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Summary See below for important information regarding this job Responsibilities As a Strategic Communications and Content Specialist, you will be responsible for the following duties: Writes comprehensive communications and marketing plans identifying support tactics; creates content for Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) stakeholder communities; and formats and disseminates electronic and social media for delivery through a- -digital content management system (CMS). Utilizes a variety of methods to develop a targeted, intentional communication plan. Establishes best practices and business case for the use of new and existing internet-based, electronic, and/or social media tolls in agency recruitment efforts. Develops standards, guidelines and protocols for the design, production and delivery of social media and website programs compliant with federal accessibility standards. Develops and writes a variety of informational materials for management describing the status and effectiveness of digital media footprint. Develops strategic solutions to build brand consistency and audience interest in agency employment opportunities to drive applicant increases and develop campaigns that re-enforce DLA as an “employer of choice”. Utilizes a strong command of verbal and written communications to accurately reflect the DLA Human Resources Director's vision and guidance to various publics. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for a Strategic Communications and Content Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Developing command-level strategic communications through analytical methods, interpersonal and public relations practices. Developing strategies to implement long-term communication plans utilizing integrated media options to communicate to various audience groups. Developing speeches, papers, correspondence, newspaper and magazine articles, web pages, and other social media tools utilizing integrated strategic communication outlets to communicate Command-level initiatives to interagency and external publics. 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 directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025\_vol300.PDF Information for Veterans is available at: https://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/. As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement. Drug-Free Workplace Policy The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing. Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids. ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is a Schedule I drug and is illegal.