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Position Title: Public Affairs Specialist
Agency: Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research
Announcement Number: 24-HUD-1778-P Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, June 26, 2024 to Tuesday, July 9, 2024

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

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.

A. Yes

B. No

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.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Are you currently serving or have served in the last five years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government?

A. Yes

B. No

2. If you were born a male after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, have you registered with the Selective Service System (select "Not applicable" if this question does not apply to you)?

A. Yes

B. No

C. No, but I have an approved exemption

D. Not applicable

3. Are you a current Federal employee?

A. Yes

B. No

4. If you are, or ever were a Federal civilian employee, indicate the pay plan and grade level or pay band of the highest graded position you have ever held. (limit 250 characters)

5. I am interested in having my application shared with other HUD hiring managers. I understand that electing this option will not impact my chances of selection from this vacancy announcement and does not guarantee that a similar vacancy announcement will be opened by another hiring manager for which I can be considered or selected. Please select one or more of the following HUD Program Offices that you authorize to receive your application information. If you do not wish for your application to be shared, please select "Please do not share my application information with other HUD hiring managers.

A. Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships

B. Congressional/Intergovernmental Relations

C. Ginnie Mae (GNMA)

D. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration

E. Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)

F. Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO)

G. Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)

H. Office of the Chief Procurement Officer (OCPO)

I. Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD)

J. Office of Departmental Equal Employment Opportunity (ODEEO)

K. Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO)

L. Office of Field Policy and Management (FPM)

M. Office of General Counsel (OGC)

N. Office of Housing

O. Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH)

P. Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R)

Q. Office of Public Affairs (OPA)

R. Office of the Secretary

S. Public and Indian Housing (PIH)

T. Please do not share my application information with other HUD hiring managers.

Specialized Experience for the GS-12 is defined as one year of experience at the GS-11 level, or equivalent, that is directly related to the position and which has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position includes experience:

- Experience in the creation, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of an organization's communication program; AND
- Experience planning and coordinating events for an organization; AND
- Experience in developing, writing, and editing communication products for a variety of audiences (such as articles, speeches, social media content, or press releases).

1. Select the answer that best describes your experience.

A. I have one full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent as described above.

B. I do not have one full year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent as described above.

1a. Please specify where you have documented the above experience in your resume. (Indicate place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties). (limit 250 characters)

2. Select all of the following that describe your experience preparing written documents.

A. Editing correspondence and reports of a technical or general nature for use by others inside or outside the immediate office, ensuring correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, and conformance to established style guides

B. Composing and formatting formal correspondence and reports for others inside or outside the company or organization

C. Preparing written responses to public inquiries, Congressional, or executive-level correspondence

D. Drafting procedural materials for dissemination within a company or organization

E. Preparing written materials to be distributed on the Internet, intranet, or by other electronic methods within an organization to describe procedures or special activities

F. Gathering and researching data and information when preparing written responses to routine or non-routine correspondence

G. Preparing briefings for presentation to diverse audiences

H. Preparing Press Releases or Public Announcements

I. Preparing Speeches or talking points

J. Preparing educational materials for the public

K. I have not performed any of the above tasks.

3. Select all of the following settings in which you have conducted formal or informal presentations.

A. Staff Meetings

B. Committee Meetings

C. Decision-making groups

D. Professional meetings or conferences

E. Workshops

F. Training or orientation sessions

G. None of the above

4. Select all of the following that indicate your experience with online media management.

A. Managing a business' or organization's Webpage account to include updating data and managing content and design

B. Monitoring and posting on a business' or organization's social networking platform accounts as a representative of a company

C. Managing blog sites to include account management, filtering and monitoring content, and editing and posting responses as a representative of a company or organization

D. Managing content on an interactive SharePoint or Intranet website

E. Cultivating and maintaining relationships with area contacts for promoting company messages and activities through multi-platform digital marketing

F. Leveraging and maximizing both on and offline marketing opportunities to promote company messages and activities

G. None of the above

5. Select all of the following aspects of a public affairs or related program with which you have had experience.

A. Maintained effective working relationships with specialized groups, either professionally or personally

B. Recommended communication approaches to improve program effectiveness

C. Assisted in developing short-range plans

D. Assisted in developing long-range plans

E. Scheduled activities in my responsibility, to include all coordination efforts (specific time, and place)

F. Assisted in the planning and conducting of (from start to finish) special events, or projects with the purpose of educating the public or internal workforce on organizational mission-related topics

G. Coordinated the gathering and obtaining of story lines and action photos of company or organizational activities for publication in internal communications or external mediums

H. Coordinated an organization's or company's participation at conferences, expos, or fairs sponsored by local governments, businesses, schools, or other external parties for the purpose of promoting programs and initiatives

I. None of the above

6. Select all of the following that describe your experience with outreach techniques.

A. Working a community relations program to keep the media, customer, or general public informed on issues that may affect them

B. Promoting a positive public image of the company or organization

C. Increasing public awareness of the company or organization's mission

D. None of the above

7. Please select from the following list of programs with which you have had experience. Select all that apply.

A. Affordable housing

B. Fair housing and equal opportunity

C. Housing Finance

D. Issues related to social determinants of health

E. Housing for groups with special housing needs (e.g. elderly, handicapped, or the homeless)

F. Social Science research

G. Poverty and urban development issues

H. Public health

I. Research and scientific methods

J. None of the above

8. Select all of the following marketing or promotional methods and techniques you have experience utilizing as a regular part of your job.

A. Social Media

B. Articles, newsletters, brochures, or pamphlets

C. Websites

D. Exhibits and displays

E. Face-to-face networking opportunities

F. None of the above

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

9. Do you have experience creating, managing, and analyzing online media platforms for marketing purposes of a company product or service to potential customers, journalists, or the general public?

A. Yes

B. No

10. Please specify where the above experience is documented in your resume. (Indicate place of employment, job title, and length of time performing the duties) (limit 250 characters)

11. Please select all of the following groups you have targeted in order to disseminate information.

A. Federal/State agencies

B. Customers of your company or organization

C. General public

D. Housing industry organizations

E. None of the above

12. Select all of the following contract related tasks with which you have experience.

A. Managing contracts

B. Assisting in the development of performance measures to be designated in contracts

C. Monitoring contractor performance in accordance with contract stipulations

D. Monitoring contracts to ensure compliance with budget constraints

E. None of the above

13. Select all of the following that describe your ability to work with stakeholders in situations that require diplomacy, tact, sensitivity, and professionalism.

A. Informed management and other stakeholders on proposed actions or decisions

B. Gathered comments, opinions, and views from stakeholders on proposed actions or decisions

C. Coordinated information and advice from management or stakeholders in order to respond to high priority special requests on sensitive or breaking issues

D. Coordinated communications to public in response to an organization crisis/emergency situation

E. None of the above

14. Select all of the following that apply to your interpersonal skills.

A. I have experience working on teams or servicing customers

B. I work well with people from culturally diverse backgrounds

C. I have developed and maintained productive group relations

D. I cooperate with others and accept supervision

E. I accept direction and feedback on assignments with a positive attitude

F. I display responsible personal and work behaviors

G. I use language appropriate to the environment

H. I ask questions and seek clarification on learning tasks

I. I have flexibility for allowing changes in decisions previously taken

J. I discuss ideas with others, hear and respond to questions, and assess critical responses appropriately

K. I generate, develop, organize, and convey original ideas orally, using language, presentation skills, or other media to present those ideas clearly, confidently, and in a manner appropriate to different audiences and specific communication situations

L. I quickly build rapport with individuals and groups

M. I build strong relationships with others inside or outside the company or organization

N. None of the above

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