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Peace Corps

Public Affairs Specialist, FP-1035-5/4

Announcement Number:	DPC13-A0016-CC	Application Deadline:	02/08/2013
Locations:	Los Angeles, California	Open Date:	01/25/2013
Salary Range:	Min: 54613.0 - Max: 98978.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Term	Promotion Potential:	4
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 4 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2012, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There's a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant "Community" atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants "what you can do for your country" . . . and the world.
<b>Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps!</b> -- (1) Voted in the top 4 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2012, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There's a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant "Community" atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants "what you can do for your country" . . . and the world.

Notes:

PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps. Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time, determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment ceases. APPLICANTS WITH CIA CONNECTIONS. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO PROCEED.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps normally are for 30 months, but may be extended up to 5 years. Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration. If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy.

Familiarity and/or experience with diversity and inclusion strategies and tactics within the workplace preferred.

This position is located in Peace Corps' Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection, Office of Recruitment, within the jurisdiction of the regional recruitment office (RRO). The incumbent in this position serves as the Public Affairs Specialist (PAS) providing marketing, advertising, and public affairs support to the regional recruitment office.

This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps normally are for 30 months, but may be extended up to 5 years. Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration. If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy. Familiarity and/or experience with diversity and inclusion strategies and tactics within the workplace preferred. This position is located in Peace Corps' Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection, Office of Recruitment, within the jurisdiction of the regional recruitment office (RRO). The incumbent in this position serves as the Public Affairs Specialist (PAS) providing marketing, advertising, and public affairs support to the regional recruitment office.

Duties:

The incumbent provides marketing, advertising and public affairs support to the Regional Recruitment Office. S/he participates in the development of a strategic communications and marketing strategy designed to generate specific recruitment leads. S/he develops and manages the Regional Recruitment Office (RRO) communications budget. Assists recruiters in developing recruitment campaign plans and strategies by researching media markets and recommending media/marketing techniques. The incumbent is responsible for the RRO advertising program including writing, designing and negotiating the placement of advertising.
The incumbent provides marketing, advertising and public affairs support to the Regional Recruitment Office. S/he participates in the development of a strategic communications and marketing strategy designed to generate specific recruitment leads. S/he develops and manages the Regional Recruitment Office (RRO) communications budget. Assists recruiters in developing recruitment campaign plans and strategies by researching media markets and recommending media/marketing techniques. The incumbent is responsible for the RRO advertising program including writing, designing and negotiating the placement of advertising.
Establishes and maintains key points of contact with the media and other organizations. Functions as a liaison with the Office of Communications and the Office of Press Relations assisting in the dissemination of national public service announcements and coordinating media appearances.
Establishes and maintains key points of contact with the media and other organizations. Functions as a liaison with the Office of Communications and the Office of Press Relations assisting in the dissemination of national public service announcements and coordinating media appearances.
Writes news releases and develops and pitches article and feature stories to local media. Participates in the planning and implementation of community relations activities and special events.
Writes news releases and develops and pitches article and feature stories to local media. Participates in the planning and implementation of community relations activities and special events.