- Position Title
- Public Affairs Specialist (Recent Graduate)
- Agency
- Office of Inspector General
- Announcement Number
- HHS-OIG-RG-21-11177084 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, July 20, 2021 to Friday, July 30, 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?
2.
Do you wish to be considered under a CTAP (Career Transition Assistance Plan) eligibility? You may qualify for CTAP eligibility if all of the statements apply to you:
To verify your eligibility for CTAP:
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 also submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action showing position, tenure code, grade & step, and full name/DOB/SSN.
- You are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy.
- You have been (or will be) involuntarily separated from the agency advertising this position, due to a reduction-in-force.
- You are applying to a position that is at (or below) the grade level of the position separated from.
- You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position separated from.
- Your last performance rating of record is at least "fully successful" or equivalent.
To verify your eligibility for CTAP:
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 also submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action showing position, tenure code, grade & step, and full name/DOB/SSN.
3.
Do you wish to be considered under the ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan) eligibility? You may qualify for ICTAP if all of the following statements apply to you:
To verify your eligibility for ICTAP:
You must submit a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must also submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action, showing the agency, position held, tenure and appointment codes, and full biographical information (name, DOB, and SSN).
- You are located in the same local commuting area of the position being advertised.
- You were (or will be) separated from a position at an agency outside of the FDA due to a reduction-in-force.
- You are applying to a position that is at (or below) the grade level of the position from which you have been (or will be) separated.
- You are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you have been (or will be) separated.
- Your last performance rating of record is at least "fully successful" or equivalent.
To verify your eligibility for ICTAP:
You must submit a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must also submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action, showing the agency, position held, tenure and appointment codes, and full biographical information (name, DOB, and SSN).
Assessment 1
Respond to the following questions. Mark only one response for each question. Any experience claimed in response to the following questions MUST be supported by information in your application (resume, OF-612 or any other written format). This information must be SPECIFIC (i.e., duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments). Failure to provide this supporting documentation may result in receipt of a lower or ineligible rating.
1.
I have completed within the previous two years a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution; OR A veteran, as defined in 5 U.S.C. 2108, who due to military service obligation, was precluded from applying to the Recent Graduate Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period shall have a full 2-year period of eligibility upon his/her release or discharge from active duty.
Applicants that are expected to graduate in the next 60 days from the closing date of this announcement may apply, however you will not be appointed until your degree/certificate has been conferred.
Note: You must provide academic transcripts from which your degree was awarded and DD-214 (if applicable).
Applicants that are expected to graduate in the next 60 days from the closing date of this announcement may apply, however you will not be appointed until your degree/certificate has been conferred.
Note: You must provide academic transcripts from which your degree was awarded and DD-214 (if applicable).
2.
Please provide the name of the educational institution and the date (MM/YY) your degree/certificate was awarded.
3.
Select the one statement that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications as Public Affairs Specialist GS-1035-09, as described in the Qualifications Section of the Vacancy Announcement.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Provide program information to partners and stakeholders for use in press releases.
5.
Create/format documents for speeches, talking points or presentations.
6.
Prepare letters, documents and reports directed to specific individuals or entities.
7.
Proofread, edit and wordsmith documents to ensure data is presented clearly.
8.
Plan, organize and evaluate all written and oral communications directed to the public, media, Congress and/or other government officials.
9.
Use Microsoft Excel to create accurate spreadsheets with formulas, charts and graphs, manipulate formats and print reports.
10.
Use Microsoft Access database software to enter, revise, sort or calculate and retrieve data and print reports with accuracy.
11.
Use Microsoft Outlook with expert skill level to organize and electronically file correspondence for timely retrieval.
12.
Use Microsoft PowerPoint for development of presentations and various marketing materials.
13.
Write and distribute press releases appropriate for all forms of media.
14.
Develop written and audio materials to market the objectives of the program.
15.
Review marketing materials of an organization and make relevant selections targeting an audience or stakeholders group for promotion of services and products.
16.
Determine applicability and effect of marketing materials on varying audiences or groups.
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of 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.