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Public Affairs Specialist (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

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Washington, DC

Employer:	National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
Duties As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will: Develop, write, and edit highway safety-related media advisories, press releases, and editorial content for publication in both English and Spanish. Research, write, and edit content in both English and Spanish for news conferences, consumer and industry media, for vehicle safety and traffic safety activities. Establish and maintain relationships with NHTSA program offices, other federal departments, and private organizations to plan and implement information disseminations related to vehicle and traffic safety. Participate in briefings with the Administrator, Deputy, senior officials, and the Office of the Secretary of Transportation on news conferences and special events. The ideal candidate is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and can craft clear and effective messaging and outreach aimed at the public that can be disseminated through a variety of media channels and platforms; responds quickly to media inquiries; supports NHTSA’s social media team by preparing and reviewing materials to posted on a variety of social media platforms and coordinate press releases and media advisories with Office of the Secretary’s media team and, where needed, works closely with OST’s senior officials on news conferences, campaigns, and special events. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience qualifications. To qualify for the Grade 12, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11 it must include: Experience providing sound, policy-based media statements, in both English and Spanish, in a fast-paced, multi-tasking media relations office. Experience adapting factual media statements into Spanish-language communications in response to breaking news and under tight deadlines. Experience compiling information from varied sources to present accurate information, in both English and Spanish, in a timely manner. Selective Factor: In addition to the specialized experience, you must also meet the following Selective Factor: Must speak and write fluent Spanish and English; and translate verbal and written materials into Spanish and English. 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: Knowledge and skills as a public affairs professional working under very tight deadlines acquiring information about different subjects and in analyzing, selecting, and presenting the information in a style, manner, and format that is accurate and suited to the requirements of the designated medium. Knowledge working with reporters and/or editors daily and has a strong relationship with national and regional reporters and/or industry beat reporters. Knowledge demonstrating strong writing and grammar skills, in both English and Spanish, for communicating to the public, consumer media, and industry media. Ability to communicate with managers, peers, and customers at all levels. For all types of consideration, 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. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information NOTICE: Individuals considering employment with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration need to be aware of certain ethics requirements that apply to Federal employees. There is a one-year “cooling off” period during which a new Federal employee may not work on a matter that involves the employee's previous employer. In addition, depending on the job, you may be required to sell certain assets you hold (such as stocks) that would present a conflict of interest with the work you would perform if hired. For details about these restrictions, please visit: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/about-nhtsa/working-nhtsa The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act \| US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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