The incumbent will serve as Public Affairs Specialists with responsibility for developing, coordinating, and carrying out a sound public information program to communicate agency policies, programs, services, and activities throughout the state. The position in the State Office will provide supervision and leadership for program activities and manage resources by preparing schedules for staff activities.

Duties

Plans and coordinates an effective public information program throughout the state and works with program managers and other members providing information on NRCS by making recommendations on key issues and concerns. Establishes and maintains working relations with representatives of state and federal agencies and public organizations in sharing, developing, and producing conservation information. Provides guidance for developing brochures, bulletins, charts, photographs, and other materials to promote NRCS programs; and edits news articles prepared by Field Office personnel for inclusion in state and other magazines. Organizes and coordinates public participation activities with appropriate staff for conservation programs and designs strategies and procedures to obtain input and opinions from a variety of audiences which are used in policy decisions. Works within a team concept to develop and implement ways to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of the products and/or services provided to internal and external customers. Provides overall leadership of program activities, making work assignments, evaluating performance, interviewing candidates and making selections, determines training needs.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. If selected, you will be sent instructions on obtaining fingerprints. Please note we are not able to reimburse any fees incurred for fingerprints.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle operator's license for the type of vehicle(s) operated to perform the duties of this position.
• Subject to one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in grade: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade to be considered for the next higher grade (e.g. one year at the GS-11 grade level for consideration for the GS-12 grade level). Specialized Experience to qualify for the GS-12: You must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service, which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: Developing, coordinating, and carrying out public information programs to communicate policies, programs, services, and strategic marketing and program activities to an internal and external audience; Advising on and editing articles and other written materials written by staff in consultation with the technical supervisor and/or staff specialist; and Establishing and maintaining work relations with representatives to provide and develop information and respond to legislative questions. For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here: Group Coverage Qualifications Standard-Admin & Management Positions 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Note: There is no education substitution for the GS-12 level.

Contacts

• Address Natural Resources Conservation Service 1400 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20250 US
• Name: Adriane Boyd
• Phone: 202-401-0519
• Email: [email protected]