- Position Title
- Public Affairs Specialist
- Agency
- Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency
- Announcement Number
- CIGIE-20-10613440-DE-OPM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, October 28, 2019 to Friday, November 8, 2019
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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.
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.
3.
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:
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.
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.
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.
Assessment 1
Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in determining your eligibility to be considered for the position. Choose the response that best represents your education, experience, and training. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. It is important to note that all of your responses are subject to review and verification against the information you provided in your resume and/or supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you will be rated ineligible or your score will be lowered.
This section will be used to determine if you possess the minimum qualifications needed to qualify for a Public Affairs Specialist, GS-1035-11 position. IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience described below. If qualifying based on education, a copy of your transcripts must be provided with your application. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Read all responses before making your selection. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one statement that most accurately describes the experience and/or education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position at the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service. Read all responses before making your selection.
2.
What type of media do you have significant experience with and have utilized to execute strategies to publicize information? (Select all that apply.)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience, education and/or training carrying out each task using the scale provided. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Participate in the overall formulation of policies and programs that will promote public understanding of organizational programs, policies and decisions.
4.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Identify communication objectives, messages, target audiences, and appropriate media and develop information materials to fill those needs.
6.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Participate in strategic communications planning to improve media relations and internal and external communications.
8.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Provide information to media concerning recent events and news items.
10.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Develop strategies and techniques for disseminating information.
12.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Apply knowledge of desktop publishing, photo editing, video and multimedia software used to create information products for print or web-based media.
14.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Prepare messages and other content, including supporting photos or graphics, video clips for posting to websites using photo or video editing or web development software.
16.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Utilize media technologies such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and blogs to present information to a variety of individuals and groups who have varying knowledge levels, priorities, and interests with logic and clarity.
18.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Evaluate the effectiveness of public affairs and communications programs by analyzing feedback from target audiences to develop recommendations for improvement of public affairs programs.
20.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Perform recurring public affairs operations involving public information, internal relations or community relations programs for a large organization.
22.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Uses digital photography equipment and editing software to produce quality images for use in public information presentations and materials.
24.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
25.
Communicate verbally using tact and diplomacy when meeting and dealing with a variety of individuals and interest groups at various levels in public and private sectors, to convey information that is often controversial and complex.
26.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
27.
Interview and confer with program specialists to obtain latest information to be used in news releases, video and radio programs, articles, and meetings with media representatives.
28.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
29.
Provide guidance to management officials concerning procedures for responding to specific requests from the media.
30.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
31.
Answer general correspondence and telephone inquiries in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
32.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
33.
Write and edit press releases, press advisories, speeches, scripts, statements, and other materials that dealt with issues of significant importance to an organization and which often require confidentiality.
34.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
35.
Respond in writing to questions concerning governmental or organizational policies, programs, or decisions, and logically and effectively explain those actions to facilitate public understanding and support.
36.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
37.
Exercise tact and diplomacy when corresponding in writing with a variety of individuals and interest groups at various levels in public and private sectors to convey information.
38.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
39.
Assist in developing new informational materials, e.g., news releases, fact sheets, brochures, booklets, etc., to increase communication with the organizations various publics.
40.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
41.
Develop written articles or news stories that were informational in nature.
42.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
43.
Analyze information and develop technically and grammatically correct materials for presentation to lay audiences.
44.
For each response of "D" or "E" above, please specify where this experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, position title & specific employment dates. DO NOT use the narrative box below to document your experience.
As previously explained, your ratings in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume and documents you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, for rating you ineligible, for lowering your score, or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period, or other disciplinary action, including termination. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: understand this warning; have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and demonstrated capability.
45.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for this position. Select the most appropriate response below.