STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Summary This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Supervision/Management Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. It is located in the DISA - PAE MISSION PARTNER ENVIRONMENT (ME9). Responsibilities Provides expert technical advice and counsel to senior executives on strategic communications, messaging, and programmatic public affairs initiatives to ensure organizational alignment and mitigate public relations risks. Drafts high-level articles, speeches, and specialized content for senior leadership and diverse internal and external audiences to communicate complex program achievements, policy changes, and organizational activities. Develops instructional materials and delivers training on change management, strategic communication, and mission-related competencies to align the workforce and enhance operational cohesion. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of administrative and analytical support personnel to ensure efficient office operations, accurate analytical studies, and the effective prioritization of executive resources. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. Qualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-14, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as: Managing communication-focused projects and analyzing key operational issues to recommend and implement program efficiency improvements; or Directing strategic planning and communications to accurately portray a program portfolio's mission, services, and achievements; or Integrating diverse points of view into comprehensive communication plans to establish and maintain mutual understanding with various portfolio organizations and publics... Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no substitution of education for the qualifying experience at the GG-14 grade level. Additional Information This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system. If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment. This appointment does not confer eligibility to be non-competitively converted to an appointment in the competitive service. This position is subject to completion of 1 year probationary period for assignment to a supervisory position. Accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 3 year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. Moving costs MAY be paid. This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual. PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only. Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here. For more information on veterans' preference, click here. For more information regarding qualifications requirements, click here. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances.