- Position Title
- Public Affairs Specialist
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- WO-1614-COMM-23-11898879-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 24, 2023 to Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
- 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.
4.
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:
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.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Public Affairs Specialist position. Please answer the following questions pertaining to your experience and qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Public Affairs Specialist position
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Public Affairs Specialist work at the GS-12 level or equivalent.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the Public Affairs Specialist position
2.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Public Affairs Specialist work at the GS-13 level or equivalent.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
For the questions below, please select the best answer or answers to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Your responses will be used to determine minimum eligibility and qualification requirements. Be sure that your experience as listed in your application materials supports your responses to the questions below. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience that you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
Organizational Awareness - Knows the organization's mission and functions, and how its social, political, and technological systems work and operates effectively within them; this includes the programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Refines communication plans and adjusts tactics based on changing conditions.
4.
Describes organization communication goals and determines the best means to achieve them.
5.
Advises management about high-profile communication matters and how to respond to them.
6.
Evaluates the success of communication plans and products.
7.
Ensures that communication efforts complement an organization's priorities and are not in conflict
with them.
with them.
Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Develops and communicates approved key messages.
9.
Tailors writing style and information for a wide range of audiences and products (e.g., news
releases, feature articles, speeches, fact sheets, websites, social media posts, FAQs, etc.)
releases, feature articles, speeches, fact sheets, websites, social media posts, FAQs, etc.)
10.
Uses plain language to convey complex issues in accurate, clear, concise, effective, and
understandable ways.
understandable ways.
11.
Creates communication products that are accessible to a wide range of audiences with different
levels of education, ability, interest, and points of view.
levels of education, ability, interest, and points of view.
Manages and Organizes Information - Identifies a need; gathers, organizes, and maintains information; determines its importance and accuracy, and communicates it by a variety of methods.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Identifies communications issues, problems, and opportunities and determines whether action is
needed.
needed.
13.
Investigates and analyzes up-to-date information from a wide variety of sources.
14.
Identifies issues and trends important to executive leadership or management and communicates
then to appropriate audiences.
then to appropriate audiences.
15.
Evaluates the value and effectiveness of communication efforts and applies findings to improve
future efforts.
future efforts.
Partnering - Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Collaborates with all levels of an organization and key stakeholders to implement initiatives.
17.
Shares information and resources across multiple levels of an organization to advance a desired
outcome.
outcome.
Communications and Media - Knowledge of the production, communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Effectively uses communications channels and methods appropriate to an organization's needs
(events, press conferences, interviews, news releases, web content, social media, etc.)
(events, press conferences, interviews, news releases, web content, social media, etc.)
19.
Exercises sound, independent judgment in responding to inquiries from reporters.
20.
Uses appropriate communication techniques to tailor communications to a wide variety of
specific targeted audiences.
specific targeted audiences.
Interpersonal Skills - Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of others; adjusts approaches to suit different people and situations.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Treats individuals from all levels of the agency with courtesy and sensitivity.
22.
Provides counsel and advice to individuals outside chain of command.
Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Shifts work to align with evolving or changed priorities of an organization, client, or its stakeholders.
24.
Prioritizes, considers alternatives, and responds quickly and effectively to unexpected and rapidly changing conditions.
Verification Statement
25.
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 CFR 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.