Public Affairs Specialist

Air Reserve Technician Officer Position Click on “Learn more about this agency” button below to view eligibilities being considered and other important information. Air Reserve Technicians are full‑time civilian employees who are also members of the Air Force Reserve unit in which they are employed. In addition to their civilian assignments, they are assigned to equivalent positions in the Reserve organization with a Reserve military rank or grade. Appointee's civilian assignments will consist of the following duties. Other Significant Facts This is an ART position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. The work schedule will be aligned to allow the incumbent to fully participate in UTAs. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non‑ART duties, generally not to exceed 30% of total responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary or permanent duty assignments. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Officer position located at 315 AIRLIFT WG with the military rank of Lt Col, AFSC 035P3. For questions concerning military eligibility please contact the Air Force Reserve Qualification Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Specialized Experience Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS‑11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: Applying knowledge of written and oral communication methods and techniques and skill in applying analytical techniques in conducting a public affairs program for an organization involving internal information, media relations, and community relations activities. Mastery of advanced management and organizational principles and practices and thorough knowledge of the Air Force performance planning and management programs and processes to provide command support to both short‑term and strategic Air Force plans. Skill in building and maintaining effective working relationships and a positive interface with various audiences including print and electronic media representatives; community and business leaders; state and local government officials; representatives of other government agencies; and special interest groups to provide timely and accurate information/explanations of unit mission. Federal Time‑in‑Grade (TIG) Requirement for General Schedule (GS) Positions Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time‑in‑grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS‑11 level is required to meet the time‑in‑grade requirements for the GS‑12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Note: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time‑in‑grade requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of the AFRC PA and community relations program. Knowledge of written, oral, and graphic communication principles, methods, and techniques to conduct and coordinate public affairs activities and convey complex information to a variety of audiences with different levels of understanding. Knowledge and general understanding of DoD, Air Force, and AFRC programs and policies related to public affairs programs. Skill in gathering, evaluating, and interpreting data to identify potential problems, arrive at valid conclusions, and offer meaningful recommendations/solutions. Skill in working with people to maintain effective working relationships with groups interested in or affected by AFRC PA programs or policies. Ability to plan and develop news stories, features, and articles. Ability to motivate, train, and work effectively with both management officials and other PA personnel at headquarters and unit level. Knowledge of applicable personnel, manpower, time and attendance, budgeting, safety and security directives. Part‑Time or Unpaid Experience Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part‑time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Volunteer Work Experience Volunteer work refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competence. #J-18808-Ljbffr