Public Affairs Specialist
As a Public Affairs Specialist, at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties:
Develop and disseminate written communication in the form of news articles and releases, fact sheets, responses to media or the public, articles, pamphlets, newsletters and speeches Direct a public affairs program involving issues that are controversial or of significant public and Congressional interest Serve as a liaison between ICE leadership and the media by ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination Provide guidance, assistance and consultation to field offices concerning agency procedures for responding to requests from the media, general public, specialized groups, and community and government entities Manage public and community relations by handling queries about agency activities that could affect the community You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Developing written material such as press releases, feature stories, talking points, media plans, and media advisories for internal and external use Providing information to media concerning recent events and news items, as well as background information, explaining policies and procedures or laws and regulations Assisting employees and management on understanding procedures relating to responding to specific requests from the media, general public, specialized groups and community and governmental entities You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Developing and writing news releases, fact sheets, talking points and other materials intended for use in media outreach Facilitating and staffing media interviews with subject matter experts on a wide variety of agency topics Responding to media queries by researching issues and responding to points addressed in the inquiries, while considering sensitive areas of concern Responding orally and in writing to reporters on or off-the-record with clarity and situational context Preparing senior leadership for media interviews, news conferences and other press events Selective Placement Factor(s):
Selective placement factors are applied in the same manner as minimum qualification requirements. Relevant selective placement factor experience must be well documented in your resume. Failure to meet a selective placement factor will result in you not receiving further consideration. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following selective placement factor(s):
Experience in media relations as an agency or journalist/organizational spokesperson Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement OR Experience as a journalist or reporter for a commercial news organization Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees:
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. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Develop and disseminate written communication in the form of news articles and releases, fact sheets, responses to media or the public, articles, pamphlets, newsletters and speeches Direct a public affairs program involving issues that are controversial or of significant public and Congressional interest Serve as a liaison between ICE leadership and the media by ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination Provide guidance, assistance and consultation to field offices concerning agency procedures for responding to requests from the media, general public, specialized groups, and community and government entities Manage public and community relations by handling queries about agency activities that could affect the community You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Developing written material such as press releases, feature stories, talking points, media plans, and media advisories for internal and external use Providing information to media concerning recent events and news items, as well as background information, explaining policies and procedures or laws and regulations Assisting employees and management on understanding procedures relating to responding to specific requests from the media, general public, specialized groups and community and governmental entities You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as:
Developing and writing news releases, fact sheets, talking points and other materials intended for use in media outreach Facilitating and staffing media interviews with subject matter experts on a wide variety of agency topics Responding to media queries by researching issues and responding to points addressed in the inquiries, while considering sensitive areas of concern Responding orally and in writing to reporters on or off-the-record with clarity and situational context Preparing senior leadership for media interviews, news conferences and other press events Selective Placement Factor(s):
Selective placement factors are applied in the same manner as minimum qualification requirements. Relevant selective placement factor experience must be well documented in your resume. Failure to meet a selective placement factor will result in you not receiving further consideration. In addition to the minimum qualifications described above, you must meet the following selective placement factor(s):
Experience in media relations as an agency or journalist/organizational spokesperson Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement OR Experience as a journalist or reporter for a commercial news organization Serving as an intern will not satisfy this requirement Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees:
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. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
- Department:
1035 Public Affairs - Salary Range:
$76,721 to $132,064 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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