An internal or external candidate to fill a GS-15 cadre position.
A Federal Government employee to serve on a two-year reimbursable detail assignment in the ODNI. The detail assignment may be extended an additional year if all parties agree.
Summary
Position Information
This is an opportunity for:
An internal or external candidate to fill a GS-15 cadre position.
A Federal Government employee to serve on a two-year reimbursable detail assignment in the ODNI. The detail assignment may be extended an additional year if all parties agree.
The Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence community (IC IG) was established within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) by the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010. The IC IG's organizational divisions include Audit, Investigations, Inspections and Evaluations, Mission Support, the Center for Protected Disclosures, and Counsel to the Inspector General.
The Mission Support Division provides management and administrative support to the entire IC IG office. The Mission Support Division is composed of multidisciplinary officers who provide expertise in financial management; human capital and talent management; facilities and logistics management; continuity of operations; administration; classification; Freedom of Information ACT and Privacy Act requests; information technology; communications; and, quality assurance. The Division also provides executive support to the Intelligence Community Inspectors General Forum and its associated committees.
Major Duties and Responsibilities (MDRs)
- Serve as the principal advisor to the Inspector General (IG), the Principal Deputy IG, and management on assigned communications support tasks.
- Lead the IC IG's media relations and outreach initiatives. Serve as one of the organization's primary spokespersons and work closely with all IC IG representatives to deliver the right message and ensure consistent branding.
- Strengthen the IC IG's brand equity across the Intelligence Community (IC) and in the public domain to elevate the organization's presence.
- Identify key strategic IC IG objectives and develop, implement, manage, and evaluate internal and external communication plans to actively engage employees and external stakeholders in the achievement of those organizational objectives.
- Advocate for improved communication practices and advise IC IG leadership on ways to improve employee and external stakeholder engagement and communication. Seek out and identify proactive engagement opportunities that promote open and honest communication.
- Research, write, review, coordinate and edit material proposed for public release to ensure accuracy, clarity, completeness, timeliness, and consistency with IC IG and ODNI policies.
- Manage the IC IG's public relations initiatives and work closely with the ODNI's public affairs office, as appropriate, to coordinate public affairs activities, including prepublication reviews, speaking engagements, email alerts, website content, and responses to media inquiries.
- Initiate, cultivate, and maintain productive working relationships with other communications organizations in the IC, and as appropriate, members of the media, community leaders, policy groups, and/or concerned constituencies to provide information about the IC IG mission, programs, and activities.
- Advise and assist IC IG staff members with preparations for public interactions; develop and implement training to inform IC IG staff on how to deliver the IC IG's message in a variety of contexts.
- Identify, implement, and enhance communication channels and methods to promote the IC IG mission, objectives, and successes, including a dynamic internet platform and website.
- Monitor and analyze public reaction and understanding of the IC IG and develop recommendations to more effectively communicate key messages to the public.
Current GS employees at the same grade or up to one grade lower than the advertised position grade may apply.
Former members of the Peace Corps may be considered for ODNI employment only if five full years have elapsed since separation from the Peace Corps.
For a cadre assignment:
Current ODNI permanent cadre.
Current ODNI Staff Reserve Employees. (A staff reserve employee who currently occupies this position may not apply.)
Current Federal Government employees. (Current GS employees in the grades of GS-14 thru GS-15 may apply.)
Candidates outside the Federal Government.
For a detailee assignment:
Current Federal Government employees. (Current GS in the grades of GS-14 thru GS-15 may apply.)
Qualifications
Mandatory Technical Competencies
- Broad knowledge of the mission, organization, and functions of the IC IG, ODNI, and IC.
- Ability to foster trust within the IC IG and with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to exemplify IC IG core values of Integrity, Independence, Commitment, Diversity, and Transparency.
- Experience working with the media, including general media (newspaper and television) and web-based outlets.
