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Position Title
Outreach and Marketing Specialist
Agency
Small Business Administration
Announcement Number
23-168-SH-DEU Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 to Monday, March 6, 2023
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. 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.
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 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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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:
  • 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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4. Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?

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Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the most highly qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that BEST describes your experience to meet the basic requirements for this Outreach and Marketing Specialist, GS-1101-12 position. (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. Build and maintain a local network of collaborative partnerships.
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3. To which of the following have you conducted face-to-face visits: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
4. Visit with lending institutions regarding a variety of programs and services.
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5. Identify and develop opportunities for events, strategic alliances and co-sponsorships.
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6. Identify the needs of the small business community to develop and implement solutions.
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7. To which of the following audiences have you delivered business related presentations: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Interact with representatives of the media to include radio, television, press or print media.
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9. Made persuasive communications to potentially adversarial or indifferent audiences or individuals.
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10. Tailor communications for diverse audiences including: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
11. Prepare a variety of oral presentations to influence the acceptance of a business related program, service, product or special interest for the following: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
12. I have developed and executed outreach events, presentations and trainings.
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13. For which of the following have you developed outreach events and presentations: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
14. To which of the following audiences have you conducted presentations: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
15. Lead a team or projects to accomplish targeted outreach events.
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16. On which of the following topics have you delivered formal presentations: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Provide consultation and collaboration with outside organizations or partners.
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18. Develop and deliver training to implement organizational policy or program changes.
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19. By which of the following methods have you delivered training: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
20. To which of the following audiences have you provided training: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
21. Advise and refer clients to appropriate resources for assistance.
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22. Which of the following program evaluations have you conducted: (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
23. Document findings and provide written feedback on performance.
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24. Manage relationships and act as a liaison between varying entities.
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25. Monitor and assess business related program performance.
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26. Provide advice and recommendations on results of compliance issues.
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27. Work with newspaper, radio, or television media to influence the acceptance of a business-related programs, services, products, or special interests. (limit characters)
28. Work with management to optimize the brand recognition of the agency/organization.
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29. Develop advertisements, brochures, articles, news releases, letters, and reports for various audiences to influence the acceptance of a business-related programs, services, products, or special interests. (limit characters)
30. Develop written material for social media.
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31. Prepare written and electronic correspondence to individuals internal/external to the organization.
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