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project_challenge: "How might the U.S. Department of Agriculture deliver a better experience for America's farmers?"
partner_description: "The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management."
project_link: https://newfarmers.usda.gov
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<p class="font-body-md">To minimally qualify to continue through the hurdle style qualification process, you must also have at least one year of experience in each of the following areas: </p>
<p class="font-body-md"><strong>Basic Requirements:</strong> You must also have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies listed below:</p>
<p class="font-body-md">IT Competencies:</p>
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<li>Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.</li>
<li>Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.</li>
<li>Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.</li>
<li>Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.</li>
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<p class="font-body-md"><strong>Specialized Experience:</strong> In addition to the basic requirements listed above, you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 in the Federal Service. Specialized experience for this role is defined as experience: </p>
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<li>Leading or advising executive leadership on the launch of new technology initiatives, providing recommendations that influence policies, projects, or programs, and/or securing leadership buy-in or stakeholder consensus; <strong>AND</strong></li>
<li>Deploying user-centered and iterative development methodologies; <strong>AND</strong></li>
<li>Applying advanced technical knowledge to products or service delivery in one or more of the following: artificial intelligence, machine learning, data strategy, design (service, human-centered, user experience), product, software engineering, cloud infrastructure, digital transformation or digital strategy <strong>AND</strong></li>
<li>Experience in at least one of the following areas:
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<li>Leading data science, engineering, product, or design initiatives focused on technical products, platforms, or solutions; OR </li>
<li>Leading cross functional teams, which may include designers, product managers, data scientists, or software engineers, to meet program or project goals, objectives, and priorities OR</li>
<li>Leading the development or implementation of digital strategy and policy</li>
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<p class="font-body-md">You must also have IT-related experience demonstrating EACH of the four competencies listed below:</p>
<p class="font-body-md">IT Competencies:</p>
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<li>Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.</li>
<li>Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.</li>
<li>Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.</li>
<li>Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.</li>
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<p class="font-body-md">More information on Qualifications can be found on the USAJOBS job announcement. </p>
<p class="font-body-md">Please note, we will be utilizing a hurdle style qualification process that will also potentially include a written assessment and an interview for candidates who move through the process. More information can be found in the timeline below, and details and deadlines will be provided in a timely manner for candidates who progress to next hurdles.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">Please refer to the USAJOBS job announcement for more detailed information regarding Qualifications </p>
<p class="font-body-md">In addition to the criteria indicated in the Qualifications section, you will be scored on multiple hurdles which will measure your possession of the competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position. The assessment hurdles for this position will include resume review, written assessment and structured interview. You can find more information about these hurdles in the <a href="{{site.baseurl}}/apply/#:~:text=Selection%20Timeline%20and%20Process">Selection Timeline section</a>.</p>
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<h2><span>About the Fellowship</span></h2>
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<p class="font-body-md">Presidential Innovation Fellows are mid-to-senior career technologists, designers, entrepreneurs, and strategists.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">Each fellow is paired with a federal agency to complete a 12-24 month project as a senior advisor. Learn more about <a href="https://presidentialinnovationfellows.gov/projects/" target="_blank">projects that have been completed by past fellows</a> and the <a href="https://handbook.tts.gsa.gov/about-us/tts-history/" target="_blank"> values that guide our work</a>.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">As a fellow, you’ll gain executive-level exposure in a federal agency. Behind the walls of government, you’ll tackle some of our nation’s biggest challenges.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">Making government work better for the people we serve is our top priority. And you have the experience we need to drive that mission home. Together, we can have an incredible impact on how the government delivers to the public at every interaction, each and every time.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">After you complete your fellowship, you’ll join our alumni community of more than 250 technologists and innovators in advancing mission-driven solutions at local, national, and international levels.</p>
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<p class="font-body-md">To be eligible for the Presidential Innovation Fellows program, you must be a United States citizen or a resident of American Samoa or Swains Island.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">Additionally, fellows must be based in Washington, D.C. for the duration of the fellowship. </p>
<p class="font-body-md">There are no education requirements. </p>
<p class="font-body-md"> All fellows will be required to complete a <a href="https://www.usajobs.gov/help/faq/job-announcement/security-clearances/" target="_blank">Public Trust background investigation</a>.</p>
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<p class="font-body-md">Presidential Innovation Fellows have expertise in one of the following areas:</p>
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<li><strong>Product:</strong> Product development, product management, and/or agile software methodologies.</li>
<li><strong>Design and Experience:</strong> User experience (UX), human-centered design, service design, implementation design or customer experience (CX).</li>
<li><strong>Digital Transformation and Strategy:</strong> Digital marketing or advertising, healthcare innovation, change management, community outreach and engagement, DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility), venture capital, accelerators, or incubators; or corporate innovation.</li>
<li><strong>Cloud Infrastructure and Technology Leadership:</strong> Cloud computing, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise-level technology leadership.</li>
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<p class="font-body-md">To qualify as a fellow, you must also have at least one year of experience in each of the following areas: </p>
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<li>Experience providing project or product leadership.</li>
<li>Experience utilizing a data-driven approach.</li>
<li>Experience advising senior leaders or executive stakeholders to achieve organizational or project objectives.</li>
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<p class="font-body-md">All Presidential Innovation Fellows are hired at the GS-15 Step 1 pay grade. Learn more about the <a href="https://join.tts.gsa.gov/compensation-and-benefits/" target="_blank"> GS system that defines federal salaries</a>.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">As of January 2023, the GS-15 Step 1 salary for the Washington, D.C. locality is $155,700. </p>
<p class="font-body-md">All fellows receive <a href="https://handbook.tts.gsa.gov/getting-started/classes/benefits/" target="_blank">federal employee benefits</a>. This includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, FSA accounts, life insurance, paid leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan (the government version of a 401K) with up to five percent matching. </p>
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<h2><span>Get Ready to Apply</span></h2>
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<p class="font-body-md"> Be sure to <a href="https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USGSATTS/subscriber/new?topic_id=USGSATTS_70" target="_blank">sign up for updates!</a> We’ll send you an email when the application is available.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">As part of your application, you’ll need to submit a federal-style resume. If you don’t already have one, it can take some time to put together. Here are <a href="https://join.tts.gsa.gov/resume/" target="_blank">tips on writing a federal resume</a> and an <a href="https://handbook.tts.gsa.gov/hiring-staying-or-changing-jobs/resume/" target="_blank">example of what a federal resume might look like</a>.</p>
<p class="font-body-md">You’ll also be asked to provide a personal statement (no more than 900 characters) on why you want to become a fellow. </p>
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<li><strong>May 15 - June 23, 2023:</strong> Submit your application.</li>
<li><strong>July 2023 - October 2023:</strong> Interviews with the Presidential Innovation Fellows team and potential agencies take place.</li>
<li><strong>November 2023 - December 2023:</strong> Final selections and tentative offers will be made. Tentative offers are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.</li>
<li><strong>December 2023 - February 2024:</strong> After you accept a tentative offer, our pre-employment process begins – including a background check. <a href="https://join.tts.gsa.gov/hiring-process/#security-and-onboarding" target="_blank">Learn more about our process</a>.</li>
<li><strong>February 2024:</strong> We welcome a new cohort of fellows.</li>
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