Health Communications Specialist
Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health
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Montgomery County, Maryland
Montgomery County, Maryland
Company
Department of Health and Human Services - National Institutes of Health
Location
Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County, Maryland
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, National Institute of Mental Health & National Eye Institute are seeking exceptionally talented, knowledgeable, and motivated Health Communications Specialists with a commitment to excellence to provide expertise in support of the planning, strategizing, and directing of a proactive, comprehensive health communications program.
For more information on our organizations, visit NIMHD, NIMH & NEI
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
- Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
- Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
- Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
- This announcement accepts applications during the open period of 10/01/2025 through 10/05/2025; unless the applicant cut-off (125 applications) is reached.
- This announcement will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time (ET) on 10/05/2025, or on the day the 125th application is received, whichever comes first.
Qualifications
You qualify at the GS-12 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in development of communications plans and products to provide information to various audiences; participating in evaluating the impact and effectiveness of communications plans and products; disseminating information on organizational programs through various media and communications channels; participating in developing content for communications products; developing responses to public inquiries on various topics; and coordinating with other staff and organizations to accomplish communications activities.
You qualify at the GS-13 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: conceptualizing and developing communications plans and products to provide information to the public; evaluating the impact and effectiveness of communications programs and products in disseminating information to targeted audiences; communicating information on organizational programs through a broad range of communications media and platforms; developing content for communications products; coordinating with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and suitability of communications products; responding to public inquiries regarding organizational programs and issues; and collaborating with other staff and organizations in planning and carrying out communications programs.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
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. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.
Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12548453
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in development of communications plans and products to provide information to various audiences; participating in evaluating the impact and effectiveness of communications plans and products; disseminating information on organizational programs through various media and communications channels; participating in developing content for communications products; developing responses to public inquiries on various topics; and coordinating with other staff and organizations to accomplish communications activities.
You qualify at the GS-13 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: conceptualizing and developing communications plans and products to provide information to the public; evaluating the impact and effectiveness of communications programs and products in disseminating information to targeted audiences; communicating information on organizational programs through a broad range of communications media and platforms; developing content for communications products; coordinating with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and suitability of communications products; responding to public inquiries regarding organizational programs and issues; and collaborating with other staff and organizations in planning and carrying out communications programs.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
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. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.
Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12548453
Education
Additional information
- This position is designated as a "non-emergency/teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/teleworker" employee. In the event of a closure, you must be available to telework or request leave.
- A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
- NIMHD may repay certain outstanding Federally insured student loans to facilitate the recruitment and retention of highly qualified people. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
- A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee's entrance on duty. Recipients will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on organizational need, specific case justification, and budget limitations.
- At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities: telework (work from home on a regular basis or ad hoc basis but reports to the office at least once a week/two days a pay period).
- PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration.
- We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions.
- The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
- The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
- Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
- Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.
- If selected, you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment.
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