- Position Title
- LEAD PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
- Agency
- Development Finance Corporation
- Announcement Number
- 24-OEA-DE-12540438-LW Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, September 10, 2024 to Monday, September 23, 2024
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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.
Are you a federal retiree receiving an annuity?
2.
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.
3.
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.
Do you possess at least one year of specialized experience that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GS-13 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, your experience must demonstrate your ability to:
1) Lead for a group of communications professionals responsible for executing an organization's marketing and digital media strategy.
2) Manage an organization's digital presence, including website and social media channels, to ensure they reflect the organization's mission and priorities.
3) Monitor and analyze national and international digital media trends to make informative recommendations to the organization's digital strategy in relation to the organization's overarching communications strategy.
1) Lead for a group of communications professionals responsible for executing an organization's marketing and digital media strategy.
2) Manage an organization's digital presence, including website and social media channels, to ensure they reflect the organization's mission and priorities.
3) Monitor and analyze national and international digital media trends to make informative recommendations to the organization's digital strategy in relation to the organization's overarching communications strategy.
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.
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Serve as the team lead for a group of communications professionals responsible for executing an organization's marketing and digital media strategy.
5.
Lead team in brand management, the development of core informational products and marketing material, production of multimedia stories, and management of an organization's digital channels, including social media, website, and email marketing.
6.
Articulate and communicate team assignments, projects, problems to be solved, actionable events, milestones, and/or program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion.
7.
Train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams.
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Monitor and report on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines, and quality have been met.
9.
Represent the team in dealings with the supervisor or manager for the purpose of obtaining resources.
10.
Resolve simple, informal complaints of employees and refer others, such as formal grievances and appeals, to the supervisor or an appropriate management official.
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Communicate team consensus and recommendations to the supervisor on actions affecting team and individual awards, rewards, and recognition.
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Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and digital media strategy and action plan.
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Translate complex or highly technical information in an easy-to-understand manner that helps to advance the organization's communications goals.
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Manage the organization's digital presence, including website and social media channels, to ensure they reflect the organization's mission and priorities.
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Perform editorial review of written material and products developed throughout the organization to ensure the message aligns with the organization's strategic priorities before release to the public.
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Provide marketing and digital media training and support to DFC senior leaders and staff to ensure effective communication.
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Lead the development of collateral/marketing material, briefing decks, and other digital communications.
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Monitor and analyze national and international digital media trends to inform the organization's digital strategy in relation to the organization's overarching communications strategy.
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Monitor marketing and digital media trends to identify potential risks and opportunities, providing timely insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
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Possess sound judgement and expertise with the political nuances of U.S. Government communications.