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Summary
The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting Voluntary Voting System Guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration.
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Overview
- Job closed
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Open & closing dates
09/12/2023 to 10/12/2023
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Salary
$94,199 - $122,459 per year
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Pay scale & grade
AD 00
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Announcement number
EAC-12113004-23-CB
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Control number
748982400
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Duties
As the Public Affairs Specialist, the incumbent of this position is responsible for communicating the EAC's mission, work, and messaging through the media and for external audiences. This person will plan and implement media strategies and messaging to support and promote the EAC's goals and objectives.
The incumbent reports to the Director of Communications, who determines the overall objectives and resources available. The employee and supervisor collaborate to develop the approach, timelines and general framework for projects and, within these parameters, with the Director of Communications the employee plans and carries out the work involved in developing, maintaining, and managing media communication, coordinating with others as appropriate, interpreting and applying policy, determining the content and format for media communication, and consulting with the supervisor on questionable content or issues.
The Director of Communications assigns special projects and assignments, defining the nature of the assignment, objectives to be achieved, and resources available. The employee independently resolves most problems that arise, keeping the Director informed on unusual, sensitive or controversial matters. Completed work is reviewed for achievement of objectives and consistency with governing laws, regulations, policies, and the EAC strategic plan.
MAJOR DUTIES
- Respond to requests from news media sources with the Director of Communications concerning agency operations while developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, media outlets and government officials.
- Maintain knowledge of current events and news and synthesize reports and information for background and preparation for external engagements.
- Develops material that informs the public of agency operations, as well as disseminate information, obtain and evaluate feedback to inform leadership of public o pinion.
- Provides guidance, assistance, and consultation to EAC leadership regarding specific requests from the media or the general public, stakeholders, and community and governmental entities.
- Arranges news media briefings and staff principals during media interviews ensuring support and consistent messaging across the agency.
- Prepare policy statements, attend meetings and conferences, and arrange interviews with organization personnel, as required.
- Draft and place op-eds and opinion pieces for EAC principals.
- Develops tactics, such as scope, tone of content, and timing, to launch and sustain the agency's work.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Candidates must meet all qualifications prior to the closing date of this announcement.
Candidates must be a US Citizen.
This position is subject to a (1) year probationary period.
Qualifications
Qualifications/Technical Competencies
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Skill in responding appropriately to a diversity of groups and individuals in a variety of challenging situations. Demonstrated ability to be tactful and to treat others with respect. Skill in developing networks, achieving cooperation , and collaborating with others when appropriate.
Influencing/Negotiating: Skill in influencing others to accept and implement recommendations and in building consensus. Ability to effectively resolve significant or controversial issues.
Written and Oral Communication: Demonstrated ability to clearly, succinctly and convincingly express facts and ideas both in writing and orally. Skill in listening and appropriately responding to the ideas, points of view, or concerns of others.
External Awareness: Skill in identifying, analyzing, and keeping abreast of legislation, policies, political, and social trends that affect the EAC and assess the impact to the agency's mission.
Technical Competencies
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Skill in responding appropriately to a diversity of groups and individuals in a variety of challenging situations. Demonstrated ability to be tactful and to treat others with respect. Skill in developing networks, achieving cooperation , and collaborating with others when appropriate.
Influencing/Negotiating: Skill in influencing others to accept and implement recommendations and in building consensus. Ability to effectively resolve significant or controversial issues.
Written and Oral Communication: Demonstrated ability to clearly, succinctly and convincingly express facts and ideas both in writing and orally. Skill in listening and appropriately responding to the ideas, points of view, or concerns of others.
External Awareness: Skill in identifying, analyzing, and keeping abreast of legislation, policies, political, and social trends that affect the EAC and assess the impact to the agency's mission.
Technical Competencies
- Experience working with members of the press and implementing strategic and proactive communications strategies.
- Ability to provide analytics and recommendations for effective media and communications.
- Ability to navigate media management software and disseminate information using this platform.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of written and oral communications. Skill in applying such knowledge to perform assignments involving public information, internal information, and community relations activities for internal and external audiences; develop written information materials for dissemination through a variety of media; determine and effectively use the most appropriate means for transmitting information and evaluate the effectiveness of the plans developed to communicate with targeted audiences.
- Skill and knowledge to develop innovative written communication materials such as news releases, feature stories, fact sheets, presentations, etc., and other products that effectively transmit information about EAC's programs and activities.
- Ability to speak to agency priorities and successes and respond to constructive criticism in a professional manner.
- Knowledge of information gathering and analysis techniques to gather, analyze, summarize, and report on election-related data.
Education
Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field is preferred.
Additional information
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned. Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
Benefits
Required Documents
As 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.
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
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 Apply
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume.
2. Submission of at least three writing samples or portfolio.
3. Three professional references:
- Name, Title, Name of Agency/Business, Contact Number, and Email;
- Include your current (or most recent if not currently employed) direct manager/supervisor as one of the three references.
5. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
6. Three writing sample and or portfolio required (copies).
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
- Address
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US
Next steps
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
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.
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5. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
6. Three writing sample and or portfolio required (copies).
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How to Apply
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume.
2. Submission of at least three writing samples or portfolio.
3. Three professional references:
- Name, Title, Name of Agency/Business, Contact Number, and Email;
- Include your current (or most recent if not currently employed) direct manager/supervisor as one of the three references.
5. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
6. Three writing sample and or portfolio required (copies).
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
- Address
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US
Next steps
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Learn more about
Election Assistance Commission
The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting Voluntary Voting System Guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
- Address
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US