Department: Department of Defense
Location(s): Fort Meade, Maryland
Salary Range: $102415 - $133142 Per Year
Job Summary: This position is part of the Department of War Information Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing and implementing policies and systems necessary for the effective and economical performance of the Department of War (DoW) public affairs mission, which includes the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW), Defense agencies, the military services, the Joint Staff and the combatant commands.
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Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service: Performing a variety of budgetary and administrative functions in implementing budgetary programs, policies, and procedures. Reviewing, evaluating, validating, and analyzing actual expenditures as compared to the plan and making projections to indicate needed adjustments in the budget plan. Preparing annual reports and present budgetary briefings with supporting statistical data to senior leadership who use the data to defend budget and manpower requirements and as a basis for making decisions process. Tracking obligations of all fiscal years and ensuring compliance with expenditure plans and statutory limitations. 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.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12911613. Review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d
Application Deadline: 2026-03-31