PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Summary

You will serve as a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST in the Public Affairs and Outreach Directorate (N01P), Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (COMUSFLTFORCOM) in Norfolk, Virginia, of COMMANDER US FLEET FORCES COMMAND.

Duties

• You will be involved with the internet, directing, managing and coordinating digital media programs and special projects at USFFC and throughout the area of responsibility.
• You will evaluate and analyze information USFFC's communication programs, and provide guidance, advice, and assistance to USFFC staff and subordinate commands.
• You will ensure proactive, effective communication efforts that conform to DON and USFFC policies and regulations.
• You will monitor, evaluate, and provide advice and assistance regarding subordinate command public information programs to ensure effectiveness of overall command digital media programs.
• You will develop campaign plans to disseminate information about USFFC and Navy’s programs.
• You will plan, administer, and coordinate public information activities for USFFC and subordinate activities, serving as the primary technical expert in preparation and release of information to the public directly through digital media.
• You will independently research and provide guidance to sub-commands to ensure their social media sites are aligned and conform to DON and USFFC policies and regulations, and also, aligned with Commander's Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles.
• You will create, edit, and post video productions, podcasts, on-line photography and news stories, using independent initiative and decision-making after careful analysis of mission, vision, strategies and tactics.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the (GS-12) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: . Expertise in developing and executing digital media strategies, including managing websites, social media platforms, and other mass communication technologies to disseminate information to a global audience. Experience in web design and development, including content management systems (CMS), HTML, and ensuring compliance with Section 508 and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Experience in creating a wide range of public affairs materials, including press releases, articles, and visual content, and to provide strategic communication support during exercises and crisis operations. Experience in conducting media monitoring and analysis to measure the effectiveness of communication strategies, identify information gaps, and counter misinformation. Experience in policies and regulations governing the dissemination of public information. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: AUDIO, VISUAL, AND MULTIMEDIA PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT COMMUNICATION PLANNING PUBLIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS STRATEGIC THINKING WRITTEN COMMUNICATION This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: USA Hire and Structure Resume Review. The USA Hire Assessments includes a cut score based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical general competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score or fail to complete the assessment. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Other Information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.