DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 1 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 1. FEMA Opportunities HOW TO WORK FOR FEMA

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 2 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 2 Developmental Opportunities 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 institution with paid opportunities to work and explore Federal careers while completing their education Recent Graduates Program One-year career development program for individuals who recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions 6 Boren Fellows Program Provide U.S. graduate students the opportunity to add an important international and language component to their graduate education through specialization in area study, language study, or increased language proficiency

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 3 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 3 Employment Opportunities Career - 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. Cadre On-Call Response 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. Work Status Employment Type Description Permanent Temporary (up to 4 yrs.) 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

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 4 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 4 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

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 5 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 5 Grade Levels by Education GS - 1 No high school diploma GS - 2 High school diploma GS year of full-time study after high school GS - 4 GS - 5 GS - 7 GS - 9 GS - 11 Associate degree or 2 years of full-time study after high school Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of full-time study after high school Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of full-time graduate study Master’s degree or 2 years of full-time graduate study; Law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate or advanced law degree (LL.M.)

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 6 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 6 Finding Vacancies at FEMA Lists nearly every FEMA opening available to the public FEMA Website and/or Office of the Chief Component Human Capital Officer Purnita Howlader – Pathways (202) Joann Way – Veterans (202)

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 7 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 7 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 Duties Basic Qualifications How to Apply Provides specific information regarding what the employer is looking for. The minimal levels of education and experience required for the job. The materials that are needed and when they are needed

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 8 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 8 Application Process library/assets/documents/33326?id=7765 How to apply for FEMA vacancy guide

DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL 9 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COMPONENT HUMAN CAPITAL OFFICER 9 Interviews Early is on time Dress for the job you want Research Ask questions that count Bring a writing sample Practice