The All of Us Research Program is seeking health communications specialist candidates for our Public Relations team. All of Us aims to partner with at least 1 million people across the United States to build one of the largest, most diverse datasets of its kind. The Public Relations team looks to build awareness of the program across national audiences. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of earned media success, strong writing skills, and a collaborative, strategic mindset.
The All of Us Research Program is seeking health communications specialist candidates for our Public Relations team. All of Us aims to partner with at least 1 million people across the United States to build one of the largest, most diverse datasets of its kind. The Public Relations team looks to build awareness of the program across national audiences. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of earned media success, strong writing skills, and a collaborative, strategic mindset.
You must be a current or former federal employee eligible to apply under merit promotion procedures or otherwise be eligible as a status applicant (e.g. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act) OR be an individual who is eligible through an OPM interchange agreement or for a non-competitive appointment.
In order to qualify for a Health Communications Specialist at the GS-11 level, you must:
A. I qualify for this position at the GS-11 level because I have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related.
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B. I qualify for this position at the GS-11 level because I have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: designing and writing a variety of health and science communications materials and products; responding to inquiries on complex and/or controversial issues, including media inquiries; AND collecting and analyzing data to evaluate effectiveness of communication strategies.
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C. I qualify for this position at the GS-11 level because I have a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.
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D. My experience and/or education do not match the choices above.
In order to qualify for the Health Communications Specialist position at the GS-12 level, you must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: developing and presenting a variety of health and science communications materials and products; responding to inquiries regarding complex and/or controversial issues, including media inquiries; modifying standard communication practices and approaches to increase awareness among a variety of audiences; collecting, summarizing, and analyzing data to assess effectiveness of communications strategies and advising campaign leads (or equivalent) to modify strategies; AND assisting in developing social marketing campaigns for mass communications.
In order to qualify for a Health Communications Specialist position a the GS-13 level, you must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: developing and executing a variety of health and science communications materials and products; responding to inquiries regarding complex and/or controversial issues, including media inquiries; modifying standard communication practices and approaches to increase awareness among a variety of audiences; evaluating and reporting on the overall the effectiveness communications campaigns or programs; AND providing recommendations to senior management regarding new social media strategies on communication and media activities.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12146266
If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
RESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the USAJOBS online Resume Builder. If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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, please read and follow all instructions in this announcement, complete the online application, and submit the documentation specified in the "Required Documents" section. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on 10/27/2023 to receive consideration.
HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, researches emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats.
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