Communication Designer jobs in Tacoma, WA

Duties

The Office of Strategic Communications supports GSA’s mission through communications that inform, influence, and inspire while successfully managing GSA’s reputation in delivering value to the American people. This is accomplished through establishing trusted partnerships delivering strategic communications best practices for our employees, partners, customers, and the public.

As a Client Communications Specialist, you will manage and anticipate the client’s communications needs as well as support and promote GSA programs and services through a variety of communication strategies, ensuring consistent branding. You will perform the following duties:

• Serve as an advisor to senior level internal and external clients, identifying existing or emerging issues or opportunities and providing recommendations for improving program effectiveness and efficiency through communication and outreach solutions.

• Gather information and initiate accurate responses to inquiries concerning the activities of the office.

• Analyze, interpret and integrate information into a variety of formats such as graphs and tables, databases, spreadsheets, presentations, and web pages.

• Develop and implement short- and long-term communication plans, campaigns, and solutions.

• Identify key target audiences, researching and analyzing their attitudes and behaviors, and develops measurable communication activities.

• Create, plan, develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate internal and external events and ceremonies for assigned clients.

• Organize national level public and internal forums and collaborates on any publicity or employee notification in conjunction with these events.

• Write and edit highly professional materials.

• Coordinate and review work of colleagues or consultants and vendors.

• Lead the research, writing, editing, proofreading, and/or production coordination of multimedia communication deliverables.

• Work closely with clients to ensure scripts, speeches, talking points and other formal presentation materials are targeted, and aligned with key messages and goals.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizens and National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959

If selected, you must meet the following conditions:

How You Will Be Evaluated

• 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 windowLearn more about federal benefits.

  You will have access to many benefits including:

  • Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
  • Life insurance coverage with several options
  • Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
  • Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Transit and child care subsidies
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Training and development

  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.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.

  Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.

  If you are claiming veterans’ preference:
  (a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service.
  (b) If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).

  If you are active duty military - Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
  
  If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.

  Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.

  
  

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.

  If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.

  To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.

  • Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
  • Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
  • Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this vacancy.
  • Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).

  Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

  Agency contact information

  Malcolm Campbell

  Phone

  904-557-1749

  Email

  malcolm.campbell@gsa.gov

  Address

  GSA, Office of Strategic Communication
  General Services Administration
  Human Resources Division (CPS)
  1800 F Street NW Room 1100
  Washington, District of Columbia 20405
  United States

  Next steps

  After the closing date/deadline:

  • ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant eligibility and qualifications are reviewed.

  • REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: Eligible/Qualified applicants are referred to management for review and possible interview.

  • SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If a selection is made, a Tentative Offer is extended to the selectee and suitability and/or security background investigation is conducted.

  • FINAL JOB OFFER: A final job offer is made (typically within 40 days after the closing date/deadline for applications).

  • FINAL COMMUNICATION TO APPLICANTS: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.

  Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

US Citizens and National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)