Vacancy Summary

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

Ability to provide program management analysis, advice, and assistance.

Knowledge of communication and public affairs principles, methods, and techniques.

Ability to plan and execute work.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 14:

Qualifying experience for the GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs

Public Affairs Specialist (Media Officer), GS-1035-14

Announcement Number:	JP-23-078	Application Deadline:	04/03/2023
Locations:	Washington, Dist of Columbia	Open Date:	03/21/2023
Salary Range:	Min: 132368.0 - Max: 172075.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Permanent - No time limit	Promotion Potential:	14
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Duties:

Provides consultation to managers on developing public affairs activities and materials for internal and external use. Advises on potential media and public reaction to proposed policies and programs.
Provides consultation to managers on developing public affairs activities and materials for internal and external use. Advises on potential media and public reaction to proposed policies and programs.
Plans and provides expert guidance on media affairs programs involving issues that are controversial or of significant public or Congressional interest, such as Department of Justice (DOJ) OJP programs involving cost overruns, untested technology, or environmental or safety concerns.
Plans and provides expert guidance on media affairs programs involving issues that are controversial or of significant public or Congressional interest, such as Department of Justice (DOJ) OJP programs involving cost overruns, untested technology, or environmental or safety concerns.
Plans and directs all phases of newsroom response to inquiries, statements, press releases, media advisories, op-eds, letters to the editors, and more. Edits and writes material prior to publication and determines the readiness of published material. Guides the work of print and electronic media reporting.
Plans and directs all phases of newsroom response to inquiries, statements, press releases, media advisories, op-eds, letters to the editors, and more. Edits and writes material prior to publication and determines the readiness of published material. Guides the work of print and electronic media reporting.