Department of Defense

Lead Visual Information Specialist

Fort Belvoir, Virginia Full time

Lead Visual Information Specialist

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Salary Range: $101401 - $131826 Per Year

Job Summary: See below for important information regarding this job.

Major Duties:

  • Plans and executes complex and highly detailed visual briefings and presentations.
  • Designs and produces audiovisual materials to include computer graphics for the Internet and intranet, multimedia presentations, and a variety of related media.
  • Responsible for identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among team members in accordance with established workflow and ensure timely accomplishment of assigned team tasks.
  • Trains or proposes training for team members in methods and techniques of audio or visual information management processes to ensure state of the art capability of the unit.
  • Coaches team members in the selection and application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques.
  • Provides consultation and technical advice to program managers and subject matter specialists to determine the information objectives (broad concepts, organization, functions, systems, programs/procedures, etc.) of the project.

Qualifications: To qualify for a Lead Visual Information Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Planning, design, and display of visual materials such as photographs, videos, audio recordings, pamphlets, posters, infographics, newsletters, exhibits, studies, podcasts, illustrations, diagrams, graphs, objects, models, slides, and charts. Designs and produces audiovisual materials to include computer graphics for the Internet and intranet, multimedia presentations, and a variety of related media. Plans and designs flip charts, slides, transparencies, enlargements and/or matrix plotter output to be used to assist the speaker in conveying information or representing specific operations and occurrences. Plans and executes the visual aspects of printed media selecting format, size, and general appearance, type of paper, cover design and color scheme for individual issues or components of a series of pamphlets/publications. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12829727.

Application Deadline: 2025-11-16