Public Affairs Specialist

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys • Newark, NJ • 2h ago

Summary The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey is proud to represent the federal law enforcement interests of the people of New Jersey and the country. The office is responsible for the prosecution of federal criminal statutes for all of New Jersey, from acts of terrorism to public corruption, white-collar crime, organized crime and gang activities, internet-related crimes, drug importation through New Jersey ports, and many other criminal acts. Responsibilities This Public Affairs Specialist is responsible for designing and conduction the public, media, and information programs for the USAO, which is the largest and most complex and case-intensive office in the United States, located in one of the largest regions and media markets in the country. If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for providing Public Affairs Specialist support in the U.S. Attorney's Office, District of New Jersey, located in Newark, New Jersey, focusing in the areas of communications, media, and video production. Typical work assignments will include: Developing and maintaining collaborative communications with local law enforcement agencies, such as the Police Department, as well as federal law enforcement agencies Working with the USAO community to develop and implement engagement communication strategies provide advice and recommendations to the U.S. Attorney and the Front Office. Representing the district at numerous community meetings and events, including those that occur during the evenings; Consulting with law enforcement, community, and community's public safety, quality of life needs, and address those needs through interactions with the district's litigation sections and other government agencies. Providing responses to numerous community concerns both in-person and in writing. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying: To qualify at the GS-14 level, you must possess: Specialized Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service performing (obtained in either the public or private sectors) ALL of the duties listed below: Coordinating or implementing communication strategies to carry out public affairs activities and to promote programs, products, and/or services of an organization; Writing, editing or preparing communication materials (news releases, fact sheets, brochures, blogs, web pages, etc.) related to crime, law enforcement actions, legislation, trials, court decisions, developments in the financial market, scientific research, or technology; Interacting with the public and news media on behalf of an organization; Maintaining effective communication with management, public, media or government officials. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR 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. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. Education Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. A recruitment incentive may be considered as appropriate based on qualifications. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Justice requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for a clearance as a condition of placement in this Special Sensitive/High Risk position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility, click here. The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria. Additional information about CTAP eligibility, click here.

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