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The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently recruiting for
the 2010 Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups
(STIPDG). This program provides summer opportunities for college
students, particularly targeting groups who have been underrepresented
in careers in transportation, such as women, persons with disabilities,
and students from other diverse groups.
Eligible participants are all college/university students majoring in
any academic area of study. STIPDG participants receive various
benefits including hands-on experience and on-the-job training at a DOT
Operating Administration or State DOT. Included is a ten-week stipend
of up to $5,000 for Law or Graduate students and $4,000 for
Undergraduate students. Housing and travel arrangements are also
provided for all interns that are selected for assignments with
locations outside of their commuting area (50 miles). Participants may
also receive college credit upon successful completion of the program
with the permission of their college/university.
Contact Information:
To learn more about STIPDG program please visit: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/education/stipdg.htm
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Maintenance Helper
Maintenance Helper, WG-4749-05
The following job is on the Architect of the Capitol website. If you are interested in applying please login to the Architect of the Capitol jobs site at: http://www.avuedigitalservices.com/aoc/applicant.htmlOnce you have logged in, please enter the code XEQOE into the "Reference Code" field in the top right on the screen. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
EMPLOYER: Architect of the Capitol
LOCATION: Washington, Dist of Columbia SALARY RANGE: $17.42-$25.82 CLOSE DATE: 12/04/2009 ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: HOB 2010-009R1 OPENING DATE: 11/13/2009 PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 08 AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Anyone may apply WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time TIME LIMIT: Permanent - No time limit CONTACT NAME: Paulette Dixon Ellis CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 202-226-6047 CONTACT EMAIL: pellis@aoc.gov NOTES: LOCATION: Architect of the Capitol, House Office Building.
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Vacancy Announcement is Re-advertised. Applicants who applied under HOB 2010-009 must re-apply to be considered for this position.
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THIS POSITION IS BEING FILLED THROUGH AN ON-LINE APPLICATION SYSTEM.
To apply, go to www.aoc.gov or http://www.avuedigitalservices.com/aoc/applicant.html (Be sure URL is typed in all lower case).
Applications submitted by any form of mail delivery WILL NOT BE accepted.
DO NOT email, fax or deliver applications or forms for this vacancy. All applications must be submitted, and forms attached through On-line Services.
ANY REQUIRED FORMS MUST BE ATTACHED AS TEXT OR IMAGE FILES TO YOUR JOB APPLICATION; FORMS RECEIVED BY E-MAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact the employing office for alternate application procedures. Please call (202) 226-7000.
Selectee may be assigned to work on any of the three shifts listed below:
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday - Saturday: 4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Sunday - Saturday: 12:00 am - 8:00 am
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSES AT 11:59 PM ON THE CLOSING DATE.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol.
DUTIES:(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
This position may be filled as either a Maintenance Helper, WG-4749-05 or Maintenance Worker, WG-4749-08.
At the WG-4749-05, the employee is a Maintenance Helper. The employee assists journey level Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics in basic air conditioning mechanic work. Services equipment by oiling and greasing motors, shafts, bearings, and other moving parts. Cleans equipment and assists in gathering and laying out tools and materials for preventive maintenance jobs. Selects the appropriate tools and equipment for minor jobs. Assists journey level Electricians with work that cannot be handled alone. Obtains tools, materials, equipment, and supplies and delivers them to work site as directed. Cleans work areas, tools, and machines. Assists the journey level Pipefitter by performing the simpler and more routine duties of the pipefitting trade. Assists in the assembly, laying, or hanging of pipe by lifting, carrying, and handing tools, fittings, and equipment to the journey level pipefitter. Assists journey level Plumbers by completing simple, routine, plumbing repair tasks. Locates piping lines, sets up tools and equipment for use by others, cleans up work areas after work has been completed and stores tools in appropriate storage areas. At the WG-4749-08, the employee is a Maintenance Worker. The employee assists higher level Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics in operating and maintaining mechanical equipment by performing preventive maintenance service and inspections, installation, add repairs to exhaust fans, air conditioning and heating equipment, humidifiers, pneumatic controls, hot water generators, and other equipment. Installs, makes repairs on, and recognizes the causes of equipment failure on a variety of refrigeration and air conditioning units and systems. Makes repairs to system components such as hot water, chilled water and steam coils, steam traps, isolation valves, centrifugal pumps, control valves, and thermostats. Assists higher level Electricians in making minor repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, and insulating defective wiring, controls, equipment and fixtures such as broken and bare wiring, burned out switches and relays, loose connections and fittings, damaged light fixtures, and poorly operating thermostats. Performs a wide variety of pipefitting tasks involved in the construction, repair, maintenance, overhaul, and conversion in connection with a variety of pipefitting projects. Assists higher level Pipefitters in laying out, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing pipes, fittings and fixtures dealing with the plumbing and heating systems. Assists higher level Plumbers in repairing the plumbing systems. Measures, cuts, bends, and threads pipe and tile. Caulks and seals elbows, union joints, tile pipe, faucets, and shower drains. SCREEN OUT FACTOR(S):
Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS:
Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
Ability to use measuring devices and perform layout work.
Ability to use measuring instruments.
Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
Knowledge of materials.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 05: Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be ranked and rated based on their knowledge of the job elements identified in this announcement.
