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Thank you for your interest in a Public Affairs Specialist (Web Producer) position with the Federal Government. Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.

WHEN MANDATORY NARRATIVE RESPONSES ARE REQUIRED, PLEASE DO NOT DUPLICATE INFORMATION YOU HAVE ALREADY PROVIDED IN YOUR RESUME AS A RESPONSE TO THIS QUESTION. WE ARE SEEKING AN ELABORATION OF THOSE DUTIES AND SKILLS YOU HAVE MENTIONED WHICH ADDRESS THE QUESTION MORE FULLY. THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO EXPAND ON YOUR EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUESTION. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN YOUR BEING CONSIDERED AS INELIGIBLE.

1. Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below:

Performing web content activities, including writing, editing, reviewing, posting, and promoting content.
Implementing web usability, accessibility, and best practices and standards, including Section 508 requirements.
Creating and modifying web content using a content management system.
Working with project teams on website enhancements.

A. Yes, I have one year of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.

B. No, I do not possess the specialized experience described above.

2. If A is selected above, a narrative statement must be submitted in the space provided below addressing your experience performing web content activities, including writing, editing, reviewing, posting, and promoting content. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 1,000 words or less.

3. In the space provided below, please indicate the time frame and employer(s) where we can locate this information. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.

4. If A is selected above, a narrative statement must be submitted in the space provided below addressing your experience implementing web usability, accessibility, and best practices and standards, including Section 508 requirements. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 1,000 words or less.

5. In the space provided below, please indicate the time frame and employer(s) where we can locate this information. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.

6. If A is selected above, a narrative statement must be submitted in the space provided below addressing your experience creating and modifying web content using a content management system. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 1,000 words or less.

7. In the space provided below, please indicate the time frame and employer(s) where we can locate this information. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.

8. If A is selected above, a narrative statement must be submitted in the space provided below addressing your experience working with project teams on website enhancements. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 1,000 words or less.

9. In the space provided below, please indicate the time frame and employer(s) where we can locate this information. THIS IS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. Please limit your response to 250 words or less.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

10. Which level description best describes your experience performing web content activities, including writing, editing, reviewing, posting, and promoting content?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

11. Which level description best describes your experience implementing web usability, accessibility, and best practices and standards, including Section 508 requirements?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

12. How would you rate your writing skills level?

A. Advanced Level

B. Proficient Level

C. Basic Level

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

13. Which level description best describes your experience writing and editing web content using plain language?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

14. Which level description best describes your experience developing and implementing web information architecture?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

15. Which level description best describes your experience using online research to monitor news media, social media, and specific topics?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

16. Which level description best describes your experience creating and modifying web content using a content management system?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

17. Which level description best describes your experience working with project teams on website enhancements?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

18. Which level description best describes your experience working with clients to understand their communications goals and developing and implementing strategies to reach them?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

19. Which level description best describes your ability to communicate web-related issues, both orally and in writing, to clients with differing levels of understanding?

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

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

20. I understand that failure to provide a written statement ("See Resume" or other non-descriptive response is not sufficient) for each essay question could result in non-consideration for this position.

A. Yes

B. No

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