Auctions Operations and Outreach Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Office of Economics and Analytics (OEA) within the Auctions Division in Gettysburg, PA. RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS.

Duties

The incumbent of this position serves as an Auctions Operations and Outreach Specialist engaging in a variety of operational activities at every stage of the auctions process, including by supporting the legal team in the drafting and preparation of complex public notices, configuring auction applications, identifying, evaluating and coordinating auctions and outreach for the Auctions Division of the Office of Economics and Analytics. Requirements

See "Qualifications". Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Applicants must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Current Federal employees asking to be considered under Merit Promotion procedures must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. QUALIFICATION CRITERIA Candidates must meet all of the following qualification criteria in order to be eligible for referral to the selecting official: Specialized Experience or Education and/or a Combination of Both Education and Specialized Experience; and Required Competencies If you qualify by virtue of education alone for the GS-9 and/or the GS-11 grade levels, transcripts must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. If transcripts are not submitted, your application will be rated as ineligible. GS-9 Candidates may qualify by virtue of education, specialized experience and/or a combination of both education and specialized experience. A. Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. OR B. Specialized Experience Candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as follows: 1. Preparation and review of routine public notices. 2. Reviewing and editing materials designed to provide education and support to the public on the use of government systems. 3. Supporting outreach efforts by communicating with the public, auction applicants, and bidders; providing customer service; and responding to inquiries regarding auction programs and procedures. OR C. Combination of education and experience GS-11 A. Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related OR B. Specialized Experience Candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as follows: 1. Supporting the legal teams in the drafting, preparation, and review of complex public notices related to auction programs, ensuring that content is accurate, clear, and consistent with applicable policies and procedures. 2. Creating, reviewing and editing auction-related educational materials to communicate program requirements, procedures, and guidance effectively to internal and external audiences. 3. Providing comprehensive support to outreach efforts by communication with the public, auction applicants, and or bidders; delivering customer service; and responding to inquiries by explaining auction program requirements, procedures, and guidance. OR C. Combination of education and experience GS-12 Candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as follows: 1. Supporting the legal teams in the drafting, preparation, and review of complex public notices related to auction programs, ensuring that content is accurate, clear, and consistent with applicable policies and procedures. 2. Creating, reviewing and editing auction-related educational materials to communicate program requirements, procedures, and guidance effectively to internal and external audiences. 3. Providing comprehensive support to outreach efforts by communication with the public, auction applicants, and or bidders; delivering customer service; and responding to inquiries by explaining auction program requirements, procedures, and guidance. 4. Administering auctions, providing guidance to bidders on auction rules and/or procedures. There is no substitution of education for specialized experience. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: 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. SME REVIEW In addition to meeting the education and/or specialized experience requirements, candidate's resumes must demonstrate the competencies for each grade listed below. Subject matter experts will conduct a scored, competency based resume review. Candidates must receive a score of 90 or above in order to be eligible for referral to the selecting official for hiring consideration. GS-9 COMPETENCIES Knowledge of spectrum auction concepts and other rules, regulations, policies and procedures to administer the auctions program. Knowledge of the auctions program to assist the project leader to coordinate auction activities and direct the work of others. GS-11 COMPETENCIES Knowledge of spectrum auction concepts and other rules, regulations, policies and procedures to administer the auctions program. Knowledge of the auctions program to assist the project leader to coordinate auction activities and direct the work of others. Knowledge of auction IT systems to conduct auctions and resolve problems. GS-12 COMPETENCIES Knowledge of spectrum auction concepts and other rules, regulations, policies and procedures to administer the auctions program. Knowledge of the auctions program to assist the project leader to coordinate auction activities and direct the work of others. Knowledge of auction IT systems to conduct auctions and resolve problems. Knowledge of written communications principles and techniques to review and edit written documents such as public notices, fact sheets, correspondence and other complex documents on the auctions program and other matters for presentation to the general public and especially to the communications industry.

Education

If applicable, see "Qualifications". How You Will Be Evaluated

As this position is being advertised under DEU and Merit Promotion hiring procedures, applicants will be rated on the extent and quality of experience and education relevant to the duties of the position using the hiring procedures outlined below. In compliance with the OPM Merit Hiring Plan requirements, please be advised that candidates will not be evaluated, selected or hired based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Optional Four Essay Questions At the time of application, applicants have the option of answering the following four short, free-response essay questions. 1. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. 2. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. 3. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you, and explain how you would help implement them if hired. 4. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples, and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position. Applicants will be required to certify that they are using their own words, and did not use a consultant or AI (such as a large language model [LLM]). The responses to each question cannot exceed 200 words per question. DEU What is the Rule of Many If you ask to be considered under DEU, the FCC adheres to the Rule of Many. The Rule of Many means that more than one applicant can be referred to the hiring manager, not just the top few, nor will candidates be placed into scored qualification categories (i.e. Best Qualified, Fully Qualified, Minimally Qualified). Everyone who meets minimum qualifications and scores 90 or higher may be referred, even if many applicants qualify. There is no fixed limit on how many people can be referred. What This Means for Applicants You do not need to be the highest scorer You must meet the qualification criteria and receive a score of 90 or above Multiple applicants can be considered fairly Selection is based on overall qualifications, not just test scores Veterans preference applies Merit Promotion If you ask to be considered under Merit Promotion, you will be considered in accordance with the agency's merit promotion plan and union agreement. Time in grade restrictions apply. Under Merit Promotion procedures, applicants must meet the qualifications criteria and receive a score of 90 or above in order to be deemed as Best Qualified. Candidates who ask to be considered non-competitively must receive a score of at least 70. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Benefits

The FCC offers a wide range of employee benefits, including: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Care Insurance Holidays and Leave Retirement Thrift Savings Plan Transit Benefit Alternative Work Schedule Telecommuting Other Information

EEO Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Veterans Information Legal and Regulatory Guidance Other: - Before hiring, an agency will ask you to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. The agency will also ask you to sign and certify the accuracy of all the information in your application. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be fined or jailed. If you are a male over age 18 who was born after December 31, 1959, you must have registered with the Selective Service System (or have an exemption) to be eligible for a Federal job. - If applicable, you will be required to serve a trial period of one year. - In order for you to be employed at the FCC, there are certain Commission and Federal laws governing the financial interests of you and members of your immediate family. If selected for the position, you must submit a financial disclosure statement upon assuming the position.