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Component Mission
Strategic Communications positions the IC for the future through consistent and focused messaging and engagement that clearly communicates the vision, mission, and direction of the IC over the next 5-10 years. Builds relationships, partnerships and strategies to create the right level of insights and transparency internally and externally, garnering the understanding and support of the American public.
09/20/2018 to 10/11/2018
$126,148 - $174,500 per year
SL 00
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
00
Yes
No
15926-DE-10319109-18-AA
512056000
Major Duties and Responsibilities (MDRs)
-Serve as the senior media spokesperson for the ODNI; Prepare and facilitate subject matter experts for print, web, radio or television media interviews.
-Oversee and lead professional staff of communications professionals to provide ODNI leaders and components with substantive advice and counsel on the development of proactive external communications strategies including media relations, external engagements outreach and engagement, and speeches.
-Develop media relations strategies that advance National Security, ODNI and IC priorities and build upon ongoing transparency initiatives and efforts.
-Lead the development news releases, media advisories, public affairs guidance, and responses to inquiries from United States (U.S.) and international media to support ODNI events and activities; develop news releases and other publicly releasable documents in accordance with approved style guide, e.g. "Associated Press Stylebook."
-Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with staff in other communications organizations in the Intelligence Community (IC), and, as appropriate, members of the media, community leaders, policy groups, and/or concerned constituencies to provide information about ODNI mission, programs, and activities. Deliver timely, relevant and important information to the ODNI and IC workforces to facilitate understanding of the ODNI's mission, goals and strategies.
-Provide advice and counsel to the ODNI leadership on all matters with respect to public engagement and a proactive external communications approach.
-Lead, direct, and continually refine end-to-end communications procedures, business practices, and processes for best effect and maximum efficiency.
-Lead a team of professional staff and assess performance, collaborate and oversee goal setting, and provide feedback on personal development.
Mandatory and Educational Requirements
-Technical Qualifications (Mandatory Qualifications)
-Demonstrated knowledge of the ODNI, IC, Congress, and the overall national security apparatus
-Expert experience in media relations, public relations, journalism or serving as a press secretary in U.S. government, or relevant private sector work.
-Proven ability to design and implement innovative and successful communication strategies for IC initiatives and programs.
-Expert oral and written communication skills with the ability to conduct and lead independent research, filter and synthesize data, and produce clear, logical, and concise products.
-Demonstrated experience in crisis communications.
-Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a variety of audiences and convey information to a variety of audiences with different levels of comprehension of ODNI's mission, vision and goals.
-Proven ability to work with senior officials, to build and sustain professional networks in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment, and to manage competing priorities.
-Analytical and critical thinking skills.
-The ability to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Intelligence Community Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Office Representative by classified email at DNI-EEOD-RA-ACF@exchange.cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI-EEOD@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-874-8360, by TTY at 703-874-8554, or by FAX at 703-874-8651. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IN THE 'HOW TO APPLY' SECTION BELOW.
JOB INTERVIEW TRAVEL: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. If selected for an in-person interview, the ODNI hiring office will pay for travel by commercial carrier (economy class) or reimburse for privately owned vehicle (POV) mileage. If applicable, the candidate also will be reimbursed at a flat rate for commercial lodging and per diem.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the position description and required KSAs and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. The description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the work performed. The best qualified applicants will be further evaluated through an interview process.
All Applicants:
APPLICATION PACKAGES MUST CONTAIN ALL ITEMS LISTED ABOVE. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Your application MUST be received by midnight on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. To verify receipt of your application package ONLY, you may call or email at 703-275-3799; Email: Recruitment_TeamA@dni.gov
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.
Internal ODNI Candidates:
A complete application package must include:
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
c. VACANCY NUMBER: Reference the vacancy number and list USA Jobs in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
External Candidates:
Key Requirements:
What To Expect Next
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/512056000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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