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 serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees. Assists the chief of public affairs in managing all public affairs programs. Advises commanders and their staffs on the communication implications of plans, policies and programs.

Duties

Exercises 1st level technical and administrative supervisory personnel management responsibilities and plans work to be accomplished by subordinate employees, sets and adjusts short and long-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the public affairs Operations Division, ensuring that activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. Represents the Public Affairs office with a variety of councils, boards, working groups, and panels inside and outside the agency by establishing, developing, and maintaining effective working relationships with senior defense officials, field representatives, intergovernmental and nongovernmental leaders, local/state/federal elected and appointed officials, news media, business professional and academic leaders, civic leaders, and the general public. Serves as advisor for Public Affairs by participating in policy formulation; advises on the potential public reaction to proposed policies, plans and actions; organizes and evaluates communication strategies, goals and objectives, programs, and materials.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Public Affairs Series 1035. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is experience in developing goals and objectives that integrate organizational objectives; Researching, interpreting, analyzing and applying guidelines, policies, regulations, etc.; Establishing policies and procedures for accomplishment of work; Planning and scheduling work in a manner that promotes a smooth flow and even distribution; Coordinating plans and schedules with other organization managers and customers as appropriate. NOTE: 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. 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 communication concepts, principles, policies, practices, methods, applications, techniques, standards and trends applicable to researching, planning, developing, coordinating, leading and evaluating broad Public Affairs and visual information programs and requirements, strategies and assets to perform the mission. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices and procedures. Ability to plan, organize and direct the functions, mentor, motivate and appraise the staff of an organization. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Knowledge of the methods, concepts and techniques to develop, research, analyze and evaluate written materials and visual information products to effectively prepare communication products on matters of importance while representing a wide variety of organizations and viewpoints. 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

ARE YOU USING YOUR 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 Tinker AFB 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]