Public Affairs Specialist T32

As a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST -T32 GSyou will assist the states Public Affairs (PA) Officer at the strategic and operational level with particular emphasis on developing segments of more complicated or sensitive communications campaigns and executing the National Guard Bureaus (NGBs) communication objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(1) Assists 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.

(2) Researches and develops informational materials and complete communication campaigns for release to audiences through electronic and newspaper media. Prepared materials explain or describe the mission of the NG NG accomplishments policies programs or actions taken to ensure the NGs compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. Written materials include news releases display advertisements fact sheets feature stories background statements special reports etc.

(3) Responds to media requests for information of both a routine and controversial nature. Prepares or assembles information kits edits informational materials drafted by subordinate public affairs specialists or unit UPARs releases photographs and/or feature stories to the news media coordinates media interviews with NG subject matter experts and arranges photographic and electronic media coverage of newsworthy NG events.

(4) Maintains close working relationships with officials of various civic media and community groups and Department of Defense personnel as well as state and national government officials outside the NG.

(5) Creates new or adapts or modifies accepted communication campaign formats to reach a target audience with a specific message. The selection of a communication campaign format is based on an analysis of targeted audience demographics and message content. After an informational campaign has been implemented solicited and unsolicited response data is gathered to assess campaign effectiveness in reaching the target audience.

(6) Primary manager for the agencys official Federal website ensuring timely accurate and compliant content updates within the AFPIMS platform. Experience working in AFPIMS-or similar government web content management systems-is highly desired to support effective digital communication and public engagement.

(7) Performs other duties as assigned.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Military Grades: E-4 through E-7

Conditions of Employment:

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training in administrative professional investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or utilizing analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience using computers and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: To qualify for the GSlevel you must have at least 36 months 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 agencys 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. Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed. Experience which includes leading directing and assigning work of personnel.

Required Experience:

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