This position works in collaboration with programs in the Washington Support Office, DOI Solicitors' Office, NPS regional offices, and parks to research, advise, design, develop, and produce an array of media products in support of the mission of the National Park Service. Open to the first 50 applicants or until 05/16/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Duties

The major duties of the Brand Manager include, but are not limited to, the following: Serves as the principal advisor to the Harpers Ferry Center, Washington Service Office, Regional Offices, and parks to maintain ongoing communications, consultation, guidance, and expertise in brand, visual identity, and intellectual property issues. Develops standards, specifications, and guidelines relating to the NPS brand, visual identity, and intellectual property (e.g., logo, trademark, trade dress, etc.). Works closely with DOI General Counsel's office on guidance and training on intellectual property and licensing standards, triage of new design requests, and development and maintenance of NPS graphic templates and forms. Determines project and program budget priorites and presents accurate budget proposals tha align with strategic work plans and program needs and goals. Serves as a leader in the management of digital/visual communications for the NPS. Effectively and frequently communicates with leadership, co-workers, other directorates, workgroups, parks, regions and partners.

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-05/16/2024-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 for each federal position listed as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of qualifying experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Failure to adequately provide information needed to determine number of hours worked in each position may result in that time not being credited when evaluating qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the full and/or part-time hours requirement as the service dates will be reflected. To qualify for this position at the GS-13 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement: EXPERIENCE: At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience includes activities such as: Expert knowledge of leading design team(s) in the development and design of brand identity packages and marketing and communications campaigns and products for major national or global brand(s); leading design team(s) in the development and design of exhibits and/or interactive experiences for major national or global brand(s) or institution(s); and creating design products with attention to business goals and objectives, including strategy and audience targeting; Mastery of and skill in applying a wide range of advanced design principles, concepts, and practices; Comprehensive knowledge to ensure all design meets universal design standards, policies, guidelines, and best practices, including the Architectural Barriers Act accessibility standards and Sections 504 and 508 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, as amended to establish compliance and effective accessibility for visitors with disabilities; and leadership skills to provide program direction for other NPS employees and partners including, but not limited to, Policy and Management Analysts, Visual Information Specialists, Project Managers, Park Managers, Contract Specialists, Solicitors, and Agency Leadership. . You must include hours per week worked. Volunteer Experience: 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.

Contacts

• Address Harpers Ferry Center 67 Mather Place Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 US
• Name: Washington Office
• Email: [email protected]