PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

Job TitleJob RequirementsCO Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Houston, TX Lackland AFB, TX Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specifiedJob DescriptionDutiesPlans, organizes, conducts and evaluates discrete, limited elements of a command information program that ensures the free flow of information to Air Force (AF) people and families to help maintain morale, readiness, productivity and retention.Involved in programs that help tell the AF story to the public and builds informed public support for the AF by creating mutual acceptance, respect, appreciation, and cooperation between the AF and the community.Engaged in limited elements of a media operations program that ensures a free flow of information to the public through the news media.Assists higher-level Public Affairs specialists in conducting Public Affairs strategic communication, operational, and resource planning; and performs special assignments in keeping with the formal training plan.Requirements Conditions of employmentPlease read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.U.S. Citizenship is requiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govPCS expenses, if authorized, will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force RegulationsEmployee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredA security clearance is requiredDisclosure of Political AppointmentsGrade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0Total salary varies depending on location of positionQualifications To qualify for a GS-07: Completion of 1 full year of graduate level education, or bachelor's degree with Superior academic Achievement as provided in the "General Policies and Instructions" for Qualifications Standards Operating Manual, or 5 academic years of pre-professional study, or 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-5. Experience 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 competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.