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We will be getting started at 12pm ET.Nice to have you with us!
Sonja MoffettCareer AdvisorMODERATOR
Laurie LewisBusiness Development PartnerCHATBOX MGR
Chatbox Interactions
• Federal Career-related questions only
• Please preface your questions in the chat with the agency initials in “CAPS –” or the name of the speaker in “CAPS -” that you want to have answer your question throughout the event. This will enable the appropriate agency to address your question directly. If you want to address all agencies with the same question, please preface your question with the word “ALL –” (NOTE: please do not put your entire question in CAPS to keep it clean and easy to read –thank you very much for helping us out with this everyone)
Examples of how to phrase your questions:• DOS – Thank you for broadening my job search, may I send my resume to you?
• FBI – I recently applied for a job, how will I know if I am being considered?
• TSA– would you be able to send that to me today?
• GSA – I did not know you had those positions available, how can I apply?
• ALL – Does your agency post on USAJOB.gov?
• Take advantage of the chat box for on-the-spot responses from these hiring authorities. Q&A at the end and career assistance beyond today’s presentation: cocecareer email in chatbox
State of the Job Search – A Panel Discussion with Federal Employers
AGENDA – PANEL 1
• PANEL INTRODUCTIONS
• BRIEF AGENCY PRESENTATIONS
• FBI/DEPT OF STATE/FEB Q & A • The Hiring Process• Job Types• Advice for candidates
• TSA • Mission and Background• Operations• Career Opportunities
• FEMA• Service • 3 Main Roles• Career Development Opportunities• Employment Opportunities• Resume Tips and Interviewing
• QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Adam GromTransportation Security Administration
Cherice AbelardFederal Bureau of Investigations
Katrice StubbsFederal Bureau of Investigations
Noel VelezFederal Bureau of Investigations
Kim AinsworthBoston Federal Executive Board
General Services Administration
General Services Administration
•Overview of the FEB•What types of occupations are available to new grads, experienced professionals, and military veterans.
•What makes a candidate stand out for you as an employer?
•What is the state of the job search at your agency?
The Hiring Process
•Describe the hiring process from application to hire.
•Tell us more about polygraphs and other required testing.
•What makes a candidate stand out for you as an employer?
Types of Jobs
•Overview of the types of jobs available to new grads, experienced professionals, and military veterans.
The Hiring Process
• Overview of the Department of State• What types of occupations are available to
new grads, experienced professionals, and military veterans. (Overseas) Consultate Program
• What makes a candidate stand out for you as an employer?
• What is the state of the job search at your agency?
STUDENT Q&A WITH THE FBI/GSA/DOSFBI/GSA/DOS
Advice for Non-Experienced Prospective Candidates
• How does one break in without experience?
• How does your agency define experience?
• Do you consider non-paid experience such as internships, volunteer work, etc.?
• Do you offer internships?
• What is the FBI Collegiate Hiring Initiative?
• Does the Dept of State offer internships?
• Does the GSA offer internships?
Advice for Experienced Prospective Candidates
• What advice do you have for career changers looking to get into your field with various experience and work histories?
• What is the best way for them to transition themselves from where they are to where they see themselves going?
• Does age play a factor in your hiring decision?
• Is there a possibility for an international student with a master’s degree earned in the US to join these organizations? If yes, what is the process?• If no, what recommendations do you have for this
individual? (i.e. are United Nations & Foreign embassies a more viable option for international students?
• Is there a future for a holder of MS Accounting in forensic in these organizations?
Advice for Experienced Prospective Candidates
Advice Prospective Candidates
•Will two DUI’s disqualify one from joining your federal agency?
•Will non violent misdemeanors disqualify one from joining your federal agency
• Is there an age or weight requirement tojoin any federal agency?
STUDENT Q&A WITH THE FBI/GSA/DOSCONTINUE IN CHATBOX
Transportation Security Administration“Careers at TSA”
TSA Mission and Background
• Mission Statement:
– Protect the Nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and
commerce.
• Agency Background:
– Created in the aftermath of 9/11 to oversee security for all transportation systems.
– Federalization of security operations was completed by the end of 2002.
– TSA became part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in March 2003, making up
a quarter of the DHS workforce.
– TSA’s scope includes commercial and general aviation; mass transit systems; freight and
passenger rail; highways, pipelines and ports.