Grade 08: Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be ranked and rated based on their knowledge of the job elements identified in this announcement.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
Applications submitted by any form of mail delivery will not be accepted.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
The Office of the Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Office prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or disability.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Moving expenses are not authorized.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
Selected applicant(s) may be eligible to earn a higher annual leave accrual rate credit towards annual leave accrual based on prior non-Federal or uniformed service work experience. The amount of service credit will be based on specialized experience or qualifying experience that is provided on the applicant profile submitted. As such, if you are a new employee to the Federal Government or a rehire, it is important that you provide a work history that lists all directly related positions held, and it must include the dates of employment (month/day/year).
The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or must be authorized to work in the United States.
Selectee(s) is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal
Contact Information:
Paulette Dixon Ellis Keywords:
Senior Quality Improvement Advisor
Senior Quality Improvement Advisor for Position ID: FY2010-05.HCI About University Research Co., LLC (URC) URC has expertise in helping create environments where communities, health providers, educators, managers, and stakeholders can make lasting and positive changes in people’s lives. Current key clients include the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Global Fund, the Gates Foundation, the U.S. Department of Education (ED), the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and National Institutes of Health (NIH). Explore career opportunities with URC-CHS at urc-chs.com (http://www.urc-chs.com/careers/career.htm). Background: A key component of this five-year global project is assessing the health workforce and expanding the evidence base for the application of Quality Improvement to HR Planning and Management in areas such as training, supervision systems, interpersonal relations and workforce efficiency. Job Overview: Responsibilities: • Plan, develop, implement and evaluate project activities and/or studies that address the HR issues to include increasing the productivity of health workers such as task delegation, job aids, incentive systems, and quality management applied to HR systems. • Provide short-term technical assistance overseas to a number of activities and studies. • Assist in the generation of interest of USAID funding sources to support innovative project approaches to improve the productivity of healthcare providers. • Prepare monthly and annual reports of project activities in HR Planning and Management. • Oversee the project budget and expenditures for activities in HR Planning and Management. • Participate in URC business development in reviewing bids, making recommendations on bidding, and developing technical strategies for proposals. Minimum Qualifications: • Master’s degree in management, human resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Contact Information:
To Apply:
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Intern
The American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) is a nonprofit trade association representing and advocating on behalf of the more than 800 private providers of services and supports for nearly 500,000 Americans with disabilities. These providers employ over 400,000 direct support staff in 49 states and Washington, D.C. ANCOR is seeking a part time intern to work with us in our Alexandria office in the spring semester of 2010.
Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the intern may vary and will be determined after meeting with the Government Relations Communications and Grassroots Manager and based on the intern’s capabilities and interests. However, one or more of the following tasks will be involved:
Opportunities may be available for the intern to attend various briefings and meetings on disability issues in the Washington, D.C. area.
Qualifications
Hours and Stipend
Flexible hours – Minimum of 10 hours per week. Would start work in mid to late January. An educational stipend is available.
Contact Information:
Interested candidates can e-mail their resume and cover letter, including your dates of availability and time commitment to:
Mary Pauline Jones Government Relations Communications and Grassroots Manager
703-535-7850 Ext. 108
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Paralegal Specialist
Paralegal Specialist, GS-0950-09 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT EMPLOYER: Drug Enforcement Administration
Do your career "Justice" by working with DOJ, which has been ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Come and join the nation's law enforcement agency, where our most important resource is our people. The Department leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. Become a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. NOTES: All applicants for employment with DEA must possess and maintain the highest levels of character and conduct. DEA will evaluate applicants? qualifications based on these qualities. Once a conditional offer is made, DEA will conduct a continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employees with DEA meet the agency-specific qualifications in the areas of character and conduct. To this end, the unfavorable decision in any of the areas that follow will be deemed as disqualifying: Drug Policy Requirements (as specified in this announcement), Credit History, Candor and Honesty, Work History, History with the Law, and other qualities that would promote the integrity and efficiency of the DEA. The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No other form of application will be accepted. Applications sent by fax, e-mail and mail will not be accepted. Applications and supporting documents must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. You will be rated based on your qualifications as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered. An automated score will be calculated based on your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). Specialized experience must be reflected in your work history and/or resume in order to receive further consideration. Your self-determined rating, narrative responses, resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed and all responses provided in the on-line process must be substantiated by your work history. If upon review, it is determined that your resume, narrative responses, and/or supporting documentation do not support your response choices, you may be eliminated or your score may be modified to reflect the final rating based on all the information provided in your application. Therefore, your resume and narrative responses must provide enough detail to support your responses to the Vacancy Specific Questions and/or KSAs. Ultimately, the DEA Human Resources Office is responsible for determining an applicant?s final rating. The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, in addition to the other required application materials, you must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 to the HR contact annotated in the vacancy announcement. LACK OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WILL RESULT IN THE AGENCY?S INABILITY TO RECOGNIZE VETERANS STATUS FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NOTE: The Department defines the meaning of ?substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service? as a minimum of two years and nine months. If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant, you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under CTAP or ICTAP must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria, not including veterans? preference points, if applicable. CTAP and/or CTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a recent (or last) performance appraisal; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; or, if applicable, an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456. DUTIES:(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position) The Incumbent is responsible for the processing of seized assests throughout the disposition and official file closure, including performing completed research and analysis to determine the full scope of the forfeiture and related issues, such as asset sharing with other Federal, State and Local, and foreign government law enforcement agencies and adoptive seizures. Serves field divisions having the most active and complex asset seizure and forfeiture cases which involve diverse and complex technical issues. Prepares reports, exhibits, memoranda, and/or statistical analysis to be used in litigating cases, answering legal questions, or making legal determinations. Prepares, analyzes, and processes legal documents. Provides training to various personnel, including state and local law enforcement officers on the asset forfeiture process.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:(The KSAs below may not apply at all grades) Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Ability to meet and deal with others. Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to perform in-depth legal research. Ability to apply basic analytical methods to various aspects of assigned program or project areas. MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Grade 09: Qualifying experience for the GS-9 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-7 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as experience which demonstrates work performed under the direction of an attorney or team lead that includes legal research; verifying legal citations; reviewing and compiling documents; analyzing and summarizing legal documents and information; and preparing legal memoranda and documents.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement for the GS-9 level may be met by two (2) full academic years of graduate level education or completion of all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or completion of all requirements for an LL.B. or J.D. degree.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements. Grade 11: Qualifying experience for the GS-11 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-9 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as experience conducting legal research; interpreting and analyzing case law, statutes and regulations; verifying legal citations; reviewing and compiling documents; analyzing and summarizing legal documents and information; and preparing legal memoranda and documents.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Experience requirements at the GS-11 level may be met by three (3) full academic years of graduate level education or the successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or completion of all requirements for an LL.M. .
