Public Affairs Specialist Job at Federal Communications Commission in Washington

Summary This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), located in Washington, DC. Relocation expenses will not be paid. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS. Responsibilities The incumbent supports OIG relationships with representatives of the Commission, Congress, the IG Community, oversight partners, news media and the public. This includes: researching, preparing, and supporting OIG personnel for participation in media interviews, congressional meetings, and other official engagements, to include arranging for and assisting in briefings, interviews, panels, recruitment events, and other activities as needed. The incumbent serves as a specialist responsible for supporting the OIG's communications, internal and external affairs program, which includes communications with various OIG stakeholders. Develops and disseminate a wide range of information concerning OIG programs and activities to internal and external OIG stakeholders, including the enhanced use of internal and external websites. The incumbent supports the development and implementation of OIG educational outreach and liaison program with key stakeholders; supporting the coordination of communications with and, responds to requests for information from the press, Congress, other agencies, and public by providing information about OIG programs, policies, and services; and organize, plan, and implement OIG media notifications, press releases, presentations, and social media content in connection with issuance of OIG reports, providing guidance and direction to other Immediate Office and OIG personnel assigned to assist with such tasks. Requirements Conditions of Employment FCC OIG Employees Only Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation. Current FCC employees must provide SF-50 verifying grade & status. In order to be considered for this position, applicants must: -Currently be employed in the Federal Communications Commission, Office of Inspector General in positions serving under career or career conditional appointments. ALL FCC EMPLOYEES MUST provide a legible Personnel Action, SF-50, that verifies your status and highest permanently held grade. If an SF-50 is not submitted, the application will be rated as ineligible. To request a copy of your SF-50 please send an email to PersonnelRecordsRequest@fcc.gov Qualifications Applicants must meet eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Current Federal employees must meet time-in grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-13 In order to be deemed as qualified candidates must have one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes: Experience planning and evaluating public affairs and internal communications programs and projects; Initiating and executing public and internal awareness activities and proactive outreach; Developing and presenting informational material to achieve understanding of various points of view or concepts from stakeholders with varying levels of understanding and different interests. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information EEO Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Veterans Information Legal and Regulatory Guidance