The Communications Specialist serves as a Visual Information/Media Specialist with responsibility for the design, development, implementation, production, and maintenance of the Aleda Lutz VA Medical Center internet/intranet and SharePoint websites, and a variety of audio-visual equipment, media, and other materials. This position is located in Saginaw, Michigan.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** The work of this position requires a broad knowledge of the principles, regulations, security controls, and techniques for web and medical management. Duties include but may not be limited to: Designs, develops, and administers the day-to-day operation of the website for both Internet and Intranet websites. Coordinates the design and development of complex, high-level multimedia products. Collects, analyzes, assembles, prepares and disseminates and presents information to customers with varying levels of understanding and differing perspectives. Creates a variety of materials using computer graphic imaging, digital photography, videography, and multi-media software. Utilizes automated data processing applications such as desktop publishing, graphics, and social networking technology. Uses audio-visual techniques to assist in preparation of radio, television, slide show, speech materials, or other methods of communication. Manages and tracks the library equipment, including audio and video materials. Ensures all material posted on websites is compliant with federal and VA regulations and requirements. Provides assistance and support to others in the use of audiovisual equipment, video teleconferencing, and multimedia products. Organizes and communicates ideas and thoughts effectively through written correspondence and oral presentation. Participates in market research activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicant(s) must meet the following: TYPING PROFICIENCY: This position requires the skills of a qualified typist. In addition to meeting the experience and/or education requirements, you must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. In addition to the Typing Proficiency, applicants must meet one of the following to qualify: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Requires one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) in Federal Service that has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this GS-11 Communications Specialist position. Specialized experience includesmaintaining online information such as internet/intranet and SharePoint websites; utilizing a variety of audio-visual equipment, media, and materials; and coordinating the design and development of multi-media products. (Resume must clearly demonstrate this experience to be creditable. We will not make assumptions regarding experience.) OR- SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION: Successful completion of a Ph.D., or equivalent doctorate degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. from an accredited college or university. This education must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. (Transcripts Required) OR- COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: An equivalent combination of successfully completed higher level graduate education and specialized experience, as described above, may be used to meet the total qualification requirements. Only graduate education in excess beyond the 2nd year may be used. (Transcripts Required) You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: CommunicationsCommunications and MediaTechnical CompetenceTechnology Awareness IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Requirements: The work is mostly sedentary, however, some standing, walking, pushing, and reaching. Finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination are required to manipulate computers, printers, and media equipment. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing: the ability to operate computers and other equipment. The work involves walking, standing, bending, carrying medium weight items (

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Aleda E Lutz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1500 Weiss Street Saginaw, MI 48602 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]