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Specialist, Marketing Communications, School of Public Health R0146161 University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjobs%40unr.edu%2F&data=04%7C01%7Cmichellebriggs%40unr.edu%7C3fc56ddb0d3143705f1c08d9932205df%7C523b4bfc0ebd4c03b2b96f6a17fd31d8%7C1%7C0%7C637702596595879550%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=f3IzAEa5H3%2FeLS%2BymU9ZqLPkGDVrZukYCBVy8XHJYe0%3D&reserved=0. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Specialist, Marketing Communications to join the School of Public Health (SPH). This role is responsible for developing and executing marketing and communications plans that align with the strategic goals of SPH and its affiliated Schools and Centers. The Specialist will manage web, communications, print materials, and other marketing services, acting as a liaison between the School of Public Health and various University units. Working closely with the University's Office of Marketing and Communications, the Specialist will ensure that all initiatives support the University's overall marketing strategy and priorities. While the role is a collaborative partnership between SPH and the Office of Marketing & Communications, the Specialist will report directly to the Assistant Dean, External Relations and Advancement of the School of Public Health. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of related work experience. Master's Degree and two (2) years of related work experience. Related Experience: Market-based and/or journalistic writing; media and/or public relations; strategic marketing and/or communications; website development systems or related experience. Compensation Grade Administrative Faculty - B To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/hr/compensation-evaluation/compensation/salary-schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. Remarkable Retirement! Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.5% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada. "I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the company's 17.5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future" - Michelle B. Perks of Working at UNR • Health insurance options including dental and vision - https://www.unr.edu/bcn-nshe/benefits/insurance • Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life insurance - https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits/leave-and-time-off/faculty • E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. https://www.unr.edu/fitness/memberships • Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders • http://www.mountaineap.com/ supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. • Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. https://www.unr.edu/diversity/groups • Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. https://www.unr.edu/faculty-senate • No state income tax! Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits/educational-benefits/faculty Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. https://www.unr.edu/hr/jobs/dual-career-program Department Information https://www.unr.edu/public-health Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent 100.0% Required Attachment(s) Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at mailto:jobs@unr.edu. Attach the following attachments to your application 1) Resume/CV 2) Cover Letter 3) Contact Information for Three Professional References 4) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying. This posting is open until filled Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. Posting Close Date Note to Applicant A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). About Us The University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries. Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity." Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics. The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University's physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as "University Village," to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty. Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google's TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada - led by the University of Nevada, Reno - was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada's Tech Hub will strengthen America's lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state. Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world. The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education. For more information, please visit the http://www.unr.edu/. University of Nevada, Reno To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6020285 Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevada’s land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a “Top Tier” Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco. The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.

Help Duties At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. Typical duties include: Drafting speeches, talking points, and other public statements for the Director and Deputy Director. Serving as the Division's liaison to the SEC's Office of Public Affairs (OPA) to coordinate communication with the press, including reviewing and editing press releases for Enforcement actions and working with Enforcement staff and OPA on issuing them, preparing responses to press inquiries, preparing and staffing the Director and Deputy Director for interactions with the press, and managing the Division's social media presence. Updating and disseminating general messaging documents (e.g., talking points) Division-wide. Serving as the Division's liaison to the Office of Investor Education and Advocacy (OIEA) to increase direct engagement with investors and coordinate outreach efforts with Regional Office counterparts. Coordinating the approval process and logistics for the Director and Deputy Director's speaking engagements. Providing the Office of the Director with high level assistance on priority matters, including novel or complex assignments that have been given high priority by the Office of the Director or the Commission, as needed. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment CITIZENSHIP: You must be a US Citizen. You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree and you must be an active member of the bar in good standing This position is open to Current permanent SEC employees within the Division of Enforcement and Current permanent SEC employees within an SEC Regional Office Regional Operations Program in the excepted service (i.e., attorney candidates) Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement. This position has promotion potential to the SK-16. Consistent with 5 U.S.C. § 7511, you will be required to serve a two-year trial period (one year for preference eligible veterans) if the position to which you have applied is not the same or similar to your current position of record. