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Peace Corps

Public Affairs Specialist, FP-1035-7

Announcement Number:	15-239-IS	Application Deadline:	08/14/2015
Locations:	Washington, Dist of Columbia	Open Date:	07/31/2015
Salary Range:	Min: 43494.0 - Max: 63873.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Term	Promotion Potential:	5
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 3 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2014, (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 3 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2014, (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 60 months (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.

Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps normally are for 60 months (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. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement.

Duties:

This position is located in Volunteer Recruitment and Selection, Office of Recruitment, within the jurisdiction of the regional recruitment office (RRO). The Public Affairs Specialist (PAS) supports the region's strategy to recruit qualified candidates and raise overall awareness of Peace Corps by providing marketing, advertising, press, media, and outreach related support to the regional recruitment office.

Performs logistical planning activities for a wide range of programs, seminars, and events for congressional Members, committees, and staff.
This position is located in Volunteer Recruitment and Selection, Office of Recruitment, within the jurisdiction of the regional recruitment office (RRO). The Public Affairs Specialist (PAS) supports the region's strategy to recruit qualified candidates and raise overall awareness of Peace Corps by providing marketing, advertising, press, media, and outreach related support to the regional recruitment office. Performs logistical planning activities for a wide range of programs, seminars, and events for congressional Members, committees, and staff.
Prepares marketing, publicity, and promotional materials for agency seminars, programs, and events.
Prepares marketing, publicity, and promotional materials for agency seminars, programs, and events.
Establishes and maintains relationships with the general public, the news and information media, key officials, agency stakeholders, industry representatives, and/or community groups in order to communicate and disseminate program information which results in an understanding of the agency's mission and activities.
Establishes and maintains relationships with the general public, the news and information media, key officials, agency stakeholders, industry representatives, and/or community groups in order to communicate and disseminate program information which results in an understanding of the agency's mission and activities.
Coordinates procurement request documents and related information.
Coordinates procurement request documents and related information.
Performs work related to the gathering and development of materials, and reporting of activities in support of the technical projects of an organization.
Performs work related to the gathering and development of materials, and reporting of activities in support of the technical projects of an organization.