Labor Categories rev1.docx

Labor Categories rev1

The Contractor shall provide hourly labor rates required for the administrative and non-scientific labor categories noted below. Labor requirements will be specified by individual task order(s) in accordance with the Statement of Work and all other terms and condition of the contract(s). These rates are the maximum rates allowable under the contract and subsequent task order(s) requiring services to be performed. The list of labor categories defined below is a sample listing of anticipated needs. Offerors are encouraged to provide cost and technical support information for all labor categories (including multiple category levels) that they are able to provide. Exceptions to the stated minimum educational and experience requirements for labor categories under this contract may be granted on a case-by-case basis on the task order level with prior written approval from the Contracting Officer and concurrence of the Contractor.

A. Administrative Assistant I - Provides basic administrative support to include: answer and process phone calls, take messages, plan and manage a supervisors schedule, schedule appointments and meetings, arrange the appropriate facilities, proofread and process mail, types correspondence, etc. Works under general supervision.

Minimum/General Experience: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and training.

B. Administrative Assistant II - In addition to providing basis administrative support of the Administrative Assistant I positions, this individual is able to handle intermediate administrative support functions that involve multi-tasking, problem solving and prioritizing. Intermediate knowledge of office policies and procedures. Screens calls, directs inquiries regarding office policies and procedures.

Minimum/General Experience: Requires a high school diploma or a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and training.

C. Administrative Assistant III - In addition to providing the administrative support of Administrative Assistant II positions, this individual is able to function as an executive assistant. Advanced knowledge of office policies and procedures. Articulate, strong communications skills, office manager experience, diplomatic and able to anticipate and complete the needs of a senior level executive. Other duties may include, but not necessarily be limited to, assisting in the preparation of planning documents and other information for inclusion in routine or special program reports; maintaining a system that ensures follow-up of correspondence and data calls; monitoring the status of actions and providing additional information when necessary; maintaining confidentiality on actions and pending activities discussed or in process; receiving visitors and telephone calls, screening calls by determining the nature and purpose of the call, and referring calls and individuals appropriately; maintaining daily calendars, making appointments and arranging meetings without specific prior approval. Assists with travel arrangements, to include preparing travel vouchers for authorization.

Minimum/General Experience: Requires an associate’s degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and training.

D. Administrative Assistant IV - In addition to providing the administrative support of Administrative Assistant III positions, this individual is able to function without direct project supervision. Advanced knowledge of office policies and procedures. Articulate, strong communications skills, office manager experience, diplomatic and able to anticipate and complete the needs of a senior level executive.

Other duties may include, but not necessarily be limited to, assisting in the preparation of planning documents and other information for inclusion in routine or special program reports; maintaining a system that ensures follow-up of correspondence and data calls; monitoring the status of actions and providing additional information when necessary; maintaining confidentiality on actions and pending activities discussed or in process; receiving visitors and telephone calls, screening calls by determining the nature and purpose of the call, and referring calls and individuals appropriately; maintaining daily calendars, making appointments and arranging meetings without specific prior approval. Assists with travel arrangements, to include preparing travel vouchers for authorization.

Minimum/General Experience: Requires an associate’s degree or a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience and training.

E. Administrative Support Technician - Provide administrative support; word processing; editing, reviewing, and preparing documents for final draft; clerical assistance to include copying documents and filing; and to assist with data entry, including financial records. Assists with travel arrangements, to include preparing travel vouchers for authorization. Possession of excellent general office and administrative skills, effective written and verbal communication skills, and a familiarity of computer usage. Familiar with office administration concepts, practices, and procedures. Performs a variety of administrative tasks. Performs a variety of moderate administrative tasks. Knowledge of PC systems with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Programs, Financial software, and any internet browser is required. Primary job functions require a degree of exercising independent judgment.

Minimum/General Experience: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and training.

