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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST T32, Position Description Number PDD1167000 and is part of the AZ JFHQ ARMY, National Guard.
Learn more about this agency07/30/2024 to 12/02/2024
$62,635 - $81,425 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Not required
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
9
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AZ-12490813-24-NW-24-106T
802349200
This position is located at Joint Force Headquarters-State Public Affairs Office in Phoenix, Arizona. The primary purpose of the position is to collect, assemble, prepare and disseminate information concerning the various activities of the state's NG.
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
Military Grades:
Army Enlisted: E2/PV2 - E6/SSG
Army Officer: O1/2LT - O3/CAPT
or
Air Enlisted: E2/Amn - E6/TSgt
Air Officer: O1/2Lt - O3/Capt
Compatible Military Assignments:
Army Enlisted: Must have or be able to obtain a 46 Series MOS
Army Officer: Must have or be able to obtain a 46 Series Functional Area
or
Air: Must have or be able to obtain a 3N0X6 AFSC
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1 year equivalent to at least GS-7 experience, education, or training involving knowledge of writing, communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to the public affairs of an agency. Experience in applying and adapting knowledge of strictly controlled situations of an agency. Experience writing articles on routine events of non-controversial subjects. Experience responding timely and appropriately to requests for information concerning agency programs and services. Experience participating in meetings with specialized groups to listen to and understand feedback on agency programs that are of particular interest to public.
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
If 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
You 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):
1. Knowledge and skill sufficient to assist in the planning, writing and editing of feature news and technical articles for release to interested internal or external audiences.
2. Knowledge of target audience lifestyles, interests and activities sufficient to identify the most effective methods by which data on informational campaign effectiveness can be obtained for evaluation.
3. Knowledge of and skill in applying communication campaign development methods and practices to advise program managers on the most effective approaches to message formatting and delivery to a specific or general audience
4. Knowledge of the principals and methods of mass communication and skill in applying or adapting these principals and methods to recurring assignments.
5. Knowledge of and skill in applying public speaking skills to engagements where NG programs, activities, objectives and policies are discussed and the audience's reaction gauged.
To apply for this position, you MUST SUBMIT a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Optional Form 612 or your resume must provide the following information in the application/resume (or equivalent) for proper evaluation:
- Name
- Mailing address
- Phone Number (daytime and evening)
- Work experience related to the job for which you are applying, including job title (if federal, include pay plan, series and grade), date experience was obtained (i.e., in a from mm/yy to mm/yy format).
- Hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
2. Other supporting documents: Applicant MUST submit their most current Enlisted Record Brief (ERB), Officer Record Brief (ORB) or Report on Individual Personnel (RIP) to verify unit, rank, MOS/Branch/AFSC, and security clearance 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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12490813A 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/.
Once 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.
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/802349200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
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