Photographer

Photographer US Securities and Exchange Commission

• 4.3 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $133,347
• $225,914 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Photo editing Photography gear Full Job Description Summary The Office of Public Affairs is seeking a Photographer in the Digital Innovation and Design (DID) Group.

As a Photographer, you will produce high-quality, compelling, and impactful visual records of SEC events, staff/team portraits, leadership engagements, and public activities. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency All US Citizens Duties In this role as a Photographer, you will be responsible for: Capturing high quality photos of SEC events, staff headshots, team photos, leadership engagements, and public activities, including assignments requiring travel. Editing and organizing images in line with DID's visual and records management standards. Delivering rapid turnaround photo assets to meet time sensitive projects. Coordinating visual coverage to support same day and rapid turn communications needs. Monitoring industry trends and advising SEC on the latest hardware, software, and technology to keep production capabilities current and efficient. Providing creative guidance on visual storytelling for digital, web, and multimedia products. Requirements Conditions of employment

CITIZENSHIP

You must be a US Citizen.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/)

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.

DRUG TESTING

This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.

PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION

(PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.

DIRECT DEPOSIT

All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period. Qualifications Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT

SK

• 13 : Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the

GS/SK-12

level .

Specialized experience includes:

1) Operating photography equipment including cameras and lighting; AND 2) Utilizing editing tools such as Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop; AND 3) Capturing live events, including candid moments, posed photos, and subject coverage; AND 4) Working cross-team or with clients to execute and deliver content.

ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES

Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information: Communications Strategy Design

• Creates and implements comprehensive and effective communication strategies and tactics for the organization. Creativity and Innovation
• Ability to imagine or conceive something new and original, and balances the creative idea against the status quo, to recommend which creative ideas to fully develop. Technical Expertise in Photography
• Applies knowledge of camera operation, lighting, composition along with expertise in editing to produce high-quality images. Workload Management
• Prioritizes workload in a way that accommodates unforeseen developments and achieves successful outcomes.

Additional information Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement and may be filled from any division or office within the agency.

SEC COMPENSATION PROGRAM

Total salary (base pay + locality) is dependent upon duty location. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes; a selectee's initial pay will be established below the maximum rate of the range. The pay for current SEC employees will be determined according to the procedures specified in the agency's policy. Please visit the agency's Compensation Overview page for more information.

Disability Employment:

For information on disability appointments, click here.

I MPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES

If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not I/CTAP eligible. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; the questionnaire asks you to identify your

ICTAP/CTAP

eligibility (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. View information about I/CTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact . For religious-based accommodations, please contact . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for

SEC Job Applicants:

For more information, please click here . The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at . Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your resume and application package will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements outlined in this announcement. Your qualifications will be assessed through a two-step screening process: Minimum Qualifications Resume Review Accomplishment Record Review If you are found minimally qualified through the minimum qualifications review, a rating panel will review your resume and Accomplishment Record narratives. Accomplishment Record narrative should clearly demonstrate your proficiency in the competencies listed in the Qualifications section. Submitting a Performance Appraisal does not fulfill the requirement for an Accomplishment Record. Click here for help with writing your Accomplishment Record. Your resume must provide evidence that supports the claims made in your Accomplishment Record narratives; both documents must effectively showcase your qualifications. Each competency narrative should detail one specific, relevant example from your training or experience. Please limit each response to a maximum of 300 words, as any text beyond this limit will not be considered during the evaluation. You will upload one document with your narrative responses addressing each of the competencies. Your responses must be in the below format: Competency Title Position title and dates from your resume that this experience was obtained Describe the situation (i.e., the challenged faced, the problem solved) Describe the specific actions you took State the outcome, results, or long-term impact of your accomplishment Name and email address of someone who can verify this information Basis for

Rating:

The rating panel will evaluate applicants' accomplishment records and resume, then place them into one of the following categories: Highly Qualified

• Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has extensive skills and experience in most of the job related competencies. Well Qualified
• Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has a moderate amount of skills and experience in most of the job related competencies. Qualified
• Meets the minimum qualification requirements, but may have a limited amount of experience in several of the job related competencies.

Top ranked applicants will be referred to the hiring office for further review and consideration. The hiring office may directly contact recommended candidates for interview(s). To preview the Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12950765 Required Documents You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:

Required :

Your responses to the Questionnaire.

Required :

Resume

• Resumes should include relevant work experience, with specific employment dates, that demonstrates qualifications for the specialized experience and competencies as outlined above.

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Resumes that exceed two pages will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration. For resume writing tips, visit USAJOBS and the SEC careers page.

Required:

Accomplishment Record

• The Accomplishment Record is a set of narrative responses that demonstrate your proficiency in the competencies listed.

These narratives support your resume by providing specific examples from your training or experience. For each competency, you must provide a 300 word or less written narrative (text only) describing one example of competency-related experience. Text beyond this limit will not be considered. This document must be uploaded to the application under Accomplishment Record. An accomplishment record submitted outside the USA Staffing system will not be accepted. Failure to provide the Accomplishment Record in the correct format will result in an ineligible rating. Required, if applicable:

CTAP/ICTAP

documentation (a copy of a separation notice or other proof of eligibility for priority selection; a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.) Required, if applicable : Veteran's Preference Documentation (DD-214, Member Copy 4 or other documentation containing dates of service and character of discharge. Disabled veterans and other applicants eligible for 10-point Veteran's Preference please include: documentation to validate your claim

• VA letter, SF-15, etc).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. No additional documentation will be accepted after the closing date of the announcement. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. Agency contact information ask HR Email Address Office of Public Affairs 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US Next steps You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://usajobs.gov/ and clicking on "Track Your Online Application." By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be terminated after you begin work, or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. You will be required to submit official documentation before appointment. The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, Veterans' Preference, certification of disability, etc.). Candidates external to the SEC will be allowed to submit a comprehensive resume for pay setting purposes after a tentative offer is made. If the applicant fails to provide the comprehensive resume by the specified deadline, the resume submitted at the time of application will be used to determine pay. No additional documentation will be accepted after the deadline. Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 05/11/2026 to 05/18/2026 Salary $133,347

• $225,914 per year Starting salary is based on experience. The range is listed for informational purposes. Initial pay will be set below the maximum. See more below. Pay scale & grade SK 13 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington, DC Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required 25% or less
• You will be expected to travel on a monthly basis for this position Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 13 Job family (Series) 1084 Visual Information Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number 26-DE-12950765-BS Control number 868780600