F. Archives Technician - Performs as a subordinate-level professional involved in the performance of cataloging and preserving Science Center history. Possession of moderate experience and knowledge of commonly-used archival protocol, archival concepts, practices, and procedures. Performs a variety of moderate level tasks in assisting in developing inventories, forms and finding aids; implement and update classification plans and records scheduling and disposal plans ; codify and classify archival materials; transfer materials from current to semi-current status or put into permanent storage; purge , sort, reduce and sample archives ; apply standards and policies for storage of archival materials; research and retrieve archival materials; assists with restoration and preservation of historical documents . Conducts daily activities according to established protocols. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of exercising independent judgment.

Experience/Education Required - High school graduate (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years demonstrated capability and experience in the collection, appraisal, analysis or synthesis of information having historical or archival values. An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with a major clearly in archival science or a related field of study may substitute for 2 years of the required experience. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major clearly in archival science or a related field of study may be substituted for 3 years of the required experience. (NOTE: Completion of a Certificate program may substitute for 1 year of experience and/or education.)

G. Business Analyst I - Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identify, consider, and resolve issues or problems of a procedural or factual nature. Knowledge and skill on the usage of various qualitative or quantitative techniques.

Minimum/General Experience: Associates degree in Business, Finance, Management, Information Systems or other related discipline. With at least 4 years of specialized experience a degree is not required.

H. Business Analyst II - Provides strategic guidance and influences program direction. Recommends large scale information system solutions, and assists with business integration across organizational levels. Provides program-level guidance within area of expertise and recommends domain-specific solutions and policies. Evaluates various business models including cost-benefit analysis.

Minimum/General Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. With at least 6 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.

I. Business Specialist I – Expert in a specific domain with general knowledge of other domains. Provide support for all phases of defined program/project implementation and transition subsequent knowledge/tasks to the ongoing delivery team/process. Review data and develop and document process flows ensuring continuous process/productivity improvement. Must follow quality-control standards and develop and document business requirements. Review business requirements and systems specifications to ensure plan milestones and requirements are met. Must be detailed oriented, flexible, and have strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume, tight deadline environment.

Minimum/General Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 2 years of experience. With at least 8 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.

J. Business Specialist II - Works as a team member with expertise in a specific domain and advanced, comprehensive knowledge of methodologies, principles and practices related to business or financial management disciplines. Provide support and completes research and analysis, gathers analyzes and synthesizes information using evaluation and critical thinking skills. Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate financial and management data in the solution of financial management and accounting problems. Develop and document process flows ensuring continuous process/productivity improvement and compliance with standards throughout a project. Operates with considerable latitude for actions and decisions. Must have demonstrated ability to work independently or under only minimal direction. Must be detailed oriented, flexible, and have strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume, tight deadline environment. This position also requires demonstrated proficiency using commercial automated word processing and other systems. Good written and oral communication skills are required.

Minimum/General Experience: Bachelor's degree in business, finance or a related field with 4 years of experience. With at least 10 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.

K. Conference Planner I - Assists with development of workshops, meetings and conferences. Responsible for assisting in coordinating logistics for these events during the planning and execution stages. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying staff to workshop on a weekend that the contractor staff member has assisted in developing. Possesses limited experience and exercises limited judgment with commonly-used concepts, practices, protocols, and procedures within the event planning or hospitality field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. A limited degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a limited degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - An Associate's degree or 2 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in event planning, hospitality, or a related field, and 1 year experience as related directly to the individual Task Order.

A bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field may be substituted for 4 years of the required experience.

L. Conference Planner II - Assists with development of workshops, meetings and conferences. Responsible for coordinating logistics for these events during the planning and execution stages. Task orders for this labor category may require assignments to be completed outside the normal hours of operation of the Center in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying staff to workshop on a weekend that the contractor staff member has assisted in developing. Possesses moderate experience and exercises moderate judgment with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the events planning or hospitality field. Relies on moderate experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. A moderate degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of work independence and judgment in the performance of a variety of tasks.

Experience/Education Requirements - A bachelor 's degree or 4 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in event planning , hospitality or a related field, and 2 years’ experience as related directly to the individual Task Order. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for the required experience.

M. Conference Planner III - Assists with development of workshops, meetings and conferences. Responsible for coordinating logistics for these events during the planning and execution stages. Task orders for this labor category may require assignments to be completed outside the normal hours of operation of the Center in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying staff to workshop on a weekend that the contractor staff member has assisted in developing. Possesses a high degree of experience and exercises professional judgment with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the events planning or hospitality field. Relies on a high degree of experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. A high degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a high degree of work independence and judgment in the performance of a variety of tasks.

