Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: The incumbent serves as a Public Affairs Specialist for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), the incumbent is responsible to assist in the planning and execution of the MICC public affairs program.

Duties

Public Affairs Specialist for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), the incumbent is responsible to assist in the planning and execution of the MICC public affairs program throughout the MICC and its subordinate units. Responds to requests from the news media, the public, the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense, public affairs offices, and other agencies inquiring about MICC matters. Assists with the development of policy, procedures, and practices in the areas of Command Information, social media, photography, videography and congressional liaison matters. Develops and writes informative original material related to MICC programs and initiatives designed to reach national audiences through news media such as social media, radio, television, newspapers, trade publications and magazines. Written materials include news releases, fact sheets, feature stories, background statements, etc. Directs, writes, and coordinates the editorial work, publication, and distribution of social media and command information products, graphics and other informational material under the cognizance of the public affairs programs. Conducts editorial boards, develops concepts, story ideas, graphics and themes. Researches and writes news articles appropriate for both internal and external release. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with community, civic, state, and federal groups as well as local and national print and broadcast media representatives. disseminates information or answering inquiries about the MICC mission, its people, and operations to effectively publicize the unit and its subordinate units. Develops policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of command overview, VIP visits, and congressional liaison matters. Serves as the primary proponent for external release of website information to the public Develops responses to inquiries from media and public for review by the Senior Public Affairs Specialist and the MICC Commander. Provides on-site support at exhibit venues from set-up through tear-down as required, and coordinates logistical and on-site requirements with participants, to include presentation requirements and schedules. Develops or assists with the development of strategic communication plans by considering specific topics and/or emphasis on the most effective media for intended audiences. Gathers detailed analytics of social media and web performance of MICC communication for various demographics including special interest groups and other MICC stakeholders.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, as a condition of employment.
• This position has a travel requirement of at least 15% of the time

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes managing a public affairs program or office; advise higher echelon management on public affairs issues; developing public affairs material such as websites, articles, pamphlets, strategic video messaging, corporate-level marketing and branding and coordinating public affairs events for the agency. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (NH-02). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Oral CommunicationPlanning and EvaluatingPolitical SavvyPublic Affairs Policies and Procedures

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address AD-W6QMAA US ARMY MSN AND INSTALL CONTRACT CMD DO NOT MAIL Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk