Job opening: PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TITLE 32)
Salary: $57 118 - 74 250 per year
Published at: Oct 24 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number NGD1167000 and is part of the TN ARMY Army National Guard.
This vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians (ACT), Chapter 103 (Volunteer Chapter).
Duties
As a PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, GS-1035-09, you will Develop news releases and feature articles describing Guard sponsored activities or events, presentation ceremonies, etc. Respond orally and in writing to requests for information from Guard members, member associations, external audiences, or special interest groups. Evaluate local media programming on NG events, activities, or communication campaigns to identify potential public relation issues with message content or format. Gather data on public reaction to communication campaigns for analyses and evaluation. Prepare and disseminate news releases and feature articles to the media for print. Consult with the pertinent program specialist to obtain the latest information for use in news releases, radio spots, print articles, meetings, and electronic broadcasts. Develop semi-technical written materials to educate a specific audience on the nature and purpose of the NG's programs, policies, and practices. Develop positive working relationships with state and local government personnel, community or special interest groups or individuals desiring input on state level NG policy, practices, or programs. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Applicant must complete a Baseline Pre-Placement Screening for General Schedule positions within 30 days of appointment.
- Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate Tricare Reserve Select eligibility.
- For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E-5 through E-7
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or using analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience in compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Experience using computers and automation systems.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 24 months specialized experience, education, or training involving knowledge of writing, communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to the public affairs of an agency. Experience in applying and adapting knowledge of strictly controlled situations of an agency. Experience writing articles on routine events of non-controversial subjects. Experience responding timely and appropriately to requests for information concerning agency programs and services. Experience participating in meetings with specialized groups to listen to and understand feedback on agency programs that are of particular interest to public.
Education
Education Requirement: None
Substitution of Education to qualify for this position is not available.
Contacts
- Address TN ARMY
3041 Sidco Dr
Nashville, TN 37204
US
- Name: MINNIE RANDOLPH
- Phone: 615-313-3031
- Email: [email protected]
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