This
position is within the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Legislative Affairs and Communications (OLAC) located in Alexandria, VA. OLAC facilitates connections and conversations between OIG leadership, managers, employees, and other stakeholders to build relationships based on trust and credibility.
The purpose of the position is to tell the DoD OIG story using all available communications tools and channels and to ensure the continuous information flow between DoD OIG leadership, its workforce, and external audiences. The incumbent will develop, maintain, and deliver agency-wide communications messages and work products using a variety of communications channels and tactics that support overall communications goals.
Salary Information GS-12: $79,720.00 - $103,639.00/per year GS-13: $94,796.00 - $123,234.00/per year
Summary
This
position is within the Department of Defense (DoD), Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Office of Legislative Affairs and Communications (OLAC) located in Alexandria, VA. OLAC facilitates connections and conversations between OIG leadership, managers, employees, and other stakeholders to build relationships based on trust and credibility.
The purpose of the position is to tell the DoD OIG story using all available communications tools and channels and to ensure the continuous information flow between DoD OIG leadership, its workforce, and external audiences. The incumbent will develop, maintain, and deliver agency-wide communications messages and work products using a variety of communications channels and tactics that support overall communications goals.
Salary Information GS-12: $79,720.00 - $103,639.00/per year GS-13: $94,796.00 - $123,234.00/per year
As a Public Affairs Specialist, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Develops and manages
communications plans, strategies, and tactics to inform and educate audiences
about the DoD OIG's complex oversight mission and values and how the agency
supports the Department of Defense's mission.
Analyzes trends to
determine communication needs, develops tactics to meet those needs, and
assesses the impact of proposed and/or ongoing activities on the OIG's brand.
Responsible for writing and
editing articles for internal and external web content. Written articles may be
original products developed from interviews and research.
Establishes and maintains
close working relationships with key staff members from the DoD OIG Component
and Office leadership and staff to accomplish agency-wide projects, often balancing
multiple projects under time-critical situations.
Coordinates the release of
information on DoD OIG Intranet (workforce) sites and DoD OIG Internet (public
web) sites to ensure content meets communication goals and messages.
Interacts with members of
the news media and the public to inform and educate audiences about the DoD
OIG's complex oversight mission and values and how the agency supports the Department
of Defense's mission.
Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Other Position Requirements
Position
has been designated as Non-critical Sensitive; incumbent is
required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Incumbent
is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to
appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service
with DoD OIG.
U.S.
Citizenship is required for this position.
Up to 10% temporary duty (TDY) travel may be required.
Permanent
Change of Duty (PCS—Relocation) expenses WILL NOT
be paid.
Recruitment
incentives MAY
be authorized; their use will be determined based on mission requirements
and availability of funds.
If
you have not previously successfully completed a probationary period with the
Federal Government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period.
Position(s)
may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the
Priority Placement Program.
This
job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90
calendar days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
You will be required
to complete a two year trial period based on Excepted Service appointment types such, Schedule A, Other Special Hiring Authorities, etc.
Qualifications
GS-12 The applicant must have 52 weeks of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Demonstrated ability to write in a variety of styles for a variety of
formats to present information that is accurate, grammatically correct, timely,
appropriate for the medium, and is engaging. 2) Demonstrated ability to
interact with members of the news media and the public to respond to inquiries
and engage in proactive communication. 3) Experience in employee
communications/command information, knowledge of publications software and
processes, and knowledge of graphic design. 4) Demonstrated ability to use computer graphic
software to enhance, crop or otherwise manipulate schematic drawings,
illustrations, maps, charts, and photographs to be used in agency publications.
5) Demonstrated proofreading and copy editing skills; knowledge of the AP Stylebook.
GS-13 The applicant must have 52 weeks of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Mastery of written communication styles to prepare content for
delivery in a variety of formats. Information is accurate, grammatically
correct, timely, appropriate for the medium, and is engaging. 2) Expert ability
to interact with members of the news media and the public to respond to
inquiries and engage in proactive communication. 3) Mastery of communication
methods and techniques to present information clearly and at an appropriate
level for the intended audience. 4) Expert ability to use computer graphic
software to enhance, crop or otherwise manipulate schematic drawings,
illustrations, maps, charts, and photographs to be used in agency publications.