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: Drug testing is required for this position. All non-DEA applicants must complete a drug use questionnaire when applying for this position. This questionnaire is part of the on-line application process and must be completed before the application can be certified and submitted. Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana. Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage, and the full-field background investigation and results of the other steps in the process are otherwise favorable. Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position. Applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirements, as well as the qualification requirements, by the closing date of this announcement. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade. The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No other form of application will be accepted. Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. BASIS OF RATING: You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which show the degree to which you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed on this vacancy announcement. If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must submit proof of successful completion of the education; i.e., a transcript from an accredited U.S. business or technical school, junior college, or university, or proof that foreign education has been deemed creditable in accordance with the provisions listed under Foreign Education on the vacancy announcement. Failure to submit the required proof of education will result in you being deemed not qualified for the position. Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them to the employment application. If this is not possible, copies of documents can be faxed to 253-573-9869, or mailed to the following address: Drug Enforcement Administration, c/o Avue Technologies Corporation, ATTN: Direct Services, 1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 800, Tacoma, WA 98402. All faxed or mailed proof documents must be identified with applicant's name and vacancy announcement number. Status applicants must submit a copy of their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which verifies status. The Drug Enforcement Administration is an equal opportunity employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, handicapping condition, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. The Drug Enforcement Administration provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Relocation expenses are authorized. BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation. As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law. DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you are a David L. Boren scholar or fellow, and are not currently a student, the Homeland Security Act of 2002 provides that you can be considered, under a special appointing authority, for vacancies that are advertised under an agency's promotion procedures. Positions within this agency generally satisfy NSEP service requirements for David L. Boren scholars and fellows. Contact the National Security Education Board for further details on service requirements (http://www.nsepnet.org). You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30 percent or more; returned volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, etc. Appropriate documentation to support this claim for eligibility will be required. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application and follow all other instructions for applying shown in this announcement. Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim. If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, or you are applying for consideration under the Veteran Employment Opportunity Act or Veteran Readjustment Authority, attach a copy of your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456. Contact Information:
CONTACT NAME: Avue Help Desk
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Addiction Specialist
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation (HJF) is seeking an Addiction Specialist to support the Prescription Medication Abuse Educational Program at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) of Anesthesiology in Bethesda, Maryland. HJF provides administrative and management support to USUHS.
Responsibilities:
1. Designs, directs, and participates in development and implementation of the educational curriculum.
2. Analyzes clinical data.
3. Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of the educational program.
4. Provides relevant program status reports to the institution, regulatory agencies, and sponsors of the clinical research programs.
5. Prepares scientific papers for presentation at local and national meetings and for publication in medical and scientific periodicals.
6. Performs other assignments as required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of behavioral and addiction medicine and the procedures and techniques necessary for caring for patients taking medications with abuse potential; knowledge of medical science; experience in the design of educational material; ability to communicate effectively; ability to make effective presentations and publish; excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Education/Training Requirements: PhD. degree. (Will also accept MSW candidates)
Minimum Experience: 4 to 6 years related experience in a psychiatry service; Background in caring for patients taking medications with abuse potential preferred.
Physical Capabilities: Bending, standing, and sitting.
Required Licenses, Certification or Registration:
Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: May supervise clinicians, scientists, researchers or medical support staff.
Work Environment: Office environment.
HJF is a nonprofit medical research organization that provides support services to the military medical community and offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
AA/EEO
For a comprehensive list of our benefits, please visit: http://www.hjf.org/careers/benefits.html
HJF administers innovative medical research, supports education and training, and facilitates collaborations between the military and private medical communities. We provide comprehensive management and scientific services for more than 1,000 basic, clinical and applied research projects conducted around the globe. We also support continuing medical education programs for more than 160 military medical research and treatment facilities, and military medical organizations.
Contact Information:
Please apply on-line at www.hjf.org/careers Click “Advanced Search” and enter job number 204872 in the Job Opening ID box. OR fax your resume to 240-314-7334. Please specify title and job number on fax.
