THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a Public Affairs Specialist, Position Description Number PDD2400000 and is part of the MA ARNG Recruiting and Retention, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SFC Kenneth Dowd at (774) 573-5287

Duties

1. Applies modern, industry techniques to create engaging social media content to tell the Army's story and communicate Army recruiting priorities on the recruiting battalion's official social media platforms. Plans and creates multimedia content using graphic design, photo manipulation and video editing software and techniques. Must be able to operate the battalion's host of social media platforms. Will ensure all social media pages within the battalion's footprint maintain consistent messaging and provide accurate, policy-compliant, engaging and timely information. Knowledge of operating Hootsuite is recommended. Must be knowledgeable of DOD and Army policies regarding social media. Assists with managing the battalion's Social Media Content Calendar. Works regularly with USAREC's web content manager and social media marketing representative to ensure content integration and synchronization between the command's website and social media platforms. Attends working groups, operational planning teams and in progress reviews with battalion and brigade staff in support of the command's communication strategies with a focus on social media as well as usarec.army.mil support and content development. Understands how to access social media platform metrics and assist the Advertising and Public Affairs Chief with compiling reports. (Approx. 55%) 2. Provides or coordinates for social media coverage of major communication events and efforts using the battalion's official social media platforms, including but not limited to, Future Soldier events, educator tours, awards for recruiters, and other key recruiting functions. Provides updates to brigade and USAREC headquarters regarding upcoming social media activity to coordinate amplifying coverage at higher levels. (Approx. 25%). 3. Researches new and innovative tools, programs, systems, software, services and social media industry trends to maintain the battalion's currency and relevance with social media efforts and strategies. Assists Advertising and Public Affairs Chief with preparing social media training and educational materials to provide guidance and training to company and center-level personnel supporting social media efforts. Researches, writes, develops and presents decision/information papers and briefings. (Approx. 20%) Performs 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.
• 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.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.

Qualifications

Military Grades: ENL: PV1 to SFC OFFICER: 2LT to 1LT WARRANT OFFICER: WO1 to CW3 *All applications will be considered regardless of Branch MOS* AREA OF CONSIDERATION:Open to current members of the Massachusetts Army National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have 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 1 year of experience equivalent to next lower grade level (GS-7) to include 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. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Contacts

• Address MA ARNG Recruiting and Retention 2 Randolph Road Hanscom AFB, MA 01757 US
• Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
• Email: [email protected]