[IGSMAIL-1911] USNO position announcement
USNO
Jim
Wed Jun 3 05:57:52 PDT 1998
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IGS Electronic Mail Wed Jun 3 5:57:52 PDT 1998 Message Number 1911
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Author: Jim Ray (USNO)
Subject: USNO position announcement
[http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/wfjic/jobs/BC6667.HTM]
USAJOBS FEDERAL OPEN COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENTS
-------------------------------------------------------------CONTROL NO BC6667
ASTRONOMER
OPEN PERIOD 05/27/1998 - 06/17/1998
SERIES/GRADE: GS-1330-12/12
SALARY: $ 47066 TO $ 61190, ANNUAL PROMOTION POTENTIAL: GS-12
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 1005-56CE
DUTY LOCATIONS: WASHINGTON, DC
REMARKS: RELOCATION/PCS EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM QUALIFIED ELIGIBLES
THIS POSITION REQUIRES SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE
CONTACT: JOB INFORMATION CENTER
(202) 433-4930
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE - W
WASHINGTON NAVY YARD
901 M ST SE, BLDG 200
WASHINGTON, DC 20374 5050
Full vacancy announcement follows. Please be sure to review for complete
qualification and "How to Apply" information.
Human Resources Office - Washington
Announcement No: 1005-56CE
Opening Date: 5-27-98
Closing Date: 6-17-98
Supervisory/Managerial
Probationary Period Req: No
Position: ASTRONOMER
Series/Grade: GS-1330-12
Salary Range: 47066 - 61190
Organization Location: U.S. NAVAL OBSERVATORY, WASHINGTON, DC
Area of Consideration: ALL SOURCES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Earth Orientation and Satellite Geodesy -
Analyze the Earth's changing orientation in space and examine the
relative accuracy and usefulness of a variety of astronomical
techniques which provide Earth orientation information. Research
involves the study of modern data on the Earth's rotation, obtained
primarily from very-long baseline radio interferometry (VLBI), and
Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites. Systems Analysis,
Program Design, and Project Supervision - Evaluate data processing
requirements as they are modified by new types and sources of Earth
orientation data becoming available, and by changes in formats and/or
communication systems for currently monitored data. Develop communications
software, error-checking routines, database design, and reporting
techniques. Responsible for design, coding, testing, and implementation
of the required computer programs, and for the evaluation and updating
of existing programs. Prepare project proposals to serve as basis for
other agency funding of research projects.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Qualification requirements are described
below and may also include substitution of education for experience or
selective placement factors applicable to this position. One year of
specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-11) is required.
Specialized experience is that experience which has equipped the
applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully
perform the duties of the position being filled. In addition, a
Bachelors Degree (or higher) from an accredited institution in one or
a combination of: astronomy, physics, mathematics, space science, or
electronics is required. The course work must have included differential
and intergral calculus and 12 semester hours in astronomy and/or physics.
A PhD. or equivalent doctoral degree can be substituted for
specialized experience. Alternative requirements are defined in the
Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards Handbook.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to perform independant research.
2. Knowledge of satellite geodesy and GPS data analysis.
3. Knowledge of the VLBI geodetic technique and its use
for measuring variations in Earth orientation.
4. Knowledge or and ability to use computers.
To be considered, applications must be postmarked or arrive in
HRO-W or one of its on-site information centers on or before the
closing date of the announcement.
Send to:
Human Resources Office - Washington
Attn: (Announcement No.)
901 M. Street S.E., Bldg 200
Washington D.C. 20374-5050
Submit the following documents:
1) A current application for Federal employment (SF-171), Optional
Form 612 (OF-612) or resume.
2) A copy of your DD-214 ("Certificate of Release or Discharge from
Active Duty").
THE DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
[Mailed From: Jim Ray (USNO 202-762-1444) <jimr at Maia.usno.navy.mil>]
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