Electronics Technician

About the role

This position is located at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM). Incumbent serves as an Electronics Technician in the Office of Cuba Broadcasting, Radio Technical Branch. Under the general supervision and guidance of the Telecommunication Manager, this position is responsible for providing all aspects regarding the Radio and TV transmission operations in the Florida Keys.

What you will do

• As an Electronics Technician you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to: 1.
• Performs a full range of functions in the overall installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and quality assurance of data and voice communications services.
• Performs technical assignments in design, development and modification of existing and planned communication systems.
• Applies thorough practical knowledge of principles, methods, standards and techniques involved in the specialized field.
• Is responsible for detailed and complex assignments in the areas of digital satellite, frequency division multiplex equipment, time division multiplex equipment, wideband digital circuit transmission methods, technical control facility equipment and signal and power systems and grounding techniques.
• Applies installation techniques in the above areas we well as in hands-on troubleshooting and restorable techniques using appropriate test, measurement and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzer bit error rate testers, protocol analyzers, etc. Conducts technical review, analysis, and evaluation of equipment and system problems or proposals in specialized area.
• Determines optimum solutions in terms of costs and operating performance.
• Compiles data and prepares technical reports in conformance with required formats.
• Provides operational and technical expertise to site personnel pertaining to problem resolution.
• Reviews plans and projects for new installations and upgrades or improvements and interprets intricate installation specifications as well as new or revised procedures and policies for adequacy and compliance with regulations in order to satisfy technical and operational requirements.
• Clarifies policies and procedures and provides hands-on training.
• Serves as Property Control Officer to maintain the PIPS property accountability database and provide accountable officers with barcodes and guidance on procurement, maintenance and disposal of equipment and property.
• Prepares procurement documentation such as request for requisitions, market research, Statements of Work, etc. in support of the operations.
• Reviews invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy of billing for services rendered and resolves discrepancies concerning those services.

Education

Education is not required for this grade level. It cannot be used for qualification purposes.

How you will be evaluated

Once your application package has been received, a review of your qualifications will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements and competencies required for this position. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) may be used in reviewing qualifications for this vacancy announcement.

Competencies: Financial Management Technical Competence Technical Credibility Technical Problem Solving Possession of competencies must be addressed in a resume and/or cover letter. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire.

The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your qualifications. Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect your rating. You will be placed in one of three rating categories: Qualified Category-Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position, a numeric rating below 79. Well Qualified Category-Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, a numeric rating of 80-89.

Best Qualified Category-Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, a numeric rating of 90 and above. Application of Veterans' Preference: Category Rating does not add veterans' preference points, but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.

Preference eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more will be placed at the top of the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher).

Preference eligibles who do not have a service-connected disability of 10 percent or more will be assigned to the appropriate quality category based upon the job-related assessment and will be listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within the appropriate quality category.

Fair Chance Act: Under the Fair Chance Act, agencies are not allowed to request information about an applicant's criminal history until a conditional offer of employment has been made, except as allowed for access to classified information; assignment to national security duties or positions; or recruitment of a Federal law enforcement officer.

An applicant may submit a complaint or any other information related to an organization's alleged noncompliance with the Fair Chance Act. The complaint must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged noncompliance.

To make a Fair Chance Act inquiry or complaint, send an email with the appropriate information to ***, subject line: Fair Chance Act.

Documents you must provide

• The following documents are required by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date for your application package to be complete.
• Encrypted or ineligible documents may result in loss of consideration.
• Resume (2 page only): Include contact information, education, and detailed work experience (including work schedules, employment dates, and position titles).
• Veteran Preference: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility, you must submit the member 4 copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility stating character of service.
• If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit a VA letter and an Application of 10-Point Veterans' Preference (SF-15).
• Applicants seeking widow or other special veterans' preference must submit a SF-15 form and all documents indicated for their specific form of preference.
• If you are still on active duty, you may submit a statement of service from your Personnel Command which states the date you entered active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.
• ICTAP: If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant, you may apply for selection priority.
• To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 80 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
• ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C.

What to expect next

Once the online questionnaire and application package is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.

Additional information

Status applicants who wish to be considered under merit promotion procedures, including those eligible to apply under Interchange Agreements with other Merit Systems and Veterans Employment Opportunity Act of 1998, should apply under announcement # ST-13048780-26-AG . This vacancy is advertised under Delegated Examining (DE) procedures and is open to all U.S. citizens.

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by closing date of the announcement to be considered.

1. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. For Military Selective Service Act requirement information, please visit Selective Service 2.

Your application to this vacancy announcement will only allow consideration for this announcement. We cannot electronically or manually move your application to corresponding announcements, if applicable. 3.

Additional vacancies not reflected in the announcement that occur after the opening date of the vacancy announcement for position(s) identical (same grade, series and title) to the original vacancy may be filled from the selection certificate during the validity of the certificate. 4. Budgetary conditions may delay or otherwise affect filling this vacancy.

However, all interested candidates should apply now.