Public Affairs Specialist

IRS-babd5cc6; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IRS in Andover, MA seeks a Communications and Liaison professional to support program analysis and public information efforts. The role emphasizes written and oral communication to guide projects and share factual information with internal and external audiences.

The position supports multiple qualification levels (GS-7/GS-9/GS-11) with educational pathways including graduate study or a suitable degree, plus analytical and desktop publishing skills for content development.

Qualifications

• Experience with written and oral communication to guide programs and share findings.
• Ability to develop content for print and web and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Analytical methods to evaluate data and provide recommendations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Analytical methods

Public affairs communication

Education

Graduate education in a relevant field

Bachelor's degree with relevant coursework

Tools

Desktop publishing

Graphic design tools

Job description

WHAT IS TAXPAYER SERVICES?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

• Position(s) are to be filled in the following area(s):
  • TS - Communications and Liaison -

REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-7 QUALIFICATIONS: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-5 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience with communications and program analysis technical rules, regulations, and precedents to apply to assigned portions of programs, projects and studies.
• Oral and written techniques in order to share factual information with public affairs staff and to document findings.
• Experience with basic objectives and policies governing various functional programs, operations, and processes to assist in providing analysis and guidance.

OR

You may qualify based on education as follows: At least one (1) academic year of graduate education in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. OR You may qualify with Superior Academic Achievement: A bachelor's degree with one of the following: A GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all completed undergraduate courses or those completed in the last 2 years of study, or a GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all courses in the major field of study or those courses in the major completed in the last 2 years of study, or rank in the upper one third of the class in the college, university, or major subdivision, or membership in a national honor society recognized by the Association of College Honor Societies. Note: Grade point averages should be rounded to one decimal point. For example, 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and 2.94 is rounded to 2.9. If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) was taken on a pass/fail or similar basis, your claim must be based on class standing or membership in an Honor Society. OR You may qualify with an equivalent combination of qualifying graduate education and experience as described above.

GS-9 QUALIFICATIONS: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience with written and oral communication techniques and methods to assist in providing guidance and oversight on assigned communication programs.
• Experience planning, gathering and verifying and editing digital photography and creating and developing computer graphics/desktop publishing.
• Experience with analytical methods to evaluate data and make appropriate recommendations and interpersonal relation skills sufficient for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: Master's or equivalent degree in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: Two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: An LL.B or J.D. in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify with an equivalent combination of qualifying graduate education and experience as described above.

GS-11 QUALIFICATIONS: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Experience with written and oral communication techniques, communications models, and applications used to reach audiences effectively.
• Experience writing articles and releases and developing content for print and web mediums directed at a diverse employee audience.
• Experience with analytical methods to evaluate data and make appropriate recommendations, and interpersonal relation skills sufficient for establishing and maintain effective working relationships.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: PH. D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: Three (3) full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify based on education as follows: LL.M. in a field of study that demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position.

OR You may qualify with an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience as described above.

AND

You must also meet the following requirements:

• MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have:
  • Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or
  • Completed a formal vocational training program; or
  • Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education.

For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.