Public Affairs Specialist; Digital Communications Security Clearance

Position: Public Affairs Specialist (Digital Communications) with Security Clearance
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground

Duties
* Create digital content for social media platforms to support communication strategies.
* Develop visual information products, such as graphics and photographs, for use in multimedia activities.
* Apply public affairs regulations/guidance to ensure communication products meet organizational standards.
* Provide guidance to content providers on social media best practices to ensure adherence to policy.
* Advise senior leaders on public affairs issues to support engagement with key stakeholders.
* Conduct briefings for internal/external audiences to explain organizational objectives.
* Write media such as news releases, articles, and talking points to inform internal and external audiences about the organization's mission.
* Edit informational materials for areas such as clarity, accuracy, and adherence to style guidelines. Requirements Conditions of employment
* This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
* This position requires travel away from the normal duty station (up to 5% 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 for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
* Current Employees of the U.S. Army Test & Evaluation Command, HQ-ATEC with personal competitive status.
* Current Civilian Employees of the Organization Consideration will also be given to current Army employees with personal competitive status. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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. Specialized

Experience:

One year of specialized experience which includes:
1) Create informational materials, such as articles or social media posts, for an organization's communications program;
2) Apply established communication principles to engage with public audiences; and
3) Utilize digital tools to produce content for an organization's online platforms. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower level/grade position in the federal service (NH-02/GS-11). 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.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
* Oral Communication

* Public Affairs Policies and Procedures

* Technical Competence

* Written Communication Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information
* Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
* You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
* This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.

* Direct deposit of pay is required.
* Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
* If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.
* This is a(n) Professional Services Career Field position.
* Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
* Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
* Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
* The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, Student Loan Repayment, Credit for Leave Accrual, and Permanent Change of Station Allowance.
* The…