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Accountant
Title & Salary: Accountant, GS-0510-07/09 (Starting salary: GS-7: $41,210.00; GS-9: $50,408.00)
Date: October 22, 2009, Registration at 8 a.m., Interviews conducted from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No applications accepted after 12:00 PM
Location: Office of the Chief Financial Officer/Office of Financial Management,
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Ariel Rios North Building, Room 4346, Washington, DC 20460
Appointment/Career Development: Formal on-the-job training and developmental opportunities will be provided to acquire competencies identified by EPA and documented in a written Developmental Plan. Rotational assignments to another office will not be part of this appointment. Upon successful completion of a two year developmental program, the intern may be eligible for conversion to permanent status.
Duties and Responsibilities: The Office of Financial Management (OFM) within EPA’s Office of the Chief Financial Officer has an accountant position available in the Reporting and Analysis Staff (RAS). OFM is responsible for providing financial policy, reports and oversight essential for the financial operations of EPA (more information can be found at http://www.epa.gov/ocfopage/). RAS is responsible for controlling input of financial transactions into the Agency’s core accounting system; preparing Agency financial reports and assuring their timely distribution or submission; developing reporting formats and techniques to satisfy special needs; and where appropriate, analyzing and evaluating reported data. To be successful at the GS-9 level, an accountant must assist senior staff in analyzing accounting issues with Agency-wide impact, identifying trends, recommending solutions, and resolving problems; assist senior accountants in providing financial information for the Agency’s financial statements and other external financial reports; assist with the preparation of briefings to senior management, on accounting or financial audit-related issues; and support and assist in the development and completion of special reports. At the GS-7 level, the accountant serves in a developmental capacity that requires greater guidance and work is closely reviewed. As skills and knowledge increase, supervisory controls decrease accordingly.
Qualification Requirements: Degree: accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.. In addition to the above, the following is required:
GS-07: One year of specialized experience which is at or equivalent to the GS-05 level in the Federal Government OR one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement.
GS-09: One year of specialized experience which is at or equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal Government OR
Masters or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related. U.S. citizenship is required.
Benefits: 10 Paid Holidays; Paid Annual & Sick Leave; Federal Employees Retirement Plan; Health Benefits; Life Insurance; Incentive Awards (monetary & non-monetary recognition); Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401K plans offered in private sector); Flexible Work Schedule; Transit Subsidy.
Contact Information:
How to Apply: Applications will be accepted until noon at the OCFO Job Fair on October 22, 2009. To apply, provide your resume and an unofficial college transcript on-site to the EPA representative and complete the forms provided at the booth. To facilitate entrance into the EPA building, it is recommended that applicants confirm participation by emailing Earleen Johnson (Johnson.earleen@epa.gov) and Constance Gillam (gillam.constance@epa.gov) and bringing a picture identification card.
The US EPA is an equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Documentation Required: If applying based on education, copies of college transcripts/course listings are required and must be submitted at the job fair. All veterans must submit a copy of their DD-214 to claim veteran’s preference. Veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 and its supporting documentation. Additional information on veterans’ preference is available in the Vet’s Guide that can be found at http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.htm.
For further information regarding this announcement or the Federal Career Intern Program, contact Kathy Anthony (HR Specialist) at Anthony.kathy@epa.gov.
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Care about making the world a better place?
Want to make sure there IS a world for future generations?
Enjoy organizing and working in a campaign-style environment?
Believe in environmental advocacy and service?
Want to be a part of history?
The 40th Anniversary of Earth Day is next year & we're creating a
campaign to use the power of Earth Day to engage citizens globally
toward environmental advocacy and service, with some celebration
thrown in at the end... the first Earth Day in 1970 is widely seen as
the kick off to the modern environmental movement in the US & now more
than a billion people globally participate. In fact, it's the most
widely observed secular holiday in the world. Using this signficant
milestone, we believe there is an unprecedented opportunity to
organize the global population in an effort to stop global warming,
fight climate change and build a green future.
Earth Day Network (EDN) network reaches over 17,000 organizations in
174 countries, while the domestic program engages 5,000 groups and
over 25,000 educators coordinating millions of community development
and environmental protection activities throughout the year. Our
mission is to grow and diversify the environmental movement worldwide,
and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle for promoting a
healthy, sustainable planet. We pursue our mission through education,
politics, events, and consumer activism.
We could use the help of some hard-working, creative, energetic,
enthusiastic, world-changing individuals to join us in the 40th
anniversary campaign!
The current openings:
- Constituency and Community Outreach Manager
- International Outreach Manager
- Online Advocacy and Marketing Manager
- Campaign Assistant
If you are looking, or know someone who is, please scroll down & read
the job descriptions. This will be a fun, challenging and incredibly
important effort! If you have questions, or need further information,
please don't hesitate to contact me.
Jeani Murray
Global Director, Earth Day 40
202/518-0044 ext. 40
murray@earthday.net
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Position: Constituent and Community Outreach Manager for Earth Day 2010
Position Summary:
The Constituent and Community Outreach Manager conducts and
coordinates the domestic outreach and partnership development at Earth
Day Network. The manager will liaison with Earth Day 2010 staff to
support Earth Day Network’s (EDN) Earth Day 2010 initiatives. A direct
focus will be put on domestic outreach. The manager is responsible for
the facilitation of special projects related to Earth Day 2010 and
will play a major roll in the planning, design, and implementation of
all efforts to enhance and continue to develop the EDN partnership
network.
