Position: Public Affairs Specialist, GS-13
Division: Office of Public Affairs
Unit: National Press Operations
Location: Washington, DC
Working Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30pm
Salary: GS13- $117,962.00-$153,354.00
Full Performance Level: GS-13
Number of Positions Available: 1
Duration: Full Time/Permanent
Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Applicants selected may be eligible for a 20% recruitment incentive. You will be required to sign a 2 - year service agreement upon receipt of the recruitment incentive.
Key Requirements
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Must be a U.S. citizen
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Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
ALL applicants must verify completion of the basic education requirement by submitting a copy of college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (if applicable)
Mission Statement:
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Major Duties
The National Press Operations Unit manages daily media relations with the national and international press corps as well as the entertainment media, while serving as the FBI external communications center during a national crisis, managing dissemination of FBI public information. The NPOU recommends media strategies to the Assistant Director, assists operational divisions with the development of proactive news stories and ensures timely response to all media requests. In addition, the NPOU coordinates advanced media relations training for Special Agents in Charge, field Public Affairs Officers and other executives. The NPOU maintains significant liaison contacts FBIHQ executives, the Public Affairs Office of the Department of Justice, the White House, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence
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Reviews incoming requests for information, interviews, or access from the media and entertainment industry.
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Prepares a variety of communications, including press releases, statements, talking points, guidance for field office Public Affairs Officers, and briefing materials for executives.
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Ensures that FBI procedures and guidelines are followed and the material or responses prepared by other FBI personnel are appropriate for release.
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Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the media as well as interagency partners.
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Identifies audiences, determines the most effective media, develops written materials, and secures the approval of relevant program managers and the assistance of media coordinators communication strategies.
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Responds orally and in writing to requests for information from the media.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.
Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans’ preference will be applied.
All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:
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Analytic Thinking
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Communication and Media
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Initiative
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Problem Solving/Judgment
Specialized Experience (SE):
GS-13: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
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Experience directing, evaluating and making recommendations on national programs, to improve the overall public affairs strategy.
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Experience establishing and maintaining effective relationships with the national media and special interest groups.
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Experience developing, implementing and evaluating communication strategies.
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Skilled in identifying audiences and determining the most effective media for that audience.
How to Apply
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