- Superior analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to think strategically, make decisions, and develop and disseminate informational materials to the general public, agency employees, and other stakeholders.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to conduct independent research, filter and synthesize data, and produce clear, logical, and concise products.
- Superior project management skills and demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously with high-quality results.
- Strong interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others with the ability to listen, clarify, and integrate to build upon diverse opinions and conflicting interests to obtain buy-in at all levels.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Experience: Applicant must have at least four (4) years of public affairs experience. GS-14 applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-15 grade in the Federal service.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Education
Education: Formal education in a communications related field.
Additional information
Salary Determination
The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to the individual. A selected ODNI candidate or other Federal Government candidate will be assigned to the position at the employee's current GS grade and salary.
For a selected non-Federal Government candidate, salary will be established within the salary range listed above, based on education and experience.
A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at his or her current grade and salary.
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.
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.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
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.
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.
APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Your application MUST be received by midnight on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.
All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.
To verify receipt of your application package ONLY, you may call 301-243-1318
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
WHERE TO SUBMIT:Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classifiedJobsDNIwebsite. Current ODNI Cadre who do not have access to internal systems should follow the instructions below for detail applicants outside the IC.
External Candidates:
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship.
Successful completion of CI polygraph and background investigation.
Successful completion of an ODNI medical screening.
A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
A complete application must include:
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
SF-50 (if applicable): Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
WHERE TO SUBMIT: External Candidates must submit an application through www.intelligencecareers.gov. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Current Federal Employees within the Intelligence Community (IC) Applying for a Detail Assignment: Applicants from federal agencies within the Intelligence Community (IC) may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency. Applicants must have current TS/SCI clearances with polygraph or have the ability to obtain one. The ODNI does not conduct polygraphs or provide security clearances for detailees. Applicants from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website.
Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC Applying for a Detail Assignment:
A complete application package must include:
WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT from the employing agency concurring with the detail
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
SF-50 (if applicable): Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
WHERE TO SUBMIT: Applications should be sent to either DNI_COO_TM_HR_OPS_TEAM_B_WMA@cia.ic. (classified email system) or Recruitment_TeamB@dni.gov (unclassified email system). Applicants submitting via JWICS are requested to submit their materials to both zackern@dni.ic.gov (Natalia Z.), andburgeal@dni.ic.gov (Alisa B.) in lieu of the group address above. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Your application MUST be received by midnight on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.
All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Applications submitted through the classified email system should NOT contain classified information above the TS//SI/TK//NOFORN level.
To verify receipt of your application package ONLY, you may call 301-243-1318
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
WHERE TO SUBMIT:Internal ODNI Cadre Candidates must submit an application through the classifiedJobsDNIwebsite. Current ODNI Cadre who do not have access to internal systems should follow the instructions below for detail applicants outside the IC.
External Candidates:
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship.
Successful completion of CI polygraph and background investigation.
Successful completion of an ODNI medical screening.
A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
A complete application must include:
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
SF-50 (if applicable): Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
WHERE TO SUBMIT: External Candidates must submit an application through www.intelligencecareers.gov. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Current Federal Employees within the Intelligence Community (IC) Applying for a Detail Assignment: Applicants from federal agencies within the Intelligence Community (IC) may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency. Applicants must have current TS/SCI clearances with polygraph or have the ability to obtain one. The ODNI does not conduct polygraphs or provide security clearances for detailees. Applicants from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website.
Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC Applying for a Detail Assignment:
A complete application package must include:
WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT from the employing agency concurring with the detail
RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement. All applicants must address the Mandatory Technical Competencies and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
SF-50 (if applicable): Current or former Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
WHERE TO SUBMIT: Applications should be sent to either DNI_COO_TM_HR_OPS_TEAM_B_WMA@cia.ic. (classified email system) or Recruitment_TeamB@dni.gov (unclassified email system). Applicants submitting via JWICS are requested to submit their materials to both zackern@dni.ic.gov (Natalia Z.), andburgeal@dni.ic.gov (Alisa B.) in lieu of the group address above. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