Experience/Education Requirements - A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in event planning, hospitality or a related field, and 5 years’ experience as related directly to the individual Task Order. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in event planning, hospitality or a related field may substitute for 2 years of experience. NOTE: A PhD in a related field may be used as a substitute for 4 years of the required experience.

N. Data Entry Technician – This is an entry level position and duties include working independently or under general direction to perform analysis, preparation, and entry of data into prescribed data formats. Submits recommendations for solutions. Prepares detailed specifications and flowcharts. Prepares written reports to management.

Minimum/General Experience: High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field.

O. Data Analyst - General duties include data entry into government-specific software, review and follow-up of database entries for tracking and proofing/verification, and report generation and error checking as needed. This position requires accuracy in data entry, so attention to detail is important; the ability to meet crucial deadlines; the ability to work with numbers, financial information/documents; the ability to generate reports from government-specific software programs; and the ability to proofread and correct errors on financial reports for accuracy.

Minimum/General Experience: An Associate’s degree or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field.

P. Data Specialist - This position will include a demonstrated capability of maintaining a variety of data products, chronological data status and logs. Works independently or under general direction to conduct logical analyses and provide assessments of current logistical practices and recommends possible solutions. Reviews operations and testing of models to ensure adequacy or to determine need for reformulating to support collection, manipulation, analysis and other use of data.

Minimum/General Experience: A bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 4 years of experience in a related field.

Q. Data Validator - Duties may include responsibility for data validation related activities, including the evaluation of data standards and data consistency and quality. Identifying and coordination of validation issues for data and related systems and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures are adhered to. Must possess excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills, and be able to adapt quickly to changing priorities. Must be able to troubleshoot work and perform in a high paced, tight deadline environment.

Minimum/General Experience: An Associate’s degree or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field.

R. Education Coordinator I - Assists with development of curriculum, performance measures, identifying potential instructors, and development of mentoring program. Has limited knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, protocols, and procedures within the education field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying the Center Education Specialist to an educational event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing. Possesses limited experience with commonly-used concepts, practices, protocols, and procedures within the education field to plan and accomplish tasks. A moderate degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a minimal degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - An Associate's degree or 2 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field, and 1 experience as related directly to the individual Task Order, i.e. knowledge of education administration, principles, and techniques.

A Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field may be substituted for 4 years of the required experience.

S. Education Coordinator II - Assists with development of curriculum, performance measures, identifying potential instructors, and development of mentoring program. May participate in the Scientific Writing and Communications.

Team with the Center's education efforts, to include both formal and informal activities targeted to the K-16 community and general public. Assists in planning and developing on and off-site education programs that is creative, varied, multi-sensory, age-specific, and consistent with the mission of the Center. This includes reviewing analyzing, and evaluating education activities for quality and effectiveness. Assists with the development of educational materials specific to the Center's work, including education criteria for local, state, and national application; developing and maintaining extended learning opportunities (educational kits, websites, teacher enhancement training, etc.). May assist in conducting independent background research/literature reviews on program scientific topics; help build partnerships and federal, state, regional, and local education groups; and ensures educational programming is correlated to state and national education standards and objectives. May assist with critical outreach activities, as needed, including fostering public relations and developing and assisting with workshops and printed and web-based products. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying the Center Education Specialist to an educational event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing. Possesses moderate experience with commonly-used concepts, practices, protocols, and procedures within the education field to plan and accomplish tasks. A moderate degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - Bachelor's degree or 4 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field, and 2 years’ experience related directly to the individual Task Order, i.e., knowledge of education administration, principles, and techniques. Experience in administration of educational programs is desirable. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for the required experience.

T. Education Coordinator III - Assists with development of curriculum, performance measures, identifying potential instructors, and development of mentoring program. May participate in the Scientific Writing and Communications Team with the Center’s education efforts, to include both formal and informal activities targeted to the K-16 community and general public. Assists in planning and developing on and off-site education programs that is creative, varied, multi-sensory, age-specific, and consistent with the mission of the Center.

