Job opening: PROGRAM SPECIALIST - Regional Outreach and Communications Coordinator
Salary: $144 731 - 245 201 per year
Published at: Nov 13 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
If selected, you will develop and implement an outreach and communications strategy to help the office reach various investor, industry, law enforcement and regulatory groups. You will also help the office effectively communicate through print, broadcast, and online media sources and will develop and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, self-regulatory organizations, not-for-profits, media outlets, and other entities to further advance the office's mission.
Duties
At the SEC, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service.
Serving as an advisor on all investor education and outreach activities in the region. Developing effective relationships with agencies, self-regulatory organizations, not-for-profits, media outlets, and other organizations to accomplish this mission.
Working with various stakeholders within the SEC on a comprehensive outreach strategy that incorporates agency-wide priorities, and helping to execute the plan. Serving as the office's liaison to the SEC's Office of Public Affairs (OPA) to maximize communication with the investing public and securities industry, including drafting press releases for Enforcement actions and working with Enforcement staff and OPA on issuing them.
Planning and overseeing outreach events for various investor, law enforcement, regulatory, and business communities.
Maintaining and developing social media communications across the region, and increasing investor awareness using social media platforms. Coordinating the approval process for guest speakers at office sponsored events, and assisting office staff seeking approval to take part in outside events.
Coordinating technology, administrative assignments, and projects as needed.
Requirements
- You must be a US Citizen.
- Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
- Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
- This position has promotion potential to the SK-14.
- PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period.
- SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
- DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
- PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
- DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
- This position is in the collective bargaining unit.
- This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.
Qualifications
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
SK-14: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level: Specialized experience includes the following: Specialized Experience Includes at least FOUR of the following:
Planning, developing, managing and leading communications functions of a large scale organization (200+ employees) intended to reach regional and national public groups.
Creating and implementing a strategic, multi-faceted communications program designed to build and strengthen the organization's role and reputation as a leader and authoritative voice in the financial services industry.
Serving as a mid or senior-level member of a media/public relations team for a large scale organization (200+ employees); managing and/or preparing media relations activities including press releases, and social media. Developing digital content for the enterprise's internal and external communications; creating strategic goals for its development, use, and support of electronic content and communication resources and services;
Working with internal and external stakeholders within the financial services industry to effectively communicate with the public, businesses, government agencies, and self-regulatory organizations;
Planning, developing, and implementing outreach or community events for various public groups.
Contacts
- Address New York Regional Office
100 Pearl St
Suite 20-100
New York, NY 10004
US
- Name: ask HR
- Email: [email protected]
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