Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to work independently and/or serve as project manager for formulating and developing internal and external marketing plans and campaigns for the design, development, testing and implementation of the Services worldwide marketing research efforts.

Duties

Project manager for formulating, developing and implementing marketing plans. Project Manager for the design, development, test and implementation of marketing and survey research. Analyzes and interprets research data. Prepares reports and briefings. Prepares specifications, budgets and contract statements of work for contracted vendors. Supports training initiatives.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Incumbent may be required to act in the absence of the Marketing and Public Affairs Branch Chief.
• Required traveling by military and or/ commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty and training assignments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Clerical and Administrative Support Positions . Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of this announcement closing one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 or above grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes marketing research to create and implementing marketing strategies to promote products, services, or brands; helping businesses reach their target audience, build brand awareness, and drive sales using a variety of methods including market research, strategy development, campaign planning and execution, content creation, digital marketing, analytics and measurement, brand management and collaboration FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of, and ability to apply, analytical processes and investigative techniques for conducting studies and detailed analyses of various functions and processes. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, marketing research theories, principles and techniques, including sampling theory (probability and nonprobability, questionnaires and research by design, and inferential statistics) and trend analysis. Knowledge of, and technical proficiency in the use of, state of- art publishing software/hardware, methodology and application, e.g., color separations, color processing, design techniques, sizing (photos, printing, etc.) ability to input data from a keyboard (qualified typist not required). Knowledge of, and ability to apply, attitude and opinion research methodologies, including but not limited to, paper and pencil mail surveys, one-on-one interviews, focus groups, telephone interviews. Ability to conduct, analyze and interpret focus groups. Knowledge of, and ability to integrate and apply, design automation products such as desktop publishing, word processing, graphic and automation processes. Recent experience using PageMaker, Core Draw, Photo Shop and Office Suite most desirable. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and legibly in writing. Ability to lead team members from beginning to completion of a project. Ability to manage projects and motivate team members. Ability to conceptualize and create target-specified promotional programs, special events and media that meet customer needs and management constraints and guidelines Ability to establish budgetary parameters and control expenses within prescribed guidelines Ability to develop and present, from concept to presentation, a variety of training formats, e.g., lecture, on-the job, computer self paced, and accompanying training aids. Knowledge of statistical analysis software and programming languages including, but not limited to, Statistical Analysis Systems, the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. Ability to develop Statements of work. Knowledge of, and ability to develop and apply, policies, practices, and procedures for developing, awarding and managing a contract. 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 hours per week. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AF Installation and Mission Support Center 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]