Photographer (Scientific and Technical) GS-1060-9/10/11, FPL: 11
Full TimeUT-DUGWAYDPGEligibility Requirements
US Citizenship
Career Category
Other
Job Summary
This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)
WHAT IS ATEC?
ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At ATEC, we have a saying: If a Soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel. Engineers, scientists, technicians, researchers, and evaluators work with innovative, advanced technologies in 24 testing and research locations across the U.S. States and around the world. If you are a civilian who wants their work to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see: https://www.atecciviliancareers.com.
PLACE OF WORK:
Dugway Proving Ground is seeking applicants for a Photographer with field experience for the Data Sciences Division, Test Referee Branch for Dugway Proving Ground, UT. Dugway Proving Ground is approximately 50 minutes from Tooele, Utah, and 90-minute drive from Salt Lake City, Utah. Dugway offers affordable on post housing as well as subsidized commuter van transport. Contact the Relocation Program Manager at 435-831-2260. For more information about Dugway's beautiful terrain and community go to our website at https://www.atec.army.mil/dpg/. Normal working hours are Monday - Thursday, 7:00am - 5:30pm.
The United States Army Test and Evaluation Command is posting this advertisement for the subject position above under the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) Direct-Hire Authority.
The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, Student Loan Repayment, and Credit for Leave Accrual. Incentives may be authorized IAW agency policy.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. For more information on PCS, click https://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/faqpcs.cfm . When you perform a Civilian PCS with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
Salary on the announcement depicts the GS-9 step 1 through GS-11 step 10 annual salary. Selection of this position will be made at any level for which advertised. If selected at the GS-9 or GS-10 level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next level once all conditions for advancement have been met.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Job Responsibilities
Designs unusual configurations of specialized instrumentation cameras and associated equipment to acquire a photo-optical record of kinetic munition events as well as chemical and biological events under unusual test conditions. Conducts studies on feasibility of realignment and integration of existing equipment with newer, more advanced equipment. Works with engineers, computer specialists, communication specialists, and manufacturing representatives in the modification of existing equipment and systems as well as the design of new systems. Designs data collection systems and performs methodology studies to coincide with unique engineering requirements (e.g., the use of pyro thermos video imaging to record artillery impact pattern configurations and adaptation of acoustic optical acquisition to recover data occurring outside of the optics imaging area).
At the GS-9 and GS-10 levels, assignments will be developmental in nature and you will be under closer supervision until you reach the full performance level of this position.
Job Qualification
U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the following series:
Specialized Experience
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you many not receive consideration for this position.
Specialized Experience for the GS-09: One year of experience which includes: 1. Setting up and operating still frame/video cameras and equipment. 2. Using photo editing software tools to manipulate digital photos such as - resizing, reshaping, cropping, adding text, or enhancing colors and features. 3. Using video editing software tools to manipulate digital videos by adding special effects, filters, animation or other techniques to improve image quality/product.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of the work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).
Specialized Experience for the GS-10: One year of experience which includes: 1. Setting up and operating still frame/video cameras and equipment. 2. Using photo editing software tools to manipulate digital photos such as - resizing, reshaping, cropping, adding text, or enhancing colors and features. 3. Using video editing software tools to manipulate digital videos by adding special effects, filters, animation or other techniques to improve image quality/product. 4. Writing specifications/justifications for new photographic or videography equipment.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of the work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
Specialized Experience for the GS-11: One year of experience which includes: 1. Setting up and operating still frame/video cameras and equipment in support of outdoor/indoor testing projects dealing chemical or biological components. 2. Using photo editing software tools to manipulate digital photos such as - resizing, reshaping, cropping, adding text, or enhancing colors and features. 3. Using video editing software tools to manipulate digital videos by adding special effects, filters, animation or other techniques to improve image quality/product. 4. Writing specifications/justifications for new photographic and videography equipment.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of the work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:
- Video Imaging
- Data Collection Systems
- Photo Design
- Written/Oral Communication
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described above. If your resume includes a photograph/inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility/qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ . You will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application will be used to determine eligibility and qualifications for this position. If determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Conditions of Employment
- Position requires applicant to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre- Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- One-year probationary period may be required.
- Position requires up to 5% TDY/Business Travel
- This position requires a pre-employment and annual physical to ensure incumbent is physically capable to walk over rough and uneven terrain and lift moderately heavy equipment (40 pounds) on a recurring basis and occasionally lift 75 pounds.
- This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid state drivers' license and be willing to drive a government vehicle on Dugway Proving Ground.
- This position requires working occasional night and weekends depending on testing schedules.
- This position also requires a willingness to work at remote sites on Dugway Proving Ground under increment conditions.
- Employee must complete the contracting officer's representative course (ALMC-CL) through the Logistics Management College or equivalent to perform function as the contracting officer’s representative (COR) on major procurement purchases within 12 months of appointment.
Travel Requirements
Up to 10% Travel
QUESTIONS or issues please send us a message with the vacancy announcement URL, position title, and location to:
rebekkah.g.young.civ@army.mil