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Position Title
Public Affairs Specialist
Agency
National Park Service
Announcement Number
WO-1614-COMM-18-10184757-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, April 9, 2018 to Monday, April 23, 2018
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Social Media Specialist position with the National Park Service. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Social Media Specialist work at the GS-11 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.
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2. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Social Media Specialist work at the GS-12 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Implement a social media strategy for an organization with a national or broader audience.
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4. Use digital images, video, and electronically produced graphics to create original content.
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5. Translate general communications messages into engaging social media interactions between an organization and its audiences.
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6. Ensure social media content meets policy and legal requirements, including Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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7. Compile and evaluate social media analytics data and user feedback to understand use trends and content effectiveness to recommend or implement necessary changes.
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8. Write social media content and other documents that are accurate and have the right tone for the intended audience.
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9. Writer and edit social media content and other documents for appropriate style, grammar, and clarity using plain language.
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10. Write social media content and other documents that meet organization standards.
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11. Develop, evaluate, and implement social media strategies that contain procedures and guidelines.
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12. Integrate social media into broader communications efforts and plans.
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13. Present and discuss technical concepts and make concise recommendations, orally and in writing, to management.
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14. Troubleshoot issues and devise on-the-spot, creative, diplomatic solutions.
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15. Understand economic, political, and social trends that affect the organization.
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16. Lead a multi-disciplinary team.
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17. Provide technical advice and best practices about social media.
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18. Train others to use approved third-party social media platforms
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19. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues.
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20. Display high standards of ethical conduct and understand the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others.
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21. Adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
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