CHIEF, STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

Summary This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 3 years with the possibility for extension. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.ssa.gov/) Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit The position is governed by 10 USC 1595 and NDUI 1416.0l dated March 2017. Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. 20-30% of the time. The incumbent must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must: B.A. or B.S. required; degree in journalism, marketing, or public relations preferred. Master's degree in communications or a related field desired. Minimum ten years experience in strategic communications, public affairs/communications in U.S. government, or relevant private sector work; thorough understanding of Defense Department public affairs regulations and practices. Demonstrated skills, knowledge, and experience in the design and execution of strategic communication and public relations activities. Demonstrated successful experience writing press releases and other public communication products, making presentations, and managing media engagements. Fluency with Associated Press writing style. Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications. Computer literacy in word processing, database management, social media, and page layout. Outstanding written and oral communication capabilities in English and Spanish. Knowledge of the Western Hemisphere region and issues affecting regional security. THE FOLLOWING SELECTIVE FACTOR IS REQUIRED: Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Education Requirement: Must possessB.A. or B.S. required; degree in journalism, marketing, or public relations preferred. Master's degree in communications or a related field desired. Official Transcripts: Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if the position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment, if selected for the role. * An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence PRIOR to appointment. Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration. For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information NDU has a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement, social security, and thrift savings; health, life, and long term care insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. NDU employees enjoy flexible work schedules, transit subsidy, and the opportunity to telecommute. Background or Security Investigation: This is a Non-critical Sensitive position which requires a background investigation. The individual selected for this position is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security determination to occupy a Non-critical Sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Initial Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an initial probationary period of 18 months. Supervisory Probationary Period: You will be required to serve an supervisory probationary period of one year if one has not already been completed. Reemployed Annuitants: Department of Defense has the authority to hire annuitants without reduction in pay. For more information, go to: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/1400.25-V300.pdf All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.