This includes reviewing analyzing, and evaluating education activities for quality and effectiveness. Assists with the development of educational l materials specific to the Center's work, including education criteria for local, state, and national application; developing and maintaining extended learning opportunities (educational kits, websites, teacher enhancement training, etc.). May assist in activities for quality and effectiveness.

Assists with the development of educational materials specific to the Center's work, including education criteria for local, state, and national application; developing and maintaining extended learning opportunities {educational kits, websites, teacher enhancement training, etc.).

May assist in conducting independent background research/literature reviews on scientific topics; help build partnerships and federal, state, regional, and local education groups; and ensures educational programming is correlated to state and national education standards and objectives. May assist with critical outreach activities, as needed, including fostering public relations and developing and assisting with workshops and printed and web-based products. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying the Center Education Specialist to an educational l event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing. Possesses a high degree of experience with commonly-used concepts, practices, protocols, and procedures within the education field to plan and accomplish tasks. A high degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a high degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field, and 5 years’ experience as related directly to the individual Task Order, i.e., knowledge of education administration, principles, and techniques. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field may substitute for 2 years of experience. Experience in administration of educational programs is desirable. NOTE: A PhD in a related field may be used as a substitute for 4 years of the required experience.

U. Facilitator level I - Works with project lead in developing agendas and creating support documentation. This position will require the capability of coordination of meetings, trainings, and providing meeting recommendations and support including logistics planning, note taking, and meeting closure and summary reports.

Minimum/General Experience: Bachelor’s degree or a combination of an Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience.

V. Facilitator II - In addition to Facilitator I duties, these tasks may require the ability to plan, lead and provide for facilitated discussions and meetings. Assist groups in productively discussing key issues. Provides interpretation and recommendations to aid in understanding and responding to meeting/session outcomes.

Minimum/General Experience: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of equivalent.

W. Facilitator III - In addition to Facilitator I and II duties- these tasks may include facilitation & related decision support services in collaboration efforts, working groups, or integrated product, process, or self-directed teams. Compile, organize and articulate ideas and recommendations to advisory groups and the public, and apply sound judgment to resolve problems or offer alternative solutions to management. Analytical skills necessary to assist with special policies, situations and issues as they arise. Experience in planning, coordinating and facilitating meetings of various entities and government officials. Ability to effectively produce and distribute meeting information for the advisory and decision making body.

Minimum/General Experience: Master’s degree in business or management related field. A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of directly related work experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree.

X. Graphic Designer - The Graphic Designer works to design and develop graphic/visual effects used in support of NOAA programs. This position requires the use of specialized computer software to develop high quality computer illustrations, technical drawings, and animations supporting various media used within the Government. The Graphic Designer is capable of using specialized hardware and/or software for video/audio capture and editing of multimedia presentations, incorporates principles of layout design throughout the production process, and is responsible for quality control, review and revision of all aspects of graphics development. Duties may include but not be limited to multimedia, graphic design or production publication in support of environmental/engineering projects (planning services and documentation, compliance services, occupational training services, waste management services and software, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)).

Experience/Education Requirements - A bachelor's degree or 4 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in education or a related field, and 2 years’ experience related directly to the individual Task Order, i.e., knowledge of graphic design principles, and techniques. NOTE: 10 years’ directly relevant experience may be used as a substitute for the required bachelor’s degree.

Y. Information Technician I - Assists in the development of communication and information materials through appropriate protocols. This may include assisting in the development of communications strategies and collaborative relationships with appropriate groups, as well as coordinating and assisting with the implementation of specific outreach activities and products (e.g. written materials, website content, exhibits, workshops, and events) . Submits written material as requested. Possesses knowledge in writing commercial electronic or written media in the area of science or related program issues. Performs a variety of general tasks. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a limited degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in communication or natural sciences or a clearly related field(s). 1 year demonstrated experience related directly to the individual Task Order.

