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Public Affairs Specialist

Department of Homeland Security
Department of Homeland Security - Agency Wide
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Summary

This assignment is a 6-to-12-month non-reimbursable assignment.

This assignment is with Homeland Security Investigations which is the lead for the DHS Cyber Crimes Center. This position will support the newly launched DHS Know2Protect campaign to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA). The Know2Protect campaign is part of the DHS Cyber Crimes Center. The position is based in Fairfax, VA but may be conducted remotely.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
07/30/2024 to 07/30/2024
Salary
$112,015 to - $172,075 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13 - 14
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fairfax, VA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Detail
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
JDP-12116647-23-KJ
Control number
747155200

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Clarification from the agency

This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. DHS Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.

Duties

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Summary
This assignment is a 6-month non-reimbursable assignment.

This assignment is with the DHS HQ Office of the Secretary/Homeland Security Investigations, Cyber Crimes Center. This position will support the forthcoming DHS Know2Protect campaign to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA). The position is based in Fairfax, VA for in-person meetings but may be conducted remotely. Remote candidates should expect to be available during Eastern time business hours.

The candidate will serve full-time in this Joint Duty Assignment.

Clarification from the Agency
This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee, you will not be eligible for this position. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) joint duty assignments do not apply to members of the military service or contractors.
Duties
In Spring 2024, DHS launched Know2Protect -- a national public awareness campaign to educate the public and policymakers about the growing threats of online CSEA, how to keep children safe online, how to report suspected online CSEA and locate victim resources. As a Management and Program Analyst, the incumbent will work with the Campaign Director, federal staff, and contract team to support the continued execution of the Know2Protect campaign.
Major Duties
This position will report directly to the Know2Protect Campaign Director and will be responsible for helping to execute the campaign's communications strategies to include the interagency, assist with relationship management of campaign partners and champions; assist with partner activations and launching seasonal sub-campaigns.
The incumbent will:

  • Assist in managing interagency relationships and track their engagement activities with the campaign; represent the campaign on interagency meetings and working groups; develop content for interagency briefings, standing meetings and provide follow-up communications from the campaign.
  • Work with the Know2Protect team to develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies; assist in managing existing partnerships and maintain open lines of communication with Know2Protect partners and champions.
  • Assist in strategy development, project management and execution of Know2Protect sub-campaigns.
  • Demonstrate excellent project management skills, strong writing, editing and oral communications skills, and an understanding of online CSEA mission set.
  • Apply a substantial knowledge of communications and plain language principals to create clear, accurate and accessible messages for audiences with diverse interests and backgrounds.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a current permanent Federal employee
  • Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under "required documents" section.
  • Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
  • Must have achieved a minimum of "meet expectations/proficiency" on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
  • Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
  • The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.

Qualifications

Qualifications required:

  1. Minimum of ten years of experience in communications, marketing, engagement, and/or public outreach with the federal government.
  2. Experience with development of communications/community engagement strategies and execution.
  3. Experience managing multiple successful projects while meeting competing deadlines.
  4. Experience with effectively managing and expanding partnerships with interagency and external stakeholders/partners.
  5. Experience and comfortability briefing and advising external and internal stakeholders, including senior executives and political appointees.
  6. Experience editing, drafting, and disseminating diverse materials for a range of audiences.
  7. Experience creating and managing verbal presentations and/or written materials, to include national correspondence operations.
  8. Mastery of a broad range of information sources and analytical methods to research and develop information on programs and policies.
  9. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision, using individual discretion and professional judgment.
  10. Be highly organized and have a demonstrated ability to manage several projects simultaneously while working in a fast-paced, dynamic, evolving environment.

  11. Length of Assignment: 6-12 months, (Detail may be terminated early at discretion of campaign director).
Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application:
It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.

Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
  1. Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job)
  2. Duties (Be specific in describing your duties)
  3. Name of Federal agency
  4. Supervisor name, email, and phone number
  5. Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.

Additional information

**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.

If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.

Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA:

  1. Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
  2. Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include:
    • Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.
    • Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.
    • Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment.

If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

Note: DHS continues to take necessary steps to keep our workforce safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you receive a final Joint Duty Assignment offer to onboard, please complete the onboarding requirements and/or forms and submit them electronically in an expeditious manner. Your start date may be delayed if the action above is not completed.

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