Duties:
- Build and manages relationships with key stakeholders related to EDN
2010 development, including domestic organizations, educational
institutions, private and non-profit organizations, employer trade
associations, economic development organizations, local and state
governments, and other appropriate organizations/individuals
- Conduct outreach to elected officials (in DC and across the country)
to encourage their participation in EDN projects and their support for
EDN initiatives
- Liaise with domestic organizations to identify local interests,
needs and new opportunities for public engagement and to develop joint
programs with EDN
- Coordinating EDN’s participation in green celebrations and other
public events
- Encourage coordination and networking amongst domestic development
groups with government and non government organizations
- Market research of potential domestic partners for EDN
- Create, expand, and maintain a national database of partnerships
- Identify new partnership opportunities to enhance EDN's 40th global
celebration
- Communicate effectively with other organizations and individuals to
answer questions, disseminate or explain information
- Liaise with Earth Day 2010 staff and campaign to further goals of
organization specific to the promotion of our signature Earth Day
events
- Regularly report on progress of the campaign and ensure that goals
and objectives are met
- Develop clear and concise communication material for outreach
purposes
- Use social networking tools, website updates/improvements, marketing
materials, and beyond to generate virtual working relationships with
individuals and organizations across the country.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s is preferred
- Experience and proven track record of success in organizing
communities and individuals around an issue and constituent outreach
- Strength in multi-tasking, goal-setting and workload prioritization
- Working on public relations projects designed to mobilize national
support
- A strong interest in and knowledge of current environmental issues
or other related issue advocacy topics
- Strong demonstrated communication and public speaking skills
- Proven track record of being detail oriented, with good
organizational skills and follow-through
- Superior verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills and ease in working
cooperatively with diverse individuals, youth and adults, while
maintaining a high level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
- Demonstrated capacity for independent management of multiple
projects
- Enthusiastic collaboration with other staff and organizations
- Flexible schedule and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in coordinating media relations
- Other duties are assigned by the Global Director for Earth Day 2010
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years of professional experience focused on
coalition building, grassroots or field campaign organizing,
environmental issue advocacy, and public speaking
- Experience planning and evaluating programs
- Comfortable handling multiple tasks
- Experience or ability to speak other languages desirable
- Team player with outstanding interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated individual of demonstrated highest integrity with a
positive attitude
- Ability to work under pressure
- Broad vision for future possibilities
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample
(minimum three pages) to:
Earth Day Network
Attn: Deputy Director of Earth Day 2010
1616 P Street, NW, Suite 340
Washington, DC 20036
Or apply by email to: byer@earthday.net
Earth Day Network provides employees with a competitive benefits
package that includes health and dental insurance, vacation and sick
leave, and a retirement plan. Earth Day Network is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Position: International Outreach Manager for Earth Day 2010
Position Summary:
The International Outreach Manager for Earth Day 2010 will liaison
with the Earth Day 2010 staff in supporting Earth Day Network’s (EDN)
Earth Day 2010 initiatives, with a direct focus on international
community outreach. The International Outreach Manager will be
responsible for the facilitation of special projects related to Earth
Day 2010 and the planning, design, and implementation of all efforts
to enhance and continue to develop the EDN global partnership network.
The International Outreach Manager will be responsible for the growth
of our global network of partnerships and organizations. This person
must ensure the accomplishment of EDN 2010 goals and objectives in a
timely manner.
We seek an energetic and dynamic professional to coordinate and
support such initiatives for Earth Day 2010.
Duties:
- Outreach to an extensive existing network of international
non-profit leaders, public officials, and corporations to promote
EDN’s initiatives and meet goals for EDN’s 40th Anniversary campaign
- Inform and recruit new international partners and coalitions to
support EDN’s upcoming 40th Anniversary initiatives with a particular
focus on the Billion Acts of Green project
- Market research of potential international partners for EDN
- Build partnerships with non-government organizations to create
international coalitions, including developing proposals based on
EDN’s policies and interests
- Create, expand, and maintain a global database of partnerships
- Develop coordination plans for international partners
- Liaise with Earth Day 2010 staff to further goals of organization
specific to the promotion of our signature Earth Day events
- Regularly report on progress of the campaign and ensure that goals
and objectives are met
- Work with the Earth Day 2010 staff to make Earth Day 2010 materials
culturally relevant for international audiences
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience and proven track record of success in organizing
individuals and corporations, international outreach and proven
results in major partnership development
- Strength in multi-tasking, goal-setting and workload prioritization
- Working on projects designed to mobilize international support
and/or strong international work experience
- A strong interest in and knowledge of current environmental issues
or other related issue advocacy
- Strong demonstrated communication and public speaking skills
- Proven track record of being detail oriented, with good
organizational skills and follow-through
- Superior verbal and written communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills and ease in working
cooperatively with diverse individuals, youth and adults, while
maintaining a high level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
- Demonstrated capacity for independent management of multiple
projects
- Enthusiastic collaboration with other staff and organizations
- Flexible schedule and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in coordinating media relations
- Other duties are assigned by Global Director of Earth Day 2010
Requirements:
- 3 - 5 years of professional experience focused on coalition
building, and/or program implementation
- Experience planning and evaluating programs
- Comfortable handling multiple tasks
- Experience or ability to speak other languages desirable
- Team player with outstanding interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with good leadership skills and the ability to work
under pressure
- Broad vision for future possibilities
International Earth Day 2010 Manager position has an available
contract period through May 31st, 2010 with potential for extension
upon review.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample
(minimum three pages) to:
Earth Day Network
Attn: Deputy Director of Earth Day 2010
1616 P Street, NW, Suite 340
Washington, DC 20036
Or apply by email to: byer@earthday.net
Earth Day Network provides employees with a competitive benefits
package that includes health and dental insurance, vacation and sick
leave, and a retirement plan. Earth Day Network is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Position: Earth Day 2010 Campaign Assistant
Position Summary:
The Earth Day 2010 Campaign Assistant will handle a range of campaign
and administrative duties to advance the mission of Earth Day
Network’s Earth Day 2010. There will be a particular emphasis on
research and task execution as directed by the Global Director of
Earth Day 2010.
