SummaryThis position is located in the US Section of the International Joint Commission in Washington, DC. The IJC is an international governmental organization established by the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909. IJC is an independent organization and not a part of the Executive Branch.
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- Develops and implements strategic public information and communication programs that translate complex scientific, environmental, and policy information into clear, accessible materials for diverse stakeholders.
- Develops and maintains strategic relationships with government officials, media, Tribal organizations and First Nations, academia, industry, environmental organizations, and other Great Lakes stakeholders to effectively communicate the IJC's mission,
- Plans, coordinates, and supports binational public outreach activities, workshops, seminars, training sessions, hearings, and consultations.
- Leads and manages public information and communications programs for GLWQA activities, developing and disseminating tailored written and digital materials to effectively communicate IJC programs
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Conditions of employment- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
QualificationsApplicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.
Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 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 in creating and running multimedia public information campaigns for different audiences, including the public and technical groups.
- Experience organizing meetings and preparing materials to support effective communication before, during, and after public meetings and consultations.
- Experience building and maintaining good relationships with government officials, citizens, media, and universities.
There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.
EducationEducation requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
Additional information- 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. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
- Veterans' preference points are added to the passing score of candidates eligible for either 10-point or 5-point preference. Qualified veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% or more are listed at the top of a certificate regardless of score Other 10-point and 5-point preference eligible veterans who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed in score order. View information on veterans' preference on OPM's Fed Hire Vets website.
- Agency & Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP & ICTAP): 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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