Public Affairs Specialist

To qualify for the GS-12: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal sector. Specialized experience must include: Drafts press releases, social media posts, and/or presentations for internal/external dissemination; AND Collaborates on designs/implements proactive public outreach regarding initiatives and programs; AND Coordinates public awareness campaigns in order to gather information; AND Provides recommendations or revisions to communication tools such as web page content; AND Liaising with members of the media and trusted organizations to maintain effective working relationships and share information. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Director, Governmental & Public Affairs, Office of External Outreach and Heritage, Community Relations Branch, Washington, DC.