5) Expert proofreading and copy editing skills; knowledge of AP Stylebook.
Candidates will be further evaluated on the level and quality of their experience and possession of the following relevant competencies in order to determine the level of your qualifications. These competencies include:
Mastery of written communication methods and techniques including expert knowledge of correct grammar usage, punctuation, and spelling.
Strong proofreading and copy editing skills; expert knowledge of AP Stylebook.
Skill in communications needed to analyze, categorize and prioritize large volumes of complex and technical information in order to develop clear, concise and effective communications products.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Expert skill in interacting with members of the news media to respond to inquiries and engage in proactive media relations work.
Knowledge of desktop publishing in a variety of formats. Proficient with desktop publishing software.
Experience in employee communications/command information, knowledge of publications software and processes, and knowledge of graphic design.
Applicants who have
held a non-temporary General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks
must meet the Time in Grade Restriction.
All
qualification and Time in Grade requirements must be met by the closing
date of this announcement
Education
There is no education requirement at this grade level.
Additional information
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of
Defense referral system for displaced employees.
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.
Working for OIG offers a comprehensive benefits
package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance,
health benefits and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usa.gov/Federal-Employees/Benefits.shtml.
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.
You will be assessed to the extent to which you possess the competencies listed in the "Qualifications" section above and ultimately placed into one of three quality category levels: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Applicants will receive further consideration in accordance with category rating procedures.
Best-Qualified: This highest category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, including all selective placement factors and appropriate quality ranking factor(s), as determined by the job analysis.
Highly-Qualified: This higher category will be used for those candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that exceed the minimum qualifications of the position, as determined by the job analysis.
Qualified: This lowest category will be used for those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications of the position and are proficient in some, but not all, of the requirements of the position. Candidates may require extensive training and/or orientation in order to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position.
During further evaluation, you may be asked to provide additional information or participate in other methods of assessment, such as structured interviews. Individuals who are subject matter experts in the requirements of this position may participate in further evaluations.
Your responses will be carefully reviewed and must be supported by factual information in your resume. Inflating or otherwise enhancing your qualifications and errors or omissions may result in loss of further consideration.
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.
Working for OIG offers a comprehensive benefits
package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance,
health benefits and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usa.gov/Federal-Employees/Benefits.shtml.
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.
· Resume showing relevant
experience (cover letter optional). Resume should include the following: where
you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address,
supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week
and salary;
· Completed assessment
questionnaire;
·
Copy of
your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which documents
current Competitive (#1 on block 34 of SF-50) position occupied. If the
position currently occupied is Excepted Service (#2 on block 34 of SF-50), you
must provide documentation, a SF-50, that provides proof that you've held
a permanent position with career or career-conditional status.
·
To claim veterans' preference,
submit a DD-214 indicating the most recent dates of service, character
of service and type of discharge. To claim 10% or more disability, submit a VA
certification letter in addition to a DD-214. (If selected, a completed
SF-15 will be required prior to your entrance on duty.). Future military retirees can submit a "Statement of
Service" only if retirement DD 214 or proof of transitional leave is not yet
available. The "Statement of Service" must be signed by, or by
direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or
higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your
rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of
service (i.e. honorable).
· Interagency Career Transition
Assistance Program (ICTAP): Provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with
selection priority over other candidates for competitive service
vacancies. Applicants must be well-qualified, which is defined as meeting
all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well
as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements
for the position established by the Best Qualified category definition. You
must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for this program: a
separation notice, a SF-50 documenting separation; an agency certification that
you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM
notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; or a Military
Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5
U.S.C. Section 8337(h) or Section 8456. Information about ICTAP eligibility is
on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
· Any additional documentation that
would provide proof of your eligibility category for which you are applying.
