This position is in the Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response, Research and Crisis Communications Outreach Strategies. About: The Office of Research and Development (ORD) This is an office-centered position*--you must physically report to one of the duty stations stated in this announcement on a regular basis (location TBD after candidate selected). *Work-from-home flexibilities may be authorized as described in the Benefits section.

Duties

You will:

Requirements

• You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section.

Qualifications

To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must have 1 year of full-time* specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level defined as collaborating with or creating partnerships to facilitate effective joint communication related to environmental protection programs for external (e.g. media, town hall) events; briefing media representatives on environmental or public policy programs; and developing communication plans, taking into account specific communities or diverse audiences with varying points of view.  Your answers to the online assessment will be used to evaluate your competencies in the following areas: 1) Skill in oral communication; 2) Ability to assess media needs and develop answers to inquiries: 3) Knowledge of environmental programs; 4) Skill in written communication; 5) Ability to analyze media and public perception; 6) Skill in developing communications strategies; 7) Ability to assess coverage and advise senior leaders. 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. *If you have part-time work experience, read this: EPA Announcement Policies and Procedures.

Contacts

• Address Environmental Protection Agency U.S. EPA, HRMD Mail Drop: C639-02 109 T.W. Alexander Drive, P.O. Box 12055 RTP, North Carolina 27711 United States
• Name: RCD Staffing
• Phone: 919-541-3014
• Email: [email protected]