GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SPECIALIST
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. GS-07:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and methodology used in:
Government Information Specialist. Also skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in the areas of Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program administration. OR EDUCATION:
One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position or Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE:
Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. GS-09:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policies governing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and Privacy Act (PA). The position implements information management guidance on behalf of the Wing Commander and tenant units assigned to an installation. Practical knowledge and analysis is utilized in establishing local processes and procedures to ensure the stakeholders understand how information is disseminated based upon legal opinions for release or denial of public requests. The position develops reports and briefings to adequately explain program objectives, exemptions, and restrictions as required. OR EDUCATION:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE:
Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
GS7:
1. Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of Government Information Specialist. 2. Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in the areas of Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program administration. 3. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5. Ability to plan and organize work, and consult effectively with co-workers. GS9:
1. Knowledge of applicable legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policy as it relates to the, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act(PA). 2. Knowledge of the FOIA and PA legal exemptions process, procedures, and guidelines for federal agencies. 3. Knowledge of automated programs sufficient to enter and retrieve data, construct and maintain statistical and data e-files. 4. Skill in providing technical advice in terms of oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership and unit technicians. 5. Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information, in order to draw conclusions and make recommendations. 6. Ability to develop and deliver training in installation standard operating procedures. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and methodology used in:
Government Information Specialist. Also skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in the areas of Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program administration. OR EDUCATION:
One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position or Superior Academic Achievement. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE:
Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. GS-09:
SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policies governing the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and Privacy Act (PA). The position implements information management guidance on behalf of the Wing Commander and tenant units assigned to an installation. Practical knowledge and analysis is utilized in establishing local processes and procedures to ensure the stakeholders understand how information is disseminated based upon legal opinions for release or denial of public requests. The position develops reports and briefings to adequately explain program objectives, exemptions, and restrictions as required. OR EDUCATION:
Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE:
Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
GS7:
1. Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of Government Information Specialist. 2. Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in the areas of Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) program administration. 3. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5. Ability to plan and organize work, and consult effectively with co-workers. GS9:
1. Knowledge of applicable legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policy as it relates to the, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act(PA). 2. Knowledge of the FOIA and PA legal exemptions process, procedures, and guidelines for federal agencies. 3. Knowledge of automated programs sufficient to enter and retrieve data, construct and maintain statistical and data e-files. 4. Skill in providing technical advice in terms of oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership and unit technicians. 5. Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information, in order to draw conclusions and make recommendations. 6. Ability to develop and deliver training in installation standard operating procedures. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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0306 Government Information Specialist - Salary Range:
$43,251 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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