Duties:
- Assist the Global Director of Earth Day 2010 in the performance of
her duties, in particular domestic and international outreach
- Coordinate the day to day work of a campaign team in executing
elements of campaign plans and carry out the tasks necessary to meet
campaign objectives
- Tracks timelines, and reports on progress to Global Director and
Deputy Director of Earth Day 2010
- Prepare and/or administer written correspondence
- Manages a varied and high volume workload
- Support coordination of day-to-day logistics for the Earth Day 40
team, including operations, meetings, and conference.
- Responsible for scheduling, organizing and coordinating meetings,
including travel, transportation and hotel arrangements, coordination,
preparation and distribution of materials, agendas, notes, handouts,
etc.
- Coordinate other tasks and fulfill other duties as assigned by the
Global Director and Global Deputy Director.
Qualifications:
- A strong interest in and knowledge of public advocacy and the
environmental sector
- Technologically experienced with strong computer skills with word
processing and solid Internet research skills
- Experience in fast-paced work environment
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple
tasks and adhere to deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to work long hours
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1-3 years of previous experience in a campaign or office setting
required
- Must be well organized, highly accurate and detailed oriented
The Campaign Assistant position has an available contract period
through May 31st, 2010 with potential for extension upon review.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample
(minimum two pages) to:
Earth Day Network
Attn: Deputy Director of Earth Day 2010
1616 P Street, NW, Suite 340
Washington, DC 20036
Or apply by email to: byer@earthday.net
Earth Day Network provides employees with a competitive benefits
package that includes health and dental insurance, vacation and sick
leave, and a retirement plan. Earth Day Network is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Online Advocacy and Marketing Manager
Position Summary (NOTE: this will be a crucial team member helping
with the development & launch of a new microsite related to Earth
Day’s 40th Anniversaray):
Tasks:
• Develop, direct and execute an online strategy with the Earth Day 40
staff for the Earth Day 40th Anniversary campaign
• Project manage community building, content creation, content
management, and reporting components surrounding the campaign
• Develop and create strategies to ensure the growth of an online
network for activism and fundraising.
• Ensure that ideas are disseminated throughout the network across
multiple languages
• Design and develop web pages and material and make frequent updates
to online social network and multiple web sites
• Develop and carry out action alerts and tracking
• Work with IT director to assist with content management, translation
and site development
• Maintain a global database of partnerships within the global online
platform
Qualifications:
• Proven experience in developing the vision, business model and
strategic plan for online communities
• Social media expert with continuing studies in latest online trends
and tools
• Experience in building niche online communities or evidence of
innovative web/network design
• Ability to convene and engage purposeful communities through both
online and face-to-face interaction
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field
• Extensive work experience in social networking; political or issue
campaign experience a plus
• Excellent writing and language skills in English. Spanish, Mandarin
Chinese, or French fluency a plus
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample
(minimum two pages) to:
Earth Day Network
Attn: Deputy Director of Earth Day 2010
1616 P Street, NW, Suite 340
Washington, DC 20036
Or apply by email to: byer@earthday.net
Earth Day Network provides employees with a competitive benefits
package that includes health and dental insurance, vacation and sick
leave, and a retirement plan. Earth Day Network is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Contact Information:
Jeani Murray
Global Director, Earth Day 40
202/518-0044 ext. 40
murray@earthday.net
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Intern
National Space Biomedical Research Institute
Summer Internship Program
Background – NSBRI
The National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI), funded by NASA, leads a science and technology program to develop countermeasures, or solutions, to the health-related problems and physical and psychological challenges men and women face on long-duration spaceflights. The research results and medical technologies developed have impact for similar conditions experienced on Earth, such as osteoporosis, muscle wasting, shift-related sleep disturbances, balance disorders, and cardiovascular and immune system problems. To prepare the next generation of space life scientists, NSBRI offers a robust education and outreach program encompassing a variety of activities from curriculum and teacher professional development to summer internships, undergraduate and graduate education, and postdoctoral fellowships.
Summer Internship Program at NASA Johnson Space Center and NASA Glenn Research Center
NSBRI’s summer program provides the opportunity for undergraduate, graduate or medical students from across the country to join ongoing project activities and gain hands-on experience in space biomedical research at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston and NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. Since 1998, 117 students representing over 70 colleges and universities have participated in the 10-15 week program. The program pays interns an hourly wage but does not cover housing or travel.
