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NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Geographer to join our team!
This notice is issued under direct-hire authority to recruit new talent to occupations for which NIST has a severe shortage of candidates.
04/24/2024 to 04/30/2024
$82,764 - $181,216 per year
ZP 3 - 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - Employee may be required to travel occasionally to attend seminars, workshops, conferences, or to conduct field studies.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
4
No
No
EL-731-24-12394005-DH
787810300
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
U.S. Citizens
If selected, you will play a critical role in two cornerstone NIST research programs:
(1) NIST Community Resilience Program (CRP)
(2) NIST Disaster & Failures Studies Program (DFSP)
These research programs provide science-based tools & measurement guidance to improve community resilience. The CRP develops science-based tools for communities, professionals, & researchers to assess resilience & to support informed planning & decision-making at the community scale. The DFSP uses authorities granted by the National Construction Safety Team (NCST) Act, the National Earthquake Hazard Reduction Program (NEHRP), the National Windstorm Impact Reduction Program (NWIRP), & the NIST Organic Act to assess building & infrastructure performance & emergency response & evacuation procedures in the wake of disaster & failure events.
Work will help bridge research in the CRP & DFSP. Focus will be on developing tools, methods, & executing field studies, leveraging GIS skills.
The successful candidate will develop data collection best practices for complex post-disaster field studies, & conduct engineering & social science research to advance disaster research. Focus is on technical support to multi-disciplinary statutory programs & research studies that include conducting analyses/assessments of the built environment, developing & implementing guidance/tools, engaging with stakeholders, & collaborating with government agencies & external organizations. Participation in field studies & technical investigations is relevant, including development & approval processes for field data collection instruments.
ZP-III Duties: You will develop, conduct, & report on research in fields relevant to CRP & DFSP:
A. Degree: geography; or related physical or social science such as geology, meteorology, economics, statistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, cartography, computer science, urban studies, or planning that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields.
OR
B. Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in geography, or a related field that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
ZP-0150-III:
In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level (ZP-II at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience: Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams to complete research analysis on the performance, failure, and recovery of materials, components, structures, systems, or communities before and after natural disasters or human-initiated events, such as collapses or disasters from storms, fires, and earthquakes. Experience includes analyzing pre- and post-event phases and encompasses resilience planning and recovery within the research.
OR
Master's or equivalent graduate degree.
OR
Combination of specialized experience and graduate level education.
ZP-0150-IV:
In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level (ZP-III at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience: Working closely with and leading multi-disciplinary teams to conduct peer-reviewed research on the performance, failure, and recovery of materials, components, structures, systems, or communities before and after structural collapses, natural disasters, or human-initiated incidents (e.g., wind, storms, hurricanes, fires, earthquakes). Experience includes analyzing pre- and post-event phases, and encompasses resilience planning and recovery within the peer-reviewed research.
This position has an education requirement. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required prior to a final offer of employment.
Education completed outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with a course by course listing) is required with your application.
This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS). The APMS is a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Find out more about the APMS here!
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. Please be sure that your resume and supporting documents include detailed information to support your qualifications for this position. Failure to provide sufficient and/or legible evidence in your resume or supporting documents may result in a "not qualified" determination. You MUST also selected at least ONE eligibility (i.e., how you wish to be considered) in order to receive consideration for this position.
REFERRAL:All applicants that meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the selecting official for consideration. Under Direct Hire Authority, applicants are not rated and ranked and veteran's preference does not apply.
CTAP OR ICTAP ELIGIBILITY: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be determined eligible and rated as well-qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well Qualified" means that in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective placement factor(s), if applicable, you must receive a score of 85 or higher. Please review the following site regarding required documents to support CTAP or ICTAP eligibility and additional information regarding this authority - CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility
The documents required vary based on how you're applying (i.e., as a veteran or disabled veteran, current or former Federal employee, etc.). Please review the Required Documents for this position to find out if there are any documents required with your application. Failure to submit required documents, based upon how you apply, may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES: 1) A resume, 2) vacancy question responses, and 3) submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, or if the documents submitted are illegible you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume by either creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Cover letters are optional. To receive any credit for relevant experience, please list the month/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. We suggest you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please refer to the Resume Guidance on how to build an effective resume.
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.
Click 'Apply' and we'll walk you through a four-step process on how to attach a resume and any required documents. While working an application, you may review, edit, delete and update information. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time the closing date of the announcement unless an applicant cut off has been identified (see the SUMMARY section, as appropriate). If an applicant cut off has been indicated, the announcement will close by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the date the cut off number has been met.Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/787810300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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