Program Specialist (Direct Hire) at National Aeronautics & Space Administration

DutiesSupport NASA’s Space Operations Mission Directorate, responsible for implementing, prioritizing, and integrating strategic and executive communications and employee morale efforts.Research, plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive and integrated strategic communications campaigns, in coordination with NASA’s Office of Communications, and in alignment with public relations industry best practices.Use proven project management techniques and innovative communications strategies to enhance understanding of mission directorate programs among the public and specialized groups and organizations.Ensure the Space Operations associate administrator and other directorate leadership is prepared for public outreach through careful coordination of audience and presentation material, advising on narrative when appropriate.Provide integrated background information and help prepare Space Operations leadership on how best to incorporate key messages, as well as handle and defend sensitive topics during executive engagements.Develop, write, review and edit a variety of communications products
Integrates agency themes and messages into all products and ensures technical accuracy.Remain abreast of complex agency and human spaceflight programs, issues, and developments, as well as maintains effective relationships internally and externally to ensure communications products are technically accurate, relevant and consistent.Work with teams on communications outreach projects to strengthen human spaceflight programs in the community, or other designated areas.Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation
Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentThis position is open to U.S
citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.This position may require a one-year probationary period.Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, Bargaining Unit and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance
Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements
Qualifications
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify for GS-14, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level:

Implementing strategic communication plans using modern communications philosophies and approaches, including social media;Building and maintaining relationships with a variety of individuals to build consensus and resolve issues;Managing or leading cost, schedule, and resources in program management for execution of communication strategies.
Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience
Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job
NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses
Please visit to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional informationAdditional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement
By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA
CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.
If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must:
- Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position
The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility.
- Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position
- Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents'
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Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority
Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants
For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply
However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e
DD-214, or other substantiating documents)
For more information please see: Veterans' Preference information on the FedsHireVets website.
You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement
To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.
You will be assessed on the following competencies:
Attention to DetailCommunications and MediaCustomer ServiceWritten Communication
NASA considers 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.
NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment
If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer
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