Duties

Summary

This position is located at the Pentagon, in Arlington Virginia just outside Washington D.C.

May be required to work weekends and holidays, regular shift is M-F; core hours 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing an understanding of newsmakers and events; able to provide perspective for the readership; able to develop sources and contacts within the civilian and military coverage area.
• Working with social media; writing on daily print deadlines; filing stories for the web and able to shoot photos/videos to engage readers across multiple platforms; generating enterprise stories is also a key facet of the job.
• Report on breaking news on top-level decisions and legislation that shape the military actions around the world, in depth research for stories that shape the private lives of service members and their families.
• Work independently and as part of a team. Possess strong organization and communication skills, work quickly and accurately on deadline and successfully work multiple assignments.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel up to 20% for this position.

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
None

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position, to include a NACI Tier 1 investigation.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Completed and signed DA Form 3433 is required prior to entrance on duty.
• Travel is 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 VISAs 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.

Position Description WRITER (REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER)

Education

See Qualifications above.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the United States.
  . (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 11:00 am Eastern Standard Time by 06/22/2021 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, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

• 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.

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Other:

• 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

• NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Not Required

Drug test required
No

Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Cover Letter
• News Clips
• Resume

Optional: Job Application (DA Form 3433) will be accepted in place of a Resume.

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• DA Form 3433
• BBA Supporting documentation
• News Clips
• Other
• PCS Orders
• Reasonable Accommodation Documentation
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action