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Nightwing

Radio Communications Specialist

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

$53K - $70K/yr

Nightwing is seeking an experienced and cleared Radio Communications Specialist in support of USG in the Warrenton and Herndon areas. The right candidate will provide Senior level Program Management ...

Nightwing

Radio Communications Specialist - OPT

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

$53K - $70K/yr

Nightwing is seeking an experienced and cleared Radio Communications Specialist to join as an occasional part-time (OPT) flex resource. The right candidate will provide Senior level Program ...

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Communications Operations Specialist

Department of State - Agency Wide

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

$143K - $187K/yr

Full-time

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Summary
This position is located in the the office of the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS) and Director of the Diplomatic Security Service (DS/DSS), Department of State. As the law enforcement and security arm of the Department of State, DSS serves as the focal point for intradepartmental and external communication on all law enforcement and security issues related to the bureau's equities in the United States and abroad.
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Duties
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  • Plans and develops strategic marketing plans for high priority official written statements, Department presentations, and articles regarding international law enforcement and security issues.
  • Develops and maintains strategic relationships with media stakeholders to facilitate communication and understanding regarding DSS's law enforcement and security issues.
  • Develops and establishes clear and measurable communications strategy objectives and performance metrics.
  • Provides advice and
    recommendations on improving DSS law enforcement and security services content coverage to strengthen public understanding and introduce new communication opportunities.
  • Implement digital tools for project management, engagement analysis, and media management, including AI-driven solutions.

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Conditions of employment
  • Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/

Qualifications
Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement.
Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F.
Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
  • Experience developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive strategic communications programs.
  • Experience coordinating communications content and messaging strategies on law enforcement and/or security issues.
  • Experience evaluating the effectiveness of strategic communications programs and multimedia messaging campaigns.

There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-14 position.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
Additional information
  • To request a reasonable accommodation for additional time on the timed sections of the assessment, please submit your request using the "Request a Reasonable Accommodation" button within the Assessment Application.
    For all other reasonable accommodations at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations (OAA) at OAA@state.gov.
    OAA is responsible for reviewing and adjudicating reasonable accommodation (RA) requests for the Assessment Battery being used for this announcement. The following applies to all RA requests:
    • RA requests cover additional time on timed sections only.

    • Applicants submitting a RA request MUST attach supporting medical documentation signed by a licensed, treating medical provider. The documentation should describe the nature, severity, and expected duration of the condition, identify the relevant medical condition or diagnosis, and explain the basis for the requested extension. RA requests that do not contain supporting medical documentation attachments at the time of initial request may be subject to further review.

    • Note: the following documents do not, on their own, qualify for automatic approval of the RA request: Schedule A letters, VA benefits letters, or SSA letters.

    • Applicants MUST submit their application before the vacancy closes, even if pending an accommodation decision.

    • Applicants are encouraged to carefully follow instructions related to medical documentation provided in the vacancy announcement prior to beginning the RA process.

    • Applicants will have 48 hours after their RA request is adjudicated to complete the assessment battery. Scores generated after the allotted timeframe will not be admissible and the applicant will not be considered further for the vacancy.

    • If a different type of RA is needed, please contact OAA directly at OAA@state.gov.
  • If eligible, situational telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in other Bureaus/Offices in the Department for up to 240 days and may require a higher or lower security clearance. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
  • Agency & Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP & ICTAP): View OPM's CTAP & ICTAP eligibility website for more information. You must be rated in the Well-Qualified category and submit supporting documents under the required documents section of this announcement to receive selection priority consideration. To be considered Well-Qualified applicants must: score an 85 or above, meet Minimum Qualifications, and demonstrate proficiency in some, but not all major aspects of the position.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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