as a subject matter expert in two BHR functional areas (i.e., Applied Service, Advising, etc.). 5. Seeks to lead cross-organization/Agency initiatives, committees, or working groups; strives to provide subject matter expertise to BHR training content and mentoring; gains expertise in prioritizing, completing, and evaluating complex professional assignments; and learns to supervise/guide the work of other Officers.
HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS
1. Experience with military population. 2. Experience with providing instruction to adults. 3. Fitness and suitability for duty background.
Basic Requirements
Education
A graduate or higher-level degree, bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing educational program is required. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://www.aacnnursing.org/ccne),
Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://www.coacrna.org/),
Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://www.midwife.org/accreditation), or an accrediting body recognized by the
U.S. Department of Education (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/)
at the time the degree was obtained.
Degree from Foreign Nursing School: Official certification from the
Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://www.cgfns.org/)
is required for individuals who graduated from foreign nursing schools.
Advanced Practice Nurse Positions: For Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) positions, applicants must possess a graduate or higher-level degree in nursing from an accredited educational program in the area of expertise or specialty indicated by the position.
Areas of specialties for positions include, but are not limited to, Acute Care, Anesthesia, Community Health, Family, Geriatric, Home Health, Midwifery, Neonatal, Oncology, Pediatric, Psychiatric, Allergy and Immunology, Women’s Health, Cardiovascular, Dermatology, Occupational Health, Orthopedic, Respiratory, or other specialties identified for the position.
Licensure
For all grade levels and positions, applicants must have passed the
National Council Licensure Examination (external link) (https://www.opm.gov/leaving/index.aspx?link=https://nclex.com/index.htm) . In addition, they must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a professional nurse from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
Additional License Requirements for Advanced Practice Nurse Positions: Applicants for Advanced Practice Nurse positions must be licensed or registered by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States in the clinical specialty required by the position.
Experience
The work experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. At the GS-9 and above grade level, many positions may require experience in a specialty area of nursing.
Basic Requirements for the GS-5 (or equivalent) Grade Level
To qualify at the GS-5 (or equivalent) grade level, applicants must meet one of the following qualification requirements:
· Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing with no experience; or
· Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and one full year of professional nursing experience.
Basic Requirements for the GS-7 (or equivalent) Grade Level
In addition to the above Basic Requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
· Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision; (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=general-policies)
· Possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-5 grade level);
· Possession of a diploma or associate degree in professional nursing and two full years of professional nursing experience; or
· Completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a professional nursing educational program.
Basic Requirements for the GS-9 (or equivalent) Grade Level
In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
· Possession of a master’s degree in professional nursing; or
· At least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-7 grade level or above) and possession of a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Nursing from a professional nursing program.
Basic Requirements for the GS-11 (or equivalent) Grade Level
In addition to the above requirements, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
· Successful completion of a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from a professional nursing educational program or related medical science field; or
· At least one full year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level) and possession of a diploma, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree from a professional nursing educational program.
Basic Requirements for the GS-12 (or equivalent) Grade Level
In addition to the mandatory license and education described above under Basic Requirements applicants must have at least one or more full years of professional nursing experience that is equivalent to the next lower grade level.
Additional information
DIA positions are Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) positions in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. All applicants must be U.S. citizens at the time of application. Applicants must meet the agency’s conditions of employment, to include, but not limited to, satisfactory completion of an initial special background investigation and periodic reinvestigation, completion of any required medical examination and physical requirements, completion of any required personal interviews, favorable completion of any required initial or aperiodic polygraph examinations, completion of any required drug test, satisfactory completion of a two-year Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System trial period, and completion of a civilian mobility agreement. All employees are required to sign an agreement not to disclose, in any fashion, classified information to unauthorized persons. All civilian employees are required to participate in the DoD Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer of Pay (DD/EFT) Program. DIA employees and applicants for employment are protected by federal laws, from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. Veterans who are preference-eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions are encouraged to apply.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
In order to qualify for this position, your application must include sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position to which you are applying. To view this position’s requirements, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA’s online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested. You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the “Advanced Search” link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the “Job Opening ID” field.
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.
Please visit our web site, www.dia.mil. Under the "Careers" heading on our web site, you will find a listing of benefits available to DIA employees.
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.
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.
Click the link to "Search and Apply for Jobs" or click the link to "Careers" > "Vacancies."
Your first visit? Click "New User" to setup your account.
Click "Search" to view Vacancy Announcements for opportunities that interest you.
Save as a Favorite or select the Job Opening to Apply.
At the top of the "Job Search" page, click "My Favorite Jobs" to view each announcement. Start the application process by clicking the "Apply" at the bottom of the announcement.
While working on the application, "Save" frequently. When you save the document, prior
to final submission, you can exit the application and return later to
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Finished? Click "Submit."
You must complete and submit the application prior to the closing date listed on the
Vacancy Announcement.
Final applications are not available for revision. If you need to revise your application,
complete and submit another application.
All positions in the Defense Intelligence Agency are in the excepted service under 10 USC 1601 appointment
authority and covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), a General Grade (GG) pay system divided
into grades and steps similar to OPM’s General Schedule (GS) compensation system. All candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject
to a thorough background inquiry and any required medical examinations.
Defense Intelligence Agency
Bolling AFB
Washington, DC 20340
Next steps
Your application for employment must be prepared and submitted on-line at www.dia.mil. We will notify you, via e-mail, when your application has been received. Later, you will be notified, via e-mail, if DIA is or is not interested in you as a potential employee of our agency.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
Click the link to "Search and Apply for Jobs" or click the link to "Careers" > "Vacancies."
Your first visit? Click "New User" to setup your account.
Click "Search" to view Vacancy Announcements for opportunities that interest you.
Save as a Favorite or select the Job Opening to Apply.
At the top of the "Job Search" page, click "My Favorite Jobs" to view each announcement. Start the application process by clicking the "Apply" at the bottom of the announcement.
While working on the application, "Save" frequently. When you save the document, prior
to final submission, you can exit the application and return later to
continue by logging-in and going to Job Search > My Activities > Applications with a status of Not Submitted.
Finished? Click "Submit."
You must complete and submit the application prior to the closing date listed on the
Vacancy Announcement.
Final applications are not available for revision. If you need to revise your application,
complete and submit another application.
All positions in the Defense Intelligence Agency are in the excepted service under 10 USC 1601 appointment
authority and covered by the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), a General Grade (GG) pay system divided
into grades and steps similar to OPM’s General Schedule (GS) compensation system. All candidates must be U.S. citizens and are subject
to a thorough background inquiry and any required medical examinations.
Defense Intelligence Agency
Bolling AFB
Washington, DC 20340
Next steps
Your application for employment must be prepared and submitted on-line at www.dia.mil. We will notify you, via e-mail, when your application has been received. Later, you will be notified, via e-mail, if DIA is or is not interested in you as a potential employee of our agency.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
