PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties This position is located in the Wyoming National Guard's (WYNG) Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs Office (PAO). The primary purpose of the position is to assist the WYNG's Public Affairs (PA) Officer at the strategic and operational level, with particular emphasis on developing segments of more complicated or sensitive communications campaigns and executing the National Guard's (NG's) communication objectives. (1) Researches and develops informational materials and complete communication campaigns for release to audiences through electronic and newspaper media. Prepared materials explain or describe the NG mission, NG accomplishments, policies, programs or actions taken to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. (2) Responds to media requests for information of both a routine and controversial nature. Prepares or assembles information kits, edits informational materials drafted by subordinate public affairs specialists or unit public affairs representatives (UPAR), releases photographs and/or feature stories to the news media, coordinates media interviews with subject matter experts and arranges photographic and electronic media coverage of newsworthy NG events. (3) Manages the JFHQ multimedia program. Directs the development of immediate and long-term multimedia planning. Develops policies, directives, and standard operating instructions. Manages multimedia architecture, infrastructure and equipment. Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with customers to ensure timely, effective support and efficient delivery of multimedia service. Develops and executes the PA operational multimedia budget, procures equipment and supplies, and analyzes equipment life cycles. (4) Directs and produces video-based media to meet customer requirements. Writes and directs scripts and gives direction for scriptwriting, creates story boards and evaluates set designs. Operates video cameras both on location and at studio facilities. Organizes, rehearses and coordinates talent. Performs audio mixing and recording, conducts traditional and non-linear video editing and postproduction services. Attains and maintains extensive technical and operational knowledge of video production software and hardware. Determines the treatment, the format and the style of the production and exercises individual judgment to solve problems, restructure workflow, and manage resources as a result of verbal guidance and general policy regarding content. (5) Organizes technical, theoretical, or artistic material to simplify and explain for optimum audience perception. Develops and manages entire productions within the time and budgets allotted. Plans, designs, develops, and obtains all audiovisual aspects of the program. Interprets scripts and decides how best to obtain the objectives of the program through use of normal and special equipment, lighting effects, digital video effects and sound effects. This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. Requirements Conditions of Employment KEY REQUIREMENTS: Open to all United States military branches. Military members: Submit vMPF rip, DVR, ERB, ERS, MBS, PDR or equivalent with resume. Refer to Required Documents below for acronym titles. Prior service members: Submit a DD Form 214, Member 4 Copy WYARNG Recruiting Website: Must be assessed into WY ARNG before appt. May take up to 120 days. Must become a member of the Wyoming Army Nat'l Guard before appt. Must submit ERB or DA Fm 2-1 with application. May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, if eligible. Subject to funding and TAG approval. PCS is not authorized in lieu of incentives. EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Technicians are paid through Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT). Military Technicians are ineligible for military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position over 180 days will result in suspension or termination of these military incentives. It is the applicant's responsibility to contact the Wyoming Army National Guard Education Services Officer, for more information regarding military enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment incentives. Military Technicians in the excepted service will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a Technician. Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709(f). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 1. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. 2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. 3. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. 4. The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission. Qualifications TECHNICIAN INFO Type of Appointment: Permanent Tenure: Group 1 or 2 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:30 pm FLSA: Exempt Telework: The duties of this position require primary physical presence. Situational telework may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Para/Line: 1212/230 Selecting Official: Mr. Joseph Coslett AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: Referrals of qualified applicants will be issued in the following order: Area 1: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) WY ARNG employees assigned to the JFHQ-ARNG. Area 2: All permanent and indefinite Wyoming National Guard (NG) T32 Dual Status technicians employed within the Wyoming National Guard. Area 4: All current Drill Status Airmen and M-day soldiers of the Wyoming National Guard. Area 6: Current military members of the United States military branches or prior service members of one of those military branches. Must be willing/eligible to join the Wyoming Army National Guard as a military member prior to appointment to position. MILITARY GRADE Min: E4/SPC Max: E7/SFC Over-grade applicants must provide a written demotion statement of understanding with application, willingness to be administratively reduced in grade (E7/SFC) if selected for this position. A Demotion Statement of Understanding is located at: Enlisted Applicants' under- or over-grade (without a written demotion statement of understanding with application) will not be considered for this vacancy. Acceptance of this position does not in any way constitute a military promotion. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must possess experience, education or training in administrative, professional, investigative and/or technical work. Experience evaluating information and/or using analytical skills to disseminate effective communication. Experience in compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Experience using computers and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least one year of experience, education, or training involving a thorough knowledge of writing and communication principles, methods and techniques that relate to public affairs of the military. Manages multimedia programs. Directs the development of immediate and long-term multimedia planning. Develops policies, directives, and standard operating instructions. Manages multimedia architecture, infrastructure and equipment. Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with customers to ensure timely, effective support and efficient delivery of multimedia service. Develops and executes the PA operational multimedia budget, procures equipment and supplies, and analyzes equipment life cycles. Operates video cameras both on location and at studio facilities. Organizes, rehearses and coordinates talent. Performs audio mixing and recording, conducts traditional and non-linear video editing and postproduction services. Attains and maintains extensive technical and operational knowledge of video production software and hardware. Determines the treatment, the format and the style of the production and exercises individual judgment to solve problems, restructure workflow, and manage resources as a result of verbal guidance and general policy regarding content. Organizes technical, theoretical, or artistic material to simplify and explain for optimum audience perception. Develops and manages entire productions within the time and budgets allotted. Plans, designs, develops, and obtains all audiovisual aspects of the program. Interprets scripts and decides how best to obtain the objectives of the program through use of normal and special equipment, lighting effects, digital video effects and sound effects. NOTE: Minimum Requirements and Specialized Experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. Applicants must provide from (e.g., 02/2015 - 03/2017 or Feb 2017 - Mar 2017) dates and hours worked per week with description of your specialized experience on the resume. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidates will be required to be in a compatible military grade and assignment prior to the effective date of placement. DRIVER'S LICENSE: Must possess a valid driver's license. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered, or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( )

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