Z. Information Technician II - Assists in the development of communication needs and information materials through appropriate protocols. Submits written material as requested. This includes assisting in the development of communications strategies and collaborative relationships with appropriate groups, as well as coordinating and assisting with the implementation of specific outreach activities and product s (e .g . written materials , website content , exhibits, workshops , and events}. Submits written material as requested. Possesses limited to moderate degree of experience and knowledge in writing commercial electronic or written media in the area of science/program or related issues. Performs a variety y of moderate to complex tasks. Completes all assignment s in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a moderate e degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in communications, public relations, law, or journalism or a clearly related field. 3 years demonstrated experience related directly to each individual Task Order. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

AA. Information Technician III - Assists in the development of communication and information materials through appropriate protocols. Assists in the planning and development of written information materials that can be effectively understood by the intended audience (of varying degrees of scientific/program knowledge), including the general public, children, policy makers, other scientists, etc. Work with other members of an established communications team, subject matter experts, and Center scientists and staff. Submits written communication products as requested. These written materials include brochures, newsletters, briefing papers, website content, and press releases. Prepare written communication materials in prescribed formats or formats developed collaboratively with staff. The ability to clearly and accurately translate and express complex issues in a variety of writ ten forms is a requirement. High degree of familiarity with writing commercial electronic or writ ten media in the area of science/program or related issues. Performs a variety of specific and complex tasks. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent t manner. Primary job functions require a high degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education n Requirements - Graduate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in communication or natural sciences or a clearly related field(s). 5 years demonstrated experience related directly related to the individual Task Order. Demonstrated experience writing for the commercial electronic or written media in the area of science or related issues (for example, script writer for a scientific news program), is desirable. NOTE: A PhD in a related field may be used as a substitute for 3 years of the required experience

AB. Library Technician - Performs as a subordinate-level professional involved providing service to Centers library patrons. Possession of moderate experience and knowledge of commonly-used library protocol, library concepts, practices, and procedures.

Performs a variety of moderate level tasks assisting library users in accessing books , films, photographs, maps, documents , electronic materials and other library materials; catalogue new library acquisitions under the direction of a librarian ; issue for circulation library books and other materials; perform manual and on-line reference searches and make interlibrary loans for users; assist librarians in giving tours; and enter the checkout and return of books and other library materials if necessary . Conducts daily activities according to established protocols. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of exercising independent judgment.

Experience/Education Required - High school graduate (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years demonstrated capability and experience in technical information services or library science. An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major clearly in a related field of study with emphasis in technical information services, library science or a related field may substitute for 2 years of the required experience. A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in technical information services, library sciences, or a related field may be substituted for 3 years of the required experience. (NOTE: Completion of a Certificate program may substitute for 1 year of experience and/or education.)

AC. Mail Room Technician - To provide general mail screening and delivery of mail and packages. Possession of limited to moderate experience and knowledge of commonly-used mail handling protocol, concepts, practices, and procedures. Receives, opens, sorts and distributes both incoming and outgoing mail; conducts initial security screening of incoming mail in accordance with security procedures; route incoming mail to various offices; research misdirected mail; review and process outgoing mail; maintain appropriate records and /or logs for tracking and reconciliation purposes; conduct searches and other follow up action on delayed shipments; conduct photocopying of large¬ volume documents and complete vello-binding. Transportation and/or handling of hazardous materials and radioactive materials are conducted within the mailrooms of the Government facilities; therefore, knowledge of hazardous materials and/or radioactive material handling and safety is required. Conducts daily activities according to established protocols. Primary job functions require a minimal to moderate degree of exercising independent judgment.

Experience/Education Required - High school graduate (or equivalent) with a minimum of 1 year general experience as related to the specific requirements of the Task Order and training in transportation or handling of hazardous materials within the past year.

An Associate’s degree or 2 years of study at an accredited college or university with a major that provided training in transportation or handling of hazardous materials may be substituted for the required experience. Mailrooms of NOAA Scientific facilities accept hazardous materials and radioactive materials; therefore, a Certificate of training in transportation and/or safety handling of hazardous materials is required.

AD. Media Specialist I - Assists in the development of materials for distribution to the media and general public through appropriate protocols. Submits written material as requested.

