From: Jim Ray (USNO) Subject: [IGSMAIL-1911] USNO position announcement Date: Wed, 3 Jun 1998 5:57:52 PDT ****************************************************************************** IGS Electronic Mail Wed Jun 3 5:57:52 PDT 1998 Message Number 1911 ****************************************************************************** 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) ]