Required documents are listed next to the eligibility category in the "Other
Information" section below.
Submission of a resume alone is NOT a complete
application. This position may require the completion of additional form/s
and/or supplemental materials. Failure to provide the required information
and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for
employment.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the
occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the
Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, August 18, 2017 to receive consideration.
•To begin, click Apply Online to create a
USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to
select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the
occupational questionnaire.
•Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
•It is your responsibility to ensure your responses
and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
•To verify your application is complete, log into
your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application
Status link and then select the more information link for this
position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the
documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has
sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several
hours to clear the virus scan process.
•To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account
and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must
re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your
application will be incomplete.
Faxing
Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to
apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of
your application.
NOTE: If you
applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper
application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may
result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire
online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1990900.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of
your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM
(EST) on Friday, August 18, 2017 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax
confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and
submit via fax:
3. Fax all
six pages of the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to
1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax
transmission.
DFAS Office of Inspector General DFAS OIG
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Indianapolis, IN 46249
Next steps
When
your application package has been reviewed, you will receive an email
advising whether or not you were determined to be best qualified and referred
to the hiring manager. Referred candidates may be contracted for an
interview. You will be notified when the selection process is complete.
To
check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete
application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and
click on the more information link under the application status for this
position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
· Resume showing relevant
experience (cover letter optional). Resume should include the following: where
you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address,
supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week
and salary;
· Completed assessment
questionnaire;
·
Copy of
your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which documents
current Competitive (#1 on block 34 of SF-50) position occupied. If the
position currently occupied is Excepted Service (#2 on block 34 of SF-50), you
must provide documentation, a SF-50, that provides proof that you've held
a permanent position with career or career-conditional status.
·
To claim veterans' preference,
submit a DD-214 indicating the most recent dates of service, character
of service and type of discharge. To claim 10% or more disability, submit a VA
certification letter in addition to a DD-214. (If selected, a completed
SF-15 will be required prior to your entrance on duty.). Future military retirees can submit a "Statement of
Service" only if retirement DD 214 or proof of transitional leave is not yet
available. The "Statement of Service" must be signed by, or by
direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or
higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your
rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of
service (i.e. honorable).
· Interagency Career Transition
Assistance Program (ICTAP): Provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with
selection priority over other candidates for competitive service
vacancies. Applicants must be well-qualified, which is defined as meeting
all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well
as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements
for the position established by the Best Qualified category definition. You
must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for this program: a
separation notice, a SF-50 documenting separation; an agency certification that
you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM
notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; or a Military
Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5
U.S.C. Section 8337(h) or Section 8456. Information about ICTAP eligibility is
on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
· Any additional documentation that
would provide proof of your eligibility category for which you are applying.
Required documents are listed next to the eligibility category in the "Other
Information" section below.
Submission of a resume alone is NOT a complete
application. This position may require the completion of additional form/s
and/or supplemental materials. Failure to provide the required information
and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for
employment.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the
occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the
Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, August 18, 2017 to receive consideration.
•To begin, click Apply Online to create a
USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to
select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the
occupational questionnaire.
•Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
•It is your responsibility to ensure your responses
and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
•To verify your application is complete, log into
your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application
Status link and then select the more information link for this
position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the
documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has
sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several
hours to clear the virus scan process.
•To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account
and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must
re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your
application will be incomplete.
Faxing
Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to
apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of
your application.
NOTE: If you
applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper
application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may
result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire
online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1990900.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of
your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM
(EST) on Friday, August 18, 2017 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax
confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and
submit via fax:
3. Fax all
six pages of the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to
1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax
transmission.
DFAS Office of Inspector General DFAS OIG
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
Indianapolis, IN 46249
Next steps
When
your application package has been reviewed, you will receive an email
advising whether or not you were determined to be best qualified and referred
to the hiring manager. Referred candidates may be contracted for an
interview. You will be notified when the selection process is complete.
To
check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete
application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and
click on the more information link under the application status for this
position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
