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Position Title
Public Affairs Specialist
Agency
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Announcement Number
BIADE-21-11016464-MB Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 to Tuesday, February 23, 2021
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans' Preference? (limit characters)
2. Career Transition Assistance Plan:  Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.   
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3. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).

Verification Form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.  For more information about Indian preference or to obtain BIA Form 4432 application instructions, please visit: https://www.bia.gov/jobs.

I am an Indian Preference eligible candidate.
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4. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?
  • I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
  • I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
  • I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
  • My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility.  All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement. 
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Statements
1. My resume contains hours worked per week for each season and position held. For example, 1 year of experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week (full-time). Part-time hours are prorated. I understand that I will not receive any credit for a position listed that does not include hours worked per week. (limit characters)
2. My resume contains the beginning and ending dates (month/year to month/year) and grade level (if federal service) for each period of work experience/employment. I understand failure to adequately include this information may affect my qualification determination for this announcement. (limit characters)
3. I consent to the release of information about my ability and fitness for Federal employment by employers, schools, law enforcement agencies, and other individuals and organizations to investigators, human resource specialists, and other authorized employees or representatives of the Federal Government. I understand that for some other sources of information, a separate specific release may be needed, and I may be contacted for such a release at a later date. (limit characters)
4. I will provide copies of required documents by the closing date of this announcement. These documents establish my eligibility and qualifications for this position. Examples: SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action (non-award); DD-214 for VEOA consideration; transcripts if applicable. (limit characters)
5. I possess a valid State drivers license. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Public Affairs position with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. (limit characters)
1. I qualify at the GS-12 grade level because:
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Please select the response from the list below that best describes your experience performing each of the following tasks. A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task. B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job. C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Respond to highly visible, often controversial issues of a national interest, and develops recommendations on how to communicate programs more effectively.
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3. Provides guidance to line managers, program leaders, and staff regarding Public Participation, Outreach, and Education.
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4. Integrates social media with the office's traditional media relations program, assisting with the development of contact lists for key state reporters' Twitter and other social media accounts.
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5. Review web and social media analytics to measure reach and effectiveness of video products and uses that information to tailor approach for future video projects and communications campaigns.
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6. Create materials such as news releases; opinion editorials; reports; newsletters; talking points; briefing papers; speeches; web and social media content; and other new information materials.
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7. Coordinate media coverage of issues, programs and activities and work with media representatives to promote timely, accurate and positive, news coverage.
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8. Incorporates and supports national messages in communications and coordinates outreach based on established protocols.
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9. Develops and delivers training to other staff on the use of new media and other web-based communication platforms.
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10. Recommends to management the best use of audiovisual products including the development of electronic press kits and video b-roll packages.
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11. Conducts audience research, develops innovative and creative outreach strategies and tactics, and measures web and social media analytics to determine campaign effectiveness.
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12. Utilizes social media platforms to share critical public information and key messages, while quelling rumors and misinformation with responsive, factual social media engagement.
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13. Integrate national messages into communication plans and include metrics to measure effectiveness.
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14. Ensures compliance with appropriate protocols to assure a quality and professional image and to advance public understanding of important public policy initiatives.
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15. Translate complicated concepts into clear photographic and video representations, easily understandable by the public.
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16. Develops and maintains a photo and video database and conforms to all technical, style and branding standards.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
17. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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