Summary This National Guard position is for a VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1590000 and is part of the FL JFHQ, National Guard. Responsibilities As a VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-1084-11, you will plan and administer the state's VI program. Oversees the development of immediate and long-term plans. Develops policies, directives, and standard operating procedures (SOP). Manages the state's VI architecture, ensuring all changes are properly documented. Maintains close liaison with Department of Army, Department of Air Force, National Guard Bureau (NGB), federal and state agencies, business leaders, joint staff and operational personnel to ensure efficient VI operations. Forecasts and executes the state's VI budget, to include procurement of equipment and supplies. Coordinate all activities related to the full range of VI products and services for the state such as still photography (photo-chemical and digital video), manual and computer-generated graphics, presentation services (conference rooms and classrooms), VI equipment and product loan, video (acquisition, production, post-production and duplication), audio (production and duplication), video teleconferencing, closed circuit television, and master antenna and cable television. Coordinates with various outside agencies/contractors on projects that may involve research, procurement and installation of contract services. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open to Category 1: All permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the agency Category 3: All current military members of the Florida National Guard; and Category 4: All individuals who qualify for membership in the Florida National Guard and are willing to become T32 Dual Status technicians. PCS: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, Recruitment or Relocation Incentive MAY be authorized. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses, Recruitment or Relocation Incentive will be granted ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. FLNG BUS Code 8888: This position is "excluded" and ineligible for labor organization representation. MILITARY GRADES: Officer/Warrant Officer/Enlisted: E6 thru O3 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience, education or training in a variety of principles of visual design. Knowledge of various visual and communication information; experience using computer graphics software packages to produce printed material, establish formats, and ready-made images using artistic judgment; experience operating and maintaining various types of visual equipment such as motion picture equipment, slide and still embossing equipment; experience to determine the best method and media to accomplish a design and to develop and produce a variety of requested visual products; experience planning and managing the preparation and use of photographs, illustrations, drawings and various kinds of visual material for use in communicating information through visual means; experience with various methods of visual display and the ability to present information in a visual form that will convey the intended message to, or have the desired effect on, the intended audience; experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-11 Must have at least 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-09; experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of visual information and other means of communicating through information management; experience which provided a broad knowledge of principles and techniques associated with complex visual design, specialized fields of illustrating, photography and exhibits; experience forecasting appropriate visual media for projects being represented to the public; experience consulting with officials to determine concepts, visual direction, and transmission of information conveying organization's message. Education In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if relatedMajor study -- commercial art, fine arts, art history, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, photography, visual communication, or other fields related to the position. Some positions may also require subject-matter knowledge of medicine, science, or technical equipment. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). 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