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position. DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements. PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized. DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. This position is in the collective bargaining unit, NTEU Chapter 293. This is a temporary promotion not-to-exceed 1 year from the date of appointment to the position. The temporary promotion may be extended up to an additional 1 year, for a total of 2 years from the date of initial appointment. This appointment may be extended OR it may end at any time during the course of the appointment at the discretion of management. Applicants should also be available for possible extension, if needed. If selected, you may receive a salary increase for the duration of the temporary promotion. You will be returned to your original salary at the end of the appointment. This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy. Existing Participants in the SEC’s Remote Telework Program are eligible to apply for this position. If selected, management will evaluate and communicate whether the position will allow for continued participation in Remote Telework. Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --AND-- Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-16: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level or SK-15 level. Specialized experience includes: Applying knowledge of the Federal securities laws, securities market, and Commission rules and regulations. Conducting investigations and/or civil cases or administrative proceedings. It is also preferred, but not required, that applicants have experience developing communications strategies/plans. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional information Salary Ranges: Atlanta, GA: $156,900 - $266,463 Boston, MA: $167,729 - $284,600 Chicago, IL: $165,746 - $281,486 Denver, CO: $165,072 - $280,342 Fort Worth, TX: $161,298 - $273,931 Los Angeles, CA: $172,647 - $284,600 Miami, FL: $158,133 - $268,557 New York, NY: $174,427 - $284,600 Philadelphia, PA: $163,382 - $277,471 San Francisco, CA: $184,810 - $284,600 Washington, DC: $169,368 - $284,600 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be minimally qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered minimally qualified if they meet the minimum requirements for this position. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact reasonableaccommodation@sec.gov . For religious-based accommodations, please contact religiousaccommodation@sec.gov . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants : Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: race, color, sex (not limited to conduct which is sexual in nature, includes pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status), age (40 and over), religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, retaliation for participating in the EEO process or opposing discrimination. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at ElliottT@sec.gov . Read more Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . 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. Help Required Documents You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes: Required : Your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire. Required : Your complete and comprehensive resume that includes a complete history of your work experience and the applicable employment dates with months and years. To determine if you qualify for this position, OHR will review your work history that is relevant to the specific position for which you applied. If you are an external candidate selected for this position, OHR will review your complete work history to establish your starting salary. If you are a current SEC employee selected for this position, the standard percentage increases will be applied (i.e., 6% for non-supervisory and 10% for supervisory positions) if your selection results in a promotion. If your selection results in lateral movement (i.e. no change in grade) you will maintain your current salary. If your selection results in a change in grade from an SK-15 to an SK-16 you will maintain your current salary.Note: Your resume must directly address the definition of specialized experience listed in the qualification section of this announcement and must NOT contain pictures. 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.

Minimum Qualifications Associate of Science degree in computer science or a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a directly related field and one year of networking experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education, training and/or experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is technical work maintaining, designing, enhancing and researching network systems, pc hardware and software, and data communications in the Alachua County Fire Rescue Department. An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of tasks relating to network design, pc hardware and software maintenance and support, mobile networking and mobile computer maintenance and support, computer processing and information documentation for an assigned project team. Work is performed under the general direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Alachua County Fire Rescue is a 24 hour 7 day a week, 365 day a year emergency response agency.  As such, this position will also require some on-call availability via phone as well as in person to ensure emergency apparatus response.  This is not a remote position. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Installs, supports and maintains mobile computer and networking equipment and software in emergency response apparatus. Installs, supports and tests network systems, mobile network systems, and pc hardware and software associated with them. Evaluates, implements and supports network systems, mobile network systems, and pc hardware and software associated with them.   Analyzes information objectives and/or goals and prepares documentation for achieving desired objectives and goals. Analyzes user requirements and proposes network, pc hardware or software solutions to meet those needs.  Provides customers with technical assistance and training to provide the desired information requested. Analyzes information from users to modify and/or simplify current and future technology used in network systems support. Drives a county or personal vehicle to perform required duties. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of network system administration, pc hardware and software support, and communications protocols. Considerable knowledge of major types of network operating systems, pc operating systems (Windows, MacOS, etc. ), and computer equipment. Considerable knowledge of information research techniques and available resources. Ability to plan, organize and implement elements involved in network administration, design and support.  Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions. Ability to interface different computer platforms accurately. