NGA has a targeted goal of hiring 400 professionals by December 2008. If you are interested in career opportunities within the Department of Defense, apply today for immediate consideration...

Caveat: U.S. Citizens Only and you must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Requisition Opening Date: September 8, 2008
Requisition Closing Date: October 17, 2008

POSITION TITLE & SERIES: HIRING EVENT, NI-02 thru NI-04

PAY BAND & SALARY RANGE:
Band 02 $43,557 - $72,407
Band 03 $58,206 - $95,350
Band 04 $82,961 - $133,978

DUTY STATIONS:
Washington, DC
Bethesda, MD
Fort Belvoir, VA
Reston, VA

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: External Applicants Only

***NOTE: ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO OUR WEBSITE AT http://www.NGA.MIL, CREATE AN ACCOUNT AND CLICK THE "HIRING EVENT" HYPER LINK. INDICATE "RecruitingBlogs" AT THE TOP OF YOUR RESUME.

ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION

Here at NGA, we are the leader in producing geospatial intelligence in support of national security and have a passion for safeguarding America's freedom. We strive to provide our employees with a stimulating environment that encourages diversity and offers challenging assignments for professional achievement and growth. We are currently growing our team of dedicated, intelligent, and talented individuals who will contribute to the ongoing achievements in their fields.

If you are interested in joining an agency dedicated to growth and development, and committed to collaboration and cutting edge science and technology, we want to hear from you.

A sample of some of our immediate needs, at all skill levels, are as follows:

Accounting/Finance
Administrative
Attorneys
Business, Cost Estimating Analysts
Contracts Specialist (DAWIA highly desirable)
Geospatial Intelligence Analysts
Imagery Intelligence Analysts
Interpreters
HR Generalists and Specialists
Marine Analysts
Nautical Cartographic Analysts
Project/Program Managers
Police Officers
Recruitment Consultants
Scientists
Staff Officers/Executive Officers
Source Strategists
Web Engineers

To be considered for onsite interviews at our Fall Hiring Event, please apply now. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly for interview scheduling.

BRAC INFORMATION:
As a result of the Department of Defense (DoD) Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) initiative, all major NGA facilities within the greater Washington, DC metro area will be consolidated to Springfield, VA in 2011. Note that you may be required to relocate in the future, based on mission need, nature of work performed by NGA, and the needs of NGA partners worldwide.

PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: Travel/Transportation expenses are not authorized.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages, 1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, 2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, 3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. Federal law requires that any former Federal employee who has retired under either the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) or the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) who is reemployed in the Department of Defense is entitled to full pay and full annuity. Such annuitants must, however, meet the employment criteria specified by DoD Policy Memorandum, Employment of Annuitants, March 18, 2004 (as amended). If you are receiving an annuity of any kind from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund, you may not be eligible for employment with NGA, unless the criteria apply in your case. The DoD policy and employment criteria may be found at http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdf

SPECIAL INFORMATION
- Direct Deposit Required
- Two Year Probationary Period
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Position Subject to Drug Testing
- Security Clearance Required
- Top Secret
- Sensitive Compartmented Information
- Polygraph Test Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. This process may take up to one year or more to be completed. In addition, you may be required to successfully complete a polygraph examination for the current position you applied for and/or for any future position(s).

BENEFITS INFO
Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. Here are some highlights. Look for additional information along with links to pages that spell out the details below.

You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB

Life insurance coverage is provided. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life

Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci

New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr

You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA

You will earn sick leave. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info:
www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI

In addition to federal benefits, NGA employees are also eligible for a suite of benefits offered only to the Intelligence Community (IC). The Compass Rose Benefits Group (CRBG) offers insurance products and services to all IC civilian employees. Compass Rose benefits include: Term Life Insurance, Group Accident Plan, Income Replacement, and Long Term Care Insurance. For more information on this highly-restricted opportunity, please visit the Compass Rose website: www.compassrosebenefits.com

Location(s): Bethesda, MD; Fort Belvoir, VA; Reston, VA; Washington, DC;
Please apply before: 10/17/2008