PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
SummaryTHIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D1169000 and is part of the OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL, National Guard.
This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.
This job is open to National Guard & reservesCurrent members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agencyAll on board (perm/temp/indef) Title 32, NG Employees within the NYNG.
DutiesAs the state's Public Affairs Officer (PAO), the incumbent is responsible for all Army and Air National Guard public, community and media relations within the state and for providing supervision and direction to the staff of the Joint Force Headquarters - State (JFHQ-State), Public Affairs Office, as well as field and unit public affairs specialists and Mobile Public Affairs Detachments (MPADs) personnel covering the region.
Requirements Conditions of Employment ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
Applicants who are not currently a member of the Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain security clearance within 1 year of appointment.
QualificationsMilitary Grades:
OFFICER ONLYGENERAL
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:
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 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.
Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed.
Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
EducationEducation requirements - Not applicable for this position.
Additional informationIf you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register Selective Service System :
Selective Service System (sss.
gov)).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement.
If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Ability to lead or supervise, Communication Counsel, and Message Development BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resum? which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week.
Resume must have from and to dates for each position worked in.
Must state whether each experience is full or part-time status.
In order to qualify, your resume must reflect experience gained in the general and specialized experience listed on the announcement.
If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
If your resume does not have any of the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position.
2.
Completed OF-306 (MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT) (can be retrieved from https:
//www.
opm.
gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.
pdf) />3.
Other supporting documents:
- Official college transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Current/Former Federal employees:
Your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis and containing information which shows you meet time-in-grade (e.
g.
, STEP increase, etc.
) No award SF-50 will be accepted.
Former Federal Employees separated from Federal Government over a year ago:
Your separation Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing your permanent status and your last Federal performance appraisal plan/rating.
You must submit an SF-50(s) that shows permanent career or career conditional tenure to be considered (No award SF-50 will be accepted).
Your last Federal performance appraisal plan must reflect a rating of Fully Successful or equivalent.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link:
https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12055208 />A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
/>Agency contact information New York HROEmail email protected AddressOFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 330 OLD NISKAYUNA ROAD LATHAM, NY 12110 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resum? which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week.
Resume must have from and to dates for each position worked in.
Must state whether each experience is full or part-time status.
In order to qualify, your resume must reflect experience gained in the general and specialized experience listed on the announcement.
If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
If your resume does not have any of the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position.
2.
Completed OF-306 (MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT) (can be retrieved from https:
//www.
opm.
gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.
pdf) />3.
Other supporting documents:
- Official college transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Current/Former Federal employees:
Your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis and containing information which shows you meet time-in-grade (e.
g.
, STEP increase, etc.
) No award SF-50 will be accepted.
Former Federal Employees separated from Federal Government over a year ago:
Your separation Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing your permanent status and your last Federal performance appraisal plan/rating.
You must submit an SF-50(s) that shows permanent career or career conditional tenure to be considered (No award SF-50 will be accepted).
Your last Federal performance appraisal plan must reflect a rating of Fully Successful or equivalent.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link:
https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12055208 />A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
/>Agency contact information New York HROEmail email protected AddressOFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 330 OLD NISKAYUNA ROAD LATHAM, NY 12110 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Automation Broadcasting Finance Human Resources Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D1169000 and is part of the OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL, National Guard.
This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.
This job is open to National Guard & reservesCurrent members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Clarification from the agencyAll on board (perm/temp/indef) Title 32, NG Employees within the NYNG.
DutiesAs the state's Public Affairs Officer (PAO), the incumbent is responsible for all Army and Air National Guard public, community and media relations within the state and for providing supervision and direction to the staff of the Joint Force Headquarters - State (JFHQ-State), Public Affairs Office, as well as field and unit public affairs specialists and Mobile Public Affairs Detachments (MPADs) personnel covering the region.
Requirements Conditions of Employment ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
Applicants who are not currently a member of the Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must be able to obtain security clearance within 1 year of appointment.
QualificationsMilitary Grades:
OFFICER ONLYGENERAL
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:
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 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.
Experience in managing the function of the work to be performed.
Experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel.
EducationEducation requirements - Not applicable for this position.
Additional informationIf you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register Selective Service System :
Selective Service System (sss.
gov)).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement.
If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.
If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.
If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Ability to lead or supervise, Communication Counsel, and Message Development BenefitsA career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resum? which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week.
Resume must have from and to dates for each position worked in.
Must state whether each experience is full or part-time status.
In order to qualify, your resume must reflect experience gained in the general and specialized experience listed on the announcement.
If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
If your resume does not have any of the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position.
2.
Completed OF-306 (MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT) (can be retrieved from https:
//www.
opm.
gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.
pdf) />3.
Other supporting documents:
- Official college transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Current/Former Federal employees:
Your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis and containing information which shows you meet time-in-grade (e.
g.
, STEP increase, etc.
) No award SF-50 will be accepted.
Former Federal Employees separated from Federal Government over a year ago:
Your separation Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing your permanent status and your last Federal performance appraisal plan/rating.
You must submit an SF-50(s) that shows permanent career or career conditional tenure to be considered (No award SF-50 will be accepted).
Your last Federal performance appraisal plan must reflect a rating of Fully Successful or equivalent.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link:
https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12055208 />A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
/>Agency contact information New York HROEmail email protected AddressOFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 330 OLD NISKAYUNA ROAD LATHAM, NY 12110 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Resum? which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week.
Resume must have from and to dates for each position worked in.
Must state whether each experience is full or part-time status.
In order to qualify, your resume must reflect experience gained in the general and specialized experience listed on the announcement.
If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
If your resume does not have any of the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position.
2.
Completed OF-306 (MUST BE COMPLETELY FILLED OUT) (can be retrieved from https:
//www.
opm.
gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.
pdf) />3.
Other supporting documents:
- Official college transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
- Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Current/Former Federal employees:
Your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent), as well as the highest grade (or promotion potential) held, on a permanent basis and containing information which shows you meet time-in-grade (e.
g.
, STEP increase, etc.
) No award SF-50 will be accepted.
Former Federal Employees separated from Federal Government over a year ago:
Your separation Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent) showing your permanent status and your last Federal performance appraisal plan/rating.
You must submit an SF-50(s) that shows permanent career or career conditional tenure to be considered (No award SF-50 will be accepted).
Your last Federal performance appraisal plan must reflect a rating of Fully Successful or equivalent.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link:
https:
//apply.
usastaffing.
gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12055208 />A complete application package must be submitted by 11:
59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply.
If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https:
//my.
usajobs.
gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen.
The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.
For information on what each Application Status means, visit:
https:
//www.
usajobs.
gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
/>Agency contact information New York HROEmail email protected AddressOFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL 330 OLD NISKAYUNA ROAD LATHAM, NY 12110 USNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email.
Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position.
After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Recommended Skills Administration Analytical Automation Broadcasting Finance Human Resources Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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