– Transportation Security Officers interact with nearly two million travelers every day
approximately across the United States with a single goal in mind – ensuring the security of
the traveling public.
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TSA Operations
• TSA by the Numbers:
– Responsible for securing nearly 440 federalized airports throughout the US and its territories.
– Employs over 60,000 people.
• Over 48,000 Transportation Security Officers.
• More than 20 percent of the total workforce are veterans or still proudly serving.
– More than 360 maritime ports, over 3,700 marine terminals, 3,200 facilities and 11,000 U.S.
vessels approximately 12,000 miles of coastline.
– Nearly 4 million miles of roadways; more than 140,000 miles of railroad track; 25,000 miles of
commercial navigable waterways; approximately 2.7 million miles of pipeline.
• Collaboration:
– Conducts and oversees engagement/outreach with transportation industry partners (e.g.,
local airport authorities, airline industry, other government organizations, etc.).
• Works with FEMA to provide grant funding for surface modes based on risk, threat, and
consequence.
• TSA and CBP collaborate to protect the aviation system.
• TSA supports Secret Service by screening attendees at specials events.
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TSA Career Opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities:
Implements security-screening procedures that are central to TSA objectives and that will serve to protect the traveling public by preventing any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft.
Application Requirements:
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent; OR at least one year of full-time work experience in security work, aviation screener work, or x-ray technician work
• Must be 18 years of age to apply
• Proficiency in English
Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
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For more information on the TSO position, hiring process, and benefits, please visit the TSO Realistic Job Preview website at the following address:
https://hraccess.tsa.dhs.gov/hraccess/index.html
TSA careers span many different occupations and job descriptions, with responsibilities that include:
• Overseeing security programs and operations• Inspecting airport facilities• Establishing and managing administrative support systems and processes• Leading daily TSA security activities
MAP Career Title Examples:
• Attorney, Financial Specialist, Speech Writer, Administrative Professional, Program Analyst, Technology Specialist, Transportation Security Specialist - Explosives, HR Specialist
For more information on MAP careers, please visit www.tsa.gov to view profiles of select positions (samples included below):
• https://www.tsa.gov/videos/tsa-job-transportation-security-inspector-0
• https://www.tsa.gov/videos/tsa-job-visible-intermodal-prevention-and-response-team-0#
• https://www.tsa.gov/videos/tsa-job-tsa-academy-instructor-0
• https://www.tsa.gov/videos/tsa-job-transportation-security-specialist-explosives-0
Management, Administrative, & Professional (MAP) Careers
TSA Career Opportunities
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• Federal Air Marshals are armed Federal law enforcement officers who are deployed on passenger flights worldwide to protect airline passengers and crew against the risk of criminal and terrorist violence. (Individuals must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application; must not exceed 37 years of age at time of appointment.)
• FAMS intelligence positions involve the collection, analysis, evaluation and dissemination of foreign and domestic intelligence and threat warning information.
• FAMS information technology efforts focus on the development, deployment, and maintenance of leading edge technology affecting other Federal law enforcement agencies and the aviation domain at large.
• Civilian instructors in the FAMS provide specialized law enforcement training to Federal Air Marshals through presentations and hands-on demonstrations.
• FAMS professional and technical positions relate to a variety of areas, such as intelligence research, mission operations, medical records, and human resources. Other positions include attorneys, management analysts, and medical professionals.
Office of Law Enforcement & Federal Air Marshal Service
TSA Career Opportunities
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STUDENT Q&A WITH THE FBI/GSA/DOS/TSACONTINUE IN CHATBOX
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Jessica Taylor
Service
Preparing for,
Protecting against,
Responding to,
Recovering from
and
Mitigating all
domestic disasters,
natural or man-made,
including acts of terror.
FEMA coordinates the Federal governments’ role in:
FEMA Organizational Components
• OA – Office of the Administrator
• PNP – Protection and National Preparedness
• MS – Mission Support
• USFA – U.S. Fire Administration
• R (I-X) – FEMA Regions
• FIMA – Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration
• ORR – Office of Response and Recovery
The Agency is divided into seven organizational components
Answering the Call
Response coordinates
federal operational and
logistical disaster response
capabilities needed to:
• Save and sustain lives,
• Minimize suffering, and
• Protect property
Response
When a Presidential disaster is declared our Response and Recovery offices apply emergency functions to support communities in need.
