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Draper, UT
$75,000 - $97,000 PA
6 days ago
Full Time
Mid Level
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TMEP) (TITLE 32)
This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TMEP) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1168000 located at the Public Affairs Office, located in Draper UT, with the Utah Army National Guard. Priority will be given to those who are current military members of the Utah Army National Guard. The selecting supervisor for this vacancy is LTC TAMBRA WEST. TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT
Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list As a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TMEP) (TITLE 32), GS-1035-11, you will: Assists the Public Affairs Officer in the formulation of long-range plans and policies to enhance public understanding, support and acceptance of Public Affairs programs and/or activities statewide. Researches and develops informational materials and complete communication campaigns for release to audiences through electronic and newspaper media. Prepared materials explain or describe the mission of the NG, NG accomplishments, policies, programs or actions taken to ensure the NG's compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. Coordinates the analysis of response data on communication campaign effectiveness with programs managers. Responds to media requests for information of both a routine and controversial nature. Prepares or assembles information kits, edits informational materials drafted by subordinate public affairs specialists or unit UPAR's, releases photographs and/or feature stories to the news media, coordinates media interviews with NG subject matter experts and arranges photographic and electronic media coverage of newsworthy NG events. Maintains close working relationships with officials of various civic, media and community groups and Department of Defense personnel, as well as state and national government officials outside the NG. Provides training to UPAR's on PA program policies, practices and processes. Creates new or adapts or modifies accepted communication campaign formats to reach a target audience with a specific message. The selection of a communication campaign format is based on an analysis of targeted audience demographics and message content. After an informational campaign has been implemented, solicited and unsolicited response data is gathered to assess campaign effectiveness in reaching the target audience. If the campaign's results do not meet expectations, the incumbent identifies issues of concern, develops alternatives and after discussing these with the appropriate administrative personal, implements the most appropriate option. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
*Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position. **Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit. Minimum Requirements: Have experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or utilizing analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience using computers and automation systems. * DINFOS graduate preferred. Specialized Experience GS 11: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-1035-9. (SF 50 showing experience in occupational series 1035 is required to validate) OR Have experience involving a thorough knowledge of writing and communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to public affairs of the military. Experience developing new information materials including news releases, fact sheets, brochures, booklets, broadcast spots, etc., that increase communication with the agency's audiences. Experience making on-the-spot presentations to audiences with opposing points of view or erroneous understanding of agency positions. Experience responding timely and appropriately to requests for information concerning agency programs and services.