Eligibility
Applicants must have completed their second year of undergraduate studies by the start of the summer internship program. The program is open to U.S. citizens.
How to Apply
To be considered for the program, applicants fill out an online application and upload a CV or resume and a letter of interest, which includes dates during the summer that they would be available. Two letters of recommendation, either professional or academic, are also required. For additional information on the Internship Program, visit http://www.nsbri.org/Education/SummerInternship.html
Deadline
The deadline to apply for the 2010 program is January 31, 2010. Applications must be completed at the deadline to be considered for review. Faxed or emailed letters of recommendation will not be considered. Applications are reviewed in March, and applicants are informed of the status of their applications as soon as possible.
Contact Information:
Questions? Please contact Kristen Boucher, program coordinator, at 713-798-7896 or klbouche@bcm.edu.
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Organizaing Fellow
1718 21st St. NW
Washington D.C. 20009
The DC Project is a local community partnership committed to reducing residential energy use and impact on global warming while creating green jobs. We utilize grassroots organizing strategies successfully developed during the 2008 presidential campaign to help communities to weatherize their homes together. Home weatherization is the simplest, most affordable way for individuals and communities to go green. Our pioneering program will create the green jobs needed to stimulate our economy, reduce carbon emissions, and provide employment for those in need.
Job Title:Organizing Fellow
Qualifications: Organizing Fellows must be committed to the cause of helping local communities go green by maximizing home weatherizations. Applicants should be self-directed, task-oriented, creative, flexible, driven, and responsible in delivering on weekly goals and targets. Additionally, due to the high volume of networking and outreach required, fellows should be assertive and effective communicators.
Job Description: Organizing Fellows will work closely with DC Project leadership to organize campus teams and become community leaders focused on weatherizing residential communities in Northwest D.C. Specifically, interns will utilize cutting-edge organizing techniques developed on the 2008 Presidential campaign, organize campus events, run door-to-door weatherization canvasses, manage targeted data, and master new media outreach. Interns will have access to data reports documenting their individual and team field data — in addition to video footage documenting canvassing and house meetings—compiled during the weatherization campaign.
Contact Information:
How to Apply: Resume w/ Cover Letter
Preferred Degree Level: Either Undergraduate or Graduate
Wage/Salary: Unpaid
Hours per week/Duration:: 20 hours per week; 16 weeks
Number of Openings: 4-5
Start date: 9/14/2009 (apply immediately)
Contact/Supervisor Name: Mr. Chris Beetley-Hagler
Title: Field Organizer
Location: 1718 21st St. NW; Washington DC 20009 (near Dupont Circle Metro; Red Line)
Phone: (530) 574-2388
E-mail: chris.hagler@thedcproject.org
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Josephine De Karman Fellowship Trust
The Josephine De Kármán Fellowship Trust was established in 1954 by the late Dr. Theodore von Kármán, world renowned aeronautics expert and teacher and first director of the Guggenheim Aeronautical Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology, in memory of his sister, Josephine, who passed away in 1951. The purpose of this Fellowship program is to recognize and assist students whose scholastic achievements reflect Professor von Kármán's high standards. 2010-2011 FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES AND QUALIFICATIONS For more information, please use the following link: http://www.dekarman.org/ Contact Information:
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Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer, GS-0830-12
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
EMPLOYER: Architect of the Capitol
LOCATION: Washington, Dist of Columbia SALARY RANGE: $73,100.00-$113,007.00 CLOSE DATE: 9-25-2009 ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: PPM-2009-212 OPENING DATE: 9-4-2009 PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13 AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Anyone may apply WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time TIME LIMIT: Permanent - No time limit CONTACT NAME: John Coghlan CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 2022268234 CONTACT EMAIL: jcoghlan@aoc.gov NOTES:
LOCATION: Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Planning and Project Management, Design Services Division, Fire Protection and Mechanical Engineering Branch. THIS POSITION IS BEING FILLED THROUGH AN ON-LINE APPLICATION SYSTEM.
DUTIES:(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
The incumbent is responsible for projects involving the planning, design, installation, replacement, modernization, inspection and/or testing of mechanical and plumbing systems; energy and water conservation efforts, including the Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC), energy audits and studies; implementation of the Capitol Hill Building Automation System (BAS); and developing designs to improve the performance and sustainability of the buildings under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) as well as issues of indoor air quality (IAQ). Develops and designs technology, equipment, components, or systems for a broad range of inter-disciplinary activities and/or specialized functions that cut across conventional lines of engineering, such as civil, mechanical, electrical, electronics engineering, or project management.
Provides advice and guidance when technical interpretation, opinion, or decisions are solicited. Consultations involve assessment of engineering design, modification, evaluations, specifications, construction or production, maintenance, improvements, repair, logistics support, operational capabilities and limitations, systems safety, or personnel training.
Provides technical guidance to contractor counterparts on documentation requirements, including problem reports and troubleshooting plans. Assures contractor performs in accordance with established procedures and that product conforms to established specifications and requirements.
Plans, directs, and controls a designated development project and allocates agency resources to accomplish the project within a specific time frame. Exercises centralized authority and control over the management of resources such as funds, contracts, priorities, schedules, personnel, and facilities.
Prepares a variety of reports, opinions, transmittals, position papers, and other written documentation that support research findings and recommendations in the mechanical engineering and regulatory areas, for audiences including the regulated industry, Congress, Department officials, and others.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:(The KSAs below may not apply at all grades)
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Professional engineering knowledge and experience related to sustainability, energy and water conservation measures.
