- Position Title
- PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST TITLE 32 INDEFINITE
- Agency
- Air National Guard Units
- Announcement Number
- NH-12632843-AF-24-099 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, December 12, 2024 to Monday, February 17, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
US Citizens. Are you a US Citizen?
NATIONAL GUARD REQUIREMENTS
Please choose the best options for ALL questions in this section. Read the question(s) carefully. Applicant is solely responsible for the accuracy of their answers. HR will not correct or modify your answers. If you have any questions or would like to verify only, we have successfully received your application, please feel free to contact us.
1.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP. IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO JOIN THE NATIONAL GUARD, YOU WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION.
2.
Do you meet the military grade/rank listed on the announcement?
By clicking yes, I acknowledge that either,
(1) I am within the military grade/rank(s) listed
(2) I am currently promotable (today) to the minimum military grade/rank listed or meet eligibility to attend a military commissioning school as applicable
(3) I am willing to take a reduction in military grade/rank to be at the maximum military grade/rank listed
(4) I am currently able to attend a military school to acquire the military grade/rank listed (Must attach Memorandum from Recruiting and Retention to be considered for position)
I further acknowledge that, if selected, any personnel action (i.e. appointment, promotion, reassignment, etc) that results from my selection will not be completed until I am within the military grades listed on the announcement.
If 1, 2, 3 or 4 are not applicable, answer No.
By clicking yes, I acknowledge that either,
(1) I am within the military grade/rank(s) listed
(2) I am currently promotable (today) to the minimum military grade/rank listed or meet eligibility to attend a military commissioning school as applicable
(3) I am willing to take a reduction in military grade/rank to be at the maximum military grade/rank listed
(4) I am currently able to attend a military school to acquire the military grade/rank listed (Must attach Memorandum from Recruiting and Retention to be considered for position)
I further acknowledge that, if selected, any personnel action (i.e. appointment, promotion, reassignment, etc) that results from my selection will not be completed until I am within the military grades listed on the announcement.
If 1, 2, 3 or 4 are not applicable, answer No.
3.
Do you currently have the AFSC listed in the job announcement?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Public Affairs Specialist, (GS-1035-11) position at our Agency. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire. Applicants are solely responsible for the accuracy of their questionnaire answers. HR will not change, add or modify any answers. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Do you have the minimum requirements?
Experience, education or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or using analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience in compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Experience using computers and automation systems.
Experience, education or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or using analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience in compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Experience using computers and automation systems.
2.
Do you meet the following Specialized Experience requirements?
Must have 12 months of experience, education or training equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09). Experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of writing and communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to public affairs of the military. Experience developing new information materials including news releases, fact sheets, brochures, booklets, broadcast spots, etc., that increase communication with the agency's audiences. Experience making on-the-spot presentations to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions. Experience responding timely and appropriately to requests for information concerning agency programs and services.
Must have 12 months of experience, education or training equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09). Experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of writing and communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to public affairs of the military. Experience developing new information materials including news releases, fact sheets, brochures, booklets, broadcast spots, etc., that increase communication with the agency's audiences. Experience making on-the-spot presentations to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions. Experience responding timely and appropriately to requests for information concerning agency programs and services.
The following questions will be used to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability for this position. The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Knowledge of and skill in modifying or adapting standard communication methods to new informational materials with the goal of enhancing public, special interest group or NG member's understanding and support of NG programs and/or significant issues.
4.
Knowledge of and skill in gathering and evaluating data from a variety of sources concerning the effectiveness of communication programs in reaching their target audience.
5.
Knowledge of and skill in developing new informational materials, including news releases, internal publications, fact sheets and radio and television spots.
6.
Knowledge of communication skills (written and verbal) sufficient for developing UPAR's Public Affairs training materials and administrative skills sufficient to oversee and evaluate the UPAR's training program.
7.
Knowledge of organizational and research skills sufficient to locate archived subject specific print and broadcast media materials, and use these as a basis for developing current articles on the same subject or issue.
8.
Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with media representatives, community groups and other internal/external audiences, to ensure open lines of communication between the state's NG PA office and its audiences.
9.
Ability to assist the Public Affairs Officer in the formulation of long-range plans and policies to enhance public understanding, support and acceptance of Public Affairs programs and/or activities statewide.
10.
Knowledge and ability to review all press releases, feature stories, background statements, special reports, etc., developed by UPARs, prior to their release to the media.
11.
Knowledge of and ability to apply written and oral communication principals, practices, techniques and methods serves as the foundation for the completion of assignments.