- Position Title
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
- Agency
- Development Finance Corporation (formerly Overseas Private Investment Corporation)
- Announcement Number
- 24-OEA-DE-12438955-LW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 10, 2024 to Friday, June 21, 2024
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.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
2.
Are you a federal retiree receiving an annuity?
3.
Political, Schedule C, Non-career SES Appointee: In the last five years, based on the closing date of this announcement, have you been or are you currently an employee in the Executive Branch serving on a political, Schedule C, or Non-career SES appointment? If yes, and you are selected through this vacancy announcement, you may be required to obtain approval by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prior to beginning employment.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
A political appointee is an appointment made by the President without confirmation by the Senate (5 CFR 213.3102(c)) OR an Assistant position to a top-level Federal official if filled by a person designated by the President as a White House Fellow (5 CFR 213.3102(z)). A Non-career SES appointee is approved by the White House and serves at the pleasure of the appointing official without time limitations. A Schedule C appointee occupies a position excepted from the competitive service by the President, or by the Director, OPM, because of the confidential or policy-determining nature of the position duties.
4.
Have you accepted a buy-out/Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) within the past 5 years?
Recruitment Source
1.
How did you learn about this job opportunity?
2.
If you selected 'Other' in the preceding question, please tell us where you heard about this job opportunity.
Assessment 1
For items 1-2, please read the following statements carefully. Your response to the following questions will determine whether you will be eligible for this position or not. If you respond "No" to any question in this section, you will not be eligible for consideration for this position.
1.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire will be 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 provide may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in me not being considered for this position.
2.
Are you willing to submit to an initial and periodic background investigation, including a fingerprint check?
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents.
3.
Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience, or combination of education and experience for the GS-9 grade level.
4.
Choose one answer that best describes your education, experience, or combination of education and experience for the GS-11 grade level.
5.
For GS-12: Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-11 level in the Federal service? Specialized experience is defined as experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of this position and has equipped you with the knowledge and competencies to successfully perform the duties of this position. More specifically, this requirement involves: leading website management and maintenance, producing high-quality marketing materials, leading the organization's digital media campaigns and social media platforms.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter for each item. Failure to support your answer to this questionnaire in your resume may result in a lowered score or loss of consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Assist with the development and implementation of comprehensive digital communications campaigns.
7.
Support the development and implementation of comprehensive digital communications campaigns.
8.
Manage the development and implementation of comprehensive digital communications campaigns.
9.
Assist with the planning, drafting, clearing, and posting content for the organization's social media platforms.
10.
Support the drafting, clearing, and posting content for organization's social media platforms.
11.
Manage the drafting, clearing, and posting content for organization's social media platforms.
12.
Assist with the organization's website media library, including by uploading and posting Public Information Summaries, digital reports and policies, Board Resolutions, and other materials.
13.
Manage the organization's website media library, including by uploading and posting Public Information Summaries, digital reports and policies, Board Resolutions, and other materials.
14.
Assist with the management of the organization's external-facing website, ensuring that it is up-to-date, accurate, and engaging.
15.
Support the management of the organization's external-facing website, ensuring that it is up-to-date, accurate, and engaging.
16.
Lead the management of the organization's external-facing website, ensuring that it is up-to-date, accurate, and engaging.
17.
Support collaboration with external vendors, acting as the primary consultant to optimize the website's user interface, performance, and overall functionality.
18.
Collaborate with external vendors, acting as the primary consultant to optimize the website's user interface, performance, and overall functionality.
19.
Lead collaboration with external vendors, acting as the primary consultant to optimize the website's user interface, performance, and overall functionality.
20.
Support comprehensive analysis of website performance, developing detailed reports that drive strategic decision-making.
21.
Provide comprehensive analysis of website performance, developing detailed reports that drive strategic decision-making.
22.
Support the production of high-quality marketing products for social media platforms, websites, events, emails, communications campaigns, and related activities that align with the organization's mission and objectives.
23.
Produce high-quality marketing products for social media platforms, websites, events, emails, communications campaigns, and related activities that align with the organization's mission and objectives.
24.
Lead on the production of high-quality marketing products for social media platforms, websites, events, emails, communications campaigns, and related activities that align with the organization's mission and objectives.
25.
Assist with email marketing initiatives, including creating content, overseeing subscriber lists, and conducting in-depth analysis of campaign results.
26.
Support email marketing initiatives, including creating content, overseeing subscriber lists, and conducting in-depth analysis of campaign results.
27.
Manage email marketing initiatives, including creating content, overseeing subscriber lists, and conducting in-depth analysis of campaign results.
28.
Proactively assist with website enhancement projects, independently conducting thorough audits and applying best practices in User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI).
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Support website enhancement projects, independently conducting thorough audits and applying best practices in User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI).
30.
Identify and execute website enhancement projects, independently conducting thorough audits and applying best practices in User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI).
31.
Leverage individual strengths to achieve collective goals, promoting a culture of trust, accountability, and excellence.