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 manage the marketing and promotion programs for the Services Squadron's business and recreational activities to include the development and implementation of marketing strategies.

Duties

Develops surveys and performs marketing analysis to identify needs and wants of a varied audience. Develops and recommends marketing and publicity plans, policies, procedures, strategies, and programs using established management principles and pertinent regulations. Provides advertising media and implements promotional programs for Services activities. Serves as the commercial sponsorship program focal point for all unsolicited and solicited commercial sponsorship ventures. Develops annual budget and resource requirements to meet program objectives. Provides public affairs and public relations services for the Services Squadron with other base agencies.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• 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
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
• Recruitment and/or relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of established market research methods and techniques to perform research analysis; develop surveys; evaluate and establish promotional strategies to identify customer needs; develop and/or improve programs; and perpetuate established promotional goals and objectives; Knowledge of overall local market competition by analyzing the current environment; knowledge of public afairs including printed and broadcast media and the ability to operate in these mediums, including knowledge of advertising and promotion practices and techniques, graphic design, printed media, and various printing processes; knowledge of communication principles, methods, and techniques; skill in analyzing targeted customer needs and desires and determining the most efective marketing techniques to reach those clients. OR EDUCATION: Have Master Degree or equivalent Graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: 1. Knowledge of merchandising and marketing policies, procedures, methods, and publicity techniques to evaluate strengths or weaknesses, and to develop new or alter existing programs to meet desired goals and promote patronage. 2. Knowledge of market research methods and techniques to perform research analysis, develop surveys, evaluate, and establish promotional strategies to identify customer needs. 3. Ability to recognize and define problem areas, apply marketing research techniques, and analyze information for presentation to management. 4. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using a high degree of tact and diplomacy, to prepare and present surveys, reports, proposals, and press releases. 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

IF USING 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 Westover ARB 100 Lloyd Street Westover ARB, MA 01022 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]