Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise to help our story-telling through photography and videography as an Audiovisual Production Specialist. You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: For more information about Albuquerque, NM Click Here For more information about Salt Lake City, UT Click Here

Duties

The duties of this position are developmental in nature and lead to the full performance level (FPL) of Audiovisual Production Specialist, GS-I 071-11. Plan and direct actions required to produce audiovisual products that comply with and meet all professional-level video production industry standards and visual information documentation, such as engaging video productions and high-resolution photography. Perform all phases of audiovisual production. Directs the conceptualization of visual and audio content using innovative and creative techniques to effectively convey the theme of the production. Operate complex video and audio editing systems. Utilizes artistic and creative skills to develop computer graphic presentations through conversion of projection transparencies, 35mm slides, videos, publications, and briefing papers. Creates original motion graphics, animations, and visual effects through post-production software. Operate and/or instruct others in the operation of camera and related equipment to ensure proper framing, lighting, aperture, exposure, depth of field, field of view, etc. Able to capture aerial photographs from fixed wing and rotary aircrafts for use in Public Affairs materials, technical reports, and surveys. Act as Pilot-In-Command (PIC) and observer on the Regional Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Team. Select and provide video clips, still photographs, and news features for use by local, national, and international media.

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the education and/or specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume. To qualify at the GS-09, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-07 level in federal service having demonstrated experience. Examples of specialized experience include videography, video production to include directing, producing and editing, and photography. OR Education: You could otherwise qualify on the basis of Education having 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree meets the requirements for GS-9. OR Combination of Experience and Education: You may combine specialized experience and education to meet the minimum qualifications. To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-09 level in federal service having demonstrated experience. Examples of specialized experience include videography, video production to include directing, producing and editing, and photography. Must obtain and maintain current Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) pilot/operator per FAA regulations and DOI provided guidance to execute Unmanned Aircraft System flights to capture footage and photography for use in public affairs visual products and support of technical projects. OR Education: You could otherwise qualify on the basis of Education having 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR Combination of Experience and Education: You may combine specialized experience and education to meet the minimum qualifications. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Time-In-Grade: Current career or career-conditional employees of the Federal government, or former career or career-conditional employees, who have a break in service of less than one year, are required to meet the time-in-grade restriction of one year of Federal experience at the next lower-grade, with few exceptions outlined in 5 CFR 300.603(b). Applicants eligible under the Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) are not required to meet time-in-grade restrictions in order to be considered. You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including time-in-grade restrictions and any selective placement factors if applicable, by 01/16/2024.

Education

This vacancy announcement allows substituting education for experience at the GS-09/11 grade levels. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not qualified for the position.

You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.

Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, refer to the Office of Personnel Management and U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the U.S. Network for Education Information.

Contacts

• Address Upper Colorado Basin Regional Office Bureau of Reclamation 125 S State Street Room Room 8100 Salt Lake City, UT 84138-1102 US
• Name: Adam Curtis
• Phone: 801-524-3641
• Email: [email protected]