Recovery supports
individuals and communities
in their efforts to recover
through the implementation
of:
• Individual Assistance,
• Long-Term Community
Recovery, and
• Public Assistance.
Recovery
Three Main Roles
• Headquarterso Employees set policies and administer programs
o Develop national procedures and guidance
o Coordinate implementation with Region and field elements
• Regiono Implement, advocate and provide feedback on national programs and
policies
o Improve capabilities of State and Tribal partners
o Maintain awareness of incidents and potential incidents
• Field “Boots on the Ground”o The primary face and voice of FEMA with disaster survivors and partners
in the whole community
o Regional and Headquarters staff can be deployed to support a disaster
FEMA employees serve in three main roles
Student Volunteer
Program
Volunteer, for up to
120 days, in a
position related to
academic or career
goals
FEMA Corps
Full-time, team-
based residential
service program
that prepares young
adults for careers in
emergency
management and
related fields
Presidential
Management
Fellow
Lead the effort to
prepare the nation
for a catastrophic
event, engaging the
whole community
to address
capability shortfalls
Internship
Provides current
students in high
school, college, trade
school and other
qualifying educational
institutions with paid
opportunities to work
and explore Federal
careers while
completing their
education
1 2 3 4
5
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Recent Graduates
ProgramOne-year career development program for individuals who recently
graduated from qualifying educational institutions
Boren Fellows
Program
Provides U.S. graduate students the opportunity to add an important international
and language component to their graduate education through specialization in an
area of study, language study, or increased language proficiency
Developmental Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
Career Conditional (PFT)
Hired through a competitive process that includes an application and interview. They may gain competitive status after one year of continuous service and full career tenure after three years of continuous service.
Permanent
Cadre On-Call Response/Recovery Employee (CORE)
Hired under the Robert T. Stafford Act, they are excluded from the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing jobs in the competitive service. Appointments are for a specific, limited period between two and four years.
Temporary(up to 4 years)
Reservist
Hired under the Robert T. Stafford Act, they are excluded from the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing jobs in the competitive service. Intermittent, on-call workforce appointed for a two-year period.
Intermittent
Employment Type Description Work Status
Grade Levels by Education
Grade Education Requirement Salary (DC-Metro)
GS-3 $28,886 – 37,557
GS-4 $32,428 – 42,151
GS-5 $36,281 – 47,171
GS-7 $44,941 – 58,428
GS-9 $54,972 – 71,467
GS-11 $66,510 – 86,460
1 year of full-time study after high school
Associate’s degree or 2 years offull-time study after high school
Bachelor’s degree or 4 years offull-time study after high school
Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year offull-time graduate study
Master’s degree or 2 years offull-time graduate study; Law degree (J.D. or LL.B.)
Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate oradvanced law degree (LL.M.)
FEMA Positions
FEMA maintains a diverse, robust workforce of employees who support
the agency’s mission in a variety of positions.
FEMA’s occupational series include, but are not limited to:
Series Occupation Series Occupation
0089Emergency Management
1109Grants Management
0343 Program Analyst 0560 Budget Analyst
2210Information Technology Specialist
1035Public Affairs Specialist
0800 Engineer 0905 Attorney
0346Logistics Management
0201Human Resources Specialist
Understanding Vacancy Announcements
Basic Information Name of a person to contact for more information
Who May Apply Public announcements - Open to all US Citizens
Promotion Potential Lists the highest grade level available for the job
Job DutiesProvides specific information regarding what the employer is looking for
Basic QualificationsThe minimal levels of education and experience required for the job
How to ApplyThe materials that are needed and when they are needed
Finding FEMA Vacancies
Visit www.Careers.Fema.gov for employment
information and job postings.
For questions or inquiries email
For a list of nearly every FEMA
opening available to the public visit
www.usajobs.gov
Resume Tips
1. Qualify in 10 Seconds
2. Be Specific About Your Education, Training or Experience
3. Demonstrate Your Accomplishments
4. One page is not necessary
5. Career objectives take part of the 10 seconds
6. Proofread it
7. Ensure it covers specialized experience statement
Interviews
• Early is on time
• Dress for the job you want
• Research
• Ask questions that count
• Bring a writing sample
• Practice
Outreach and Engagement
FEMA shares career
opportunities, and job
seeking best practices
via LinkedIn and
Facebook.
FEMA Careers – Facebook post
FEMA Careers – LinkedIn post
Our esteemed panel and students for joining us this evening.
