Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist
You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one of the following:
Experience:
One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Preparing, coordinating and editing feature articles and publications that convey information to employees, the general public and specialized target groups relating to the organization's programs, objectives and mission; Developing and writing information material designed to reach local and/or national audiences through news media, radio, television, newspaper and internet; Responding to requests from various media sources; and Providing guidance, assistance and consultation to field offices concerning organizational procedures. Selective Placement Factor(s):
Selective placement factors are applied in the same manner as minimum qualification requirements. Relevant selective placement factor experience must be well documented in your resume. Failure to meet a selective placement factor will result in you not receiving further consideration. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following selective placement factor(s):
Experience supervising a group of employees performing work at the GS-13 and GS-14 levels, (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) AND Experience in media relations as an agency or organizational spokesperson (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) OR Experience as a journalist or reporter for a commercial news organization (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer 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. Current or Former Political Appointees:
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Experience:
One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Preparing, coordinating and editing feature articles and publications that convey information to employees, the general public and specialized target groups relating to the organization's programs, objectives and mission; Developing and writing information material designed to reach local and/or national audiences through news media, radio, television, newspaper and internet; Responding to requests from various media sources; and Providing guidance, assistance and consultation to field offices concerning organizational procedures. Selective Placement Factor(s):
Selective placement factors are applied in the same manner as minimum qualification requirements. Relevant selective placement factor experience must be well documented in your resume. Failure to meet a selective placement factor will result in you not receiving further consideration. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following selective placement factor(s):
Experience supervising a group of employees performing work at the GS-13 and GS-14 levels, (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) AND Experience in media relations as an agency or organizational spokesperson (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) OR Experience as a journalist or reporter for a commercial news organization (Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement) National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer 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. Current or Former Political Appointees:
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
- Department:
1035 Public Affairs - Salary Range:
$92,977 to $120,868 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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