The incumbent serves as a Communications Specialist providing support to Livermore Field Office (LFO ) by performing a series of strategic communications functions to facilitate LFO mission activities.

Duties

As a Executive Administrative Specialist (Communications Specialist), you will:

Requirements

Qualifications

This position can be filled at the NQ-02 target 03 pay band or the NQ-03 pay band. NQ-02 pay band ($74,642 - $140,713) NQ-03 pay band ($128,717- $191,900) SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS NQ-02 - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience and/ or education equivalent to the next lower NNSA pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service i.e., NQ-01 band or GS-7 grade level. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: (Must meet least 3 of the 4) Experience in analyzing, interpreting and communicating complex ideas orally and in writing in order to formulate and present findings, briefings, project papers, status reports, and correspondence to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Experience creating and manipulating digital media, such as digital images, video, audio, and electronic documents to communicate with diverse audiences. Experience with planning, organizing, and executing special events and meetings. Experience assisting programs, specifically Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), by implementing guidelines, coordinating program strategy, and communicating with various stakeholders. NQ-03 - A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service, i.e., NQ-02 pay band or GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: (Must meet least 5 of the 6) 1. Ability to analyze, interpret and communicate complex ideas orally and in writing in order to formulate and present findings, briefings, project papers, status reports, and correspondence to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. 2. Experience creating and manipulating digital media, such as digital images, video, audio, and electronic documents to communicate with diverse audiences. 3. Ability to prepare reports, memos, fact sheets and presentations for management or external customers. 4. Ability to lead training sessions and coach others in communications principles and strategies. 5. Ability to plan, organize, and execute special events and meetings. 6. Experience managing programs, specifically Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), by implementing guidelines, coordinating program strategy, and communicating with various stakeholders. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

Education

NQ-02 PAY BAND ONLY

Master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field as described in the vacancy announcement.
OR
2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree in a field as described in the vacancy announcement.
OR
A combination of graduate level education and experience as described in the vacancy announcement.

Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. A written evaluation of any foreign education must be provided with your application in response to this vacancy announcement or be received by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide this evaluation will result in you being found unqualified for the position. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education, see the Department of Education website, and for a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, visit The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Contacts

• Address NNSA - Livermore Field Office 24600 20th St SE Kirtland AFB, NM 87117-5507 US
• Name: Cathy Lee-Amos
• Email: [email protected]