Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. We expect to fill many vacancies at this time using the Recent Graduate Training program ; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. To explore the BLM visit https://www.blm.gov/

Duties

Assist with the production of a broad range of creative, informative print, electronic and digital products in support of the organization's communication objectives. Use of digital cameras, video devices, editing software, and emerging audiovisual technology. May support subordinate offices with audiovisual technical expertise as needed. Assist in the development of written/visual/digital communication materials, to include news releases, features or other products that convey information concerning a wide range of subjects related to BLM programs. Review photographs, videos, and artwork for quality and composition. May take photographs or video for use in print or digital media products. Prepare routine informational material in proper format for public distribution either digitally, written or orally.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required upon conversion.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license; nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Land.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.

Qualifications

Recent Graduates Eligibility This position is for Recent Graduates who have completed a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within the previous 2 years. Note: (1) Certain veterans precluded from applying within the timeframe due to a military service obligation have up to 6 years from completing their education to apply; (2) Applicants who completed their educational program requirements after December 27, 2010 will have a full 2 years of eligibility beginning on the date the final regulations became effective, July 10, 2012. This is an excepted service, developmental experience appointment expected to last only 1 year under the BLM Pathways Recent Graduates Program. The BLM will require the selected applicant to complete a Participant Agreement in which it shall document the anticipated start and end dates for this developmental appointment. The agency may noncompetitively convert a Recent Graduate who is a U. S. citizen to a term or permanent appointment in the competitive service, as long as the Recent Graduate successfully completes the BLM's 1 year developmental program and meets the OPM Qualification Standards for the targeted occupational series. To qualify for the GS-05 level you must: - have at least three (3) years of progressively responsible general experience that demonstrates the ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions, plan and organize work and convey information, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-4. -OR- - have completed 4 years of course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in such programs as Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, English, Business, Natural or Social Science or a related field. -OR- have an equivalent combination of experience and education as described above. You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Most of the work is performed in an office setting. Driving a car or pickup truck is periodically required. The work may require walking outdoors and travel in light aircraft, helicopters, and off-road vehicles. Long workdays are occasionally required to meet deadlines. Work Environment: Travel to field sites or other BLM/government offices is often required. Attendance at meetings at night or on weekends is sometimes required. You must adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer.

Education

Verification of Degree: Copy of all your transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U. S. educational institution. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process, but prior to appointment the official transcript(s) will be required. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Contacts

• Address BLM Alaska 222 West 7th Avenue Anchorage, AK 99513 US
• Name: Annyn Vanderlooven
• Phone: (907) 271-2455
• Email: [email protected]