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department directors, fellow employees, constitutional officers and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.  The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling (Program Specialist I, Grade 18) Montgomery County Government Department of Environmental Protection 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, Maryland 20902 Salary Range: $60,513 - $95,458 The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water, and land in a sustainable, innovative, inclusive, and industry-leading way while fostering smart growth, a thriving more sustainable economy and healthy communities. DEP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. DEP encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.   WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking two dynamic  Program Specialist I’s  to serve as Waste Reduction and Recycling Education Specialists on the Commercial Recycling team. The Program Specialists will assist businesses, organizations, and government facilities in developing and improving their on-site waste reduction, reuse and recycling programs and initiatives and ensure compliance with Montgomery County’s recycling and solid waste regulations.    The successful candidate will have the following experience, knowledge, and skills:  • Knowledge of Recycling Regulations and Solid Waste laws.  • Knowledge of the solid waste industry.  • Knowledge of business recycling.  • Knowledge of public education, outreach, and training techniques.  • Ability to deal tactfully, effectively and equitably with people.  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.  • Analytical ability to evaluate recycling systems and recommend improvements. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING The Program Specialists will work directly with business or commercial property owners, managers, and employees, in varied settings, to teach, train, communicate, and promote waste reduction, reuse, and recycling program requirements, as well as provide educational materials such as posters, brochures, flyers, stickers, and recycling containers, on a regular basis. Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Developing and fostering partnerships with the business community by providing direct on-site services through daily site visits to businesses, organizations and government facilities. Evaluating on-site recycling, waste reduction, reuse and buying recycled programs. Identifying problems, challenges and opportunities to increase waste reduction and recycling. Collecting data and information about businesses, organizations and government facilities and their on-site functions and processes; and maintaining accurate data in a consistently timely, technically sound, and professional manner. Determining and recommending short and long-term solutions using critical and analytical skills, including data evaluation and analysis. Partnering with businesses, organizations and government facilities and assisting them to implement program improvements in their on-site waste reduction and recycling programs to achieve more. Routinely planning, organizing, conducting, and participating in various educational and training events. Planning and meeting with business owners, managers and employees, as well as governing bodies at association and organization meetings. Participating in County-wide community events and activities. Assisting in the development of educational materials and messages to increase waste reduction and recycling, including using social media. The work involves activities that are performed in both an office setting and at businesses across the County. The employee is regularly exposed to all types of weather conditions both while driving to and while conducting site visits. The work requires light physical effort including climbing flights of stairs, long periods of walking and standing and occasionally lifting objects weighing up to fifty pounds. Presentations, trainings, meetings, and events often occur during evenings and/or weekends. Thus, evening and weekend work is regularly required. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a county vehicle to conduct daily site visits to businesses, commercial properties, and government facilities, attend meetings, conduct, and participate in educational programs, and perform other work at locations outside the office. Bilingual applicants in the Spanish/English languages, or other languages, are encouraged to apply. A successful candidate with multilingual skills may qualify for additional compensation but will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills. For Advanced proficiency, the candidate must also pass an examination requiring translating text from other language to English and vice versa. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience:  One (1) year professional experience in recycling or solid waste field. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence when required for job-related duties. PREFERRED CRITERIA, INTERVIEW PREFERENCES All applicants will be reviewed by OHR for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated “Qualified,” placed on the Eligible List, and may be considered for interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are same grade or higher will be placed on Eligible List as a “Transfer” candidate and may be considered for interview.    Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following: Experience in outreach, education, or customer service. Experience in interpreting and applying recycling and solid waste regulations and requirements to existing recycling programs. Experience gathering and evaluating baseline information and data to develop recommendations to boost recycling. Experience public speaking, including presenting and promoting program requirements, preparing, and delivering recycling and waste reduction training. Experience in written communications, including drafting reports, memos, correspondence, and newsletter articles. If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume. You may also be required to provide a writing sample. Montgomery County Government offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. To view the complete job announcement and to apply, please visit our website at www.Work4MCG.com , click on “Search Jobs and Apply” and enter Program Specialist, Commercial Recycling in the search field. The job number for this recruitment is 2024-00325 Interested candidates must create an online account in order to apply. This Recruitment Closes November 25, 2024. If interested in other DEP job opportunities, please filter by “Department” and click on Department of Environmental Protection. All resume submissions must address the preferred criteria for the position, preferably in a separate section of the resume. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Resume Preparation Tips listed under the “Career Resources” tab on the Office of Human Resource’s Work4MCG webpage. EOE. M/F/H.

