- Position Title
- Congressional Relations Specialist
- Agency
- National Archives and Records Administration
- Announcement Number
- DE-11831646-23-TY Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, March 13, 2023 to Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a surplus or displaced Federal employee eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? Click CTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
3.
Are you a displaced Federal employee eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? Click ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
Are you currently serving or have served in the last five years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?
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Are you a current Federal employee?
4.
Where did you learn about this National Archives and Records Administration job opportunity?
Assessment 1
To be qualified for this position at the GS-11 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes:
Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree
OR
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
OR
LL.M., if related
OR
You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.
NOTE: Only graduate level education in excess of the first 36 semester hours (54 quarter hours) may be combined to be considered for qualifying education.
- Drafting materials to present information using a variety of platforms such as social media and web media; AND
- Recommending communication strategies on policies, actions and/or major events that impact internal and external stakeholders; AND
- Making oral presentations to various internal and external groups, including high-ranking officials.
Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree
OR
3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
OR
LL.M., if related
OR
You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.
NOTE: Only graduate level education in excess of the first 36 semester hours (54 quarter hours) may be combined to be considered for qualifying education.
1.
For the GS-11, select the answer that best describes your experience and/or education, as outlined above.
To be qualified for this position at the GS-09 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes:
- Conveying and routing information and requests accurately, effectively, and concisely verbally and in writing; AND
- Drafting materials to present information using a variety of platforms such as social media and web media; AND
- Communicating detailed ideas into a simplified format.
OR
Master's or equivalent graduate degree
OR
2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree
OR
LL.B. or J.D., if related
OR
You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.
NOTE: Only education in excess of the first 18 semester hours (i.e., beyond the first year) may be combined to be considered for qualifying education.
2.
For the GS-09, select the answer that best describes your experience and/or education, as outlined above.
To be qualified for this position at the GS-07 level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes:
- Dealing with a variety of persons tactfully and courteously; AND
- Responsible for reviewing document accuracy (i.e. completeness, grammar); AND
- Building and maintaining a network of contacts, such as associates, customers, and/or stakeholders.
OR
1 full year of graduate level education
OR
Superior academic achievement
OR
You may qualify by a combination of experience and education.
3.
For the GS-07, select the answer that best describes your experience and/or education, as outlined above.
4.
Select all of the aspects of a public relations position, or other programs, with which you have had experience.
5.
Select all of the following with which you have established and maintained effective working relationships.
6.
Choose the statement(s) that best describe your experience with preparing written documents.
7.
Select all of the following that apply to your written communication experience.
8.
Select all of the following that apply to your outreach communication experience.
9.
Select all of the following statements that apply to your experience communicating orally.
10.
Choose all of the following that apply to your interpersonal skills.
11.
I have conducted formal or informal oral presentations in the following settings:
12.
Please indicate the types of written communication you have drafted in the past that is geared towards informing or promoting your program's interest to internal and external audiences.
13.
Select the statement(s) that describe activities you have undertaken in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff and Federal agencies as a regular part of your job with minimal supervision.
14.
Select the type(s) of written communication you have successfully prepared under tight deadline pressure. Select all that apply.
15.
Please select the statement that BEST describes your experience with routing information requests.
16.
Which option(s) below do you have experience with, as it relates to producing written documentation in a variety of formats? Select all that apply.
17.
Identify your level of social media management by selecting all of the types of your applicable experience below.
18.
Which of the following reflects your experience in preparing documents in response to congressional inquiries to Members of Congress?
19.
Select the statement that best describes your ability to explain the position of the organization as it relates to varied and conflicting points of view regarding sensitive or controversial issues.
20.
Select the statement(s) that apply to your experience related to congressional hearings.
21.
Select the statement that best describes your highest level of experience with researching legislation.
22.
Select the statement that indicates the highest level of congressional or legislative activities you have performed on a regular basis.