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NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Public Affairs Specialist to join our team!
Learn more about this agency01/22/2024 to 02/08/2024
$99,200 - $153,354 per year
ZA 3
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Travel Description displayed on Announcement Text page.Meetings
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Term - 4 years
Full-time
Competitive
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CHIPS-205-24-12280662-AS
771575500
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
U.S. Citizens and People with Disabilities
The Public Affairs Specialist initiates and maintains engagement with staff at national and local labor groups to facilitate communication about the CHIPS program. The incumbent identifies stakeholders, conducts outreach, and works with subject matter experts to provide program details and respond to inquiries. In collaboration with the public engagement team, the incumbent develops and implements engagement strategies to incorporate stakeholder feedback into program planning. Reporting to the Director of Public Engagement, the incumbent provides updates on program activities and stakeholder feedback. The incumbent conducts research to locate critical stakeholders and engages through meetings, events, and conferences to align CHIPS program implementation with labor and workforce group interests.
Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.
This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS). The APMS is a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Find out more about the APMS here!
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. Please be sure that your resume and supporting documents include detailed information to support your qualifications for this position. Failure to provide sufficient and/or legible evidence in your resume or supporting documents may result in a "not qualified" determination. You MUST also selected at least ONE eligibility (i.e., how you wish to be considered) in order to receive consideration for this position.
REFERRAL
Qualified candidates are referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview. You will be referred depending upon your eligibility (i.e., Merit candidate, veterans preference, etc). Please review the Evaluation Process on how applicants are review and referred based upon how they wish to be considered for the position.
The documents required vary based on how you're applying (i.e., as a veteran or disabled veteran, current or former Federal employee, etc.). Please review the Required Documents for this position to find out if there are any documents required with your application. Failure to submit required documents, based upon how you apply, may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES: 1) A resume, 2) vacancy question responses, and 3) submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, or if the documents submitted are illegible you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume by either creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. Cover letters are optional. To receive any credit for relevant experience, please list the month/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. We suggest you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please refer to the Resume Guidance on how to build an effective resume.
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.
Click 'Apply' and we'll walk you through a four-step process on how to attach a resume and any required documents. While working an application, you may review, edit, delete and update information. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time the closing date of the announcement unless an applicant cut off has been identified (see the SUMMARY section, as appropriate). If an applicant cut off has been indicated, the announcement will close by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the date the cut off number has been met. Once your application has been 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.
NEED HELP?-If experiencing any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Apply Online' button): please contact the Agency Contact listed on this announcement between normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET). If receiving any kind of error message, please be ready to provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text and number. If necessary, we will provide you with a technical support number for further assistance.
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- If experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply on-line, please contact the Agency Contact listed on this announcement prior to the vacancy closing date and during normal business hours to discuss your situation.
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The CHIPS Program Office is looking for staff who are excited to work with a new, evolving team that will be responsible for evaluating, structuring, negotiating, and executing grants and loans for applications coming into the CHIPS Program Office.
The CHIPS Program Office will establish and manage programs that seek to restore U.S. leadership in semiconductor manufacturing by providing incentives and encouraging investment to expand the domestic manufacturing capacity necessary to produce the most advanced semiconductors needed for applications in AI and high-performance computing, as well as less advanced semiconductors that remain critical components of everything from automobiles to consumer electronics. In addition to major manufacturing investments, these programs will also focus on investments in supply chain, other strategic projects, workforce development programs and community investment. There is also a focus on catalyzing a dynamic new center for innovation and research, laying the groundwork for the creation of next generation industries.
Your work in this office will help to revitalize the domestic semiconductor industry, protect American national and economic security, preserve U.S. leadership in the industries of the future, create good-paying jobs, and build strong communities here in the United States.