Help Duties At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The incumbent of this position will: Partner with division leaders to identify and implement system changes to support disclosure modernization efforts. Recommends technical solutions and approaches based on changes to business processes, new rulemakings, or policy changes. Provides subject matter expertise on disclosure review system business requirements that support system design, database design, access control, management systems, and other related technology initiatives. Facilitates system transformational efforts to increase effectiveness and improve business processes. Serves as primary Tier 2 help desk staff daily, including coordinating responses to technical issues and researching and resolving specific Division business process problems for specialized accountants and lawyers. Provides structure to the Tier 1 disclosure review system help desk support operations. Serves as the main point of contact for all aspects of the disclosure review system (i.e., system product owner), assists the Office of Information Technology (OIT) on future enhancements and releases, and manages support contracts by serving as a Contracting Officer Representative. Provides detailed requirements around system enhancements to the system development team based on detailed knowledge of the Division's review process and policies. This is the main point of contact to ensure system functionality supports all areas of business process (e.g., transactional filing reviews, annual report filing reviews, handling of confidential materials, etc.). Keeps the Division apprised of disclosure review system enhancements via email communications, development of job aids, and the facilitation of training sessions; and leads focus groups with system users to develop enhancements and track and resolve system bugs. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a US Citizen. Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position. Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement. This position has promotion potential to the SK-14. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period. SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position. DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements. PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized. DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. This position is in the collective bargaining unit NTEU Chapter 293. This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy. Existing Participants in the SEC’s Remote Telework Program are eligible to apply for this position. If selected, management will evaluate and communicate whether the position will allow for continued participation in Remote Telework. Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-13 level . Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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. BASIC REQUIREMENT : Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT : In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement SK-14: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level: Providing the vision and roadmap to the development team; Using agile to implement and migrate major systems to the cloud; Communicating technical issues with non-technical audiences; and Managing risks, governance processes, technology strategy, and support contracts. Additional information Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, please visit http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/ IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be well-qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified when receiving an adjudicated score of 80 or higher. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation for disability to participate in the application process at the SEC, submit the form for Reasonable Accommodation for Participation in Job Application Process here . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: Federal EEO laws protect all applicants from discrimination on the following bases: race, color, sex (not limited to conduct which is sexual in nature, includes pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, transgender status), age (40 and over), religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, retaliation for participating in the EEO process or opposing discrimination. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against on any EEO basis can seek recourse through the SEC's administrative complaints process. To be timely, an individual must enter the EEO process within 45 days from when they know (or should have known) of the alleged discrimination. Click here for additional information. Read more Benefits Help 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 window Learn more about federal benefits . 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. Help Required Documents You must provide a complete Application Package, which includes: Required : Your responses to the Online Assessment Questionnaire. Required: Your complete and comprehensive resume that includes a complete history of your work experience and the applicable employment dates with months and years. It is recommended that your resume include thetitle, series, and grade (e.g. SK-0301-12) for all relevant Federal experience . To determine if you qualify for this position, OHR will review your work history that is relevant to the specific position for which you applied. If you are a current SEC employee selected for this position, the standard percentage increases will be applied (i.e., 6% for non-supervisory and 10% for supervisory positions) if your selection results in a promotion. If your selection results in lateral movement (i.e. no change in grade) you will maintain your current salary. If your selection results in a change in grade from an SK-15 to an SK-16 you will maintain your current salary.Note: Your resume must directly address the definition of specialized experience listed in the qualification section of this announcement and must NOT contain pictures. Required, if applicable : CTAP documentation (a copy of a separation notice or other proof of eligibility for priority selection; a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.) *SEC EMPLOYEES : OHR will verify your competitive service eligibility via the SEC's personnel database. 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.