Has knowledge of commonly -used concepts, practices, and procedures within the communications and/or journalism field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Performs a variety of program casks/assignments. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation Requested. Has knowledge of commonly -used concepts, practices, and procedures within the communications and/or journalism field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Performs a variety of program casks/assignments. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying the Center Outreach Specialist to a media event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing. Knowledge, use, and skill with digital cameras for picture taking is required, i .e. to focus, center, provide simple routine levels of digital photography in situations where several shots can be taken. Must possess knowledge of HTML. Completes all assignments in a professional l and independent manner. Primary job functions require a limited degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/ Education Requirements - A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in journalism or communications. 2 years demonstrated experience a scientific journalist. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

AE. Media Specialist II- Assists in the development of materials for distribution to the media and general public through appropriate protocols. Submits written material as requested. Possesses moderate familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the communications and/or journalism field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. A moderate e degree of creativity and latitude is required. Performs a variety of program tasks/assignments. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying the Center Outreach Specialist to a media event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing.

A moderate degree of knowledge, use, and skill with digital cameras for picture taking is required, i.e. to focus, center, provide simple routine to moderate levels of digital photography in situations where several shots can be taken. Must possess knowledge of HTML. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in journalism or communications. 5 years demonstrated experience as a scientific journalist. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for 2 years of the required experience.

AF. Media Specialist III- Assists in the development of materials for distribution to the media and general public through appropriate protocols. Submits written material as requested. Possesses a high degree of familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the communications and/or journalism field. Relies on a higher degree of experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required. Performs a variety of complex program tasks/assignments. Assignments may require completion outside normal hours of operation of the Center and in the accompaniment of Center personnel.

For example, accompanying the Center Outreach Specialist to a media event on a weekend so that the contractor can gather information to submit in writing. A high degree of knowledge, use, and skill with digital cameras for picture taking is required, i.e., to focus, center, provide moderate to advanced skill level digital photography in situations where several shots can be taken. Must possess knowledge of HTML. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a high degree of work independence and judgment.

Experience/Education Requirements - A graduate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in journalism or communications. 5 years demonstrated experience as a scientific journalist. NOTE: A PhD in a related field may be used as a substitute for 3 years of the required experience.

AG. Procedures Specialist - Provides direct support in evaluating existing procedures and designing, if necessary, new procedures to improve the productivity and efficiency of department activities. Analytical skills necessary to assist with special policies, situations and issues as they arise. Assists in evaluating existing procedures and designing, if necessary, new procedures to improve the productivity and efficiency of related activities. Researches and reports issues, maintains records, and prepares fact-based reports.

Minimum/General Experience: Associate’s degree or up to 3 years of experience as a document specialist.

AH. Program Manager - Provides overall direction of program activities and personnel. Coordinates and participates in the strategic planning, development, and implementation of new business. The individual will be responsible for all aspects of project performance by: 1) Ensuring that programs functions in a manner that satisfies contractual obligations, 2) developing timely and accurate reports on the status of program operations, 3) assuring consistent quality of all services, and 4) assuring all financial obligations are met. The Contractor’s primary administrative representative having full authority to act on matters pertaining to the performance of the services required under this contract. Must have demonstrated ability in effective oral and written communication, planning, leadership, and operational skills. Must have financial skills combined with the ability to develop and implement strategies and action plans to achieve desired objectives.

Minimum/General Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and 1 year of program management experience.

AI. Project Manager – Oversees specific projects on behalf of agency personnel and maintain project cost, schedule and performance data. Meet regularly with government program managers and advise them on deliverables and issues on the project. Consult with and advise government management and serve as advisors providing the analytical guidance required for completion of government projects. Facilitate overall strategy development at the project and program levels. Requires one year of project management experience.

Must have demonstrated ability in effective oral and written communication, planning, leadership, and operational skills.

Minimum/General Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field or a combination of an Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field.

AJ. Program/Management Analyst I – Works closely with project lead in performing a variety of assigned duties, including analysis, gathering analyzes and synthesizing information using evaluation and critical thinking skills. Assists with work breakdown structures, prepares charts, tables, graphs, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. This position requires demonstrated proficiency using commercial automated word processing, graphics systems, and desktop publishing systems. Good written and oral communication skills are required.

