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| <h2><span>About the Fellowship</span></h2> | ||
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| <div class="desktop:grid-col-8"> | ||
| <p class="font-body-md">Presidential Innovation Fellows are mid-to-senior career technologists, designers, entrepreneurs, and strategists.</p> | ||
| <p class="font-body-md">Presidential Innovation Fellows are mid-to-senior career technologists, designers, and strategists.</p> | ||
| <p class="font-body-md">Each fellow is paired with a federal agency to complete a one year project as a senior advisor. Fellows may be eligible to be renewed for up to one additional year. 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 senior-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> | ||
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| <h2><span>Expertise</span></h2> | ||
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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> | ||
| <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> | ||
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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.</li> | ||
| <li>Deploying user-centered and iterative development methodologies.</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 AND</li> | ||
| <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> | ||
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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> | ||
| <ul> | ||
| <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> | ||
| </ul> | ||
| <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> | ||
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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>Data Strategy and AI:</strong> Data management, machine learning, data science, or modern statistical and computational methods.</li> | ||
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| <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> | ||
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| Links to professional portfolios or profiles may be included and are optional. We recommend that you include them directly in your resume to ensure they are reviewed. | ||
| In addition to the resume resources, we strongly encourage people to register for an upcoming virtual info session. | ||
| In addition to the resume resources, we strongly encourage people to register for an upcoming <a href="{{site.baseurl}}/apply/#:~:text=Register%20for%20an%20Information%20Session%3A">virtual info session</a>. | ||
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| <h2><span>Selection Timeline</span></h2> | ||
| <h2><span>Selection Timeline and Process</span></h2> | ||
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| <p class="font-body-lg">Here is a tentative timeline so you can know what to expect. </p> | ||
| <p class="font-body-lg">Here is a <strong>tentative timeline</strong> so you can know what to expect. </p> | ||
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| September 9, 2024 - September 30, 2024: Application window | ||
| September 10, 2024 - September 30, 2024: Application window | ||
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| <p>Be sure to apply before the application deadline! Late applications will not be accepted and all applications submitted before applications closed will be considered equally.</p> | ||
| <p>Be sure to apply before the application deadline! Late applications will not be accepted. All applications submitted before application deadline will be considered equally.</p> | ||
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| October 2024: Resume review | ||
| October 2024 - January 2025: Candidate qualification | ||
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| <p> Once the application window closes, our multi-hurdle qualification process will begin with our HR team conducting eligibility and resume review. Candidates who make it past initial review will move on to the written assessment stage of qualification.</p> | ||
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| <p><strong>Qualification</strong></p> | ||
| <p>Once the application window closes, , our multi-hurdle qualification process will begin. Only candidates who move through all hurdles and are deemed qualified will be considered for conversations with agency partners. </p> | ||
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| <p><strong>Resume review</strong></p> | ||
| <p> The first hurdle of qualification is the GSA HR team conducting eligibility and resume review. Please review the specialized experience and IT competencies <a href="{{site.baseurl}}/apply/#:~:text=they%20are%20matched.-,Expertise,-To%20minimally%20qualify">listed above</a>. Candidates who make it past initial review will move on to the written assessment stage of qualification.</p> | ||
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| <p><strong>Written assessment</strong></p> | ||
| <p> All candidates who meet initial qualification will receive one week to complete a written assessment consisting of scored and unscored questions. Submissions will be reviewed and scored by subject matter experts.</p> | ||
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| October 2024 - November 2024: Written assessment | ||
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| <p> All candidates who meet initial qualification will receive one week to complete a written assessment consisting of scored and unscored questions. Submissions will be reviewed and scored by subject matter experts.</p> | ||
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| December 2024-January 2025: PIF interviews | ||
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| <p>As the final hurdle in our qualification process, candidates who score highly on the written assessment will advance to PIF interviews which include questions regarding skills (your self-identified area of expertise), core competencies (behavioral questions, leadership, and/or navigating ambiguity), and core values (including diversity, equity, and inclusion). The PIF team will provide questions in advance of interviews to allow candidates time to prepare. </p> | ||
| <p>All interviews occur virtually and are typically scheduled for 1 hour. We offer live captioning and other accessibility assistance to all candidates.</p> | ||
| <p><strong>PIF interviews</strong></p> | ||
| <p>As the final hurdle in our <strong>qualification</strong> process, candidates who score highly on the written assessment will advance to PIF interviews which include questions regarding skills (your self-identified area of expertise), core competencies (behavioral questions, leadership, and/or navigating ambiguity), and core values (including diversity, equity, and inclusion). The PIF team will provide questions in advance of interviews to allow candidates time to prepare. </p> | ||
| <p>All interviews occur virtually and are typically scheduled for 1 hour. We offer live captioning and other accessibility assistance to all candidates upon request.</p> | ||
| <p><strong>Accessibility:</strong>If you are selected to interview, a member of our Talent Team will be in touch to ensure any accessibility considerations are covered. We typically conduct interviews as video calls, however, we realize that this option may not accommodate everyone’s needs. Throughout the hiring process, please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have a preferred method of communication and we will work with you to create a positive experience. If you require accommodations, please contact us directly at [email protected] at least 24-48 hours in advance of your scheduled interview.</p> | ||
| <p>Once interviews are completed, our HR team will review all qualification scores and issue a certificate of qualified candidates who can be considered for agency projects.</p> | ||
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| <p>Once interviews are completed, our HR team will review all qualification scores and issue a certificate of qualified candidates who can be <strong>considered</strong> for agency projects.</p> | ||
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| February 2025: Agency interviews | ||
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| <p>Qualified candidates will have an opportunity to interview with PIF host agencies and project teams based on mutual interest and alignment of skill sets. Candidates at this stage will receive additional information about specific agency projects.</p> | ||
| <p><strong>Agency Conversations</strong></p> | ||
| <p>Only qualified candidates (see above) may have an opportunity to speak with PIF host agencies and project teams based on mutual interest and alignment of skill sets. Candidates at this stage will receive additional information about specific agency projects.<strong>Please note: </strong>NOT all qualified candidates will receive the opportunity to speak with agencies due to volume and skill alignment.</p> | ||
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| March 2025: Final selections and tentative offers | ||
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| <p>2025 Fellows will most likely start in June 2025. The exact start date will be announced during the selection process.</p> | ||
| <p>We are targeting a June 2025 start for Fellows. The exact start date will be announced during the selection process.</p> | ||
| <p>PIF augments GSA onboarding with PIF-specific programming during the first week of employment, followed by each PIF onboarding at their respective agencies.</p> | ||
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