Job Description
Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), AOC University Division. The incumbent serves as Communications and Outreach Specialist, responsible for leading and managing all aspects of AOC University’s internal and external communications.
Requirements
Qualifications
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Candidates for the GS-12 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Demonstrated experience networking with representatives from educational and professional programs to establish long-term partnerships; Experience advising on internal and external communications for a major organization; Experience liaising with community partners such as vocational schools, trade organizations, universities, community colleges, and/or local, state, and federal agencies; Demonstrated experience developing and executing marketing initiatives and creating promotional materials across a variety of mediums, especially for learning and/or human resource development programs; Experience developing and creating original marketing materials for a variety of print, web-based, and audio-visual outlets; Applicants must meet a minimum of 3 of the above specialized experience. Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Demonstrated experience networking with representatives from educational and professional programs to establish long-term partnerships; Demonstrated experience advising on internal and external communications for a major organization; Experience liaising with community partners such as vocational schools, trade organizations, universities, community colleges, and/or local, state, and federal agencies; Demonstrated experience developing and executing marketing initiatives and creating promotional materials across a variety of mediums, especially for learning and/or human resource development programs; Demonstrated experience developing and creating original marketing materials for a variety of print, web-based, and audio-visual outlets; Experience assessing marketing needs and selecting the best methods of communication internally and externally. Applicants must meet a minimum of 4 of the above specialized experience.
The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at www.aoc.gov. The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE).