This position is located in the Defense Innovation Unit and serves as the subject matter expert for strategic communication strategies and engagement plans for the organization within the federal government and DoD, and with external stakeholders. The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is focused exclusively on accelerating the adoption of commercial technology to transform military capability and capacity, while growing the national security innovation base.

Duties

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves as the Director for Strategic Communications, responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating DIU's strategic communications. Advises senior leaders and staff on strategic communications, ensuring clear and comprehensible information dissemination about DIU programs and activities. Plans and executes strategic external engagements, identifying opportunities for DIU to engage key stakeholders through speaking engagements, conferences, and exhibitions. Oversees the use of DIU's branding across all products and platforms, manages trademark registrations, and administers DIU's online communication platforms and social media. Develops and implements communication plans to foster understanding and commitment to DIU's goals. Develops engagement procedures to maximize opportunities and outcomes, oversees the creation of preparation materials, and leads briefings for DIU leaders on engagements with the Department of Defense (DoD), Congress, and industry. Analyzes inquiries, researches information sources, and creates logical presentations to resolve issues. Assigns tasks, facilitates collaboration among a dispersed team, and oversees the progress of strategic communication activities.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• This position is subject to the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position requires a TOP SECRET/SCI clearance.
• This position requires you may be required to file the Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450) within 30 days of being designated, and annual thereafter.
• You may be occasionally required to travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The salary range for Pentagon, Arlington, VA is 139,395 - $191,900. The salary range for Mountain View, CA is $152,105 - $191,900. The salary will be based on the location for which selected.

Qualifications

For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration. Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? at https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include/ You may qualify at the NH-4 (GS-14/15) level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-3 (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your: Experience demonstrating proficiency in the principles, methods, practices, and techniques of internal and external communications, including writing, editing, oral presentations, audio, and visual communication, in order to develop, plan, and execute the Strategic Communications Program effectively. Experience applying diverse communication and management philosophies, theories, and implementation strategies to convey factual information into appropriate themes and messages. Experience utilizing an advanced understanding of the political nuances of communications within the industry to provide guidance to senior leadership and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regulations and guidelines while upholding credibility. Experience researching and simplifying complex policy, program, and organizational information into clear and strategic communications for senior leadership decision-making, including legislation, resources, and funding profiles. Expertise in administrative program operations, support functions, regulations, and precedents to handle media inquiries, assess potential controversial issues, and develop communication strategies to maintain public support. Experience utilizing knowledge of project management to effectively and efficiently handle multiple complex projects simultaneously. 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. ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD-214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. The service member's military service dates are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the definition of "veteran" under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The "certification" must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD-214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with their initial application will be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave. ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1. Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. All qualifications, education, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. Additional Information (Cont'd) Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.7. Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference. Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Office of the USD for Research and Engineering Human Resources Directorate 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350 US
• Name: Washington HQ Services
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]