Writer (Reporter/Photographer) NF-04
- Employer
- USAJobs
- Location
- District of Columbia, D.C
- Posted
- Jan 28, 2023
- Closes
- Feb 02, 2023
- Industry
- Government and Public Services, Federal
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Hours
- Full Time
Duties
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
At least one year demonstrated experience in reporting and writing for a newspaper, journal, wire service, magazine, or online
journalism. Previous work experience covering a variety of topics from hard news to features. Demonstrated strong English
language verbal and written skills. Ability to use computers with standard software package is required. Ability to take and
transmit publishable photographs with a digital camera.
OR
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in
Journalism or a related field.
CANDIDATES WILL BE RANKED AGAINST THE HIGHLY QUALIFIED CRITERIA. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INITIALLY REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST AN ADDITIONAL REFERRAL LIST.
HIGHLY QUALIFIED CRITERIA FOR THIS POSITION ARE: Those with one year of experience writing news stories about the U.S. military for commercial news organizations.
To be evaluated as a highly preferred candidate, your resume MUST clearly reflect ALL knowledge and experience listed under the highly qualified criteria above.
Management is requesting applicants upload cover stories showing experienced work and news clips at time of application.
To see full position description please click here WRITER (REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER)
Additional information
Area of Consideration:
Manual Applications:
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:
- Reports and writes stories that adhere to the highest principles of professional journalistic ethics. Provides fairness and balance in all articles and photographs.
- Aggressively responds to breaking spot news. Reports feature stories that provide diversity and broad audience appeal.
- Provides photographs to accompany stories and looks for opportunities to supply standalone feature or news photographs.
- Regularly produces profile stories and longer pieces on significant newsmakers and leaders within the coverage area.
- Develops an understanding of newsmakers and events and is able to provide perspective for the readership.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
- Temporary duty travel is may be required, to include travel to conflict/war zones and other hazardous areas. Valid motor vehicle operator's permit (US and/or local military-issued license in assigned area) required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport and applicable country VISA's is needed.
Qualifications
At least one year demonstrated experience in reporting and writing for a newspaper, journal, wire service, magazine, or online
journalism. Previous work experience covering a variety of topics from hard news to features. Demonstrated strong English
language verbal and written skills. Ability to use computers with standard software package is required. Ability to take and
transmit publishable photographs with a digital camera.
OR
Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in
Journalism or a related field.
CANDIDATES WILL BE RANKED AGAINST THE HIGHLY QUALIFIED CRITERIA. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INITIALLY REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST AN ADDITIONAL REFERRAL LIST.
HIGHLY QUALIFIED CRITERIA FOR THIS POSITION ARE: Those with one year of experience writing news stories about the U.S. military for commercial news organizations.
To be evaluated as a highly preferred candidate, your resume MUST clearly reflect ALL knowledge and experience listed under the highly qualified criteria above.
Management is requesting applicants upload cover stories showing experienced work and news clips at time of application.
To see full position description please click here WRITER (REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER)
Additional information
Area of Consideration:
- The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
- If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time by 02/01/2023 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
- Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized nor negotiable, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:
- It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).
- Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.