Knowledge of mechanical engineering, regulatory applications and the ability to perform contractor oversight for mechanical engineering functions.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12: BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Applicants must show successful completion of a professional engineering curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in engineering in an accredited college or university. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and advanced courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR B. A combination of education and experience - college-level education, training and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good theoretical and practical understanding of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1. Professional Registration: current registration as a professional engineer by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. Absent other means of qualifying under this standard, those applicants who achieved such registration by means other than written test (e.g., State grandfather or eminence provisions), are eligible only for positions that are within or closely related to the specialty field of their registration. 2. Written Test: evidence of having successfully passed the Engineer- in-Training (EIT) examination, or the written test required for professional registration, which is administered by the Boards of Engineering Examiners in the various States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. 3. Specified Academic Courses: successful completion in an accredited college or university of at least 60 semester/90 quarter hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and in engineering. These must have included the courses specified in the basic requirement. 4. Related Curriculum: successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field, e.g., physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering, provided the candidate has at least one (1) year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. (The above examples of related curricula are not all-inclusive.) ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-RESEARCH POSITIONS In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-11. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. . Grade 13: BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Applicants must show successful completion of a professional engineering curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in engineering in an accredited college or university. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and advanced courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR B. A combination of education and experience - college-level education, training and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good theoretical and practical understanding of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1. Professional Registration: current registration as a professional engineer by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. Absent other means of qualifying under this standard, those applicants who achieved such registration by means other than written test (e.g., State grandfather or eminence provisions), are eligible only for positions that are within or closely related to the specialty field of their registration. 2. Written Test: evidence of having successfully passed the Engineer- in-Training (EIT) examination, or the written test required for professional registration, which is administered by the Boards of Engineering Examiners in the various States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. 3. Specified Academic Courses: successful completion in an accredited college or university of at least 60 semester/90 quarter hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and in engineering. These must have included the courses specified in the basic requirement. 4. Related Curriculum: successful completion of a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree in engineering technology or in an appropriate professional field, e.g., physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology may be accepted in lieu of a degree in engineering, provided the candidate has at least one (1) year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. (The above examples of related curricula are not all-inclusive.) ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirements, applicants must have had one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-12. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
Applications submitted by any form of mail delivery will not be accepted.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
The Office of the Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Office prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or disability.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Moving expenses are not authorized.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
Selected applicant(s) may be eligible to earn a higher annual leave accrual rate credit towards annual leave accrual based on prior non-Federal or uniformed service work experience. The amount of service credit will be based on specialized experience or qualifying experience that is provided on the applicant profile submitted. As such, if you are a new employee to the Federal Government or a rehire, it is important that you provide a work history that lists all directly related positions held, and it must include the dates of employment (month/day/year).
The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol.
This is a temporary, time-limited appointment. However, an extension of the appointment may be possible without further competition.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or must be authorized to work in the United States.
Selectee(s) is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency. Contact Information:
The following job is on the Architect of the Capitol website. If you are interested in applying please login to the Architect of the Capitol jobs site at: http://www.avuedigitalservices.com/aoc/applicant.html
Once you have logged in, please enter the code OOFQH into the "Reference Code" field in the top right on the screen.
To apply, go to http://www.avuedigitalservices.com/aoc/applicant.html (Be sure URL is typed in all lower case).
ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIRED FORMS MUST BE ATTACHED AS TEXT OR IMAGE FILES TO YOUR AVUE JOB APPLICATION; FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL, OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact the employing office for alternate application procedures. Please call 202-226-7000.
ANNOUNCEMENT CLOSES AT 11:59 PM ON THE CLOSING DATE.
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Tutor
Call for Tutors: Girls Inc. Power Hour!
Are You…
· A person who loves working with youth?
· Someone who values a diverse educational experience?
· Committed to having youth achieve academically at the highest level?
· Interested in music, art, sports, writing, science, math, film, photography, crafts, and more?
Girls Inc. Power Hours
· Are dynamic, diverse, and fun!
· Provide Homework Help, Academics, Arts, and Recreation
· Enrich girls’ sense of community, self-worth, and wellness
Join the effort!
Position: Power Hour Tutors
Power Hour is the after-school homework and academic assistance portion of our after-school initiatives. Girls Inc. is looking for after-school tutors to assist with academic enrichment for girls ages 11-14 at the Ft. Davis Recreation Center, 1400 41st St. SE.
Hours: Power Hour runs Monday-Thursday from 3:30-5pm.
Salary: This is a volunteer opportunity with the possibility of a facilitation position in the future.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
· Helping girls complete their homework, paying attention to individual subjects (math, reading, science, etc.)
· Help track student progress over the course of the school year.
· Prepare academic activities/lessons that engage the girls beyond homework.
· Assist facilitators with attendance and classroom management.
Qualifications:
· Must have knowledge of elementary, middle school and high school subject matter, teaching experience a plus.
· Must be organized and able to give instructions.
· Must be 18 years or older.
· Must be reliable and responsible.
· Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing situations.
Contact Information:
TO APPLY:
Please write "Power Hour Tutor" in subject of e-mail and send resume to Maryan Mohamed at maryan@girlsincdc.org.
Undergraduate and Graduate students are encouraged to apply!
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