Public Affairs Specialist

The incumbent establishes and maintains continuous liaison with the MWR Managers and key staff personnel to gather information pertinent to facilities programs, services, and events provided for authorized patrons. Arranges for news releases, flyers, and posters on MWR events offered on and off the installation to maximize participation. Generates material that includes items to be inserted in the Commander's Access Channel, Plan of the Day, updating signboards and flyer/magazine locations, etc.

Designs specialty items (such as tee shirts) to highlight or bring out special emphasis for certain programs or events. Coordinates posting of publicity materials. Develops, coordinates and participates in orientation sessions (AOB) for new military/civilian personnel on the installation by providing a slide show presentation on facilities and activities available.

Maintains equipment and materials and determine material and other resource requirements to conduct the publicity and marketing program. Incumbent must present a neat, well-groomed appearance at all times and must work harmoniously with co-workers and members of the MWR department. Performs other related duties as assigned.

When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses, which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter, and/or semester hours earned as part of the application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.

Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency, which is a private U.S. organization. Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards.

To receive consideration for a non-related degree or eligibility based on a combination of education AND experience, a college transcript is required. All transcripts MUST show students name and the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study. *If your degree has not been awarded/conferred, you must provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent along with transcript(s). Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications: A bachelor's degree OR 3 years of substantial marketing experience directly related to the functional coverage of the position. Examples of qualifying specialized experience: Graphic Illustrator, Graphic Designing, Marketing Tech or Spec, Journalist, etc.

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One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to a GS-5 level or NF-3. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for: Knowledge and ability to use marketing principles, techniques and methods. Knowledge of various computer software programs. Experience in accomplishing news release, flyers and posters to maximize participation. Education

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.

Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer. Foreign national applicants in positions that require contact with children in any program must have officially entered the United States and started the immigration process in order to be eligible for employment with that activity. Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses.

Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/15/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.

You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12988787 It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume limited to two pages If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation. Proof of SOFA sponsorship: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) If claiming Military Spouse or Family Member Preference: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian) AND a copy of marriage certificate If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.). If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.

Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) if claiming education consideration

Note: Applications missing any required document(s) will not be eligible for consideration.