Minimum/General Experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

AK. Program/Management Analyst II – Under general supervision this position will support and assist project team members in the execution and implementation of a variety of project tasks particularly by providing analytic and technical support. Completes research and analysis, gathers analyzes and synthesizes information using evaluation and critical thinking skills. Assists with work breakdown structures, prepares charts, tables, graphs, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. Assists with the development of technical and project requirements. Must have demonstrated the ability to work independently or under only general direction.

This position requires demonstrated proficiency using commercial automated word processing, graphics systems, and desktop publishing systems. Good written and oral communication skills are required.

Minimum/General Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

AL. Program/Management Analyst III - Works as a team member with advanced, comprehensive knowledge of methodologies, principles and practices related to logistics, business, or financial management disciplines. Completes research and analysis, gathers analyzes and synthesizes information using evaluation and critical thinking skills. Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate financial and management data in the solution of financial management and accounting problems. Ensures compliance with technological standards throughout the project. Operates with considerable latitude for actions and decisions. Must have demonstrated the ability to work independently or under only general direction.

This position also requires demonstrated proficiency using commercial automated word processing, graphics systems, and desktop publishing systems. Good written and oral communication skills are required.

Minimum/General Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

AM. Scientific Librarian - Performs a wide variety of librarianship duties such as researching scientific bibliographic databases; maintaining records in an Integrated Library System such as Ex Libris Voyager; assisting NWFSC, AFSC and other NOAA regional staff in identifying, accessing and analyzing specialized data and evolving matters related to living marine resources and their habitat; preserving operation of the Center in the accompaniment of Center personnel. For example, accompanying staff to workshop on a weekend that the contractor staff member has assisted in developing. Possesses moderate experience and exercises moderate judgment with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the events planning or hospitality field. Relies on moderate experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks. A moderate degree of creativity and latitude is required. Completes all assignments in a professional and independent manner. Primary job functions require a moderate degree of work independence and judgment in the performance of a variety of tasks.

Experience/Education Requirements - Bachelor 's degree or 4 full years of study from an accredited college or university with a major in event planning , hospitality or a related field, and 2 years’ experience as related directly to the individual Task Order. NOTE: A graduate degree in a related field may be used as a substitute for the required experience.

AN. Technical Writer/Editor I - Writes, edits and reviews complicated subject matter in the form of manuals, brochures, articles, reports, etc. Tasks may also include obtaining technical data from independent observation, reviews with staff members, and/or studies of published materials and existing documentation.

Minimum/General Experience: An Associate’s degree in English, Literature, or other related discipline. With at least 3 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.

AO. Technical Writer/Editor II - Writes, edits and reviews complicated subject matter in the form of manuals, brochures, articles, reports, etc. Tasks may also include obtaining technical data from independent observation, reviews with staff members, and/or studies of published materials and existing documentation.

Minimum/General Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, or other related discipline. With at least 4 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required

AP. Technical Writer/Editor III- Researches, writes, and edits materials for related manuals, briefs, proposals, instructional material, catalogs, technical publications, and reports. Obtains data from independent observation, review with staff members, and/or studies of published materials and existing documentation. Interfaces with users, specialists, analysts, programmers, etc., to obtain background business/ technical information, methods, and standards. Revises text and recommends changes in scope, format, and content to ensure conformance with established standards. May edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers. Performs final quality assurance on all materials.

Minimum/General Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, or other related discipline. With at least 6 years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.

AQ. Technical Writer/Editor IV- In addition to Technical Writer/Editor I-III duties- these tasks may include developing various media formats and production of samples to integrate and delineate technology and design elements (of engineering and biological features), operating procedures; organizes material and completes assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology to ensure that the public can access and understand information of NOAA Fisheries activities.

These duties may require the incumbent perform the following tasks: oversight preparation of records and files of work and revisions, select or develop photographs, infographics, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material; may assist in laying out material for publication, arrange for typing, duplication and distribution of material through various digital venues, write speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases, edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other personnel. These duties may also require specialization in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.

Minimum/General Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, or other related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience. An Associate’s degree in a related field with at least 10 years of specialized experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.