The Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs ATSD(PA) is the principal staff assistant and advisor to the Secretary of Defense on Department of Defense (DoD) public affairs and on internal information and related activities of the Defense Media Activity. The ATSD(PA) is responsible for establishing and implementing policies and systems necessary for the effective and efficient performance of DoD public affairs and internal information programs.

Duties

Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: Serves the Director, Policy & Executive Services (PES) and is the key advisor to the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs) (ATSD(PA)) executive management of resources and special programs. Develops and manages all policy, plans, programs, and operations for financial management, human resources (civilian and military), talent management, acquisition and procurement, facilities and real property management, security management, logistics management, administrative services, and equal opportunity. Conducts management studies, analyses, inspections, data collection, etc., for the purpose of reporting to the ATSD (PA) concerning the effective and efficient utilization of public affairs personnel (military and civilian) and fiscal resources. Prepares and recommends to the ATSD(PA) for final approval, annual and supplemental budget estimates covering personnel needs, travel, training and overtime funds, consultant requirements, information resource management requirements, and contractual needs, including the preparation of justifications or explanatory data, as required.

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 you to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• This position requires frequent travel away from your normal duty station on a regular basis
• Work may require frequent travel away from the normal duty station on a regular basis.

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-includ You may qualify at the GS-15 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your ability: understanding the needs, problems and techniques for administering major human capital programs; planning, organizing and coordinating work situations where numerous demands are involved; analyzing work problems of an administrative nature; communicating effectively, both oral and written, on sensitive matters; strong background in management and personnel administration including knowledge of administrative laws, policies and regulations. 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. 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, including 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 Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

Contacts

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